The Star Beacon; Ashtabula, Ohio

4th confirmed case of swine flu found in county
A second child in the Pymatuning Area Local Schools has been diagnosed with the H1N1 flu, bringing the Ashtabula County cases confirmed to four, according to information released Friday by the Ashtabula County Health Department.
Waldenbooks leaving Ashtabula Towne Square
Waldenbooks in Ashtabula Towne Square will close in January as part of its parent company’s plan to close stores across the nation.
Cap and trade won’t require retrofitting to sell
As the U.S. Senate works on its version of an energy bill, blogs, conservative talk-show hosts and e-mails are painting a horrific picture of the U.S. House bill.
Man struck by train dies
A man died after being struck by a train on North Bend Road on Thursday afternoon, according to an Ashtabula County Coroner’s Office report.
No qualified bidder for old Pierpont Elementary School
The Buckeye Local Schools Board of Education’s effort to auction off the former Pierpont Elementary building failed to attract any qualified bidders Friday.
Man fleeing police uninjured after running into pole
A simple traffic stop turned into a high-speed pursuit and ended with a man driving his vehicle into a pole around 6:45 p.m. Friday, said Sgt. Scott Slocum of the Ashtabula County Sheriff’s Department.
Campbell election complaint advances
An Ohio Elections Commission panel on Thursday voted Thursday to give more study to a campaign complaint lodged by Conneaut Ward 1 Councilman Dave Campbell.
Desperate for homes
Gail, the yellow Labrador, just doesn’t understand.
Christian Faith hosts craft show
Folks looking to do some early Christmas shopping should check out Christian Faith Academy and its first-ever craft show.
Drivers may have beef with cows along Route 20
A handful of cows decided to stretch their legs Thursday morning, taking in the sights of their west Conneaut neighborhood.
Monroe trustees will meet to oppose injection well
MONROE TOWNSHIP — Trustees in Monroe Township will hold a special meeting Saturday morning to draft a letter opposing a proposed salt-water injection well, said Trustee Charles Riley.
‘There’s gold in them thar’ closets
Lee Tate is mining gold and silver in Ashtabula County this week.
New Sports and Sports store opens Wednesday
A local sporting goods store will open a new, 12,000-square-foot store next week, consolidating its retail and lettering operations.
Good timing
Ayden Larbig is only 2 weeks old, but his mother Kayla already knows her son will attend Lake Erie College.
‘Good News’ coming to Jefferson
The Jefferson Players will present some “Good News” this weekend in their new high school auditorium.
Police recover stolen ATV after off-road chase, but suspects get away
Two unknown suspects eluded Geneva police on a stolen all-terrain vehicle Tuesday night, Geneva police reports show.
A SHOW OF SOLIDARITY
Members of the city’s Hispanic population say many in their community are afraid that city police will target them for deportation following an incident last Friday involving what are apparently undocumented Mexican immigrants.
Newly elected ’Bula City Council members anxious to get to work
Tired politicians dutifully drudged to their jobs Wednesday after a late night of either celebrating or despising the election results.
Goodwill Drive opens, Harbor Goodwill store celebrates
It’s official: Goodwill Drive in the Ashtabula Harbor reopened Wednesday after six months of renovations.
H1N1 vaccine shots again in short supply
The latest delivery of H1N1 virus vaccine contained fewer-than-expected doses of injectable vaccine, meaning upcoming school clinics will feature only the nasal mist until supplies are replenished, Ashtabula County Health Department officials said.
Harbor levy to restore programs, hours of operation
The doors of the Harbor-Topky Memorial Library may be open five days a week once again, library director Joe Zappitello said.
Heinonen pleased with levy’s success
A rare school-levy success can be attributed to voters who recognized the value of the issue, said Sonny Heinonen, Conneaut Board of Education president.
County plans to celebrate National Family Literacy Day
To celebrate National Family Literacy Day, the Ashtabula County Literacy Coalition will sponsor a book giveaway and reading activities at the Ashtabula Towne Square.
