Middlefield Post 10-4-23

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Community News from Middlefield, Parkman, Huntsburg and Surrounding Areas

Parkman Residents Rail Against Proposed Amish Youth Center

BZA to Revisit Variance Request Due To Notification Oversight

By Ann WishArt Ann@kArlovecmediA com

Nearly two dozen angry Hosmer Road residents attended the Parkman Township Trustees meeting Sept. 19 desperately hoping their elected officials could overrule a variance the Parkman Township Board of Zoning Appeals recently approved.

While they were doomed to disappointment last Tuesday, a notification oversight has put a pin in the BZA’s decision for the moment.

On Sept 12, the BZA unanimously approved a variance for a partially-wooded flag lot of 46.9 acres permitting the creation of a community center for Amish youth. Access would be off Hosmer Road,

Nearly two dozen concerned Hosmer Road residents complained to Parkman Township Trustees about a variance the township board of zoning appeals recently granted for the development of an Amish youth center on more than 40 acres adjacent to their properties.

which is a gravel road running north and south from Old State Road to state Route 528.

At the Sept. 18 trustees meeting, Trustee Henry Duchscherer told Hosmer residents he talked to the Geauga County Prosecutor’s Office about the situation. Although the trustees appoint the five BZA

members and two alternates, the elected officials exert no control over the board’s actions.

“The BZA is a separate entity from the trustees, so we can’t overrule it,” he said.

Between 200 and 250 Amish youth are expected to come to the community center on Saturday

nights, Trustee Joyce Peters said.

The center would be open from 5-9 p.m. weeknights and from 5 p.m. to midnight on Saturday evenings, she said, adding the BZA was assured there would be no drinking or drugs allowed at the center.

“But, you cannot monitor 250 kids,” she noted.

Robert Kramer asked what options residents have before the property, owned by Enos Frey, is sold and construction begins on a $1 million recreation facility.

“If you can’t overrule it, what’s our recourse?” Kramer asked. “Nobody wants it on our road, but it’s going to get rammed through. Do we have to get a lawyer to fight this now?”

When one resident said the BZA hearing was not advertised, Peters showed him a copy of the Aug. 31 ad in the Geauga County Maple Leaf, adding Geauga County requires the BZA to notify via mail any property within 200 feet of the parcel for which a BZA hearing is scheduled.

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Huskies Versatility a Game Winner

By rich kelly sports@kArlovecmediA

On a beautiful night of celebra tion of their annual homecoming event, most schools also hope for a great effort from their football team.

The Cardinal Huskies needed a tad more confidence. The team has a plethora of skilled athletes, but as they learn a new system this year, with different modes of operating, mistakes can happen, and such was the case in their neighborhood bat tle with Berkshire.

Hosting the Crestwood Red Devils for homecoming, though, things fell into place; those skilled players all had superb nights, and Cardinal defeated the Red Devils by a score of 34-14.

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Faith Matters page 5

Coffee Break with Sue page 6

Classifieds page 8

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Pumpkin Festival

Oct. 7 and 8

Huntsburg Township hosts its 53rd annual Pumpkin Festival at the intersection of state routes 322 and 528. There is no entrance fee and all contests, entertainment, attractions and activities are free.

There is also free parking and a free shuttle service from the parking areas to the festival grounds. The pancake breakfast is open each day from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Visit huntsburgpumpkinfestival.com for news about the festival and registration forms.

RC Modeling Swap Meet

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306, Willoughby.

The event features 77 exhibitor tables of items for sale, barter and trade by regional modelers. A Chinese auction of new planes and equipment will be held at 12:30 p.m. Proceeds support the RC flying field.

For information, visit www.GeaugaRC. com or call Rudy at 440-346-7078.

FGP Explorers Series

Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to noon

Join Foundation for Geauga Parks and Geauga Park District Naturalist John Kolar to hike the trails at Holbrook Hollows, 7250

Seed Saving Basics

Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to noon

Geauga County Master Gardener Volunteer Nikki Coben will lead a free “Seed Saving Basics” class at the Geauga County OSU Extension Office, Patterson Center, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road in Burton. Learn how to select, collect, process and store seeds from favorite vegetable, fruit, annual and perennial plants and trees.

