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Staff Report A UPS driver was struck and killed exiting his delivery van on Mayfield Road in Chester Township July 30. Chester Township Police Chief Mark Purchase said officers responded to the area of Mayfield Road and Manchester Drive around 4:55 p.m. for a reported motor vehicle accident. It also was reported a person was lying on the ground. According to Purchase, a UPS driver, 28-year-old Collin Joseph Boothe, of Lake County, had stopped his delivery van in the westbound lane of Mayfield, just east of Manchester. As he exited the driver’s side to make a delivery, a car also traveling westbound and driven by Eugene Caserio, 61, of See Accident • Page 7
Kiwanis Summer Concert Series
Aug. 5, 12 and 19, 7 p.m. The 37th annual West Geauga Kiwanis Club Bandstand Summer Concert Series continues tonight at the gazebo in Chester Township Park with Tres Cervezas, featuring Chesterland’s own John Simonelli performing an eclectic mix of classic rock and modern country. The Aug. 12 concert features Ted Riser, aka the Music Man, who plays five instruments. The concert season closes out on Aug. 19 with FM77 performing music from the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. In the event of rain, concerts will be canceled. Kiwanis encourages the standard Covid-19 precautions with social distancing and masks are recommended. Visit www.wgkiwanis.org to view the summer concert schedule.
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A protest organizer said over 80 individuals packed the corner of Chillicothe and Mayfield roads to show their support for law enforcement July 26.
Rally Packs Chester Corner in Support of Law Enforcement By Emily Crebs editor@geaugamapleleaf.com Flags, signs and people packed the corner of Chillicothe and Mayfield roads in Chester Township for a rally in support of law enforcement July 26. At its peak, the rally drew over 80 people, said Blake Thoreson, an organizer of the event. Only a week prior, the corner had seen its fifth Black Lives Matter protest. “I organized the event because nobody’s standing up for the police department. Not every cop is a great cop, but every other cop is an amazing cop,” Thoreson said. “Our community has amazing law enforcement and nobody’s standing up for them. Nobody’s standing up for America, which is giving everybody the right to do what everybody wants to do.”
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Rally attendees held “thin blue line,” Gadsden, Trump 2020 and United States of America flags and a range of signs, such as “We support our police,” “Law and order now!” and “Stop socialism, choose freedom.” Participants ran the
gamut in age and race. Some individuals and families passing by stopped to join the demonstration. Others heard of it by word-of-mouth. Bernadette Wheeler said someone contactSee Protest • Page 2
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ed her by phone the day before about the demonstration. “We happen to fly a first responder flag in front of our house every day to support our fire department and our police department,” Wheeler said. She’d also brought a handful of Gadsden flags and was a former member, and demonstrator, with the Tea Party. Participants were almost entirely met with choruses of honking support, as well as cries of “Trump 2020” and thumbs up. For the few vocalized dissents, Thoreson said participants shouted back “Have a great day!” or “God bless you!” “They can do what they want, but we support what we support,” Thoreson said. Geauga County Tea Party Vice President Jim MacNeal said those who are attacking law enforcement are underinformed. “Law enforcement is almost universally under attack by a misguided element of our society,” MacNeal said. “It’s very misguided, very uneducated, very uninformed.” His sign read, “Stalin’s useful idiots. Kenston and West G ‘Educated.’” Amanda Yearsin, a Chester resident, saw photos of the protest online and drove to the opposite street corner to counter demonstrate. Her sign read “Until ‘good’ cops hold ‘bad’ cops accountable, there are no ‘good’ cops.” The demonstrators yelled back and forth across the street. Two other women driving by joined Yearsin when they saw her standing alone. “Her first comment to me was, ‘You racist,’” MacNeal said. “I was like, ‘Did you run out of facts that quick?’” MacNeal added he didn’t know how Yearsin could accuse him of being racist when she
