County News Committee for a New Ashtabula needs to collect 267 more signatures BY STEFANIE WESSELL Gazette Newspapers JEFFERSON - The Committee for a New Ashtabula has cleared another hurdle in its attempt to place a charter-change initiative on the ballot this November. On Friday, July 5, the Ashtabula County Board of Elections met to determine whether the petitions turned in complied with the Ohio Revised Code. The Committee for a New Ashtabula seeks to place a charter-change issue on the ballot to have non-partisan elections, replace the commissioners with seven parttime district councilors and create a protection clause against emergency sales tax increases, among other actions. To get it on the ballot, the committee needs at least 2,979 signatures to be successful. During the nearly twohour meeting that saw attendance by more than 25 interested parties, the Ashtabula County Board of Elections determined that the petitions do comply, despite an issue raised by Ashtabula County Prosecuting Attorney Thomas Sartini. However, the committee fell short by about 267 signatures and will have 10 days to collect them in order to place the issue on the ballot. Sartini’s concern dealt with Ohio Revised Code Section 307.94, which requires county charter petitions to comply with general petition requirements of Ohio Revised Code 3501.38. According to Sartini’s office, there was an issue on page 16 of the petition, with the following phrase, “Whoever commits election falsification is guilty
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Ashtabula County Senior Care Network seeks nominations BY STEFANIE WESSELL Gazette Newspapers
every person’s retirement years,” Lisa Bruckman, with the Senior of the Year Committee, said. Nominations must be submitted on the Senior Care Network Award Nomination Form. The one-page form is designed to help express how the nominee presents a positive image of aging. Nomination forms are available in many locations throughout the county. Additionally, forms can be picked up or dropped off at any Community/Senior Center in Ashtabula County, including: Ashtabula Senior Center, 4632 Main Ave.; Conneaut Human Resources Center, 327 Mill St.; County Neighbor Program, 39 South Maple St., Orwell; Geneva Senior Center, 62 West Main Street; Jefferson Community Center, 11 East Jefferson St.; Kingsville Public Library, 6006 Academy Ave.; Andover Public Library, 55 Public Square, Andover, Ohio. Each nominee is reviewed for the positive image of aging presented during the past year in the areas of
volunteerism, community service, unrecognized acts of service and diversity of services. The winner will be announced as part of a special 15th Anniversary Recognition event to be held on Oct. 11, 2013, as well as participate in the Covered Bridge Festival and parade. More details about these events will follow. Organizers ask that the community please take this opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of the senior citizens of the county. “There are so many seniors who have dedicated themselves to enriching the lives of others, and who play a vital role in our communities,” Bruckman said. For more information or to request an Award Nomination form, call Lisa Bruckman at (440) 998-6750 or email program@ashtabulaseniors.org.
JEFFERSON - It’s that time of year again. The Senior Care Network of Ashtabula County is accepting nominations for the 2013 Senior Citizen of the Year Award. This is the 15th year for this annual award, and there are some special celebrations planned to honor outstanding senior citizens in Ashtabula County, organizers said. PHOTOS BY STEFANIE WESSELL Nominations will be accepted until Ashtabula County Board of Sept. 1, 2013. Anyone who is 60 years Elections President Joseph of age or over and is a resident of Varckette makes a point Ashtabula County is eligible to be during discussion of the nominated. Nominations may be made ballot initiative. by an individual or an organization. “The purpose of the Senior Citizen of a felony of the fifth degree.” Award is to: honor outstanding The phrase was to be “in boldAshtabula County senior citizens; recface capital letters” according ognize the vital role of seniors in sociStefanie Wessell, senior editor for to the ORC, but Sartini wrote ety; and promote the productivity and Gazette Newspapers, may be reached in his opinion that the phrase enjoyment that should be a part of at swessell@gazettenews.com. was in capital letters but not in the darker type as required by law. “Accordingly, it is the opinion of this office that the petitions in question do not BY STEFANIE WESSELL serve Land Conservancy, title and prepare it for a bet- clude representatives from comply with the strict man- Gazette Newspapers went over steps to creating ter day. the City of Ashtabula, date of Ohio Revised Code the land bank with the comOfficials said the goal is Ashtabula County Township Section 3501.38(J) and are JEFFERSON - The missioners and Cragon. The to secure vacant properties Association and the invalid,” he wrote. Ashtabula County commis- Western Reserve Land Con- – which would otherwise at- Ashtabula County Board of The opinion kicked off sioners learned more about servancy is helping to get the tract crime, lower neighbor- Realtors, bringing the board discussion during the meet- the process behind creating land bank up and running. ing home values and incur up to seven people. ing, with many people in the a land bank during a work The organization also will public services costs – so that The board also needs to audience speaking and tell- session last Tuesday, July 2. solicit foundations for grant they can be put to better use establish a plan, and Thoing the board that no fraud Back on May 7, the com- funds on the county’s behalf, in the future. mas intends to have the iniwas intended and that the missioners had passed a and the funds will pay for The project also will have tial bylaws drafted up this petition circulators and the resolution establishing the WRLC’s help in establishing a method easing the way for week for the county officials signers all understood the Ashtabula County Land the county’s land bank. property owners to take over to review. phrasing without the bolded Reutilization Corp. “I work with different vacant properties neighborCragon said some costs print. Ashtabula County offi- counties on first establishing ing their own, and Cragon will be associated with the “Nobody is questioning cials believe this collabora- rules and regulations,” Tho- said they already have a list board, including hiring a lethe intent of the circulators,” tive effort may produce a mas said. of people interested in these gal advisor and bookkeeper Board of Elections Chair Jo- powerful tool in the fight Thomas then consults “side properties.” as the county prosecutor and seph Varckette said. against vacant and aban- with the counties for a period Land banks are a re- county auditor cannot be Gene Kramer, attorney doned properties. of time. sponse to the worst housing used. and charter expert who was With the resolution, the With a land bank, coun- crisis in U.S. history, one that Officials said they also will the principle author of both commissioners authorized ties are basically trying to has decimated many urban have to establish a budget, the Summit and Cuyahoga Ashtabula County Treasurer eliminate blight, Thomas and inner-ring suburban and Thomas said the land counties charters, said this Dawn Cragon to incorporate said. neighborhoods. A land bank bank can use the county’s deis the most citizen-driven the Ashtabula County Land Ashtabula County will be would help stop speculation linquent tax and assessment charter change he’s been in- Reutilization Corporation the 16th county in Ohio with and “flipping,” stabilize the collection (DTAC) fund to genvolved with, and he did not (ACLRC), which would a land bank. Commonly re- housing and tax base, im- erate revenue. want to see the petitions gather and safely hold tax- ferred to as a land bank, the prove the quality of life and A land bank will really thrown out on a technicality. foreclosed, abandoned and ACLRC would be able to pro- advance urban planning. open the doors up for a lot of Others said it would be “le- vacant parcels until they can vide the much-needed abilThe land bank will oper- opportunities in the county, gal hair-splitting” to dismiss be returned to productive ity to quickly acquire fore- ate under a board of direc- Commissioner Peggy Carlo the petitions. use. closed and vacant property, tors, with the three commis- said. Other people, such as Last Tuesday, Robin Tho- county officials said. It sioners making up three of “It’s a great program,” David E. Brown, Jr., ques- mas, land bank program di- would then safely hold the the spots, as well as Cragon. Commissioner Dan Claypool tioned whether Sartini should rector for the Western Re- distressed property, clean its The board also wishes to in- said. recuse himself from the matter, as the charter change could affect his position. “One of the things I question is the ability of the county prosecutor to objectively review the petitions,” Brown said. “I think it’s inappropriate.” Catherine Colgan, an assistant prosecutor who atGeneral admission tickets to tended the hearing, said no BY STEFANIE WESSELL Gazette Newspapers the grandstand and track conflict of interest exists as are $10 and are on a first-come, defined by the state law, beJEFFERSON - A familiar first-served basis for seating. Dr. Robert Malinowski, cause there is no direct fiThe ticket price does not include committee spokesman nancial gain to Sartini, al- face will take the stage at the the $7 admission to the fairand former county coroner, though his office may or may Ashtabula County Fair this grounds on the day of the show. encourages the Ashtabula not lose some of its budget. summer. Country singer Joe Nichols Send a money order for tickCounty Board of Elections ets and a stamped self-adSee COMMITTEE page 11B will perform Thursday, Aug. 8. to validate the petitions. The show begins at 8 p.m. in the dressed envelope to: Ashtabula grandstand, with tickets going County Fair, P.O. Box 546, on sale Wednesday, July 10. Jefferson, OH 44047, and tickNichols performed at the fair ets will be mailed to you. about 10 years ago and was a Tickets will also be available popular show. He was just startstarting July 10 at the ing to get popular at the time, Secretary’s Office under the but now Nichols will be returngrandstand. ing to the fair with multiple alBecause of Nichols’ concert bums and hits to his name. being held on Thursday, VeterSUBMITTED PHOTO ans’ Day at the Ashtabula Nichols’ albums have produced fourteen Top 40 singles Country singer Joe Nichols will perform at the County Fair has been moved to on the Billboard Hot Country Ashtabula County Fair this year. Friday. Songs charts, including the Number One singles Other new entertainment at the fair this year will inBoard of Elections Director Carol Lovas talks during the “Brokenheartsville,” “Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall clude an Abraham Lincoln impersonator at the historic discussion, with Deputy Director Duane Feher in the Off” and “Gimmie That Girl,” as well as five other Top log cabin. The animal show this year will feature tigers. background. Ten entries. Jungle Terry also will perform.
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United Way ‘Bridges & Vines’ Tour Aug. 17 BY MARTHA SOROHAN Gazette Newspapers ASHTABULA - Start spinning those wheels and get in shape for United Way of Ashtabula County’s first “Bridges and Vines” bicycle tour Aug. 17. The best part about the United Way’s first bike ride fund-raiser is that bikers have four routes to choose from. “Whether you ride your bike a hundred miles a week or haven’t put air in your tires in a long time, there’s a bike ride for you,” said United Way Executive Director Randy Jones. “Ashtabula County is a terrific place to ride a bicycle. Many roads are very scenic, have little traffic and the terrain is not too challenging.” Ride options are 12, 25, 39 or 62 miles. Water and snacks will be provided along the route. All rides begin and end at South River Vineyards, 6062 S. River Road, Harpersfield Township. Start time is 9 a.m. Routes will be on flat to rolling lightly traveled
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This cyclist is at the Mechanicsville Road Covered Bridge. roads, past picturesque vineyards and through historic covered bridges. Most include a portion of the flat, scenic Western Reserve Greenway Trail. In terms of covered bridges, all routes go through the Mechanicsville Covered Bridge. T h e 2 5 -m i le r i d e includes the Harpersfield Covered Bridge.
