BCF executive director: The time to help others is now
JOSH GORDON, Barberton Community Foundation director If you’ve been up with the news, you are likely aware that some of the consequences of the extended federal government shutdown are beginning to show up in communities across the country, including here in Barberton. Specifically, I am referring to some of our neighbors who are experiencing food…
Read MoreMable “Midge” Patterson, 83
With heavy hearts, we share that our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Mable “Midge” Patterson, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Even as she battled Alzheimer’s disease for several years, her kind and loving spirit remained constant. Midge passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the care and comfort of her family. Though…
Read MoreRed maple planted in memory of ‘Red Tails’
PHOTOS BY TIM YEAGER City workers plant a Red Sunset Maple Tree for members of the Celtic Club and others at Lake Anna in honor of the Tuskegee Airmen – the Red Tails – America’s first Black fighter pilots in World War II. From left, John Collver (Celtic Club Vice President), Pastor Rodney Bowden and…
Read MoreDale Cameron, 67
Dale E. Cameron “Gone fishing…forever casting memories” It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dale Cameron, 67, of Barberton, Ohio — a man whose life was nothing short of a blessing to all who knew him, leaving an impression on our hearts for generations to come. Dale was born to Arvella…
Read MoreCelestia Theater becomes music hot spot in Wadsworth
PHOTOS PROVIDED The former O.J. Work Auditorium, now called The Celestia Theater, operated by the Wadsworth Square Foundation, sold out opening night. By EMILY CANNING-DEAN | BGNN staff writer WADSWORTH The many months of work restoring the former O.J. Work Auditorium to its 1920s glory seems to have paid off. Now known as The Celestia…
Read MoreBarberton fixture listed for auction
BGNN staff report BARBERTON A century-old institution has been listed for auction Jan. 8. The Coffee Pot, a beloved breakfast spot at 205 Second St. NW, which was recognized in 2023 by Barberton Mayor William Judge for celebrating 100 years in the city, has been listed for sale for more than a year and some…
Read MoreJim Dennison, 87
Jim Dennison, age 87, of Medina, formerly of Norton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at UH Portage Medical Center in Ravenna, following a period of declining health. Jim was born on February 5, 1938, in Lodi, Ohio, to Leo and Lola (Bowman) Dennison. He was a 1956 graduate of Wadsworth High School.…
Read MoreWilliam A. Rogers, 72
William A. Rogers, 72, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Bill was born on Sunday, January 18, 1953 in Chicago, IL to the late Truman and Dorothy (Hampe) Rogers. He proudly served his country in the US Navy. Bill enjoyed cooking, traveling and watching television. He had a great love for his family. In…
Read MoreSamuel “Sam” H. Holt Jr., 86
Samuel “Sam” H. Holt Jr., 86, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026. He was born on October 2, 1939 in Oakland, California and was a resident of Barberton for 70 years. Sam was a retired plumber and an avid pool player. Preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Carol and son, Mark. …
Read MoreCommon Threads gets boost thanks to Central Christian
PHOTO BY CHRISTINA McCUNE | Gazette & News Central Christian students and staff traveled from Kidron to Common Threads in Barberton for Community Service Day. Cindy Bach, front left, said the timing was great because students helped them sort items, and also make meatballs for a fundraiser during the Barberton Mum Festival. By CHRISTINA McCUNE…
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