didn’t know him. “Anybody who thinks we’re racist is disconnected from our reality. We love all people,” MacNeal said. While a few rally attendees brought out signs to point at Yearsin that read, “This kook is not with us,” others commented that it was her right to be counter protesting the rally. “My family fought for that right for them to stand there and do that. I would never deny them that right,” MacNeal said. He spoke of a shared dream for everyone in the United States to call themselves Americans and for everyone to take advantage of their chance at the American dream. “The American dream is to work hard, take advantage of what’s here for you in a free society, work hard at it, achieve and enjoy the fruits of your labor,” MacNeal said. “The American dream is there for everyone to seize, no matter who you are.” Yearsin said she came out because she fundamentally disagreed with the rally. “Both with the police lives thing because one, police lives don’t exist. It’s a career. It’s a choice,” she said. “And especially with the (President Donald) Trump thing. I think it’s very clear I do not support Trump.” The counter protestors said they saw Trump as a symbol of racism, misogyny and hatred. Through his actions as president, they said he was attempting to take away human rights. Yearsin wanted to show not all individuals in Chester agree with the viewpoints of those at the rally. “One (person) is enough to start to make a change. Two people joined me,” she said. Similarly, MacNeal said the rally would make a small impact towards unity. “We would love to live in a more united United States,” MacNeal said. “This is how we do it, one bit at a time. We hope this makes a difference.” The rally organizers had planned to return to the street corner Aug. 2.
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Chester Township was again the site of political demonstrations Aug. 2 as two groups converged on the corner of Mayfield Road and state Route 306. Several lined up north of the intersection to “back the blue,” with pro-police signs and flags as well as signs protesting abortion and celebrating President Donald Trump. A competing group of Black Lives Matter protesters lined Mayfield east of the intersection, with signs calling for unity against hate.
Chesterland Historical Village Preserving Yesterday and Today for Tomorrow
A historical village and park was created at the northwest corner of Caves and Mayfield roads by the Chesterland Historical Foundation from the gift of five acres given by Ann White Stockton in late 1974. In addition, five acres to the west was received in late 2016 as a donation from Mike and Jenny Albino. The community now has a pocket view of early life when touring the 1847 red brick school - one of the original buildings on the
property - plus the 1842 Tanner house, 1900 barn, 1850 town hall, 1899 general store and circa 1900 interurban station, which were moved to the site in later years. Chester Township’s cultural heritage has been preserved through the efforts of historical society members, the West Geauga Kiwanis and other interested organizations and residents. Funding for the upkeep of the buildings and grounds is provided through dues, donations and fundraisers, such as the annual flea market and collection of aluminum cans acquired from the community and dropped in a bin behind the Scotland School. The historical society receives no other monies. Although the society had to postpone its flea market and other events for the remainder of the year due to the coronavirus, it is proudly looking forward to 2021.
Community Meetings Chester Township: Aug. 5, 6 p.m. – Park District, pavilion near volleyball courts, 7 p.m. – Zoning Commission; Aug. 10, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; Aug. 13, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; Aug. 17, 11:30 a.m., Board of Trustees, special meeting with county budget commission at county offices, 470 Center St., Bldg. 8, Chardon; Aug. 19, 7 p.m., Budget Commission. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. (Meetings are open to public, but seating limited to 10. Trustees, fiscal officer and department heads, if in attendance, are practicing social distancing.) Russell Township: Aug. 5, 2:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; Aug. 19, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. (Trustees have opted to re-
sume their regular meeting schedule but has changed the location of future meetings to the Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road. Meetings will be held in the Town Hall until further notice. The location is changed to the Town Hall to better accommodate physical distancing advisories.) West Geauga BOE: Aug. 10, 7 p.m., virtual regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.