Talking about hard times
The place and time Henry Riffe writes about in his book, “From the Mountaintop to the Valley of Jolo, McDowell County, West Virginia,” are alien to America’s teenagers, but he says they could learn a lot from his life.
Albino’s Fish Market is an Ashtabula icon
Albino’s Fish Market is an Ashtabula icon with a passion for people.
Synergy expands to massage therapy
Synergy Physical Therapy and Wellness, located at 4510 Collins Blvd. in Ashtabula, is offering a new service — massage therapy.
Hearing continued for Conneaut party mom
A preliminary hearing for a Conneaut woman charged with a felony in connection with an underage drinking party held in her home, has been continued until later this month.
Conneaut port panel has big plans for lakefront
After a banner boating season, Conneaut’s Port Authority is working hard to lure even more people to the lakefront, City Council learned at Monday’s work session.
County wrestles with increased health care
Facing a 14.4-percent increase in premiums for 2010, the Ashtabula County Board of Commissioners met with county elected officials, department heads and union representatives Tuesday morning to present changes to the health insurance plans it offers workers.
County OKs sewer project bid phase
The Ashtabula County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to open the Austinburg sanitary sewer project for bids.
Wade Ave. annexation all but dead
Ashtabula Area City Schools Superintendent Joseph Donatone received the news from a colleague early Tuesday morning.
Buckeye BOE calls garage sale a success
Ashtabula County grand jury indicts 12
A man charged with burning his Monroe Township home has been indicted by an Ashtabula County grand jury on aggravated arson and arson charges following a fire he allegedly set at 5404 Hilldom Road, according to Ashtabula County Common Pleas Court records.
200 children vaccinated at ’Bula elementary school
McKinsey Elementary School students and their siblings were vaccinated Tuesday at Ashtabula City School District’s first H1N1-virus school clinic.
Buckeye schools schedule H1N1 vaccination
Annexation waits
City Council voted 4-2 Monday night against the annexation of Wade Avenue property, where a campus of elementary schools is being constructed.
An historic day in Jefferson
The long anticipated first day for Jefferson Junior and Senior High School students and staff dawned bright with excitement and pride Monday morning.
Election error calls Orwell charter a ‘levy’
Orwell voters will have to pay attention to their ballots today, as an error on the village charter change measure could impact election results.
Hague budget request includes funding for raises, retirements
Judge Charles Hague presented his 2010 budget requests to the Board of Commissioners on Monday, essentially a repeat of this year’s budgets with the addition of funding for raises and retirement payouts.
Cleveland woman charged after bank-theft attempt
A Cleveland woman will face three felony charges in Ashtabula County Common Pleas Court after she attempted to withdraw $4,500 out of someone else’s bank account at three First Merit Bank branches in Ashtabula County, Geneva police reports show.
Drunk parents may face charges
Charges are ahead for an Austinburg couple too drunk to care for their young children properly over the weekend, according to Ashtabula County Sheriff’s Department deputies.
Suspect charged in murder try
The Madison man who allegedly stabbed two men in a Madison Village apartment complex will face an attempted murder charge in the incident, Painesville Municipal Court records show.
Conneaut may need pro when it comes to rezoning
Amendments to Conneaut's zoning code, studied for years by local boards and panels, needs an expert's touch, Law Director Lori Lamer told City Council at Monday's work session.
One big ballot
No shortage of candidates and issues await voters in Tuesday’s general election.
Pedestrian jumps out, hit by truck
A 19-year-old, possibly intoxicated man was seriously injured Sunday evening when he was struck by an oncoming pickup truck as he attempted to cross Route 193, the Ohio State Highway Patrol reports.
Free clinic may be in ACMC’s future
The Ashtabula County Medical Center is developing plans for an indigent medical clinic to serve the under-privileged and uninsured residents of Ashtabula County, ACMC President and Chief Executive Officer Kevin J. Miller announced Sunday.
Wine, food and song
There is some pressure in owning Ashtabula County’s newest winery, Jim Pearson said, but sweet success is almost as good as fine wine.
