ONTARIO — Local talent was on display at Richland Mall on Friday during the sixth annual “Bringing the Elements Together Art and Talent Exhibition.” Numerous individuals supported by Richland Newhope had the opportunity to showcase their creativity and artistic expression. “This event not only gives those we support a chance to showcase their abilities, it […]
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2016 Division IV Regional Final: St. Peter’s vs. Lincolnview
DSC_1484.jpg DSC_1485.jpg DSC_1486.jpg DSC_1489.jpg DSC_1491.jpg DSC_1494.jpg DSC_1499.jpg DSC_1500.jpg DSC_1501.jpg DSC_1502.jpg DSC_1503.jpg DSC_1508.jpg DSC_1509.jpg DSC_1512.jpg DSC_1516.jpg DSC_1517.jpg DSC_1518.jpg DSC_1520.jpg DSC_1522.jpg DSC_1523.jpg DSC_1526.jpg DSC_1527.jpg DSC_1529.jpg DSC_1530.jpg St. Peter’s Jared Jakubick prepares for the opening tip of Friday’s Division IV regional championship game against Van Wert Lincolnview at Bowling Green State University’s Stroh Center. DSC_1534.jpg DSC_1537.jpg DSC_1538.jpg DSC_1539.jpg […]
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Easter egg hunts, special events planned across area
MANSFIELD — Richland County is host to a number of Easter egg hunts and events this season. Here’s a list of upcoming events put on by local communities, organizations and businesses. Bellville: The village’s Easter egg hunt, sponsored by Country Meadows, will be held Friday, March 25 from 10-11 a.m. at American Legion Park, 77 […]
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Raising Richland encourages community gardening
MANSFIELD – As the weather slowly turns to spring, gardeners of all skill levels gathered at the Raising Richland Community Garden Summit on Thursday evening to prepare for the season. Gardening exhibits and educational speakers welcomed attendees, introducing a number of resources available to Richland County gardeners. Jean Taddie, garden and local foods program coordinator […]
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Galion council member Sarah Capretta resigns
GALION — One of Galion’s City Council members, Sarah Capretta, resigned Thursday afternoon, effective immediately. Capretta, who served on council’s First Ward seat, said she delivered a letter to Clerk of Council Julie Bell Thursday afternoon, who subsequently wrote an email announcing to council members of her resignation. The letter is attached to this story […]
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Portion of Westwood Avenue closed for water main repairs
MANSFIELD — Due to water main repairs the City of Mansfield has closed the following road while work is being completed. Westwood Avenue between Highland Avenue and Maple Street. Barring any unforeseen problems the road is expected to be re-opened by the end of the workday March 18, 2016. Construction signs will be posted at […]
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Richland Academy School of Excellence moving to new location
MANSFIELD – Students at Richland Academy School of Excellence (RASE) will start next school year in a brand-new building. Superintendent Sandra Sutherland confirmed that the school has officially closed on its new property located at 1456 Park Ave. West, with plans to start the 2016-2017 school year in the new space. The new building will offer […]
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John Loch
John W. Loch, 82, of Mansfield, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2016 following a lengthy illness. John was born on March 30, 1933 in Mansfield to George and Margaret (Rorick) Loch. He enjoyed being with his family and he enjoyed being at the Arbors at Mifflin. He is survived by six siblings, George (Betty) […]
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Clifford McGinty
Clifford E. McGinty, 94, of Mansfield passed away March 10, 2016 at home with his family by his side. Clifford was born August 9, 1921 in Mansfield to Robert and Evelyn Soules McGinty. While working at Empire Steel he was drafted and joined the United States Army where he worked as a railroad brakeman during […]
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Clear Fork board approves move to MOAC, awaits March 15 levy results
BELLVILLE – The Clear Fork Board of Education elected Thursday night to move their sports programs to the Mid Ohio Athletic Conference (MOAC) by a 4-1 vote. The recommendation pulls them out of the Ohio Cardinal Conference (OCC) after the 2016-17 season. Clear Fork board members then weighed health risks for a summer FFA trip. […]