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Town Crier GOP Open House, Fundraiser
The Geauga County Republican Party is hosting an open house with Congressman Dave Joyce Aug. 6 from 5-7 p.m. at its headquarters at the Chase Bank Building, 100 Center St., Suite 310, Chardon. Guests are asked to park in the back parking lot and to bring a mask to wear. There will be a canopy in the grassy area behind the building for those who do not want to come into the office. Also, GOP Chairman Nancy McArthur and Terry and Lisa Profughi are hosting a fundraiser in support of Ohio Supreme Court Justices Sharon Kennedy and Judi French at the Profoughi’s Meadowlane Farms in Chardon on Aug. 17 from 5-7 p.m. Guests must RSVP by Aug. 10; no walk-ins allowed. Masks will be required in interior buildings. For information, visit www.geaugagop.com or call 440-253-9677.
HomeGrown Geauga 2020
Aug. 7, 7:30-9 p.m. Geauga Growth Partnership’s annual HomeGrown Geauga fundraising event is going virtual. The live streaming event features pre-party entertainment, videos and live interviews. Join emcees Scott Mihalic, auctioneer, and Kimm Leininger, president and CEO of GGP, for an evening of silent and live auctions, $5,000 cash raffle and entertainment. Visit bidpal.net/ggp20 to register, purchase party packs and start bidding. All net proceeds benefit GCP’s workforce training programs.
Free Meal Kits
Aug. 8, 11 a.m. to noon Free meal kits will be available at the Community Church of Chesterland, 11984 Caves Road. Each kit includes an entree for two that includes a protein, fruit, vegetables and a breakfast item. A recipe accompanies each kit, which is packaged in a bag that can be given contact free to individuals and families. The church plans to continue providing kits every other Saturday until people are
able to again gather in person. The distribution in August will continue based on an evaluation of the situation and need. For more information, contact the church at 440-729-7898.
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Aug. 8, 6-11 p.m. Support the West Geauga Gridiron Club and Athletic Boosters by attending the 18th annual raffle at Guido’s Generations Event & Reception Center, 12809 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. The event features dinner, music and dancing, silent and Chinese auction and sideboards. Grand prize is $1,000. Tickets are $60 per person. For tickets, call, text or email Tina Leonard at 440-7490698 or klessleonard@gmail.com.
EAA Flying Start Program
Aug. 23, 1 p.m. Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 5 is hosting a Flying Start informational program on learning to fly at Hangar 3 of the Geauga County Airport, 15421 Old State Road in Middlefield. The event will cover the steps and requirements in learning to fly, provide tips on how to make it economical and will culminate in a free introductory flight. Pre-register at www.flyingstart.org. For more information, contact Sherry Niederkorn at sherry.niederkorn23@gmail. com or 440-477-1198.
Fairmount Fall Programming
Registration is underway for Fairmount Center for the Arts fall session of programs. Classes and music lessons begin the week of Aug. 31. Programming includes classes in dance, theatre, music, visual arts and fitness. Classes are offered for preschoolers through adults in all arts disciplines. Programs will take place both on-site with small group sizes, social distancing and masks required, as well as online. Learn more or register at www.fairmountcenter.org or 440-338-3171.