The 39-mile includes those two bridges plus the Netcher Road and Doyle Road Covered Bridges. The 62-mile ride, known as a “century ride” since 62 miles equals 100 kilometers, will pass through the four aforementioned bridges as well as the Caine, Graham and Root Road covered bridges along with Smollen Gulf.
said. The United Wa y “Bridges & Vines” Bicycle Tour fee is $25 before Aug. 10 and $30 thereafter. Early registrants are guaranteed to receive an event T-shirt. On-site registration opens 8:30 a.m. Aug. 18. For on-line registration, visit unitedwayashtabula.org. “ B r i d g e s a n d Vi n e s ” proceeds support the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, a program providing free books to preschool children through a partnership between United Wa y and Ashtabula County Public United Way of Ashtabula County is offering cyclists of all Libraries. The program levels a chance to ride past vineyards and through the prepares young children county’s covered bridges on the Aug. 17 “Bridges and for kindergarten by mailVines” Bicycle Tour, with four routes from 12 to 62 miles long. ing them one free book each month. Each bike Jones, a cyclist, set the “You don’t need a fancy rider’s entry fee will fund routes. new bike or black spandex a y e a r ’s w o r t h , o r 1 2 “They are pretty well shorts and no one will care books, to one child. Some set, subject to road condi- how long you take,” he 6 0 0 A s h t a b u l a C o u n t y tions, but I think people said. “All you need is a pre-schoolers are enrolled understand that,” he said. S a t u r d a y m o r n i n g f r e e in the program. Jones also wants the and a taste for some ad“I hope that we can enpublic to understand that venture.” courage more people to get other than helmets — He does recommend on their bikes,” Jones said. which are required — cy- that cyclists practice. “Most people will find that clists do not have to have “The route is flat to they can do our shorter the latest, up-to-date bik- rolling, but not as flat as rides with just a little pracing gear to participate. the Greenway Trail,” he tice.”
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County News Annual Garage Sale Bonanza gives back to community Sale to benefit 14 non-profits SAYBROOK TOWNSHIP - Fourteen non-profit organizations will be the beneficiaries of the proceeds from the 14th Annual Garage Sale Bonanza scheduled for July 12 through July 14 from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. at Saybrook Plaza on Route 20 West in Ashtabula. Here is a look at the non-profit agencies benefiting from the sale: The Wellness & Total Learning Center, has as its mission to promote and foster balance and wholeness of body, mind and spirit in a safe space, with a loving atmosphere that supports and honors each person’s growth and wellness. They provide educational programs, treatments, provide individual health and wellness assessments and house an expansive library. Spiderweb of Jefferson inspires and encourages at-risk youth and their families to make healthy choices and gain self-confidence to succeed through a support network of caring volunteers. They provide tutoring and counseling for students as well as a clothing bank for families in need. RSVP – Family & Community Services connects volunteers ages 55 and over with service opportunities in their communities. There are no educational, income or experience requirements. RSVP volunteers use their unique talents to make a difference. LIVING! with Cancer Support Group provides people living with cancer, and their family and friends, a place to join with others to build social and emotional support. In addition to support services the group holds social events for its members. Lions Club of Geneva empowers volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding. The local club actively supports the Eye Clinic. Independent Living Services of Ashtabula provides referral services, general information, activities and socialization opportunities for the disabled and elderly living in Ashtabula County. Girl Scout Troup #80525 strives to build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Through six focus areas, Science Technology Engineering and Math {STEM}, Community Engagement, Healthy Living, The Arts, Financial Literacy and Environmental Awareness they provide girls with an understanding of the world around them. Friends of Children Services & Foster Parents Association: Friends of Children Services works with Children Services to assure all children at risk of abuse and neglect are protected and nurtured within a family and with the support of the community. The Foster Parents Association provides training and support for families who provide foster homes to children under Children Services Protective Care. Faith in Action Caregivers provides a network of volunteer program partners from many faiths, working together to provide in-homes support services to the elderly, frail, physically and mentally challenged, enabling them to maintain independence. Dental Task Force, formed by the Ashtabula County Health Department, addresses the importance of proper dental health and its impact on a person’s overall health. The task force works to teach children how to care for their teeth. Conversation Station of Orwell provides a safe place where school-aged children, teens and adults can gather, share ideas, have fun and learn from each other. They provide programs and services that benefit the community. Beatitude House provides transitional housing and support services to homeless women who are single and those with children. The goal is to enable them to make positive changes allowing them to move from homelessness to permanent housing. Ashtabula County Council on Aging promotes the health, well being and dignity of older Americans by serving as a focal point for advocacy, services and information. Animal Protective League rescues animals, provides adoption and fostering services to more than 150 animals on a daily basis. Come out and support the local non-profits that do so much on our community. The event will be held July 12 through July 14 from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. at Saybrook Plaza on Route 20 West in Ashtabula. A presale with a $10 entry fee will be held Wednesday, July 10, from 5–8 p.m. During the sale, admission is free. For more information on the event, visit www.facebook .com/garagesalebonanza.
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Perambulator Museum celebrates 25 years BY MELINDA FRANCIS Gazette Newspapers JEFFERSON – It’s been 25 years since sisters Judith Kaminski and Janet Pallo opened their Victorian Perambulator Museum & Art Gallery and they believe it’s reason to celebrate. Located at 26 East Cedar Street in Jefferson, the pair have designated the weekend of July 13 and 14, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., to be the official anniversary. To commemorate the event, the museum is featuring many new exhibits including the additional antique perambulators, bringing the total to more than 250; the addition of 21 antique dolls; more than 1,000 miniature perambulators; an antique circus train with framed photos; two new exhibit rooms with more than 1,000 thimbles in an antique thimble cabinet; a large variety of tobacco pipes; an antique spool cabinet filled with spools of thread, needles, and accessories; a new display of teapots and tea cups and a total museum shop makeover Kaminski said. Patrons will receive $1 off admission for the weekend.
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The beautiful carriage that carried Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret when they were children. They will also have the new 25th anniversary miniature ornament available for purchase. There will be music, door prizes, a Chinese auction, a Victorian wedding dress exhibit and light refreshments. In 1988, when the twin sisters decided to go public
with their museum of 50 carriages, they committed to having the highest quality museum of it’s kind and the only one like it in the world. From Lucille Ball’s carriage to the one that carried Queen Elizabeth and her sister Margaret, the sisters have compiled a collection like no
other, Kaminski said. “We really are the only one in the world,” she said. Motivated not only by their love of everything Victorian, they are also compelled by the very county they live in to provide a unique cultural experience for residents and guests alike.
Multicultural Festival to feature Hawaiian wedding ceremony Hawaiian Wedding Vows
individual beauty, reminding us that ASHTABULA - The third annual in the unity of your love, you have lost Multi-Cultural Festival, sponsored Aloha au ‘ia ‘oe none of your unique individuality. In by the Ashtabula Downtown Devel(I love you) fact, the loving care and nurturing opment Association (ADDA), will No kêia la, no kea pô, a mau loa security of your relationship helps take place Saturday, July 27, from noon to 9 p.m., and Sunday, July (From this day, from this night, forever more) you grow even more fully into that Male ana e pili mai aloha kâua special person with whom your 28, from noon to 6 p.m. in Lance (We two will cling to love in marriage) partner fell in love.” Corporal Kevin M. Cornelius Aloha aku nô, aloha mai nô 3. Koa Bowl and Ti Leaf Park. This year’s festival will feature a unique event – the oppor- (I give my love to you, you give your love to me) Blessing of Rings Mahalo e ke Akua nô kêia lâ Before the couple exchange tunity to get married or renew your wedding vows in a “traditional” Ha- (Thanks be to God for this day) rings, the kahu (priest) dips a wood bowl Eia au, eia ‘oe into the sea (koa wood, native to Hawaii, waiian ceremony. Portions of the service (Here I am, here you are) represents strength and integrity). A ti will be spoken in the Hawaiian language and also in English by the two Ka honi mai me ke aloha leaf, which represents prosperity and (And with love is a kiss) health, is dipped into the water and then Kahus (priests). No kau a kau sprinkled over the rings three times as the The Hawaiian ceremony has many sym(For eternity) kahu recites a traditional chant. The Ti leaf bolic features, including: Ma’ane’i nô ke aloha represents prosperity, health and blessing 1. The Sharing of Aloha The Hawaiian word, aloha, literally (For love is here and now) of body, mind and spirit. 4. Pouring of the sands means to give and share the sacred breath E kipa mai E ku’u aloha The bride and groom pour two different colof life. It is a greeting, and it does mean (Come to me my love) Aloha au ‘ia ‘oe ored sands into a single glass container, mix“love,” but it means so much more than that, (I love you) ing them and symbolizing that two have become for to greet someone with aloha is to greet one and cannot be separated. them with the essence of life - our breath. “HA” 5. Lava Rock is the breath. These islands are named for that as well. A lava rock, if in Hawaii, or Hawaiian beach stone Participants are asked to be aware of the tropical breezes, for the Hawaiians believe that carried on the winds at a (outside of Hawaii), symbolic of the moment the comwedding are the spirits of absent loved ones. This in- mitment was made to each other, is wrapped in a ti leaf cludes ancestors, and those who have passed on, as well and left at the ceremony site (or another special area) as as friends and family all over the world: “At any time an offering commemorating this union. It remains there. during the ceremony, should you become strongly aware The rock marks the couple’s entrance into a promised of the breeze, consider it to be the blessing presence of a land, that of marriage, full of rich promise and unlimloved one here in spirit. The blowing of the conch shell, ited potential. or Pu, did invoke their presence as well.” To get more information, or to schedule a ceremony or 2. Lei Exchange A Hawaiian wedding often begins with the exchange renewal of vows, contact Len Jury at aloha.hands@gmail of leis: “The lei is an unbroken circle, like the rings that .com or phone 440-964-2361 or 216-440-9019. The cersoon will be blessed and exchanged, representing the emony and renewals are scheduled for Saturday, July eternal commitment of your hearts together. Also, as 27, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. —Submitted by Carol Johnson each flower is brought into the circle, it loses none of its
Thousands of books for sale at Garage Sale Bonanza SAYBROOK TOWNSHIP - Where in Ashtabula County can you find 30,000 books including 7,000 Harlequin’s, WWI and WWII history books, self-help, inspirational, diet, cookbooks, children’s books, the entire Babysitters series, even large print books not in a library? The Garage Sale Bonanza! is the place. This year’s Garage Sale Bonanza! will be held at the Saybrook Plaza July 10, 12, 13, 14, and will cover even more real estate – a grand total of 28,000 square feet! In addition to the usual use of the old Big Lots Furniture store, the recently vacated Goodwill Store will be used as our Annex. As a result, the “library” has been re-designed to have spacious aisles, easier to reach horizontal configurations of books and is located near the front of the main store to
be both bright and airy. For romance readers, the sale is the perfect time to gather all your winter reading materials and create your own at-home library. Included in the Harlequins are vintage issues from the 1950s and 1960s. For mystery readers, all the Grisham reads are available as well as many from his fellow mystery writers. Among the children’s books are board books, big picture books and chapter books. Books from every genre have generously been donated and are being categorized like a library to make it easy for you to browse and buy. The price could not be more right – 10 paperbacks for $1 and hardbacks are $1. Also available are hundreds of videos, cassettes and DVD’s on every imaginable subject to suit a myriad of artistic, educational and musical tastes.
All proceeds benefit 14 Ashtabula County non-profits and help fund critical services they provide in this economy when so many budgets have been slashed. Both donations and purchases contribute to keeping these organizations’ doors open. Donations of gently-used items except clothing may be dropped off at the back door of the store Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. through July 1. Call Dick at 440-319-2248 to arrange a pick-up. Wednesday, July 10, 5–8 p.m. is the Pre-Sale – a $10 fee is assessed to be among the first shoppers. Thursday is closed for re-stocking. Admission is Free for the sale on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 12-14, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bring family, friends and neighbors and shop until you drop for a good cause!
For the Record Conneaut Police At 10:14 a.m. June 28, a North Carolina resident reported a fraud that allegedly occurred in Conneaut. At 12:08 p.m. June 28, a car/pedestrian accident was reported in the area of Harbor Street and Dean Avenue. At 12:25 p.m. June 28, a Buffalo Street resident reported that his tenants were stealing his water. At 5:38 p.m. June 28, a non-injury traffic accident was reported on I-90 near Route 7. At 6:01 p.m. June 28, a State Street resident reported the theft of a bicycle.
