House explodes on west side of Barberton
PHOTOS BY CHRISTINA McCUNE | BGNN The aftermath of the house explosion on Belleview Avenue in Barberton. PHOTOS PROVIDED BY ELDONNA KOVAL Clayton Hartley was a builder and he built the house at 1076 Belleview Ave. as a rental. Eldonna Koval has many memories from the home that her Dad built. Family members — along…
Read MorePapa Roni’s celebrates 15th anniversary with $15 pizzas and community giveback
BGNN staff report BARBERTON Papa Roni’s is marking 15 years of serving the Barberton community with a special anniversary promotion that gives back to both its loyal customers and the local community. Through March 23, customers can enjoy a large two-topping pizza for just $15, a special price in celebration of the pizza’s milestone. In…
Read MoreOllie’s acquires 40 former Big Lots stores; no stores in Barberton, Akron area
BGNN staff report HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings, Inc., announced late last month the acquisition of 40 former Big Lots store leases from Gordon Brothers. The acquisition of the additional store leases is subject to final bankruptcy court approval and customary closing conditions. Including the 40 additional Big Lots locations, the company has acquired…
Read MoreJanet L. Corey, 71
Janet L. Corey Janet L. Corey, 71, passed away Monday, March 10, 2025. She was born in Barberton, Ohio on January 11, 1954. Janet was a 1972 graduate of St. Mary’s High School in Akron and also graduated from Duquesne University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. She retired from the U.S. Navy…
Read MoreDawn Bowman, 87
Dawn Bowman passed away on March 11, 2025, after a brief illness at the age of 87. She was a lifelong resident of Barberton. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold “Dick” Bowman. She is survived by her children, Harold Jr. (Barb) Bowman, Cheryl, and Barb (Jimmy) Lutz; grandchildren, Zach, Chuckie, Josh, Myrissa,…
Read MoreWalter J. Faix, 90
Walter J. Faix of Barberton passed away on March 7th, 2025, a few weeks after celebrating his 90th birthday. Walt was a tall, handsome man who retired from B&W after 36 years of distinguished service. As a boy he was an acclaimed pitcher and a skilled artist who won an award from the local paper. He…
Read MoreWilliam (Bill) H. Strossman Sr.
It is with great sadness that the family of William (Bill) H. Strossman Sr. announces his passing on Thursday, December 12, 2024 in Venice, Florida. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn and his brother Jack.. He is survived by his sons Bill Jr. (Dee); Greg (Lori); grandchildren, Brad (Tiffany), Rachael (Jeric), Nicole,…
Read MoreDavid John Augustynovich, 74
David John Augustynovich, 74, of Wadsworth passed away on February 26, 2025 after a short illness in Hospice at Barberton City Hospital. He was born in Barberton, the son of the late John and Norma Augustynovich. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Donald and Harold. He leaves his beloved and devoted wife,…
Read MoreMan given life in 2019 Barberton murder
BRANDON CHURCHILL BGNN staff report A 23-year-old man was sentenced to life in prison for the 2019 murder of a 64-year-old Barberton man after a sentence Feb. 27 in Summit County Common Pleas Court. Brandon Churchill pleaded guilty to one count of murder and one count of aggravated burglary in the stabbing death of Mark…
Read MoreJo Ann Clemmer, 85
Jo Ann was born to Neil and Ruth Rhodes in Stumptown, West Virginia on July 11, 1939. She died Friday, February 21, 2025 at Tore’s Home assisted living with her husband Ron by her side. She was the oldest of eight children. Her brother Brian Rhodes and sister Jean Simmoneau survive her. She attended elementary…
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