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Letters to the Editor Conservative Voice It is disappointing to see coverage of the BLM protest. The Chesterland News did present the opposite viewpoint in their interview with the Chesterland police and police policies, which was reassuring, but Ms. Weiss’ protest was left and front, and the opposing view not even noted in the title. This letter is a direct response to Weiss’ concerns. 1. Though it was nice to see that Weiss researched questions about police policy, I wonder if she went far enough. She is about police reform? Well, she must not have known about Sen. Tim Scott, a Black conservative. He introduced a bill on police reform that was politically shut down by the democratically-controlled House. She needs to research black-on-black murders, police-on-black murders and blackon-white murders. Riots killing children, innocent bystanders and police. Put yourself in their shoes. Could you take the abuse day in and day out of these people? Citizens of those cities are crying for police protection, but police have been ordered to step down. Many are retiring or quitting. One of the communist methods used to control a population is to replace the American rule of law with a new rule of communist law. Thus, exit existing law officers, the first and second amendments. 2. BLM is heavily infiltrated by Antifa, a communist terrorist organization. When the BLM website asks for donations, you are redirected to a site called Actblue, not a charitable 501(c)(3) organization. Digging further, you find the disbursement of donated funds go to: The Democratic Party, The Clinton Foundation, Black Lives Matter Global and to George Soros to support the philosophy of a One World Government. (I know, I know, Google says funds don’t go the Democratic party. Google is also part of this movement. Ever wonder why they haven’t been declared a monopoly and broken up?). But dig a bit further and compare it to what’s going on now. There are also political figures collecting money from this group — their mouth pieces — like Bernie Saunders, Elizabeth Warren, etc. This is a movement to promote socialist/ communist ideology and destroy our Bill of Rights — the very law that allows you to stand on the street corner and protest. 3. Socialist/Communist (Antifa) is infiltrating BLM/Antifa. I’ll bet you’ve heard the new terminology ‘Woke, Cancel Culture,’ ideologies that they promote. Children have been murdered due to the defunding and disrespect of police, and the poor leadership in those cities. Also you might want to understand the steps the Communist Party uses to control their society: control the media, infiltrate the educational systems and destroy the culture (cultural genocide, now called cancel culture), create a new, not real, history, replace current law system with a new communist rule of law.
Do you know the difference between a democratic government and a Constitutional Republic? You might want to read Ben Shipiro’s book, “How to Destroy America in Three Easy Steps,” look at the recent history of Venezuela, what has happened in Hong Kong and how the Communist Party gains and maintains control of their society. So, Miss Weiss the conservative voice wants to be heard, not be drowned out by rioting, intimidation and unjust accusations. This is why the driver, who very well could have been a veteran, shouted “Go Home.” We love our country. Do you? Please review your facts. Carol Smith Chester Township
High Employee Turnover The tenure of Chester Township trustees Joe Mazzurco and Ken Radtke has witnessed some of the highest employee turnover in the past 20 years and it’s not exclusively about competitive wages. We have seen a parade of Mazzurco/Radtke road department supervisors come and go. The most recent was paid almost double the salary of his predecessors. He did not leave for financial reasons. Concern and “eyebrows” were raised when Mazzurco and Radtke hired failed Trustee Frank Kolk’s wife for the assistant fiscal officer position. She did not leave for pay equity reasons; please read her letter of resignation. The universal secretary resigned, but not for financial reasons. Mazzurco, Radtke and ousted Fiscal Officer Craig Richter created this job, and it was a poor decision. This position will no doubt now be filled with a part-time staffer, as it should have been previously. Others have resigned for a myriad of reasons, none of which involve salary, with the exception of the Chesterland Fire Department. In September of 2018, the firefighters/ EMS staff received a $5/hour across the board pay increase. In May of 2019, Chesterland residents passed a million dollar levy to respond to the Chester Fire Department demand that without the levy, firefighters will continue to leave. Two of the firefighters who aggressively campaigned for the new full-time positions and successfully completed polygraph testing, psychological assessments, FBI/BCI background checks and extensive pension physicals before starting full-time have already resigned. William J. Bulman, hired on March 22, 2020, resigned June 3, 2020, and Ryan C. Zittkowski hired on March 23, 2020, resigned July 1, 2020, wrote identical template statements, “I am pursuing an opportunity that offers a fair market wage, competitive workweek, reasonable time off, and the protection of a union contract…” If the Chesterland Fire Department cannot offer a fair market wage, competitive work week, reasonable time off and the protection of a union contract, maybe we should return to privatization or seek possible countywide regionalization of fire/EMS services. Judy K. Zamlen-Spotts Chester Township
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Obituaries James R. Hensley
James R. “Bob” Hensley, age 84, beloved husband for 61 years of Fannie M. (nee Keffer); loving father of Susan Hinman (husband Richard), and the late Christopher James; devoted grandfather of Brittany Cox (husband Josh) and great-grandfather of Cassidy Jane Claiborne; cherished son of the late William J. and Rosa Jane (nee Carter); dearest brother of Naaman (wife Cathy), Ernie, Minerva Hicks (husband Larry), Michael (wife Deadra), Mitchell (wife Debbie), Annette Dingess (husband Alvin), and the late Irene Simmons (husband Robert), Reba Dillon (husband Frank, deceased), Wilma Lee Clark (husband Carl, deceased), Carl (wife Edith), and Murrell (wife Linda); dear uncle and great-uncle of many. Contributions may be made in memory of Bob to Alzheimer’s Association, 23215 Commerce Park, Beachwood, OH 44122. Celebration of Life Service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2020, at the funeral home. Burial following at Chesterland Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Bob at The DeJohn Funeral Home & Celebrations Center of Chesterland, 12811 Chillicothe Road, on Monday, July 27, 2020, 4-8 p.m. Online obituary and guestbook at www. DeJohnCares.com.