At 2 a.m. July 1, two juveniles found out past curAt 1:53 p.m. July 3, a nonfew were cited into Juvenile injury traffic accident was Court. reported at Biscotti’s Winery on Whitney Road. At 9:15 a.m. July 1, a Buffalo Street resident reAt 2:13 p.m. July 3, a ported a fraud. Madison Street juvenile was arrested for domestic vioAt 10:57 a.m. July 1, lence after threatening famCorey Newsome was cited ily members at their Madiafter officers observed him son Street residence. swerve to the right and fail to indicate a left turn as he At 7:19 p.m. July 3, a passed an officer on State Harbor Street resident reStreet. He was found to be ported harassment. driving under a suspended license. At 8:09 p.m. July 3, a Broad Street juvenile was At 1:20 p.m. July 1, a do- cited into Juvenile Court afmestic altercation was re- ter throwing a rock through ported in a vehicle in the the window of a Park Place Rite Aid parking lot. residence.
At 3:57 p.m. July 1, officers uncovered during a At 9:20 p.m. June 28, a search with warrant at 401 non-violent domestic alter- Buffalo Street the remains of cation was reported on Clark six clandestine methamStreet. phetamine laboratories. Shawn Elliot was arrested. At 10:14 p.m. June 28, a non-violent domestic alterAt 5:04 p.m. July 1, a cation was reported on Mill Middle Road resident reStreet. ported threats. At 10:28 p.m. June 28, an assault was reported on State Street.
At 6:02 p.m. July 1, a neighbor dispute was reported on Buffalo Street.
At 10:35 p.m. June 28, a West Main Road resident reported being harassed by his mother.
At 8:57 p.m. July 1, a domestic altercation was reported on Washington Street.
At 10:53 a.m. June 29, the owner of Clark’s MiniMart reported a former employee was trespassing on the property.
At 4:42 a.m. July 2, a domestic altercation was reported on South Amboy Road.
At 5:37 p.m. June 30, a neighbor dispute was reported on Buffalo Street. At 5:53 p.m. June 30, William Brown injured his hand while completely smashing the hood and windshield of his own vehicle in front of the Bottom Line Bar. At 6:10 p.m. June 30, Tayler Kantola was driving westbound on Madison Street when she swerved to miss an animal that entered the roadway and lost control, striking a parked car. No one was injured. At 12:56 a.m. July 1, an East Main Road. resident reported harassing phone calls.
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At 10:12 a.m. July 2, copper was reported stolen from a residence on Amboy Road. At 9 p.m. July 2, electronics, jewelry, and groceries were reported stolen from a West Main Road residence. At 6 a.m. July 3, a 15th Street resident reported that someone threw a rock through the window of his home. At 10:25 a.m. July 3, a male reported that some one damaged the windows and doors on several rental properties on Lake Road. At 12:51 p.m. July 3, a non-violent domestic altercation was reported on Beaver Street.
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July 3 0128 hours - 5000 block of Poplar Avenue. Attempted burglary - forced. 1020 - 5000 block of Adams Avenue. Warrant served. An adult male with two active arrest warrants was taken into custody and transported to the city jail. 1050 - 2000 block of Lake Avenue. Theft - other. Subject in lobby reports a theft. 1054 - 5000 block of Woodman Avenue. Assault. Caller reports an assault and a hit-and-run accident. 1301 - 1000 block of Lambros Lane. Caller reports an assault. 1308 - 5000 block of Runkle Avenue. Petty theft - from building. Caller reAt 9:48 p.m. July 3, a ports a theft. Clark Street resident re1314 - West 54th Street/ ported two males attempted Chestnut Avenue. Menacto break into her detached ing. Citizen reports threats. garage. They fled the area 1314 - 1000 block of northbound. Alfred Drive. Menacing. 1752 - 3000 block of Lake At 1:24 a.m. July 4, a Harbor Street resident re- Avenue. Motor vehicle accident - general. Caller reported threats. ports a hit-skip accident in At 4:40 a.m. July 4, a ju- parking lot. 1848 - 1000 block of venile seen walking on Glennwood Ext. DisturGrant Street was cited into bance. Caller reports his Juvenile Court for curfew. wife is trying to take his vehicle even though she At 10:18 a.m. July 4, a Tee Street resident reported doesn’t have a license. a fraud. July 4 0107 hours - Chestnut At 1:06 p.m. July 4, a Avenue/West 53rd Street. State Street resident reDUS - FRA suspension. A ported that the window of his vehicle was damaged subject was arrested for DUS. overnight. 0121 - 1000 block of West At 2:32 p.m. July 4, a 8th Street. Simple assault. A subject was arrested for Hosford Avenue resident reunderage consumption. ported telephone harass0248 - 1000 block of Lake ment. Avenue. K9 narcotic sniff. OSP requests assistance. At 6:22 p.m. July 4, a Day 0216 - 1000 block of Street resident reported that Lambros Lane. Vandalism. her son was bitten by a dog 0531 - 1000 block of as they were walking near Alfred Drive. Vandalism. the bird watching deck on Report of a damaged car Naylor Boulevard. windshield. 1055 - 800 block of West At 9:22 p.m. July 4, a do41st Street. A theft was remestic altercation was reported. ported on Broad Street. 1056 - 5000 block of Adams Avenue. Burglary forced. Orwell Police 1404 - 5000 block of July 1 Dwight Avenue. Attempted 4:45 am - Suspicious ac- burglary - no force. tivity on Central Ave 1532 - 5000 block of 7:22 pm - Domestic Vio- Jefferson Avenue. Disturlence on E Main St bance. 1713 - 5000 block of July 3 Washington Avenue. At3:20 am - Suspicious ac- tempted burglary - no force. tivity on Noe Ave 1816 - 600 block of West 57th Street. Burglary July 4 forced. 10:32 pm - Driving under 1806 - 200 block of West suspension on N Maple Ave 54th Street. An assault was reported. July 6 1901 - Perryville Place/ 7:10 am - Criminal mis- Nathan Avenue. Disturchief on N Maple Ave bance. 5:32 pm - Traffic complaint on S Maple Ave
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ASHTABULA COUNTY TAXPAYERS PAYMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES Last Day for Payment of Second Half 2012 REAL ESTATE TAX IS JULY 17, 2013 Notice is hereby given that Real Estate Taxes for the second half of 2012 are due and payable on or before Wednesday, July 17, 2013. Payments that are mailed must be postmarked by midnight of July 17, 2013 by the United States Postal Service. Postmarks from private mailing machines are not acceptable under Ohio law. After July 17, 2013 a penalty must be charged in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code. In addition, interest is charged August 1, 2013 and December 1, 2013 on certified unpaid balances. When your mortgage is paid off or if it is sold to another Mortgage Company, it is the property owner’s responsibility under the Ohio Revised Code to see that this office is advised to ensure that the tax bill is sent to the correct address. FAILURE TO RECEIVE A TAX BILL WILL NOT AVOID A PENALTY. Every effort is made to see that you receive your tax bills; however, Section 323.13 of the Ohio Revised Code provides the property owner is responsible for payments (plus any penalties or interest) even if you did not receive your bill. Please call us at once if you have not received a tax bill unless you have made previous arrangements with a financial institution to pay them. You can also access your taxes online using the Tax Search function at www.ashtabulacountytreasurer.org. The Treasurer’s Office is accepting applications from taxpayers interested in the advanced payment plan program for the first half 2013 collection. Taxpayers are able to pay their semi-annual real estate taxes in installments before the taxes actually become due rather than in a lump sum. Call 440-5761421 or go online to www.ashtabulacountytreasurer.org and select Payment Plans to apply.
DAWN M. CRAGON, Ashtabula County Treasurer 25 West Jefferson Street, Jefferson, Ohio 44047 • Phone: 440-576-3727 Office Hours: Mon. through Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Holidays Excluded)
July 5 1049 hours - 1000 block of West 6th Street. Vandalism. 1607 - 100 block of West 44th Street. Theft - from yards. 1657 - 700 block of West 38th Street. Warrant served. 1838 - 4000 block of Cornell Avenue. Disturbance.
Thursday, July 4 0002 Female left hospital with IV, West Main Street 1004 Disrupting public service, North Broadway 1751 Lockout, North Broadway 2021 Missing license plate, North Avenue 2302 Fireworks, South Eagle
Friday, July 5 0601 Ambulance, Commerce Place July 6 0725 Ambulance, Or0939 - 1000 block of West 30th Street. Animal at chard Grove Drive 1030 Custody issue, large. Caller reported a dog Lawn Street at large. 1047 Ambulance, Sexton 1000 - 6000 block of Bardmoor Boulevard. Per- Street 1313 Loose dog, South sonal welfare. 1521 - 1000 block of Eagle Street 1844 Loose Dog, CentenRobin Circle. Requested an nial officer for an assault. 1738 - 5000 block of Saturday, July 6 Woodman Avenue. Caller 0435 Ambulance, West reports a fight. Maple 1241 Dog left in vehicle, Geneva Police East Main Street Monday, July 1 1403 Custody dispute, 0017 Ambulance, SR 534 1236 Possible intoxicated East Main Street 1427 Ambulance, Austin driver, Route 20 1423 Road hazard, North Road 1701 Ambulance, Wheeler Broadway 1733 Unwanted person, Creek Road North Broadway Sunday, July 7 2058 Found needle, East 0128 Ambulance, South Main Street Ridge Road West 0546 Ambulance, River Tuesday, July 2 0219 Kids at skate park, Glen Drive 1306 Ambulance, North Little Peoples Park 1002 Ambulance, Austin Ridge Road West 1415 Male with knife, Road 1235 Disturbance, North Grant Street 1521 Prople in parking Broadway 1711 Domestic situation, lot drinking, North Crowell 1836 Intoxicated bicySouth Ridge Road clist, North Broadway Wednesday, July 3 0940 Loose dog, South Jefferson Police Eagle Tuesday, July 2 1113 Domestic, Park 0850 Vehicle unlock, Street State Route 46 North and 1556 Disturbance, Park Oak Street Street 1205 Vehicle Unlock, 1649 Juvenile running AC&J railroad from mom, West Main Street 1517 Suspicious vehicle, 2224 Ambulance, Bishop Barn 8 Fairgrounds Road 2133 Animal call, dog bite, West Satin Street
Asht abula Ashtabula County Cour t News April D. Latorres The defendant was arraigned on June 14. She is charged with one count of aggravated arson, a felony of the first degree; one count of having weapons while under disability, a felony of the third degree; one count of illegal manufacture of drugs, a felony of the second degree, and two counts of illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs, felonies of the third degree. She pled not guilty. Bond was set at $20,000, personal recognizance, with the condition that the defendant shall not purchase or possess pseudoephedrine.
Jason C. Jamison The defendant was arraigned on June 14. He is charged with two counts of illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs, felonies of the third degree; and one count of complicity to illegal manufacture of drugs, a felony of the second degree. He pled not guilty. Bond is set at $5,000, personal recognizance.
Amanda M. Lawrence The defendant was arraigned on June 14. She is charged with one count of illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs, a felony of the third degree; and one count of complicity to illegal manufacture of drugs, a felony of the second degree. She pled not guilty. Bond was set at $5,000, personal recognizance.
Jason M. Nagy The defendant was arraigned on June 14. He is charged with two counts of illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs, a felonies of the third degree; and one count of complicity to illegal manufacture of drugs, a felony of the second degree. He pled not guilty. Bond was set at $10,000, personal recognizance.
