Coalition of Concerned Christians – Serving meals and love for 40 years
Anita Buskey is one of the founding members of the coalition that has offered a free weekly meal in Barberton since 1985. Mike Moore, president of the Coalition of Concerned Christians, speaks at the 40th anniversary celebration of the organization last month. Ralph Conrad, treasurer, and crew chief for Prince of Peace Church, provided a…
Read MoreNo decisions yet in Barberton school cuts
By BOB MOREHEAD BGNN senior staff writer BARBERTON Facing a pending $9.2 million deficit brought on by a mix of inflation, state cuts and local accounting errors, Barberton school administrators met Dec. 18 with faculty and staff to discuss the issue. “If you are not contacted to meet, you are not included in the reductions,”…
Read More‘Spirit of America’s Story: The Wall’ exhibit travels to Barberton
PHOTOS PROVIDED BY LISA WEINSHEIMER From left, Tom O’Neil, Ron Martin, Mike Yancura, Tom Harnden and John McAnlis at “The Spirit of America’s Story – The Wall” at White Rabbit Galleries in November. SUBMITTED By LISA WEINSHEIMER White Rabbit Galleries hosted the traveling exhibit “The Spirit of America’s Story: The Wall” Nov. 7-11, offering visitors a powerful visual journey…
Read MoreShould cellphones be banned from public schools?
Ohio has a new state law (Senate Bill 158) requiring all public K-12 schools to implement near-total bans on student cell phone use during instructional time by January 1, 2026, with exceptions for emergencies, documented medical needs, or specific educational uses, aiming to reduce distractions and improve learning, though parents have raised concerns about emergencies.…
Read MoreBarberton boys are finding their spark on court
PHOTOS BY JOSEPH NICHOLAS By MAXWELL SCHEIBELHOFFER BGNN sports writer Barberton 57, Kent Roosevelt 43 (Dec. 9) Barberton started the 3-game week on the road against Kent opening up league play. To open the game Magics were really sharing the ball as for the first 10 points five players each had a bucket. “We had…
Read MoreBUSINESS NEWS: Barberton financial advisor named member of Leaders Council
BARBERTON Dennis G. Liddle, Jr., financial advisor at Raymond James Financial Services, 527 W Lake Ave, Barberton, was recently named a member of the 2025 Leaders Council, according to a news release. This marks the second consecutive year that Denny has qualified for this important recognition. Liddle has 24 years of experience in financial services and…
Read MoreSandra Ann Davisson, 74
Sandra Ann Davisson, 74, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday, December 8, 2025. Sandra was born on May 29, 1951, in Barberton, Ohio. She lived a life defined by strength, selflessness, and a fierce devotion to the people she loved. Sandra was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Eugene Davisson; her mother,…
Read More73-year-old man dies in Barberton apartment fire
PHOTO BY CHRISTINA McCUNE | BGNN Barberton Fire Department was assisted by mutual aid fire crews from New Franklin, Coventry and Norton to put out this apartment fire above Bar Shannon. One person was found outside and was taken to a local hospital and another person was found deceased in an apartment after the fire…
Read MoreNorton crews battle blaze
By BOB MOREHEAD BGNN senior staff writer NORTON Firefighters spent the lunch hour Dec. 4 putting out a house fire on Wilbanks Road. Norton Fire Chief Adam Papp said the department got the call around 11:40 a.m. after a neighbor spotted smoke and flames. “The first unit reported heavy smoke showing at 11:45,” Papp said.…
Read MoreMagical Theatre Co. presents classic ‘Annie’
BGNN staff report BARBERTON The sun’ll come out this December when Magical Theatre Company presents the timeless Broadway classic “Annie.” Tickets are on sale now for the show which runs weekends Dec. 5-21 at 565 W Tuscarawas Ave., Barberton. Perfect for families and audiences ages 6 and older, this heartwarming musical follows spirited orphan Annie…
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