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SHELBY, NC – Olaf Jens Madsen, age 89, of Shelby, N.C., passed away July 22, 2020. He was born Dec. 3, 1930, to Adolf and Paula Madsen in Hamburg, Germany. It was in his youth during World War II that Olaf developed his life-long hobby/ passion for Ham Radios alongside his dear friend, Gerd Schrick. Olaf immigrated to Montreal, Canada, in 1955, in search of opportunities where he met and married Elizabeth Ann (Lila) Stewart from Lisburn, Northern Ireland. Together they moved to Ohio and raised their family of six children, in Chester Township. Olaf worked for Clark Control and Reliance Electric Company as an engineer. He spent countless hours and most Sunday mornings in his “shack” on air WA8USP and KF4TP connecting with other ham radio enthusiasts all over the world, many of which remain his dearest and closest friends. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lila Madsen, of Shelby. A wonderful father to his children, Neil (Patty) Madsen, of Dublin, Ohio, Ann Pickett, of Washington, D.C., Karin (Pete) Leonetti, of Powell, Ohio, Irene (Gregg) Wright, of Chester Township, and Paul (Kara) Madsen, of Columbia, S.C. Olaf is also known as “Opa” to 19 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Eric Madsen (Reta), of Chardon. The family will have a private service. The family requests no flowers, but instead show an act of kindness to someone. Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Mr. Madsen. Guest Registry is available at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.
DeJohn Funeral Homes Awards Scholarships DeJohn Funeral Homes & Crematory has awarded West Geauga High School graduates Emily and Madison Allegretti with its Ross Sr. and Carmella DeJohn Memorial Scholarship. They will each receive $750 for college tuition or books in 2020. The students will
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Cuyahoga County, attempted to go around the van, striking Boothe. Boothe was transported to Hillcrest Hospital, where he died from his injuries around 8:15 p.m. Caserio was not injured in the accident. The Chester Township Police Department and Ohio State Highway Patrol are still investigating the accident.
be attending Ohio State University in the fall. Students may apply for the DeJohn Memorial Scholarship in early spring; applications are available on the DeJohn website. For more information, visit www.dejohncares.com/scholarship.