For the Record Upcoming meetings July 10 - The next regular meeting of the Ashtabula County Board of Health will be held on the second Wednesday of the month, July 10, at 7 p.m. in the basement of the Ashtabula County Health Department at 12 W. Jefferson St., Jefferson. July 10 - The Board of Directors of the Ashtabula County Agricultural Society will meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, in the Concession Building at the fairgrounds in Jefferson.
Ashtabula County Weekly Traffic Advisory ***NEW*** Interstate 90 in the city of Conneaut (Until further notice) • Furnace Rd. under I-90 is closed through late August for bridge repairs. The detour is Under Ridge Rd. to Middle Rd. to Bailey Rd. • South Ridge Rd. under I-90 is closed through late August for bridge repairs. The detour is Keefus Rd. to Under Ridge Rd. • Traffic traveling on I-90 eastbound between just east of the Conneaut River to the Pennsylvania State line has been crossed over onto the westbound lanes to create a bidirectional traffic pattern. Two lanes of traffic will be maintained at all times in both directions separated by a barrier wall. This work is part of a $44.6 million project to replace the pavement on I-90 from just east of the Conneaut River Bridge to the Pennsylvania state line. The entire project is scheduled to be completed by late fall 2013. (Tuesday, July 9-Wednesday, July 10) Beginning Tuesday, July 9, at 6 a.m. the ramp from I-90 westbound to the rest area and truck weight station will be closed for pavement repairs. This closure will remain in place through 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 10. This work is part of a $44.6 million project to replace the pavement on I-90 from just east of the Conneaut River Bridge to the Pennsylvania state line. The entire project is scheduled to be completed by late fall 2013.
Interstate 90 in Austinburg, Plymouth and Saybrook Townships (Monday, July 8 – until further notice) Beginning Monday, July 8, the Carson Rd. and State Rd. intersection will be closed for 30 days for roadway construction. The detour will be Plymouth Rd. to Beck Rd. to Seven Hills Rd. to Howard Rd. to Jefferson Rd. (Until further notice) The following lane restrictions and closures are now in place: • Foreman Rd. under I-90 is closed through late July for bridge repairs. The detour is Clay St. to SR 45 to Austinburg Rd. • SR 11 is reduced to one lane in each direction over I90 via a crossover condition. • The I-90 westbound ramp to SR 11 southbound is closed through late September. The detour is SR 11 north to Seven Hills Rd. to SR 11 south. • The SR 11 southbound ramp to I-90 eastbound is closed through late September. The detour is SR 11 south to SR 46 to SR 11 north. • State Rd. over I-90 is closed through early October. The detour is Seven Hills Rd. to Jefferson Rd. to SR 46. • The Western Reserve Greenway Trail has occasional daily closures between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. • I-90 eastbound and westbound between SR 11 and SR 45 has various daily lane restrictions for roadway construction. This work is part of a $68 million project to replace pavement along I-90 from just west of SR 45 to just east of SR 11. The project also includes modifications to the I-90/SR 11 interchange and repairs to seven bridges along I-90.
***ONGOING*** West Ave. in the City of Ashtabula (Until further notice) West Ave. between W. 30th St. and W. 34th St. is reduced to one lane in each direction for bridge re-decking. This work is part of a $1.8 million project to redeck the bridges on West Ave. over W. 30thSt. and over the Conrail railroad. The entire project is scheduled to be completed by October 2013.
US Route 6 and State Route 534 in Geneva, Hartstgrove & Trumbull Townships (Until further notice) The following routes are reduced to one lane daily for resurfacing: • US 6 between Hyde Rd. and SR 534 • SR 534 between US 6 to Barrett Rd. This work is part of a $1.7 million project to resurface two sections of SR 534 between the Geneva-on-the-Lake southern corporation limit and SR 534 and on US 6 from Hyde Rd. to SR 534. The entire project is scheduled to be completed by late September 2013.
SR 193 in Sheffield and Kingsville Township (Until further notice) SR 193 between Sheffield Monroe Rd. and I-90 has various lane restrictions for resurfacing. This work is part of a $1.2 million project to resurface SR 193 from Sheffield Monroe Rd. to just south of I-90. The project also includes minor bridge repairs and the replacement of the SR 193 bridge over the Ashtabula River. The entire project is scheduled to be complete by October 2013. “Ohio’s highways are essential to keeping and creating new jobs. With a mission to provide easy movement of people and goods from place to place, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is responsible for maintaining one of the largest transportation networks in the nation. Guided by ethical principles and accountability, ODOT works to improve safety, enhance travel and advance economic development. As a $2.8 billion enterprise, the department wisely invests in its core services of snow and ice removal, annual construction program and highway maintenance operations.” For more information contact: Justin Chesnic at (330) 786-2209 or email D04.PIO@dot.state.oh.us
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UH Geauga Medical Center holding its 5th annual Family Health & Safety Day on July 13 CHARDON- The fifth annual Family Health & Safety Day will be held at University Hospitals (UH) Geauga Medical Center, 13207 Ravenna Road in Chardon, on this Saturday, July 13, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. The free event promotes healthy living by providing wellness screenings and education in collaboration with the hospital’s many community partners. This year ’s Family Health & Safety Day will present the widest range of screenings and interactive demonstrations to date. “It’s part of our mission at UH Geauga Medical Center to ensure that the people we serve have access to complete information regarding healthy lifestyles, care and prevention,” says event and screenings coordinator Lou Ann Marx, RN, BSN. “Our partner organizations and the hospital’s clinicians, physicians and staff are volunteering their time to make this free event educational, empowering and fun for all ages.” More than 1,000 people are expected to attend this summer’s event. The Family Health & Safety Day wellness screenings include: • Sports physicals (child must be accompanied by parent or guardian) • Vascular/stroke risk • Dental (provided by the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile) • Skin cancer • Pain • Orthopaedic • Hearing • Memory • Depression • Foot assessments • Sleep Safety and wellness education stations include: • CPR instruction • Car seat fitting (provided by UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital) • Drug take-back program (Geauga County Sheriff ’s Department to accept pills and empty syringes) • Medicare consultations • Health care power of attorney/living will consultation • Job search assistance (at Job and Family Services Building)
Safety and wellness demonstrations include: • Bike • Water and boating • Fire safety/fire extinguisher • Yoga • Zumba® “Family Health & Safety Day is about wellness in every sense of the word – physical, mental, social, even economic,” says Marx. “Nonprofit organizations from Job and Family Services, United Way and the YMCA to Geauga County partners like the Park District, the Health District, the Public Library, the Sheriff ’s Department and the Department on Aging will be here to offer resources and assistance to residents.” At its core, Family Health & Safety Day empowers residents to help identify health and safety risk factors. “Awareness, early detection and early intervention are key factors to achieving better outcomes and leading healthy lives,” says M. Steven Jones, President, UH Geauga Medical Center. “While Geauga County was named the healthiest county in Ohio this year, there are still many public health issues in our community.” “This event is a great opportunity for UH Geauga Medical Center and its partners to immediately provide free services and information to everyone in the region – including those who are underserved because of economic factors – and to help them minimize their risks and maximize their overall wellness,” added Jones. The hospital’s team of experts and Call Center coordinators will be available on site to assist attendees in scheduling a full range of health services appointments and answer healthrelated questions. The Family Health & Safety Day will take place rain or shine. Preregistration is required for all health screenings. For more information or to register, call UH Geauga Medical Center at (440) 285-7757, option 1 or go to www.uhhospitals.org.
Daniel Claypool named to head up three-county Council of Governments JEFFERSON - Ashtabula County Board of Commissioner Daniel R. Claypool has been selected to serve as Chief Elected Official of the Northeast Ohio Consortium Council of Governments for the coming year. “I feel really honored to have been chosen,” said Claypool. “I don’t believe there is a more important task than the education or re-education of our workforce, to find jobs in today’s changing labor market.” The Northeast Ohio Consortium Council of Governments reviews programs and services provided by the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) of 1998 for the three-county area. WIA provides workforce investment activities that increase the employment, retention, and earnings of participants, and increase occupational skill attainment by participants with an effort to improve the quality of the workforce, reduce welfare dependency and enhance productivity. Required COG membership includes Portage and Geauga Counties and representatives of community groups with an interest in workforce development - Business, Education, Economic Development, Unions and Migrant Workers - from all three counties along with the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services. “In Ashtabula County, the Job Source, administered by Ashtabula County Department of Job and Family Services provides education and re-employment services for displaced or challenged workers,” Claypool said.
Marriages James E. Dunn, of Edinboro, Pa., and Renee N. Mittelstadt, of Ashtabula Michael Ray Lehtonen and Ashley R. Miller, both of Ashtabula Mark E. Farmer and Karen E. Davis, both of Rock Creek Earl J. Mull and Stephanie D. Deak, both of Ashtabula John M. Bennett, of Conneaut, Wendy A. GuyBish, of West Springfield, Pa. Ronald L. Tawney III and Michelle R. Summers, both of Ashtabula William J. Schwentker, Jr., and Valerie M. Ball, both of Ashtabula Lyle W. Lipps, of Williamsfield, and Brenda F. Shull, of Albion, Pa. Jesse M. Workman and Maura J. Snyder, both of Ashtabula Benjamin V. Reed and Racheal D. Hinz, both of Geneva Mark D. Frye and Karen M. Strellow, both of Erie, Pa.
John J. Slaughbaugh and Emma J. Byler, both of Middlefield Nicholas W. Evans and Melissa A. Ondo, both of Pittsburgh, Pa. Garrett J. Brunecz and Kaylee M. Ely, both of Conneaut Billy R. Hosier, of Andover, and Hope D. Krieg, of Orwell John W. Green and Jennifer L. Brown, both of Geneva Michael P. McCracken and Loretta M. Hamilton, both of Jefferson Robert T. Bloomer and Melissa J. Basen, both of Jefferson Philip M. Johnson and Debra L. Johnson, both of Geneva Arlin J. Murphy and Holly M. Slover, both of Geneva Marvin R. Troyer, of Middlefield, and Malinda E. Miller, of Orwell Braiden G. Wiles and Jennifer K. Boothe, both of Ashtabula Joel W. Tjader and Jessica M. Sprinkle, both of Conneaut O.C. Roberson II and Jennifer L. Edwards, both of Ashtabula
Jefferson EMS 06/30 00:18 Resp. Distress/Difficulty Breathing Transported 06/30 13:05 Seizure Transported 06/30 16:25 Pain Transported 06/30 22:14 Chest Pain Patient Refused Care 07/01 12:57 Seizure Patient Refused Care 07/04 10:46 Fall Victim (Injury) Transported 07/04 10:47 Minor Trauma/Injury Transported 07/04 13:04 General Medical Transported 07/04 18:03 Diabetic Problem Transported 07/05 07:48 Medical Alarm No Patient Found 07/06 04:12 Chest Pain Transported 07/06 07:16 Diabetic Problem Treated and Released 07/06 18:17 MVA (WITH INJURY) Treated and Released
Omigod you guys! It’s ‘Legally Blonde the Musical!’ “Omigod You Guys!” “Legally Blonde The Musical,” winner of seven major awards, including the coveted Best Musical, will be presented on the Straw Hat Theatre stage July 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, and 27. All performances begin at 8 p.m. Elle Woods can handle anything. So when her boyfriend, Warner, dumps her she follows him to Harvard Law School and tries to win him back. With some help from new-found friends Paulette, Emmett and her little dog Bruiser, she learns that it’s so much better to be smart! This all singing, all dancing romantic comedy is about knowing who you are and showing what you’ve got! Directed by Kimberly Godfrey of Perry, “Legally Blonde” has been winning over audiences across the country. For tickets call the Ashtabula Arts Center box office at (440) 964-3396. Individual show tickets are $14 for adults, $12 seniors and students and $11 for children age 12 and under. Save $2 per ticket when you purchase tickets in advance. Advance sale tickets must be purchased by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the show or by noon on Saturday for Saturday and Sunday performances. The Ashtabula Arts Center is funded in part by the Ohio Arts Council.
