Norton school board to continue negotiations with teachers association
PHOTO BY EMILY CANNING-DEAN | BGNN Members of the Norton Classroom Teachers Association donned their red shirts in solidarity during the May 13 Board of Education meeting. By EMILY CANNING-DEAN BGNN staff writer NORTON While both sides are hopeful to reach an agreement before the end of the school year, the Norton Board of Education…
Read MoreDonnette “Doni” High, 77
Donnette “Doni” High, 77, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024. Doni was born on May 10, 1947 and was a lifetime resident of Barberton where she met and married sweetheart, Glenn in 1968. She customized many high school jackets at Magic City Lettering and then went on to own the popular Scrapbook Shop. After retiring…
Read MoreJames G. Barnes, 84
James G. Barnes, 84, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was born in Barberton on January 20, 1940 and was a graduate of Norton High School, Class of 1958. He retired from PPG Industries. James enjoyed bowling and was an avid Elvis fan and supporter of the Cleveland Browns. He enjoyed meeting his “Buddies”…
Read MoreMain Street Barberton Second Saturday events begin May 11
PHOTOS PROVIDED (FREEDA’S FOOSTEPS CARTOON BY BARB RESCH) Main Street Barberton has had a busy few months with Sip ‘N’ Paint workshops, a scavenger hunt, monthly cleanups and more. This Saturday, head downtown for the first Second Saturday and “Build a Bouquet” for mom or another loved one. BGNN staff report BARBERTON Main Street Barberton…
Read MoreBARBERTON SCHOOLS CLASS OF THE WEEK: Mrs. Babcock’s kindergarten class (Week of Nov. 6, 2023)
Barberton Primary School wants to recognize the kindergarten students in room 222 and their teacher Mrs. Babcock. This is the first year of school for our young learners and they are busy learning! As a school, we are focusing on excellent attendance with our students. In the month of October, Mrs. Babcock’s class had 16…
Read MoreLinda M. Weaver (dee Brouse), 77
Linda M. Weaver (nee Brouse) Linda M. Weaver (nee Brouse), 77, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024. Linda was a life resident of Barberton and a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1965. She was Co-Owner of May-Lin Silicone Products, Inc. in Barberton. Linda was an active member of Barberton First Church of Christ…
Read MoreCarolyn “Sue” Metz, (nee Snyder), 74
Carolyn “Sue” Metz (nee Snyder) 74, passed away at her home with her husband by her side on Friday, May 3, 2024, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born in Barberton Ohio on July 29, 1949, a 1967 BHS graduate. Sue and Jim were married August 9, 1967, and raised their family in Barberton. Sue…
Read MoreGreynolds, ‘76 Magics inducted into Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame
The 1976 Magics basketball team and the cheerleaders at the April 20 Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Columbus. (PHOTOS BY OHIO BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME/GRANT MARTIN PHOTOGRAPHY) By RANDY FORST BGNN sports editor Oh what a night! On April 20, the state of Ohio found out what the people of the Magic…
Read MoreBand boosters bring enrichment to Barberton music program
PHOTO PROVIDED The Barberton Band boosters work hard to offer concessions during home football games. By EMILY CANNING-DEAN BGNN staff writer BARBERTON With a core group of just about 15 people, the Barberton Band Boosters accomplish a lot by offering widespread support to the Barberton City Schools band program. Fundraising efforts pay for the purchase…
Read MoreBarberton’s Destination Imagination teams advance
PHOTOS PROVIDED BY SHEILA VELO AND ABIGAIL ROBINSON On April 6, Barberton’s Destination Imagination teams competed alongside 115 teams across Ohio for a bid to Global Finals in Kansas City, Missouri next month. Students displayed their diverse talents and engineering design through pinball machines, catapults, scientific discoveries, and creative presentations. Students also demonstrated their ability…
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