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Chester Government Update The July 16 Chester Township Board of Trustees meeting opened at 6 p.m. with a joint meeting of the trustees and representatives of the Chester Township Zoning Commission. There was a discussion regarding a farm market amendment for Chester zoning. The intent of the amendment is to make changes to better align the language with Ohio state law and to create consistency in the zoning regulation language. The amendment is still in review and being modified based on input received. The zoning commission has initiated the amendment process and has created five amendments. It will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. Aug. 5 in Chester Town Hall. Included in the amendments are agriculture and aligning zoning definitions with state law, water and sediment control, garage, barn and estate sales and improving the language regarding day spas. A more detailed explanation for the amendments is available on the Chester Township homepage at chestertwp. org. There was acknowledgement of an hourly wage increase that was approved by the zoning commission for zoning commission administrative assistant from $18.50 per hour to $19.30 per hour effective June 28. Trustees discussed Senior Trash Pickup Day scheduled for Sept. 14. The discussion included an interest in involving the Geauga Trumbull Waste Management District and ensuring materials are properly recycled and disposed. A snow plowing agreement between
Chester Township and the Geauga County Engineer was approved in the amount of $54,850 for Chester to plow county roads. There was a purchase of maintenance items for trucks and other road equipment amounting to $64,480. There was a discussion and approval to purchase a new dump chassis at a cost of $82,750. Trustee Skip Claypool objected to taking a loan to pay for a portion of the purchase and configuration due to the funds available in the township. The issue is being investigated. A motion was approved to scrap a dump truck that has a blown motor; the cost is $30,000 to replace the engine. The bed from this truck will be used on the new chassis, saving the township approximately $20,000. Payment was approved with Ronyak Paving for resurfacing of Sherman and Sperry roads for $297,245.70. Computer software was approved for the fire department. Various routine financial transactions were approved. An all-day reservation for the West Pavilion was approved for Sept. 20. Approval was made to continue the questionnaire process with Cleveland State University at no cost. There will be a budget commission meeting on Aug. 17 at 11 a.m. The board moved into executive session pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 121.22 (G) (1) for discussion of employment and compensation of public employees. No actions were taken upon return to public session and the meeting was closed. Submitted by Chester Township Trustees
Geauga Park District For more information on these programs, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit them online at www.geaugaparkdistrict. org. No registration required unless otherwise noted.
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Aug. 6, 6:30-8 p.m. Natural Resources Land Steward Joel Firem talks about the different invasive species he deals with at Geauga Park District. Presentation at the West Woods Nature Center will be followed by a hike to find the invasive plants. Joint program with Geauga Master Gardeners and Native Plant Society of Northeastern Ohio.
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Aug. 12, 4-7 p.m. Purchase locally made and grown items at The West Woods farm market the second Wednesday of each month through September. Snacks will be available for purchase. Enjoy live music by Rebecca Wohlever.
Aug. 8, 1-2:30 p.m. Explore the wetland habitat of The Rookery and discover what dragonflies and damselflies inhabit the area, learning about these amazing insects and observing their interest-
Aug. 8, 8-11:30 p.m. Join to watch Disney Pixar’s “Up” at Observatory Park. Enjoy free ice cream treats while they last. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and refreshments for one’s group. The movie will be cancelled in case of inclement weather. Registration is required.
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The West Geauga Baseball Federation, Boys Minor League (ages 9-10), Team WG1, won the division championship against Burton A by a score of 4-2 under the lights July 27 at Flesher Field. Pictured, from left, are Luca VeVerka, Coach Milnar, Rocco Stormann, Head Coach Chad Graham, Kanin Flynn, Clayton Graham, Colton Milnar, Coach Flynn, Finn Neary, Blake Krage, Jonah Bettinger, Jordan Wlotzko and Coach Wlotzko. (Not pictured is Maxwell Adams.)
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COMMERCIAL RENTALS Commercial building for lease: 5,200 sq ft with office, ample parking, 2 minutes East of Chardon Square on Rt 6, 440-3137626. Chesterland office space for rent in Geauga Market House. Two offices and a waiting room. Rent is $350/month. Interested? Contact Kayla Flowers (440-221-2705)
FOR SALE Marinette Cruiser 1980 32’ will sacrifice due to health issues. 440-729-7833.