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GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 2013 • 6B
United Way changes leadership David Speelman, the new president of the United Way Board of Trustees, announced that ten people were recently elected to the board. They are: For a three-year term: Peggy Carlo, Bruce deRidder, David Goswick, Nick Iarocci, Barbara Legeza, Gus Saikely, Marlene Sartini and Danny Sullivan. For a two-year term: Fred Grimm. For a one-year term: David Speelman. Georgia Farris Romanko served as the president of the board during the past year. Executive director, Randy Jones, thanked her for her twenty-plus years of volunteer efforts for the United Way and explained that she accepted every role willingly and gave her best effort on every occasion. The United Way board of trustees is the governing SUBMITTED PHOTO body of the organization and is responsible for all major Georgia Farris Romanko, outgoing United Way board president, is thanked for her service by Jason Kopczak, treasurer and Eric Senor, president elect. decisions.
Dinner With a Doc becomes Cooking With a Doc in July With recent national discussion about heart disease and the link to healthy eating, July’s Dinner With a Doc is timely. Join Dr. Ed Wiese, MD, as he demonstrates several recipes that are good for you, fun to cook, and bursting with flavor at Dinner With a Doc on July 25. “There is a definite link to healthy eating and healthy bodies,” said Dr. Wiese. “Poor nutritional choice can aggravate the health problems we already have, or can trigger new health risks. Obesity, for example, can lead to diabetes or heart disease.” We often think it is easier to eat out, or cook a pre-packaged meal at home. However, in the same time as it takes to drive, or-
der, eat and return home, you can whip up a delightful meal at a fraction of the cost. Dr. Wiese said it is easy to feel pressed for time during the week. He suggests preparing your meals on the weekend and storing them in individual serving containers. “The pre-packed meals we buy in grocery stores are quick and can help you limit your portion size. However, the added risk is the extra sodium or other chemical additives that go into the food to preserve it. You can cook a piece of chicken and two vegetables very quickly on the stove and store it in the refrigerator until later in the week, and you know it will be good for you,” he said. Making meals at home is also a cheaper alternative
Upcoming Saint John class reunions The Saint John Class of 1958 will celebrate their 55year reunion the weekend of July 26 and 27. They will meet at South River Winery on Friday, July 26. On Saturday, July 27, they will meet at Saint John School at 10:30 a.m. for coffee, doughnuts and a tour of the school. Later that evening, they will gather for a dinner celebration. For more details, contact Bonnie Tulino Yost at 440-576-9439 or at glyost@roadrunner.com. The Saint John Class of 1963 will gather for their 50year reunion the weekend of Aug. 9-10. They will be meeting at Saint John School for a fish fry on Friday evening. On Saturday they will hold a dinner at the Elks Club. Contact Regina Tussy Callahan at rltussy@aol.com or 703-508-9885 for more information. The Class has established a web page for the reunion: www.SaintJohn63Reunion.myevent.com. The Saint John Class of 1971 is planning a 60th birthday celebration for Saturday, Aug. 17, at Laurello Vineyards at 6 p.m. Please RSVP to Janis Iarocci Brown at 440-9642454 or jmb1615@gmail.com or contact her for more details. The Saint John Class of 1973 will be celebrating their 40th reunion over the weekend of July 20-21. They will gather on Friday, July 19, for an optional meet and greet at 8 pm at the Crow’s Nest. On Saturday, July 20, they will meet at Laurello Vineyards at 5 p.m. On Sunday, July 21, they will meet for brunch and a tour of the new Saint John School. For more information, please contact Sue Richey Viall at 440-813-8088 or suzev@roadrunner.com.
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than eating out or buying meals at the store. Dr. Wiese doesn’t just talk about healthy eating – he is an award-winning cook, known for his outstanding entries at Catholic Charities’ Men Who Cook. He will demonstrate how to prepare the meal, while discussing the nutritional content and other healthy food facts. Dinner With a Doc will start at 6 p.m. in ACMC’s Cafeteria. Dinner will include an entrée, vegetables, beverages, and dessert. The cost of the event is $15. Reservations must be received by Friday, July 19. To make reservations, phone 440-997-6555. Click on “Sign Up For Events” at www.acmchealth.org.
Raise the Roof Concert raises $4751 for Monroe UMC roof repair MONROE TOWNSHIP The CDRM Raise the Roof Concert at Stateline United Methodist Church raised $4,751 for roof repairs at the Monroe UMC. According to Pastor Samara Jenkins, “We at Monroe UMC are grateful for more than 250-plus people that supported us at Sunday’s benefit concert.” A number of area musicians shared in the ministry of music, to the glory of God. The concert will benefit the roof repairs at Monroe UMC. which suffered major structural damage to the roof this winter, necessitating the congregation worshipping at Kelloggsville UMC for the time being. Support beams have cracked, rendering the building unsafe. The Council for Dynamic Rural Ministry is a cooperative ministry of area United Methodist Churches which have covenanted together for mutual support and outreach to Ashtabula County and beyond. Pastor Pat Fischer of Leon and Richmond United Methodist Churches is the council President, and Pastor Johnnie Swann of Plymouth UMC the parish director. Traditionally, CDRM has supported a mission project throughout the year, including GO Ministries, Children’s Services Kinship Caregivers, and BirthCare, our current project. We have voted to make Monroe UMC our primary mission project for 201314. We are stronger together than separately.
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furnish traffic zone marking paint to the Ashtabula County Engineer’s Office. JEFFERSON - The Ashtabula County EngiAshtabula County commis- neer Tim Martin presented sioners approved multiple the contract, which is for resolutions during their the furnishing of traffic Dr. Ed Wiese, MD meeting on Tuesday, July 2. zone marking paint for use In one action, the com- by the highway departmissioners re-ordered the ment. University Hospitals Geneva Medical publication of and re-estabThe cost is not to exceed lished goals for the Disad$56,056, with the contract Center Jewelry Sale and Repair Clinic vantaged Business Enter- retroactive from July 1, to raise money for Auxiliary prise (DBE) program pro- 2013, through June 30, jections for federal fiscal 2014. Proceeds from July 17 & 18 event will buy teddy year 2014 on behalf of the The cost is $9 per galbears for children treated at hospital Ashtabula County Trans- lon of yellow, for a total of GENEVA – University Hospitals (UH) Geneva Medical portation System. $45,045, and $9.10 per galCenter will hold its Jewelry Sale and Repair Clinic on WednesSusan Stoneman, lon of white, for a total of day, July 17, and Thursday, July 18, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the project manager of the $11,011. lobby of the hospital, located at 870 West Main Street in Geneva. Ashtabula County TransThe commissioners also All proceeds from the event will benefit the hospital’s Auxil- portation System, submit- approved a contract with iary. The funds will be used to purchase teddy bears for chil- ted the request to the com- K inder Morgan/ Pinney dren being treated at UH Geneva Medical Center. missioners, as she had Dock and Transport Co., Corporate Jewelers will have several stations set up in the been notified by Brett Har- LLC for limestone No. 7 hospital’s lobby where visitors can choose from a wide selec- ris, compliance and trans- and 8. tion of jewelry items including silver and gold bracelets, neck- portation officer for the Martin also presented laces, rings and earrings. The event will also offer repair and Ohio Department of Trans- this contract for approval. replacement services; ring resizing, cleaning and inspection; portation, that the one- The contact is for a total watch battery replacement; and the purchase of unwanted gold percent DBE goal was un- price of $79,800, broken jewelry. Many of the repair services can be performed while acceptable and that the down as not to exceed: you wait. Cash, checks and credit cards will be accepted. goal has been recom—Lot #7, 5,000 tons, “We offer the community this event twice a year,” says Dayna mended to be increased to #304 POS Ashtabula, Meshginpoosh, President, UH Geneva Medical Center Auxil- five percent. $13.30 per ton, total iary. “This time the money is earmarked for teddy bears which Therefore, the commis- $66,500. we give to children being treated in our Emergency, Labora- sioners announced that the —Lot #8, 1,000 tons, tory, Medical-Surgical and Ambulatory Surgery Departments.” goal has been increased for #411 POS Ashtabula, For more information about the Jewelry Sale and Re- programs funded and au- $13.30 per ton, total pair Clinic, call the UH Geneva Medical Center Auxil- thorized by the Federal $13,300. iary at 440-428-1800. Transit Administration. They also approved a Comments regarding contract with Kinder Morthe goal and the DBE pro- gan/Pinney Dock and gram will be accepted for Transport Co., LLC for a period of 45 days and limestone Lot #5. should be addressed to SuThe cost is not to exsan Stoneman, ACTS ceed: Project Manager, —Lot #5, 3,500 tons #8, Ashtabula County Depart- POS Ashtabula, $16.75 per ment of Job and Family ton, for a total of $58,625. Services, the Job Source, In other matters, the 2247 Lake Ave., Ashtabula, commissioners appointed OH, 44004. Dwayne Bennett, indepen258 West Main Road, Conneaut Since 1987 The board also approved dent, to the Ashtabula a resolution approving a County Convention Facili440.593.6363 • facebook.com/SnydersCC contract with Ennis Paint to ties Authority.
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1816 Jonathan Warner Mary Ellen Blaha, Rock Creek resident, Tavern to be dedicated advocated patient environment
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Jim Dutton, left, and Bud Wheattall put some finishing touches on the 1816 Jonathan Warner Tavern, which will be dedicated 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 14, during the 1890 Early America Live re-enactment festival at the Jefferson Depot Village. After the dedication, there will be a Dixieland Band performance in the 1864 Lenox Cornet Bandwagon. The dedication takes place during Early America Live, when costumed kinfolk recreate the period in all the restored buildings. Early America Live takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 13, and from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 14. A $5 donation is asked for to attend Early America Live. Children under six are free. The Jefferson Depot Village is located at 147 E. Jefferson St., with parking on East Walnut Street. For more information, visit www.jeffersondepotvillage.org.
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GEAUGA COUNTY – On July 1, family members and project donors joined the staff and leadership of University Hospitals (UH) Geauga Medical Center to dedicate the water feature in the hospital’s new courtyard healing garden to Rock Creek resident Mary Ellen Blaha. Ms. Blaha, who died suddenly in 2011, was a breast cancer survivor and the Nurse Coordinator at the hospital’s UH Seidman Cancer Center facility. “Mary had a long career at the hospital,” says M. Steven Jones, President, UH Geauga Medical Center. “She was a dedicated nurse who worked closely with cancer patients as well as orthopaedic patients early in her career. She was considered family by our staff.” The Water Feature Dedication Event officially completed the renovation of the courtyard healing garden, which is adjacent to patient floor 1 South and the hospital’s Orthopaedic Center. The garden had been in various planning stages for several years. Its construction was fast-tracked following Ms. Blaha’s passing in 2011 and was completed as a result of coordinated fundraising efforts by UH Geauga Medical Center,
the Blaha family and community donors including the Lisa and Bob Forino family and Phyllis Mihalic. The Mary E. Blaha Memorial Fund made a donation toward the water feature itself. “It’s incredible to see our vision become reality, and know that we’re able to now use the garden in so many positive ways,” says Alan Graham, COTA/L, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, UH Geauga Medical Center and, with Mary Blaha, a longtime proponent of the healing environment. “The garden represents an opportunity to bridge the clinical and home environments, and offer patients and visitors a space that’s familiar, natural and life-affirming. In addition to our patients using the space for physical, occupational and behavioral therapy, autistic children from area schools are coming in with their job coaches to work the landscape.” The new water feature consists of a fountain with a two-sided waterfall and reflecting pool. “Mary would have wanted the water to be heard and be more spectacular than a typical backyard fountain, and that’s what the hospital’s
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Mary Ellen Blaha staf f and leadership wanted to give to her and her family,” says Graham. “The water feature is a destination for patients and visitors.” Augmenting that destination in the 50-by-70-foot garden are picnic tables, a planting table, raised flower beds, rocks and a mountain meadow-style terrain designed to engage and challenge patients of all ages on their path to recovery. Future enhancements include low-voltage
lighting and an in-ground watering system. “Mary loved the garden and was excited about what was happening there,” says Graham. “The realization of this garden and water feature dedication truly was a collaboration between UH Geauga Medical Center, the Blaha family and our community. Now we have a beautiful healing environment that people have the opportunity to touch, and that touches people in return.”