Registration is required by calling 440834-4656. Visit geauga.osu.edu for information.

FOW Amish Wedding Dinner

Oct. 11, 5:30 p.m.

Friends of WomenSafe will host their annual Amish wedding style dinner at the home of Mary Miller, 13301 Princeton Road in Mid-

dlefield. For reservations, call 440-285-3741 or visit friendsofwomensafe.org by Oct. 7.

Halloween Night Out

Oct. 13, 6-11 p.m.

Friends of Loss Team Geauga County is sponsoring Halloween Night Out at Century Village Bond Building, 1465 East Park St. in Burton. The adults only event includes a gourmet buffet, bar, dancing, contests, raffle baskets and experience auction. Tickets are $65 per person or $110 per couple and are available for purchase at www.friendsgeaugalossteam.org.

Creations Boutique

Oct. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Children’s Guild of Cleveland is hosting its annual Creations unique boutique featuring handcrafted jewelry, fiber arts, seasonal decor, children’s items, vintage treasures and more at The Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge Township. All proceeds benefit Cleveland area children.

Prime Time for K9s

Oct. 14, 12-8 p.m.

Partner with the Chardon VFW Post 6519 to enjoy an afternoon of fundraising to benefit the Geauga County Sherriff’s Office K-9 Unit at the post located at 752 Water St. in Chardon. The event is open to the public from noon to 5 p.m.

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If you’re on Medicare, the next tsunami is coming. By now, you should have received your annual notice of change regarding some massive changes happening to your plan. You will be bombarded with TV commercials, stacks of literature, endless phone calls, and sources telling you to get what you deserve. The task of gathering honest, unbiased information may feel impossible.

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To help you make an informed decision we are offering FREE, educational seminars at two locations in the Geauga park system. Come learn about Medicare in 2024 and the major impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on your health insurance.

You may also register on our website, at www.junkinmedicare. com/seminars or take a picture of the QR code at the right with your smartphone to easily visit the registration page.

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A prime rib dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. Dinner tickets are $100 and include a reverse raffle. Raffle begins at 7:15 p.m. The event also features a Chinese auction, 50/50 and silent auction. All proceeds will go directly to the K-9 Unit. For more information and tickets, call Matt Emrick at 440-749-0523.

Gospel Hymn Sing

Oct. 14, 6-8 p.m.

Come sing hymns with a group the second Saturday of every month at New Mercies Community Church, 12767 Butternut Road in Burton. No experience is necessary; all are welcome. For information, call 440-520-6573.

Bloodmobile

Oct. 19, 12-6 p.m.

American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Middlefield Library, 16167 East High St., Middlefield. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.

Woodland Wednesdays Tour

Oct. 18, 4-6:30 p.m.

Join Woodland Wednesdays for “Maple Syrup Made in the Woods, Not the Sugarhouse,” and a tour at Sugarbush Creek Farm, 13034 Madison Road in Middlefield.

Featured speaker Jim Cermak, of Sugarbush Creek Farm, will discuss forestry management techniques and maple syrup production incorporating traditional methods with state-of-the-art technology. Registration is required by Oct. 16 for the free program; call the Geauga SWCD at 440-834-1122 or email gprunty@geauga.oh.gov.

Crafts for the Mansion

Oct. 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Start the holiday shopping season at a craft show featuring more than 100 craft tables being held in the Lakeland Community College gym.

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Huskies

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The Huskies have multiple athletes with speed, power and a drive to succeed at their disposal. Crestwood had a small tank in the person of junior running back Nate Blasiole. On the first five plays from scrimmage after a short Cardinal punt, Blasiole had taken his team from its own 48 yard line to the Huskies’ 10, not a good omen for the home team.