Massey-Ferguson (3) pt bottom double plow, $275; Dewalt 10” table saw All metal call for details extras. 440-834-1850. Sears 4-burner electric drop in cooktop - $125. Browning Sweet Sixteen semi-auto shotgun with slug barrel hard case $2,000. 2-speed electric buffer $7. Stetson western hat light beige feather band $125. Sears computerized treadmill like new 725-Proform $125. Wagner 3-step pro-duty power painter $65. Power station battery jumper air compressor 120volt AC charge. $80. Call 440-681-9162. Double basin sink with 4-holes, 33”x19”x6” white new. $60/obo. 440-4888407. Antiques: Spinning wheel, yarn winder, typewriter, treadle sewing machine, TRF Radio w/speaker, IRC Kadette Model 85 radio, Victrola oak floor model, Edison standard cylinder player. 440708-4990. 05 Honda Civic. high mileage, runs great, cold air, needs tires. Rusty but Trusty. $700. Thompson, 440-667-2446.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES
Two Used JL Audio 12W6v2 Subs, Two Used Pioneer Mono PDX-M6 Amps. All Wiring Included. Excellent Condition. Priced To Sell. $400. 440-552-4400.
If you need to have a moving sale or estate sale call Kathy Willis at 440-8403226, partial estate buyouts also.
TRUCK/VAN TIRES Four tires plus two snows 225/75/R16 excellent tread $150 440-230-3750
CHESTERLAND: 7-family, August 13, 14, & 15 9am-4pm. Everything A-Z. 9300 Mayfield Road. *Facemasks/social distancing.
Troy-Bilt rototiller OEM furrower hiller plow attachment #2638 -$75. Cultivating tines assembly kit hardware #1243 - $175. Bob 440-548-5801. 14ft Hobie Catamaran $1100,. 440-901-4029.
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CHESTERLAND: 7516 Devon Ln. August 6 & 7th 9-5. August 8 9-3. Bike rack, unicycle, dressers, household, clothes, CD’s, lots of treasures. Facemask/Social distancing.
CHARDON: August 6 - 8, 8:00am-4:00pm. 12520 Fowlers Mill Rd., Antiques, furniture, garden items, hammock, housewares, electronics, games, crafts, more
Forever Built Masonry-32 years of experience, foundations-chimneys-outside grills-repairs-walkways, free estimates, call 440-319-0350.
NOVELTY: 13962 W Willard Rd (off Fairmount) August 6, 7 & 8th, 8:00am4:00pm. Collectible Matchbox cars, comic books, records, Cat’s Meow, Hummels Fenton, furniture, small fridge, mini stereo, car parts, tools, purses, kids & adult clothes, jewelry, toys, Step 2 desk & sand/water table, bikes, household, seasonal.
Free disposal service for grass clippings, manue, and downed fruit. U-haul. No pickup service. 440-636-5747.
MUNSON: Estate sale 11:30-3:00 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 12851 Rosetta Drive, Munson Township. Bookcase, ’40’s dining room table and chairs with sideboard, Fisher upright piano, antique men’s dresser and bedframe, assorted framed artwork and other misc.
PETS & ANIMALS Sadie, black & white cat, 6 month-old. Found as stray & needs new indoor home with no other cats. 440-321-2485
SERVICES Buckeye Stoneworks: we specialize in Amherst sandstone, we custom cut all projects for masons, landscapers, builders, contractors, and residential, by appt only, call 440-632-0188 leave message. Will grind small tree stumps, $40 each, call Robert 440-286-5065 or 440-520-6573. John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800.
2017 Cyclone Rake Commander, Excellent condition, asking $1400. Also, 2015 Cub Cadet, 42” cut, good condition, asking $700. 440-564-5662
Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20 years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan, 440-342-4552.
Antique marble top table with 4 chairs $1,500, antique clocks, oil lamps, gliders/rockers, humpback chests, kerosene heater, call 440-338-3563.
Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything, Call between 8am and 4pm, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.
WANTED TENNIS PARTNER needed for 1-2 times a month. I’m a Average or C- player. Call 440-321-7510 and ask for Ken
WANTED TO BUY Wanted ‘65-‘67 Mustang Convertible, and other muscle cars needing repair, call/ text 440-832-1465. Riding Lawn Mowers, zero turns, golf carts, truck plows, 4-wheelers, farm equip, construction equip, snow blowers, call 440-352-7372. Buying all Stanley Bailey planes and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.
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