July 21 Austinburg: Wharram Family Reunion The Livingston French Wharram Family Reunion will be held 1 p.m. July 21 at Cindy Hejduk’s home, 1710 Rt. 45 South, Austinburg. Families should bring their table settings and a dish to pass. Coffee, cups, hamburgers and hot dogs will be furnished. For info, call Winnie Cerbin at 275-1115.
Aug. 4 Wayne Township: Piper Reunion The annual Piper Reunion will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at the Ashtabula County Antique Engine Club grounds. The Antique Engine Club grounds are located about one-and-a-half miles east of Wayne Center on State Route 322. Families are to bring a covered dish for the buffet lunch, beverage and table settings. A Chinese auction and a corn-hole tournament will add to the fun. Call Randy Johnson, secretary, at (440) 293-6725 for more information.
Aug. 13 Ashtabula Township: Ashtabula Bow Socket/Ashtabula Forge Reunion The 25th annual Ashtabula Bow Socket/Ashtabula Forge Reunion Potluck Picnic is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, at the upper pavilion of Lakeshore Park. The pavilion is located at the State Road entrance to the park. Those who plan to attend are reminded to bring a hot or cold dish to share and table settings. Coffee and lemonade will be furnished. All former employees of Plants #1, 2, 3 and 4, and office personnel, supervisors and their families are invited to attend.
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Aug. 24 Geneva: Class reunion The Geneva High School Class of 1953 reunion will be held at 6 p.m. Aug. 24 at Martini’s Restaurant. They will meet at 6 p.m. Aug. 22 at Eddie’s Grill. At 1 p.m. Aug. 23, they will tour SPIRE and gather later, at 6 p.m., at Spring Hill Winery. They will conclude with brunch at 9:30 a.m. Aug. 25 at the Geneva Lodge. For more info, contact Rita Branham Hathy at rita.hathy @gmail.com.
Sept. 9 Harpersfield Township: Brainard-Dodge Reunion There will be a Brainard-Dodge Reunion on 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 9, at Harpersfield Dam. Bring a dish to share and your own table settings. This is the 200th anniversary of when David and Hannah Brainard settled in the wilderness of Harpersfield Township, Ohio, in 1813 from the civilized Harpersfield, Pa. Their homestead is still standing near Route 534 in Harpersfield Township, Ohio, and was owned by the UH Geauga Medical Center’s new Courtyard Healing Garden. Brainards until 1970.
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Revved up Bruce Transporters, Lake County Juvenile Diabetes Walk Family team up for the Bruce High Performance Transporters/ LCJDWF Grand Prix BY STEFANIE WESSELL Gazette Newspapers GARRETSVILLE, OH Get your motors revving. Bruce Transporters and the Lake County Juvenile Diabetes Walk Family are teaming up this Saturday for the Bruce High Performance Transporters/ LCJDWF Grand Prix. Bruce Transporters is a proud sponsor and the “Official Trailer” of the Optima Batteries/ChumpCar World Series, and a race is com ing to th e N e l s o n Ledges Road Course in Garrettsville, Ohio, for the “The Shortest Longest Day” on Saturday, July 13. Come watch the Bruce Transporters “Chumpty Dumptys” race a ChumpCar World Series 12-hour endurance race. These ChumpCar races are catching on in popularity, Bruce Transporters President Bruce Hanusosky said. “It’s a great series,” Hanusosky said. “It’s a safe, inexpensive way to road race.” The Optima Batteries/ ChumpCar World Series through ChumpCar is North America’s home for real, affordable, competitive endurance road racing. With these cheap cars, endurance races range from seven-hours to 24hours long...and someti m es even l o n ge r. ChumpCar has the distinction of holding the longest closed-course endurance road race in North America at 25 hours, 25 minutes and 25 seconds, and in 2013, 36 hours. The Optima Batteries ChumpCar World Series is an automobile racing series for production sports cars, general touring and sedan vehicles – both foreign and domestic. The key difference with other racing series is that, in ChumpCar, each car entered in the race must be valued at less than $500. While at least another $1,500 of safety equipment must be installed in the cars before they can compete in any event, the result is an extremely lowcost race car that doesn’t allow performance advantages over other cars in the field. The series stresses a
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Through Labor Day: Conneaut Historical Society Museum opens Conneaut Historical Society Museum, located at 501 Sandusky St., open Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.
Through Sept. 7: Outdoor Flea Market and Craft Show Outdoor Market every Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., rain or shine, at the Geneva-on-the-Lake Visitors Bureau, 5536 Lake Rd. For vendor space, call 440-466-8600.
June 1-Oct. 16: 1890 Historic Jefferson Depot Village tours Step back in time to 1890 as you enter the gates into the Historic 19th Century Jefferson Depot Village, 147 East Jefferson St. Costumed villagers give tours Saturday, Sunday 1-4 p.m., Monday, Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Bus and group tours, weddings and meetings welcome any time by appointment.
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The Bruce Transporters “Chumpty Dumptys.”
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July 1-31: Collection of Early Illustrated Children’s Books Visit the Victorian Perambulator Museum & Art Gallery, 26 E. Cedar St., in Jefferson from July 1-31 for an exhibit of Early Illustrated Children’s Books.
July 3-Aug. 28: Music In The Park Saybrook Township Park At 5941 Lake Road West, Ashtabula. Dinner available 6:15 pm, music at 7 p.m. A variety of music every Wednesday evening.
July 13-14: 25th Anniversary Celebration At the Victorian Perambulator Museum & Art Gallery, 26 E. Cedar St., Jefferson. Featuring new exhibits, free hot dogs and lemonade, ornament signing, music, chinese auction and surprises! $1 off admission both days.
July 13-14: Early America “LIVE” 1890 Reenactment at the Jefferson Depot, Inc., 147 E. Jefferson St. 1890 reenactment in 19th century villageTavern, House, Gen’l Store, School classes, Church, Pharmacy, Depot, Post Office. Early skills, make & take crafts, pastor on horseback Saturday at 11a.m., fashion show, organ concert, bandwagon,1890 food, entertainment, storyteller.
July 13: Ride for the Red Ashtabula County Chapter American Red Cross At Lake Shore Park in Ashtabula Township. 4th Annual See the Bruce Transporters “Chumpty Dumptys” race at the Bruce High Performance Ride for the Red benefits Ashtabula County Chapter Red Transporters/LCJDWF Grand Prix at the Nelson Ledges Road Course in Garrettsville, Cross disaster services. Coordinated by CMRO, this is a great tour ride which includes vendors, picnic lunch, bloodOhio, on Saturday, July 13. mobile, fun! casual, fun-filled weekend 10 p.m. Checker Flag For this Saturday’s race, of close, action-packed rac10:05 p.m. Post-race In- Bruce High Performance July 16: 2013 Lakefront Summer Concert ing that brings back the spection Transporters is running a Series 2013 Lakefront Summer Concert Series from the spirit of the 1950s and 10:30 p.m. Awards Cer- promotion to win tickets 1960s when racers focused emony & BBQ through Facebook. Visit its Geneva-on-the-Lake Visitors Bureau at Geneva Township on camaraderie, sportsThe Bruce High Perfor- Facebook page at Park. The Magic Buttons, polka, waltz and swing, will permanship and racing for mance Transporters/ w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m / form. Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair. Donations by pure enjoyment. LCJDWF Grand Prix will BruceHPT and click the pass the hat. “This series is for gear- help raise funds for the “Enter To Win” tab, where heads; for people who love Lake County JDWF, which you can fill out the entry July 20: Ashtabula Lighthouse & Preservation driving and driving fast. helps local families suffer- form and submit it. People Society Fish Fry Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser benefits the Ashtabula It’s not about gimmicks or ing from the effects of Type have a chance to win two theatrics. Rather, it’s for I Diabetes. sets of four VIP Guest Pit Lighthouse Preservation Society. 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Paddock tions by pass the hat. cheap...when Bondo beat Terry Mowery said. pass is $15, and pit pass is $25. carbon-fiber; when a cresThe LCJD Walk Family Can’t make the race? The July 27-28: Bandit Hold-Up Train At the AC&J Scenic Line, 161 E Jefferson St. Boarding cent wrench was the most was founded by Mowery, Lake County Juvenile Diabevaluable tool in your box; who suffers from diabetes tes Walk Family also will have Site. Meet some train bandits being chased by the local when home-made engineer- himself. Each year, the a booth at the Painesville sheriff. Give ‘em the gold, but hold on to your wives and ing made everyone sit up “family” continues to grow Party in the Park on July 19- children - they have been known to take both. A great famand take notice; and when and consistently raises over 21, among other events. 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Order tulips now to ‘Plant the Town Pink’ but knowing the risk factors and getting regular screenings can make a difference. The pink tulips blooming in the spring are a reminder to get that screening. Ashtabula County Medical Center offers digital mammography, the latest technology that results in a better image for the physician to review and on which to base his or her diagnosis. Having a digital mammogram is essentially the same as having a conventional film mammogram. A digital exam requires the same compression as an analog exam; however, the technology is fast so patients spend less time in uncomfortable positions. And, instead of using X-ray film, the equipment is similar to a digital camera and stores the images electronically. Since there is no waiting for film to be developed, the technologist
can evaluate the quality of the images as they are taken. The image brightness, darkness, or contrast can all be adjusted so the technologist can more easily distinguish between tissue and cancerous cells. Previously, if a shadow was seen on an image, a second mammogram had to be scheduled. The new technology ends that. The digital image can also be magnified after the mammogram is complete, which makes it easier to see subtle differences between tissues. ACMC’s digital mammography units are also equipped to perform stereotactic breast biopsy, a less invasive way to retrieve suspicious cells. For more information about Plant the Town Pink, or to order your tulips, call the ACMC Foundation at 440-997-6607.