Construction of first industrial park tenant’s building is slated to begin
The Ashtabula City Port Authority and the new Route 11 industrial park are moving ahead with their first building project, says Alicia McFarland, the Port Authority’s economic development director.
SURROUNDING RESIDENTS SEEM TO VIEW POLICE ACTIVITY AS GOOD ENTERTAINMENT
The 15 minutes of fame Andy Warhol bestowed on the average citizen manifests itself in a variety of ways in a culture inundated with Jerry Springer and Internet blogs.
Tom David Motors celebrates 50 years of success
When Tom David began selling cars in Ashtabula County in 1959, Eisenhower was President and Alaska and Hawaii were newly minted states. You could mail a letter for 4 cents, buy a loaf of bread for 12 cents, a gallon of gas for less than a quarter and the average price of a new car was $2,200.00. And in 1959, family
doctors and Tom David made house calls.
Higher education committee receives United Way grant
The Ashtabula Area College Committee Inc. recently was awarded a $15,000 Financial Stability Initiative grant from United Way of Ashtabula County.
’Bula downtown merchants kick off trick or treating early
Hundreds of area children got an early start on trick or treating Saturday as downtown merchants opened their businesses to ghosts, goblins and other costumed children.
Ashtabula Township home damaged by fire
A cooking fire damaged the kitchen of a home at 3622 Blake Road Saturday around 1:26 p.m., according to Ashtabula Township Fire Department reports.
County’s supply of H1N1 injectable vaccine nearly shot
People who prefer shots to mist have exhausted the Ashtabula County Health Department’s supply of the H1N1 injectable vaccine, Raymond Saporito, county health commissioner, said Friday.
MANY BELIEVE GHOSTS RESIDE IN MADISON TOWNSHIP
The sprawling four-story brick building sits quietly on Middle Ridge Road, seemingly unnoticed, surrounded by trees and many well-kept flowers gardens and ornamental shrubs.
TOURS OF THE OHIO COTTAGE BUILDING
Overwhelming interest in the history and what some suspect as paranormal activity in the Ohio Cottage building has opened the doors to guided tours where guests can investigate on their own for evidence of paranormal activity.
History of the Ohio Cottage building
The timeline of the Ohio Cottage building history was compiled through newspaper articles, records from the Madison and Lake County historical societies, and research by former Madison Township employee Judy Schaeffer.
16-year-old injures deputy during fight
A 16-year-old Geneva boy faces numerous charges after a violent tussle with an Ashtabula County Sheriff’s Department deputy last weekend, according to reports.
Lakeside Junior High student is charged in choking incident
A 13-year-old Lakeside Junior High School student will be charged with assault after he reportedly choked another boy into unconsciousness during a gym class Thursday morning, according to an Ashtabula County Sheriff’s Department report.
H1N1 vaccine safe
Better public education is the key to easing public concern about influenza and its vaccines, Dr. Alvin Jackson, Ohio Department of Health director, said during a Thursday visit to Ashtabula County.
One small span
The nation’s shortest covered bridge will be made of northeast Ohio lumber harvested from Geneva, Jefferson and Hartsgrove Township, Geneva City Manager Jim Pearson said.
Two men stabbed, suspect held
A 20-year-old Madison man, following a court appearance Monday, allegedly stabbed two men in a Madison apartment early Thursday morning, police and court records show.
Lawyers help divorce clients file legal papers themselves
Three divorces were filed in Ashtabula County Common Pleas Court late Wednesday afternoon, not an unusual event itself, except these cases were the result of a pro se — or do-it-yourself — divorce clinic.
GOTL to host Halloween festivities
Halloween isn’t just for kids, Marge Milliken said, and Geneva-on-the-Lake businesses are gearing up to get down with the “Monster Mash.”
Child medical obligation increases
Ashtabula County residents are increasing their use of a state fund for child medical expenses, resulting in a bigger hit to the county’s general fund.
