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ASHTABULA - A group of women walked away with new designer handbags on Friday, Nov. 8, as they gathered at the Andrus Banquet Center to raise funds for Junior Achievement of Ashtabula County.
Designer Bag Bingo has become a popular fundraiser for Junior Achievement, with the event being held twice a year.

EASTLAKE – The Sept. 26 Oktoberfest at the American-Croatian Lodge in Eastlake included a special celebration - Eddie Rodick, Jr.’s 50 years of playing Polka music.
“His family was present, all of his friends and followers,” said Paula Price of 100 Youth That Care. “We had about 300 people attend for the night.”
Rodick was presented with a plaque and served his favorite cake, Black Forest.

LAKE COUNTY – Another November election is over and, overall, only one third of the county’s 152,665 registered voters came to the polls to vote.

LAKE COUNTY – The Lake County Board of Commissioners took another step to making it easier for contractors and developers to do projects in Lake County.

LAKE COUNTY – Lake County Job and Family Services Director Matt Battiato told the Board of Commissioners Oct. 24 about a special speaker who recently addressed students.

LAKE COUNTY – The Ohio Department of Health has reported few hospitalizations due to influenza so far. However, it is just the start of the flu season. People who have not yet received a flu vaccine should do so now, before it starts spreading, since it takes about two weeks for the vaccine to take effect.

PAINESVILLE – Council held first reading Nov. 4 on an ordinance which would approve an agreement with the Lake County Board of Commissioners to have the county building inspectors take over city commercial and residential inspections.

PAINESVILLE – This year, Painesville’s Holiday Shop & Stroll will be on Thursday, Nov. 21 from 5 – 9 p.m. People can catch a ride on Mr. Trolley, shop at numerous shops for specials and free items until they are shopped out and ready to relax.

ASHTABULA, OHIO - Kent State University at Ashtabula will host a viewing of Fire in the Heartland: Kent State, May 4, and Student Protest in America”, a 2010 selection to the Cleveland Film Festival, in the Main Hall Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19.  The event is free and open to the public. 

Emily Cevera and Julianne Sheldon, both of St. John, were named the girls tennis co-county players of the year for the 2019 tennis season. Cevera finished the year 25-1 at first singles after going 22-6 during her junior season.

JEFFERSON - Dog licenses are an important way to protect your pet and fund the Ashtabula County Dog Warden and local shelters.

ASHTABULA - A new option for adult men battling addiction issues has opened its doors in Ashtabula.

Ashtabula County’s Lakehouse Inn and Winery among the recipients

GENEVA-ON-THE-LAKE - Five Ohio wineries were honored by Scenic Ohio during a special reception at the Lodge and Conference Center on Friday, Nov. 8.

RICHMOND TOWNSHIP– A majority of discussion was focused on ditching and road work, as well as fencing the perimeter of the cemetery on Lake Road on Monday, Nov. 11, during Richmond Township Trustees’ monthly meeting at the town hall.(From Nov. 15 edition).

The Perry Pirates advanced in the Division IV, Region 13 high school playoffs with a lopsided win over the visiting Indians. Perry led 42-0 at halftime and went on to win 48-7. With the win Perry improved to 11-0 on the season and will face CVCA.

JEFFERSON – In honor of Veterans Day, fifth graders from Jefferson Elementary School invited family members who served in the military to the school’s annual Veterans Feast Dinner on Thursday, Nov. 7.

GENEVA - Geneva students honored our nation’s heroes with an array of in-school events and programs on Veterans Day. World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War veterans were feted as well as veterans of conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

JAMESTOWN – After two years of remodeling the back section of her ice cream shop, Jamestown Hunger Buster, at its location of 125 Liberty Street in Jamestown, Pa., now has a bakery open, as well as a deli for the community to check out this fall and winter, followed by years to come.(From Nov. 15 edition).

Ashtabula County Metroparks: For fun, for health, for life

ASHTABULA - Veterans of Ashtabula County served by the Feed Our Vets Ashtabula food pantry won’t have to worry about their Thanksgiving dinner this holiday season, thanks to the food pantry’s recent team up with the Elite Employment Center.

TJ Furman takes over as the head coach of the Jefferson Falcons girls’ basketball team. The Falcons finished last year 12-12 and 6-8 in the NE8 conference. Furman was hired last spring to take over for Steve Locy.

ANDOVER – Indulge your sweet tooth while being reminded of the reason for season this year by stopping in during Andover United Methodist Church’s 9:30 a.m. service on Sunday, Dec. 15, for the Christmas play, “Candy Cane Lane.” (From Nov. 15 edition).

GENEVA - Geneva Area Safety Forces has started its Share a Christmas program for the 30th year.

GENEVA-ON-THE-LAKE - The Village of Geneva on the Lake did not get the support it was seeking from voters for an additional levy of 4.5 mills over the next five years for parks and recreation.

ANDOVER – Mark your calendars, as PV Junior Class is hosting their second annual craft and vendor show this year from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23, at Pymatuning Valley High School in Andover.(From Nov.15 edition).

WAYNE TOWNSHIP – Gratitude for the passing of a 2-mill ambulance levy, along with the noting of two grants made up the majority of discussion on Monday, Nov. 11, during Wayne Township trustees’ monthly meeting that evening.(From Nov. 14 edition).

ROCK CREEK – Shawn Burns, current mayor and Rock Creek resident for 25 years has won re-election to the mayor seat in Rock Creek.

ORWELL – Residents of the Orwell and Grand Valley region took to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 5 to vote for two candidates for Grand Valley Board of Education.

ORWELL – Members of the Orwell community took to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 5 and passed Issue 34, a permanent improvement levy for Grand Valley Schools.

SAYBROOK TOWNSHIP - The Ashtabula Area City Schools Board of Education will have two new members - both former employees of the school district.

WINDSOR – If you are looking for the perfect place to host a formal gathering, or if you and that special someone are in search of the perfect spot to tie the romantic knot, then you may want to keep your sights set on a brand new wedding and event venue in Windsor, dubbed The Barn at Hart’s Grove.

The Perry Pirates finished the regular season 10-0 and again won the Chagrin Valley Conference Chagrin Division title. It’s the fourth straight outright title for the Pirates.