ACMC Healthcare System moves up Top Workplace ranking For the third year in a row, ACMC Healthcare System has been ranked a Top Workplace in northea st Ohi o . T h i s y e a r, ACMC ranked 14th on the list, moving up 11 spots from last year. The ranking was revealed in the June 16th edition of the Cleveland Plain Dealer and at Cleveland.com. The Top Workplace rankings are derived directly from the responses employees provide on a survey administered by Workplace Dynamics. ACMC was ranked with other for-profit and non-profit businesses with 500 or more employees. The rankings reflect how employees view their workplace based on statements such as:
“My job makes me feel like I am part of something meaningful.” “I feel genuinely appreciated at this company.” “I have confidence in the leader of this company.” “My pay is fair for the work I do.” When describing work at ACMC, one word that was frequently repeated was “family.” The Plain Dealer website offered this quote from an ACMC Caregiver, “Everyone I work with is like my family. I care about them and I know they care about me. I feel my job is challenging and that my manager feels I’m up for it.” Other comments focused o n h o w wo r k a t A C M C helped Caregivers feel like they were making a differ-
ence in people’s lives. The website quoted another ACMC Caregiver, who said, “I feel I am genuinely helping people. My co-workers are good people who want to make a difference, and this hospital is stepping up to provide the best care humanly possible.” ACMC Healthcare System President and CEO Michael Habowski said this recognition is meaningful to the organization and to the communities served. “This recognition tells me three things. First, our Caregivers believe in what we’r e doi ng. Our achievement is a direct result of what our staff said about the organization. That’s powerful. Second, our pat i ent s r ec ei ve a
higher level of care, because that care is being given by employees who support our mission, vision and goals. And, third, it helps put Ashtabula County on the map and gives our communities recognition throughout the Northeast Ohio region.” ACMC Healthcare System has appeared on the Top Workplaces list each of the three years it has participated in the survey program. Previous rankings were 23rd on the 2011 Top Workplaces list, and 25th on the 2012 Top Workplaces list. The ACMC Healthcare System includes Ashtabula County Medical Center, Ashtabula Regional Home Health, Glenbeigh and The Ashtabula Clinic.
Ashtabula County online students join National Honor Society ECOT distinguishes students in Ashtabula County for superior academic achievements The Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow (ECOT) recognizes Mary Burless from Rock Creek, Victoria Pullman from Ashtabula, and Kaitlynn Young from Rock Creek for recently being inducted into the National Honor Society. ECOT is an online public school serving more than 15,000 Ohio students. Students in grades K-12 learn at home and attend virtual classrooms through their computer. Founded in February 2010, ECOT’s Jeffrey P. Forster Chapter of the National Honor Society has welcomed nearly 335 members to date. Of those members, nearly 70 students were chosen for induction this year.
All demonstrating merit in the areas of character, scholarship, leadership, and service, the school’s current National Honor Society members are heavily involved both inside and outside of the classroom. Some students even partake in the Post-Secondary Enrollment Option, where they attend high school and college at the same time. Members also spend their time completing various service projects within their communities. “These students demonstrate worthiness by overcoming challenges in the classroom and sharing their devotion with the community,” said Superintendent James Thomas. “We are eager to recognize students who achieve such high measures of success here at ECOT.” ECOT was started in 2000 by Bill Lager. Based in Columbus, Ohio, ECOT is the first and largest online school in the country. The virtual school has more than 15,000 students enrolled across Ohio and recently had the single-largest graduating class in America.
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ASHTABULA - The community is invited to help Beatitude House celebrate one year of serving homeless women and children in Ashtabula. They will host a 1st Birthday Party on Friday, July 19, 2013, from 3 -6 p.m. at Beatitude House located at 3404 Lake Avenue, behind Our Lady of Peace Parish in Ashtabula. A short program will be held at 3:45 p.m. Sponsors for the event include, Kent State University Ashtabula Branch, Nassief Auto Group, Northwest Savings Bank, Marianne Sezon/Eddie’s Grill, Ashtabula County Medical Center, Ron and Karen Borkes, Andover Bank, Knights of Columbus Council 360, Guerriero Funeral Home and Giant Eagle Ashtabula. Over the course of the last year, Beatitude House has served 20 women and 26 children. They are excited to share the accomplishments of these women and children, which include attending educational programs, securing employment, opening savings accounts, participating in enrichment activities, obtaining driver’s licenses and finding permanent housing. They invite the community to come celebrate with their families and hear first-hand the positive impact Beatitude House has had on the lives of women and children in Ashtabula. In addition to celebrating the achievements of their families, the community will have the opportunity to meet their new Executive Director, Sr. Janet Gardner. Prior to coming to Beatitude House, Sr. Janet served as General Minister for the Sisters of St. Francis of the Providence of God where she oversaw and coordinated ministries in 22 locations. She has a Master’s of Social Work from the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. and belongs to the Association of Certified Social Workers. Additionally, her background in transitional and supportive housing programs, as well as her experience with direct service and administration, will inform her understanding of Beatitude House and the vulnerable population they serve. Beatitude House is committed to serving all disadvantaged women and children. By creating homes, providing educational opportunities and fostering healthy families, they provide women and children with the opportunity to transform their lives. To learn more about how you can help, visit www.beatitude house.com.
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Cam Cannady pitches for Madison during an All-Star game against Perry.
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Scott Hunt plays third base for Perry during a Junior League All-Star game against Madison.
Tate Sorber plays shortstop for the Madison Junior League All-Star team during a game against Perry.
Jacob Nesselrotte pitches for Perry during a Junior Corbin Anthony bats for the League All-Star game Madison Junior League AllStar team. against Perry.
Eric Smogyi bats for the Perry Junior League All-Star team.
Madison scores early in win over Perry BY BYRON C. WESSELL Gazette Newspapers
the second inning by Jacob Nesselrotte. Madison used a seven MADISON – The Madi- run first inning to help them son junior league All-Star advance to play Jefferson. wasted no time in picking The first seven batters up a 15-1 win over the Perry reached for Madison in the junior league All-Stars. first inning. Tate Sorber Madison was fresh off a singled and stole second tough defeat against base to start the game. Cam Ashtabula, but rebounded Cannady followed with a quickly for the big win. Cam walk and Ethan Wiley Cannady started on the reached on an error allowmound for Madison and ing Sorber to score. Corbin pitched most of the game Anthony followed with an before he was relieved by RBI single and Wiley also Ethan Wiley with two outs scored on another error. and the bases loaded in the Anthony went on to steal bottom of the 5th inning. two bases and scored on a Jacob Peteritis started for passed ball, 4-0. Madison Perry, but was relieved in kept the runs coming as
Payton Pierce made it to second on an error, stole third base and scored on a passed ball. Jeff Brasson and Noah Burkettt each walked in the inning and also scored to up the lead to 7-0. Cam Cannady worked around a single to Scott Hunt in the first inning as Madison looked to put the game away early. Jacob Nesselrotte entered to pitch for Perry in the second inning as Corbin Anthony walked, stole two bases and scored the only run in the inning. Perry had a pair of base runners in the second in-
ning, but both were eventually picked off. Brett Shell walked in the inning and Dakota Gilbert was hit by a pitch. Madison added four more runs in the third inning to take a commanding 12-0 lead. Noah Burkett walked, stole second, went to third on a wild pitch and scored on a passed ball. Seth Moyer also walked in the inning and later scored on a single by Tate Sorber. Cam Cannady kept the inning going with another walk and both runners scored on passed balls, making it 12-0. Hunter Voss-Head was
Jefferson All-Stars prepare for tournament
the only Perry batter to reach in the third inning as he walked and stole a base. Cannady was able to get out of the inning with the shutout still intact with a strike out and a ground out. Jacob Thompson entered to pitch for Perry in the fourth inning. Jacob Gerhardt walked and went on to score on a wild pitch in the inning. Cannady used a double play to help him get out of the fourth inning after Thompson reached on an error. Tate Sorber and Cam Cannady hit back-to-back singles in the fifth inning. Sorber went on to score on an error, while Cannady scored on a passed ball.
Tyler Norris reached on an error in the inning and scored on an RBI groundout by Clay Smith. Madison went into the bottom half of the fifth inning leading 16-0. Dakota Gilbert and Doug Jastredowski reached on errors for Perry in the fifth inning. Eric Smogyi was hit by a pitch to load the bases with two outs. Scott Hunt then drove in Perry’s only run with an RBI single. Ethan Wiley entered to pitch for Madison with two outs and the bases loaded in the fifth inning. Wiley ended the game with a strike out as Madison advanced with a final score of 16-1.
Kent shoots hole-in-one
Donovan Leininger practices his swing for the Jefferson minor league All-Stars. PHOTOS BY BYRON C. WESSELL
Ethan Butcher, Braydon Throop and Zach Ashba wait to hit in the batting cages during a minor league All-Star pratice.
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Ethan Jones works on his stance during a minor league All-Star practice. Benjamin Gramsz pitches during recent minor league All-Star practice.
Andrew Hamper practices his pitches during a minor league AllStar practice.
Chuck Kent, of North Kingsville shot a hole-in-one on his belated Father’s Day outing June 23 with sons, Greg and Jayson, and son-in law, Josh Morrison, at Village Green Golf Course, North Kingsville, at the seventh hole. The shoot was 141 yards made with a 9-wood and a Nike ball. It was Kent’s first hole-in-one.
Lakeside Football Golf Outing to be rescheduled By Byron Wessell Gazette Newspapers ASHTABULA - The 1st Annual Lakeside Football Golf Outing has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 20th. The 18 hole, four perP.J. Modzelewski catches during a minor leauge All-Star son scramble is taking place at Maple Ridge Golf Course. practice.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Cost for scramble is $60 per person and includes door prizes, awards and a steak dinner. All proceeds benefit the Lakeside Dragon football program. For more information call Coach Hall, at 813-1434.
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Jefferson bounces back after opening loss
Starzz go undefeated; win Road Runner Rendezvous
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Jon Gildersleeve pitches for the United junior league AllStars.
Spencer Jones plays shortstop for the Jefferson All-Stars.
BY BYRON C. WESSELL Gazette Newspapers JEFFERSON - The Jefferson junior league team hosted the United team in a recent All-Star game. Both teams entered with a loss in the double elimination tournament. Dan Sartor started on the mound for Jefferson and pitched all seven innings with ten strikeouts. United was able to put up two runs in the first inning, but Sartor recovered to pitch a solid game. Miki Shuttleworth was the first runner of the game for United as he reached on an error. Josh Nuyen followed with a tworun homerun to center field to give United a 2-0 lead. Jon Gildersleeve also doubled in the inning, but Sartor got out of it with a groundout and a strikeout. Jefferson answered in the bottom of the second inning with three runs of their own. Spencer Jones started the rally with a one-out single. Jon Gildersleeve then picked up the second out of the inning on the mound for United. However, Mason Swiney helped Jefferson start a two out rally with an RBI single. Swiney stole second base and scored after two passed balls. Jefferson loaded the bases with three straight walks to Tony Gattarrello, Austin Norris and Ethan Moore. Gattarrello would steal a pair of bases in the inning and he too scored on a passed ball, making it 32. Sartor went on to pitch back-to-back one-twothree innings in the second and third, including four more strikeouts. Gildersleeve also settled down with his own one-two-three inning in the second.