Engineer’s workers will plow county snow
The Ashtabula County Board of Commissioners will use the County Engineer’s Department for snowplowing and removal services again this winter.
Jefferson school board settles contracts with employees
Contract negotiations with employees of the Jefferson Area Local Schools District were settled at the school board meeting Tuesday night at Rock Creek Elementary School, Superintendent Doug Hladek said.
Sheriff’s lieutenant accepts job with TAG
An administrator with the Ashtabula County Sheriff’s Department, the subject of recent disciplinary action, has accepted a position with another police agency, according to reports.
Company will erect wind turbine generator at school
A massive wind turbine should be spinning in the sky above Conneaut Middle School very early in 2010, said Sonny Heinonen, Board of Education president.
HOME WRECKERS?
Representatives of the area’s Latino and African-American communities are calling for a stop to “heavy-handed” law enforcement, which they allege is “terrorizing” and splitting His-panic families.
’Bula BOE approves city’s memo
The Ashtabula Area City School Board voted 3-1 Wednesday night to approve a memorandum of understanding with the city regarding its application for the annexation of Wade Avenue into the city.
Area law-enforcement officials deny targeting Latinos
Area law-enforcement agencies deny they are targeting Latinos in traffic stops or that they are doing the work of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB) agencies.
Local hospitals restrict visitors to curb the flu
The highly communicable nature of H1N1 flu has local hospitals restricting visitors in hopes of curbing sickness to patients, others visitors and hospital staff.
Elmo, Gov. Ted Strickland team up against H1N1
Some people just are more influential and have more star power than Gov. Ted Strickland.
Conneaut candidates get another chance to speak
One week before the general election, many of the candidates for two Conneaut City Council positions were given another chance Tuesday night to pull away from the pack.
Commissioners field questions regarding lodge, other issues
The Ashtabula County Board of Commissioners took their agenda meeting to the people of Morgan Township Tuesday evening.
Auction set for Saturday at Washington Elementary
The Ashtabula Area City School District will be selling used and obsolete equipment from Washington Elementary School at an auction Saturday.
‘Of Mice and Men’ comes to Geauga theater
WEEKENDER for Oct. 30, 2009: The John Steinbeck classic “Of Mice and Men” continues its run tonight and Saturday and Nov. 6-8 at 8 p.m. at the Geauga Lyric Theater.
City Council approves memo endorsing Wade Avenue project
City Council unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding Tuesday night in regards to the Ashtabula Area City School Board’s application for the annexation of Wade Avenue in Saybrook Township.
Condition of county buildings a concern
The Ashtabula County Board of Commissioners is discussing ways to address a growing threat to its budget: aging county-owned buildings badly in need of repairs.
Commissioners expect another tight year for revenues in 2010
Ashtabula County Board of Commissioners will begin meeting with elected officials and department heads on Thursday to discuss 2010 budgets.
Conneaut’s ‘hired gun’ set to start negotiations
A professional contract negotiator hired by Conneaut could begin talks with the city’s four employee unions in two weeks, according to City Manager Robert Schaumleffel Jr.
Conneaut streetlight fee scheduled for an overhaul

Residents of Conneaut who live in the dark may be able to shed a $2 monthly streetlighting fee the city has charged since April.
Glotzbecker’s BP owners celebrate 50 years in business
In 1959, gasoline cost 29 cents per gallon, service station attendants washed windshields, checked tires and fluids, and Dick and Carol Glotzbecker opened their neighborhood gas station for business.
Things that go BARK in night
It seems like the Ashtabula County Animal Protective League got more tricks than treats this Halloween season, APL board president Diane Carr said.
People take healthy fixed cats from fairgrounds
A picture of furry kittens on the front page of Sunday’s Star Beacon ignited a firestorm at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds, as barn managers try to keep their healthy cats from being scooped up even as sick, scared felines are being dumped.
First H1N1 school clinic goes well at Geneva High
Dozens of Geneva High School students took their medicine without complaint at Ashtabula County’s first H1N1 virus school clinic.