The drive stalled at the nine yard line, with a fourth down pass in a wide open left flat area eluding the receiver as he set sail for the end zone, giving Cardinal a breath of fresh air. On third down from the 18, sophomore back Reese Soltis took a quick handoff from junior Cam Ciminello, burst through a hole over left tackle, and was off to the races on an 82-yard scoring run for an early lead.

After Blasiole banged his way into the end zone seconds into the second period from the 15, the score was tied and it was time for the numerous Huskies athletes to take over. Troy Domen ran twice from direct snaps for 22 and 34 yards, the latter effort taking him into the end zone to break the tie.

He wasn’t done. Two and a half minutes later, with just 2:10 left before halftime, Domen went around right end from the Crestwood 48, cut back to the middle, and dashed to the left front corner of the end zone.

At that point, Domen, Soltis, Max Soltis and Neil Lucariello were establishing more control over Blasiole in slowing the Red Devil offense. The Crestwood back gained 154 yards on 23 carries in the first half on his way to a 224-yard, 39-carry night, but as the numbers show, the visitors’ attack was slowing down markedly, while the multiple-set offense for Cardinal was gaining control.

The tackling was better, but the Huskies offense also avoided the miscues that plagued them last week in Burton.

“That number 2 (Blasiole) is a coach’s dream,” Cardinal Head Coach Chris Perrotti said after the game. “He just keeps his legs moving all the time, and if you don’t get a good grip on them, he can hurt you.

“I think the real key tonight for us was not making mistakes. We had several turnovers

Burton Library Art Show

Oct. 3-7

The 40th annual Burton Art Show features the work of artists from Geauga, Lake and Portage counties. Visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite art piece for the Popular Choice Award. The free event is open to the public

last week, and you don’t do that against a good team like Berkshire. Tonight we limited mistakes, we didn’t turn the ball over at all until the very end, and everybody was spot-on in getting their assignments done well.”

As quarterback Logan Strever heals from a knee injury suffered early last week, Ciminello has stepped up for Cardinal. Using multiple formations and sets, with a good blend of motion involved before the ball is snapped, Crestwood got caught twice in the first half of reacting to those shifts, and that helped get momentum going for the Huskies.

Lucariello gradually got better shots on Blasiole, too, and his determined efforts slowed the Red Devil back, generally clogging everything else they tried. When quarterback Charlie Sommer had time to find receivers, several drops hurt the cause, or folks like Domen, Soltis and Christian Cowle knocked the ball away for incompletions. And with the Huskies controlling the ball much better in the second half, the end result was clear.

“We’re just trying to stay together as a team now,” Lucariello said. “We’re more organized now in what we’re doing, we’re all doing the job like we should, and tonight it worked out great for us.”

It was all smiles after the game for the Huskies. When asked which sport he enjoys most, Domen smiled and said he loves all of them, and proof is that, after this big game, he would then wield a big set of sticks Monday on the golf course.

“I’m just having so much fun just playing, it doesn’t matter the season, it’s just so much of a blessing to play,” he said.

Lucariello gained 103 yards on just seven carries running the ball, and his versatility showed late in the game when he took a direct snap and fired a long pass to Logan Strever, who went for a 50-yard scoring play. When your top quarterback ends up on the receiving end of passes, you have some big weapons.

Reese Soltis ran for 146 yards on eight carries, and Ciminello was the workhorse with 10 tries for 43 yards.

It should be noted that Lucariello also was named Homecoming King, joining Alyssa Luce, the Queen, in making this a special night for everybody.

A total team effort in every way.

Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The show will be held on the second floor of the library located at 14588 W. Park St. in Burton. For information, call the library at 440-834-4466 or visit burtonlibrary.org.

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Jerome Shavel, who lives next door to the irregularly-shaped parcel, said he did not receive a notice.

“We are the closest house — we are 20 feet from it,” Shavel said.

Peters said the zoning secretary, who was not at the trustees meeting, sends those letters to adjacent or nearby residents.

“We can’t give you any relief,” she said.