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The Willoughby Starzz- Bayer 16u Travel team went undefeated and recently won the Road Runner Rendezvous championship game in Wheeling, West Virginia. BY BYRON C. WESSELL Gazette Newspapers WILLOUGHBY -The Willoughby Starzz - Bayer 16u Travel Team went undefeated and won the championship game at the Road Runner Rendezvous in Wheeling WV; the team is headed to play in the Cinderella Dan Sartor pitches for the Jefferson junior league All-Stars during a game against United. Jefferson added to their fifth inning. Sartor also lead in the third inning de- worked around a single to spite a double play by Miki Shuttleworth in the United center fielder Sam sixth inning. Strmac. Garrett Osborne Jefferson tacked on a started the inning with a run in the fifth inning afwalk and Mason Swiney ter a walk and stolen base singled. Tony Gattarrello by Dan Sartor. Garrett then hi t a fly ball to Osborne reached on an erStrmac who doubled up r or al l owi ng Sar t or t o Osborne at second base. score. Austin Norris kept the inJefferson added two ning going with an RBI more runs in the sixth insingle. After a walk to ning to take a commanding Ethan Moore and a hit bat- 11-2 lead. Chase Wilber ter, Mason Gillespie singled in the inning but walked in a run, increasing was erased when Cyrus the lead to 5-2. Vance reached on a Sam Strmac singled and dropped infield fly. Josh stole two bases for United Fink walked to extend the in the fourth inning, but he i nni ng for Jeffer s on. was caught stealing home Wilber went on to score on to end the inning. a balk and Fink was able Spencer Jones doubled to score on a passed ball. to start the fourth inning Cameron Deluca picked for Jefferson, stole third up a single in the seventh base and scored on an over- inning off of Sartor and throw. Garrett Osborne scored the final run of the and Mason Swiney both game on an RBI single by walked in the inning and Jacob Wilms. scored on a single by AusJefferson picked up the tin N o rr i s . M i k i 11-3 win and advanced to Shuttleworth relieved face the loser of Perry and Gildersleeve in the fourth Madison. inning with two outs and the score at 8-2. Sartor continued his good performance on the mound with another onetwo-three inning in the
Ride 4 thEM approaching BY BYRON WESSELL Gazette Newspapers Andover — The Ride 4 thEM 5K Run/Walk, returns to Pymatuning State Park Main Beach on July 27th. This event is a part of a larger event including: 100 mile bike ride, 25 mile bike ride, sand volleyball tournament, duathlon (5k run+25 mile bike ride), motorcycle run, kid’s bike challenge and safety zone, children and Tween activities, Chinese Auction, 50/50 Raffle, Food and More. Ride 4 thEM was established to make a difference in the lives of families stricken by the financial burdens of caring for a child with a life threatening illness. Sponsors this year are Second Sole Mentor, and Greater Cleveland XC. Proceeds benefit the Micah Self family of Rome, Mason Thorr family of Kingsville and Abby Breckenridge family of Linesville, PA. New for 2013 - the 5K Race has an on-line registration option and cash prizes for the top overall finisher in both the men’s and women’s
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Kory Piorkowski and Steve Arsuclic get ready to ride during last year’s Ride 4 thEM 25-mile Bike Ride. divisions ($25 + $25 gift certificate to Second Sole Mentor for first place). All events begin at the Pymatuning State Park – Main Beach Area, 5354 Pymatuning Lake Road, Andover. Registration starts at 8 a.m. with the race starting at 9 a.m. Same-day registration opens at 7:30 a.m. and closes at 8:50 a.m. People who reg-
ister before July 14 will receive a participant T-shirt. Registration forms are available at Andover Public Library, Second Sole Mentor, Pymatuning State Park, and also on the race’s Facebook page. A short promotional video can be found on You Tube at “Ride 4 thEM 2013”. On-line registration is also available, for a small service charge, at raceit.com.
Local Scoreboard 9-10 Baseball All-Stars United Red 13, PV LL 0 Grand Valley 10, United Gray 5 United Red 11, Grand Valley 0 Ashtabula 14, Conneaut 9 Conneaut 12, Perry 1 Madison 7, Jefferson 5 Perry LL 13, PV LL 0 Perry LL 8, United Graey 4 Conneaut 4, Jefferson 0
11-12 Baseball All-Stars Josh Nuyen bats for the Ethan Moore bats for Jefferson during a junior league United All-Stars during a All-Star game against United. Catching for United is junior league All-Star game Cameron Deluca. against Jefferson.
Classic Tournament in North Ridgeville OH this weekend. The team players are: Natalie Arnold, Ashley Bayer, Jenna Bayer, Mary Kate Carney, Jordan Dassatti, Morgan Hodge, Olivia Lucrezi, Olivia Mancisio, Courtney Pzeracki, Jamie Vargo, and Kayla Zarbock with coaches Bob and Jen Bayer.
Madison 10, Conneaut 3 Jefferson 12, Pymatuning 0 Perry 13, Grand Valley 2 Ashtabula 4, United 2 Madison 7, Jefferson 5 Ashtabula 3, Perry 0
Ashtabula 11, Madison 10 Pymatuning 9, Conneaut 7 United 12, Grand Valley 6 Perry 7, Pymatuning 1 Jefferson 9, United 6
Junior League All-Stars Grand Valley 10, Ashtabula 5 Jefferson 9, Madison 7 Jefferson 9, Ashtabula 8 Madison 11, Perry 1
11-12 Softball All-Stars Conneaut 11, Asthabula 1 Conneaut 20, United LL 0 United 13, Pymatuning 3 United LL 6, Ashtabula 4
Agriculture Rain, Rain and more rain
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Nathan Paskey from the Ashtabula County Soil & Water Conservation District will be one of the featured speakers for this year’s Summer Pond Clinic to be held on July 24, 2013.
AGRICULTURAL AGENT COMMENTS by David Marrison OSU Extension Agent Hello, Ashtabula County! Rain, rain, and more rain. So far the growing season of 2013 has been a wash for area farmers. I am glad to see drier weather in the forecast for this weekend. As I traveled across the region the crop conditions range from excellent to very poor. Many areas have good crops but in areas that at are poorly drained corn and beans are yellow and stunted. This is due primarily to lack of oxygen in saturated soils. Some of those areas received over 15 inches of rain during the month of June. Producers in some cases have been unable to apply nitrogen on corn and are also facing late season weed control. Thousands of acres of hay need baled. We need a nice stretch of weather for the remainder of July to turn things around. Only time will tell. Speaking of water…OSU Extension and the Ashtabula County Soil & Water Conservation District will be hosting a Summer Pond Clinic on
Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at the Friedstrom Farm in Plymouth Township from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This farm is located off of Freedom Lane east of the Smolen-Gulf Covered Bridge. During this clinic, participants will learn about managing their ponds from area pond experts. The topics which will be discussed include nuisance wildlife management, fish management, managing pond weeds, and the installation and maintenance of dry hydrants. Time will also be allotted for questions from attendees. The speakers for this event include: Nathan Paskey & Jim Welker from the Ashtabula County Soil and Water Conservation District; Jason Hadsell and Curt Wagner from the Division of Wildlife; and yours truly, David Marrison from OSU Extension. There is no charge for attendance; however reservations are requested so that adequate program materials can be made. Call the Ashtabula County Soil & Water Conservation District at 440-5764946 or OSU Extension at 440576-9008 to reserve your spot. When you reserve your spot a detail program flyer will be mailed or emailed so participants will have proper directions to the pond clinic. This is especially important since State Road is closed east of Route 11. This clinic will be held outdoors. Please dress for the weather as it will be held rain or shine. And given this year, you better plan for rain! Participants are encouraged to bring a lawn chairs or a blanket. Ashtabula County Twilight Pond Clinics are a real institution! These pond clinics are always fun and informative. I hope to see you there!
What is this pond weed? Attend the pond clinic on July 24, 2013 and learn what this and many other weeds are! A small steering committee met earlier today to discuss starting a Woodlands Interest group. Similar groups have been started in other areas of Ohio will much success. We are looking at providing education programs for owners of woodlands. These programs could include tours of local successful managed woodlots and workshops on topics of local interest like timber stand improvement, tree planting, how to become an Ohio Tree farm, taxes and woodlots, and controlling invasive weeds. If you are interested in these types of programs, contact our office at 440-576-9008 or by email at marrison.2@osu.edu and we will add you to our mailing list for these programs. To close today’s column I would like to share a quote from Charles Dudley Warner who stated, “Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it.” Have a good and safe day! David Marrison is Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Ohio State University Extension. Mr. Marrison can be reached at 440-576-9008 or marrison.2@osu.edu
Last weekend’s Antique Engine Show in Wayne brought out a lot of spectators to see antique tractors.
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Garden Reflections by the Ashtabula County Master Gardeners Master Gardeners are always warning home gardeners to be cautious in their use of insecticides. Certainly there are times when the big guns must be used on damaging infestations in the home landscape, but the possibility of collateral damage must always be considered. This collateral damage includes beneficials, predatory insects that kill the “bad guys,” and also insects that may be doing damage but are actually insects we want to save. An example of each is Cotesia congregatus and Danaus plexippus. The former is a kind of Braconid wasp; the latter, our regal monarch butterfly. The Braconidae is a wasp family that befriends both home gardeners and commercial producers. Unless trapped or otherwise mishandled, they generally don’t sting humans. So tiny that they are typically overlooked in the garden, they are rarely over a half inch long. Nevertheless, these tiny little beneficials are an important biological control against thousands of other insect species. They are parasitoids, parasites that kill their hosts. When those hosts are aphids, stink bugs, bark beetles and tomato hornworms, these parasitoids are beneficial indeed. Tomato growers are now scouting for hornworms in the vegetable garden. Difficult to spot because of their green coloration, they can defoliate much of a plant overnight. They hatch in less than a week from eggs deposited under leaves by the five-spotted hawkmoth. When found, they should be plucked off the plant and terminated however the gardener finds most satisfying. But if they are traveling with a collect i on of whi t e, egg-l i k e bulbs on their back, they should be left alone. Those are, in fact, the cocoons of the aforementioned Braconid wasp. The female wasp deposits eggs under the skin of the host, and when the larvae hatch, they will literally eat the hor nwor m al i ve, t hen crawl out through the caterpillar ’s skin whey they are fully mature. Once outside, the future wasps spin tiny oval cocoons that look like insect
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A tomato hornworm carries the cocoons of a parasitical Braconid wasp on its back. eggs along the external back and sides of the worm. When the adult wasps emerge from the cocoons, the already weakened hornworm will soon die, thus preventing any further defoliation on tomato plants. The wasps will then mate and seek out other hornworms on which to lay their eggs, thus completing a lovely parasitical life cycle. So when you find a hornworm with these hitchhikers on its back, let it be! That hornworm is feeding the future assassins of its own family, and is, itself, a goner anyway. Likewise, if you find scary-looking caterpillars with black and white and yellow bands devouring your butterfly weed, don’t spray it with bug killer. Those are baby monarch butterflies! The monarch larvae feed on all Asclepias (members of the milkweed family), sometimes devouring entire plants. But that’s a small price to pay for the lovely creature that will emerge from the chrysalis of its voracious caterpillar form. Female monarchs lay their eggs on the leaves of milkweed during the spring and summer. After four days, the eggs hatch and the tiny larvae first eat their egg cases, then the milkweed leaves. They grow and molt through five instars (caterpillar stages) until they pupate and metamorphose into butterflies. A new census found this winter ’s population of North American monarch butterflies in Mexico was
at the lowest level ever measured. Additionally, Scientific American reported in June that the butterflies’ numbers have plummeted over the last two decades. One cause for the decline could be the logging of Mexican forests, where monarchs spend the winter. Another cause could easily be the rise in genetically engineered crops, specifically Roundupready corn and soybeans. The use of Roundup on those crops and the sharpest rise in crop production since World War II has essentially eliminated milkweed from major monarch habitat in North America. The answer? Quit spraying and plant milkweed! Asclepias come in a wide range of plants with different heights and habits and flowers. And a garden full of milkweed will produce not only lovely blooms but beautiful butterflies. When we limit our use of potentially dangerous insecticides to only targeted pests and only when absolutely necessary, we save beneficials and otherwise harmless insects. We also make our home landscape a safer place for kids and pets! In 2013 the Ashtabula County Master Gardeners will be writing about plants, insects, and gardening practices with which some readers may be unfamiliar. The members of the group encourage you to send questions that you would like answered in this column to 39 Wall S treet, Jef f erson, Ohio 44047.
The caterpillars eating this butterfly weed may look scary, but soon they will change into beautiful monarch butterflies.
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