Pickleball picks up popularity in Magic City – and beyond
PHOTOS PROVIDED Volunteers from the Magic City Pickleball Club were hard at work Jan. 2 putting down taped lines to create three pickleball courts in the auxiliary gym at Barberton High School – and they had to try out the court as well, of course. By EMILY CANNING-DEAN BGNN staff writer BARBERTON Just last month,…
Read MoreU.S. Marshals Service recover missing Canton children in Iceland
Gazette staff CANTON The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio, in conjunction with the Canton Police Department and the U.S. State Department recovered two missing children in Reykjavik, Iceland on Jan. 10, according to a news release. The two children – 8 and 9 years old – both from Canton, were reported missing to CPD…
Read MoreDorothy Otto (nee Kozarevich), 95
In Loving Memory of Dorothy Otto (née Kozarevich) July 28, 1929 – January 12, 2025 Dorothy Otto, a woman of extraordinary warmth, charm, and resilience, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving daughters and devoted caretakers. Her radiant personality and unforgettable smile leave a legacy of love that will forever…
Read MoreRobert L. Flesher, 85
Robert L. Flesher, 85, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024. He was born Saturday, September 16, 1939 to the late Raymond and Ione (Poe) Flesher. Bob proudly served his country in the US Army and retired from Summit County Environmental Services. He enjoyed mowing lawns, riding scooters; and especially…
Read MoreLinda Jo Vuletic, 75
Linda Jo Vuletic, 75, ended her battle with lung disease on January 6th, 2025. Linda passed peacefully with family by her side at Fish Memorial Hospital in Deltona, Florida. Born Linda Jo Phillippi in Barberton, Ohio December 17th1949 to Joseph and Rozetta Phillippi; Linda was one of 6 children. Linda was predeceased by her parents,…
Read MoreFundraiser sends 10 children to Akron Rotary Camp
Judge Todd McKenney, left, and his wife, Bethany McKenney, Summit County Councilwoman, visit with Angie Warrington, seated, and her mom, Ida Osiek, who had a drawing Oct. 30 to raise money to send children to Akron Rotary Camp. Amanda Warner, right, from Akron Rotary Camp attended the drawing. By CHRISTINA McCUNE BGNN managing editor BARBERTON …
Read MoreSandra M. (Frank) Nervo, 65
Sandra M. (Frank) Nervo, age 65, passed away suddenly on January 14, 2025. Sandy worked for forty-one (41) years as a nurse’s aide at St. Edward’s Nursing Home in Fairlawn, Ohio. Advocating for the dignity and respect of the elderly was the hallmark of Sandy’s career and defined the person she was to all her…
Read MoreRuth Rita Hershman (Rollic), 88
Ruth Rita Hershman (Rollic), age 88, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025. She was born and raised in Barberton, Ohio and was a member of the Norton Baptist Church. Ruth was preceded by her husband of 50 years, Robert Dale Hershman as well as her brother, Barney Rollic. Ruth had 5 children: Terry Hershman,…
Read MoreNorton school board to seek new treasurer
By EMILY CANNING-DEAN BGNN staff writer NORTON Following the resignation of treasurer Stephanie Hagenbush, the Norton Board of Education will soon begin the task of finding a new treasurer for Norton City Schools. “We plan to start advertising for the position this week,” said Cindy Webel, vice president of the Norton Board of Education. District…
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