Hosmer Road resident William Reiter said he attended the BZA hearing.

“I expressed a lot of concern about this for my neighbor and for myself. (BZA members) asked a few questions, then they all voted ‘yes,’” he said. “It’s not in their back yard – it’s in our back yard. For us to have no recourse now, it’s disgusting. Hosmer Road

The Haven Board, which is overseeing the Amish youth center project, issued the following statement Sept. 26 in response to resident concerns: We, The Haven Board, have been working on this project for about a year to open a youth center for our local Amish youth to provide a wholesome place where they can gather to socialize and also play various sports with each other.

The building would house a gym to play volleyball and basketball and also a cafe to provide food. The holding capacity would be from 200 to 250 persons. On the outside, there would be two softball diamonds that would get used evenings through the week until dark and occasionally on Saturdays. We realized in order to be legal, we needed a variance with the township and were granted that variance at a meeting with the Parkman Township zoning board on Sept.12, 2023. There were some neighbors of the property at the meeting to protest this project, both Amish and non-Amish. We did talk to some of them after the meeting about their concerns and were hoping to work something out with them in a peaceful manner to address the issues they felt this facility would bring to their neighborhood.

As time went on, we realized building this facility in their area will cause friction and disunity with them and as Christians and members of this community, we don’t want that. So, if this can’t be worked out peacefully with the neighbors, we will change our plans and look at options in another area.

Sincerely, The Haven Board

is not going to be Hosmer Road anymore. I’m going to fight this tooth and nail.”

Peters said there are two individuals planning to buy the Frey property, but would not

disclose their names.

Duchscherer said he called and left a message for one of the investors asking him to reconsider.

“There’s too much opposition to it. He’s going to have neighbors who can’t stand him,” the trustee said.

Peters said the sale was contingent on the variance being granted and the structure still has to meet the county building department requirements.

“This project is in the talking stages. It might not even happen,” said Zoning Inspector John Spelich, adding the development of the parcel is projected to cost more than $1 million.

“There are 120 Amish churches funding the building of it,” Peters said.

Township resident John Augustine, who attends many meetings, said there are strict rules for granting a variance for a property.

“A variance should only be granted due to unique characteristics of the property,” he

said. “Maybe we need other people on the BZA who will follow the law.”

If Hosmer Road residents who own property adjacent to the Frey property did not receive letters advising them of the Sept. 12 hearing, they could have a case and should talk to the Geauga County Planning Commission about it, Peters said.

“Generally, the BZA is quite conservative. This decision came as a surprise,” she said. “I wish we could do more to help you.”

In a follow-up interview Sept. 25, BZA Chair Joe Keough confirmed the zoning code does require any property owner who lives within 100 feet of the proposed variance be notified.

“One property owner indicated they did not receive the letter,” he said. “So, the prosecutor’s office advised the township to start all over.”

As a result, the variance approval has been put on pause, Keough said, adding it will be revisited and voted on again during the BZA’s Oct. 10 meeting.

Nainiger Recognized for Distinguished Service

Katie Nainiger, center, Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District’s conservation education coordinator, has received the Geauga County Farm Bureau 2023 Distinguished Service for Agriculture Award. Geauga County Farm Bureau vice president Bob Rogish, left, and president Kevin Holy, right, presented the award during their annual meeting. Nainiger has collaborated with Farm Bureau on numerous education initiatives bringing an awareness and appreciation of agriculture to the young people of Geauga County. Her programs showcase the importance agriculture has on daily lives so future generations can carry it on.

Faith Matters Be a Friend, Make a Friend

By roger kruse

I saw some statistics the other day about loneliness. They say it’s an epidemic in America and in many places around the world.

Despite the flood of communication with cell phones, emails, texts and all kinds of social media platforms, we are connecting less face to face. Much of what is shared is staged to make us look good. There isn’t a lot of deep sharing.

I can’t speak for the Amish community, but they still have plenty of gatherings where they get together for fellowship. However, I’m sure there is still some loneliness in their midst as well.

Without a doubt, widows and widowers find it very difficult. The one they shared life with is no longer there. The disabled, seniors, divorced couples, single-parent dads and moms, also fight the battle of loneliness.

Even the teenage years can feel very lonely. Some young people have very few friends. As a result, they may feel very isolated, as if no one understands or cares about them.

So what can we do about it? If we just sit around feeling sorry for ourselves, nothing really changes. It only exacerbates a sense of flying solo and being cut off from others. We may be waiting for family or friends to reach out to us. However, everyone is busy with their own lives. As a result, you and I may feel forgotten or like we are slipping through the cracks, going unnoticed.

I suggest we take action. If you are lonely, reach out to someone who may need companionship or encouragement. Take an interest in their lives, offering your listening ear and caring friendship. If you need to find a friend, start by being a friend. Sometimes we get bogged down in our own world. It is healthy to extend friendship to others. It brings fresh air into our lives. If you are able, find ways to

show kindness. Your efforts will bring blessing both ways.

Proverbs 11:25 says, “A generous person will prosper; the one who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.” Jesus said, “It is more blessed to give than receive.” There is more joy, happiness and satisfaction when we find ways to give of ourselves and be a blessing to others.

Most every day I reach out to a few people. I try to ask good questions, be a good listener, and demonstrate that I care. It may be phone call, Zoom, a text or an email. Of course, a personal visit is the most personal way to connect and build a friendship.

My wife and I invite people over for afternoon tea, dessert or to share a meal. Sometimes I meet friends at a coffee shop. When I shop for groceries or run errands in town, I look for opportunities to have conversations or simply share a few kind words. Take special note of those who may not be well, fighting an illness, taking treatments or scheduled for surgery.

Even Jesus knew what loneliness was like. When He went to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray before His arrest and crucifixion, he asked Peter, James and John to stay nearby and pray with him. He was well aware intense suffering awaited Him. He needed the comforting presence of those who knew Him best.

Loneliness is not something you just have to passively live with. Take a step of faith with God’s help. Ask the Lord for courage. As you share your heart with our heavenly Father, you will also discover His encouragement, living presence, and blessing in your life. His friendship will help you to become a better friend to others.

“No man is an island.”

Roger Kruse has often discovered joy by offering His love and friendship to others.

Community Meetings

Huntsburg Township: Oct. 17, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings held at the Town Hall, 16534 Mayfield Road.

Middlefield Township: Oct. 9, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All trustees meetings are held at Township Office, 15228 Madison Road, unless otherwise noted.

Middlefield Village: Oct. 10, 5:30 p.m. – Streets, Sidewalks & Utilities Committee, 6 p.m. – Planning Commission; Oct. 12, 5:30 p.m. – Recreation, 6 p.m. – Finance & Ordinance, 6:30 p.m. – Safety, 7 p.m. – Village Council. All meetings are at the Municipal Center, 14860 N. State Ave.

Parkman Township: Oct. 17, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees;. All meetings are held at the Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, unless otherwise noted.

Cardinal BOE: Oct. 11, 6:30 p.m., regular meeting; Oct. 25, 6:30 p.m., work session. All meetings held at BOE Office, 15982 E. High St., Middlefield, unless otherwise indicated.

Coffee Break with Sue

By susAn yoder

Hello to all who read these lines.

Summer days have waned and fall is upon us. Apples, grapes, pumpkins, a bounteous crop of it all. The girls and I did a bunch of pie pumpkins. We cut and remove the seeds (roasting these for snacking), chop the pumpkin and pressure cook for 10 minutes. Remove the peelings and pack the pulp into jars and pressure can for an hour. Now you have pumpkin to make pies, cookie or whatever.

Brother David, Barbara and Josh arrived here Tuesday p.m. and are here until Friday a.m. The came with some others who went to a wedding in Fredonia PA. The Millers will gather at Dad & Mom’s on Thursday eve in their honor.

Our September visiting night was spent at Plumber Dan Yoder’s. We enjoyed our evening. The 90yr old Dan even played some harmonica for us. Commendable! Us ladies went across the street to the “garage sale” store. Interesting!

Saturday is clean-up day along the roadsides for the Noah program. Norther Ohio

Assisting Hands, a non-profit Amish organization where the youth can volunteer their time in doing projects to benefit the local community or those in need.

My uncle Dan J.S. Miler was unable to attend family night, after a few trips to the ER. He was sent home with a diagnosis of Pneumonia. I’m assuming with meds to treat.

Uncle John who lives in Carrollton was absent as well. He recently had a valve replacement done.

Nephew Matthew & Fannie welcome daughter no# 4, named Leah, also welcomed by two brothers and grandparents John & Fannie Fisher and David & Betty Detweiler. Matt is the helpful soul who answers the phone most times at State Road Appliances!

Son Norman is in the process of rebuilding ho shop, tearing down the old. He had quite the vision! He disassembled a barn in Carrloo Co. a few years ago. Had it trucked up her and rebuilt it, tearing down his old one.

‘Til next time…Remember…”Faith is the substitute of things hoped for the evidence of things not seen” HEB 11:1

Real Estate Transfers

Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending Sept. 15 and Sept. 22, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office.

HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP

Andy A. and Mary W. Byler, 12880 Clay St., to Wayne D. and Lynda R. Byler, $200,000. (6.25 acres)

Myron L. Watts (trustee), 17452 Huntley Road, to Myron L. Watts (TOD), $334,300. (36.47 acres)

MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP

Jean A. Bruner (TOD), 15583 Burton Windsor Road, to Honest Scales Recycling LLC, $250,000. (3.22 acres)

MK Hardwoods LLC, 14505 Madison Road, to 14505 Madison Road LLC, $575,000. (4.51 acres)

Diamond Property Group LLC, 17322 Kinsman Road, to Melinda Conway, $197,500. (2.82 acres)

MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE

Bright Star Realty and Auctions LLC,

16025 Button St., to Nickalos Catley, $294,000. (0.41 acres)

David A. and Heather C. Mazey, 14787 Glen Valley Drive, to Leilani and George Schneider, $285,000. (0.34 acres)

Helmuth Schick, 16480 Cottonwood Place, to Eleanor E. Mullen (TOD), $120,000. (0.00 acres)

Middlefield Parkway, 15250 Woodsong Drive, to NVR Inc., $64,600. (0.21 acres)

Middlefield Parkway, 15236 Woodsong Drive, to NVR Inc., $64,600. (0.23 acres)

James D. and James Dalpiaz, 15853 Kenwood St., to Nicolle and Mark A. McCarthy, $250,000. (0.66 acres)

Middlefield Parkway, 15235 Woodsong Drive, to NVR Inc., $64,600. (0.23 acres)

Samuel J., Elizabeth K., Samuel S. Jr., and Maurine N. Weaver, 16995 Newcomb Road, to Ervin R. and Miriam N. Miller, $130,000. (15.16 acres)

Diane L. Havice, Old State Road (s/l 13), to Lawni and Todd Ross, $52,000. (3.75 acres)

PARKMAN TOWNSHIP

AUTOS & PARTS

For Sale: 4 Goodyear all season 185/65R15 tires, mounted on rims, like new, $200. Leave message if no answer, 216-570-2298.

FOR RENT

Middlefield: Farm Duplex, 2BR, laundry hook-up, balcony, walk-in pantry, 2-car garage, non-smoking, no pets. Utilities not included. 440-636-5747.

Burton Ranch Condo: 2/BR, 2/Bath, AC, laundry, 2-car attached garage. Less than a mile from Burton square. Private Patio, Vaulted Ceilings. Wonderful private setting surrounded by hundreds of acres of conservation land. No pets/smoking. $1,550/month. Includes snow plowing, lawn, trash. Senior discount. 440-221-0649.

Winter storage: for your car, boat, motorcycle. Munson Township, private residence, heated building, 24-hour video surveillance. Call for details 440-596-1119.

Office Space in Chardon: second floor, main street, approx. 535 square feet. $600/month, includes HVAC and water. Call 440-285-2247.

FOR SALE

Buck wood-burner stove: Model-91, catalytic, blower, SS-liner, cap; $750. Air tank: portable, 125-psi, 9-gallon, 25-foot hose, VGC; $50. 440-338-1585.

Mountain Bike: 26”, 18-speed Roadmaster with accessories and comfort seat. EC. Ready to ride. $85. 440-3526953 please leave message.

Pull behind lawn sweeper, make offer. 110’ gutter brush/ gutter guard, make offer. 440-289-8375.

28-foot camper, fair condition $3,500, call 440-3215997. Propane heater w/20lb tank, works great, $75. 3 Baby kittens, born 9/16/23, 440-313-1804.

Fireplace: Vermont Castings free-standing, vent free, natural gas fireplace. $500. 216-570-2298.

Nine-inch Mantis electric tiller. Cash only. $200. 440554-5731.

ANTIQUES: Humpback chest, pitcher & bowls, copper kettle, clocks, sewing cabinet, wood rocking horse, wood crank wall phone, wood rockers. 440-338-3563.

Dresser: 3-drawer dresser with removable hutch, $50. 440-729-5277.

Couch $175, Loveseat $100, Rocker Recliner $25, Plate Rack $20. All items in good shape. 440-632-9675.

Vinyl records, antique stoneware jugs, pottery, red nail barrels, coffee mill, toddler toys, furniture. 440-729-1082.

Golfers: 72 golf balls for $25. Cash only. Butternut Rd, Burton Twp. 216-218-6211.

John Deere Lawn Tractor: Model 314, 3 blades, 14-HP, 46” cutting deck, w/snow plow and trailer. $1,400. 440564-1172.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES

TOOL TIME! Oct 13-14, 10a-4p, 8701 Mayfield Rd, Lot 116, Chesterland. Many hand tools. Many power tools. Large mechanic’s toolbox. Other miscellaneous items.

Sales: Many miscellaneous items! Thurs. Fri. Sat. 10a-4p. 9098 Rt. 608 Old State Rd., Chardon. Rain or Shine. Marketplace Mall in Middlefield is looking for vendors, retailers, artisans and crafters with unique and quality merchandise. Call 440-313-8147 for more information.

HELP WANTED

Local Chagrin Falls retail packing and shipping business seeking energetic and reliable store assistant, full-time, to receive, process, and track packages, operate store billing system and register. Basic computer skills helpful, training provided. Contact Scott 440-247-9340.

PETS & ANIMALS

Kittens available for adoption, 5-6 months old, fixed & vaxxed, feleuk/FIV negative, & need indoor homes. Call Rebecca 440-321-2485.

MS Kennels on the Farm, LLC offers in-home pet care. Call 440-636-2421.

Jack Russell Puppies for sale. 2 male, 2 female, born 7/2/23. 1 male born 11/2020. $250/each. 440-8348579.

MISCELLANEOUS

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REAL ESTATE

LOT FOR SALE: .34 acre lot, Bainbridge, Lake Lucerne amenities! Gas, electric, sanitary sewer & well-water all available. $99.9k. 440-596-2608.

Lot for sale. Thompson Township. Buildable. 1 acre. Wooded, scenic, quiet side street $15,900. 440-289-0708.

SERVICES

Did you know Karlovec Media Group prints business cards? Prices start at only $30 for 500 (B&W, 1-sided, no bleed). Call 440-729-7667 or email ads@karlovecmedia. com.

Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.

Grand Valley Tree Service offering complete tree removal, trimming, cleanup and lot clearing. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 440-307-0996.

Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining. 20+ years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan 440-342-4552.

WANTED TO BUY

Buying all Stanley Bailey planes and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.

Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440313-8331.

Classifieds

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