Seasonal flu vaccine just about exhausted
Health departments in Ashtabula County have exhausted their supply of the injectable seasonal flu vaccine, local health officials say.
County health dept. gives H1N1 shots
His face pinched in a momentary wince, Stephen Koon’s eyes screwed shut, he held his breath and took his H1N1 vaccination like a man.
Pair deny writing posts
Two men accused late last week of writing defamatory posts on a Star Beacon Web site early last year denied the claims, calling the report political shenanigans.
Truck falls on Kingsville man
A Cemetery Road man was injured Monday afternoon when a truck on which he was working fell on his chest, said Kingsville Township Fire Chief Neal Stewart.
More kids stay home from school
Absenteeism increased Monday in Ashtabula County’s public schools, while at the same time, the supply of flu shots at local health departments dwindled, officials said.
Wash your hands, cover your mouth
The best prevention against H1N1 and seasonal flu is simple but effective, County Health Commissioner Ray Saporito said.
Development panel to canvass voters
At least 400 registered voters in Ashtabula County soon will be asked to give their thoughts on a variety of topics about the county’s status and future.
Budget, bad blood at Conneaut council meeting
Ominous warnings of a skin-tight 2010 budget and a big blowup between members over alleged Internet insults dominated City Council's regular Monday night meeting.
Suspect in hostage incident still in jail
A 26-year-old robbery suspect remains in jail today on a $100,000 bond after holding city police at bay for 90 minutes Thursday, police said.
Hladek pinches self over new schools
Doug Hladek had his speech prepared, his tie on straight and his audience in the palm of his hand Sunday afternoon at the new Jefferson Area Junior and Senior High School dedication ceremony, but he had just one more thing to do before he began the celebration.
Trailer destroyed by fire
A family of four lost their trailer home to a fast-moving fire Sunday night in the Willo Arms trailer park, leaving the family to watch helplessly as flames engulfed and gutted their living space.
A scary night in Geneva area
It takes practice to plunder and pillage, but as any good pirate knows, the joy of the bounty comes in the sharing of the booty.
New memories
There is a lot for a stage manager to think about the week before a big performance.
Area grape harvesting enters final weeks
Three weeks of warm, dry weather in September helped local grape growers salvage the season, said Gene Sigel, vineyard manager at Chalet Debonné Vineyard in Madison Township.
Geneva celebrates Halloween with Ghoul Fest
It was a monster mash — and then some.
Non-profit organization gives Madison’s feral cats shelter from the storm
Adult cats and kittens roam freely through the shop of the Paw-riffic K-9 Kampus on Hubbard Road as customers come and go. Puss-n-Boots, a very friendly feline, affectionately greets many of the customers in exchange for an ear rub and a cuddle.
Star Beacon carriers rescue customer
Two newspaper delivery people who took an interest in a elderly customer probably saved the woman’s life Friday morning, authorities said.
Conneaut councilman to sue peer over e-mail
A Conneaut councilman is poised to sue another over e-mail messages posted last year, alleging Julio was involved in an extramarital affair.
Conneaut Middle School enjoys an ‘excellent’ day
Students and staff at Conneaut Middle School partied Friday to celebrate the building’s recent “excellent” rating on the Ohio Department of Education’s annual report card.
Memorial created for Conneaut K-9
A simple stone outside City Hall serves as tribute to a recently departed Conneaut police officer.
’Bula Midget Football League scores with Domino’s Pizza
Ashtabula Midget Football League celebrated a touchdown Friday at Domino’s Pizza on Main Avenue.
Ashtabula BOE awards bids for construction on new elementary schools
The Ashtabula Area City School Board awarded more than $38 million in construction contracts for the new elementary schools.
Nobody hurt in standoff
An apparent armed robbery turned into a 90-minute standoff as police waited for a suspect to give himself up in an apartment complex near Bunker Hill Road and Washington Avenue Thursday evening.
Death on Lake Erie
Nearly 100 years ago, the Marquette and Bessemer No. 2 car ferry entered the world of Lake Erie folklore.
School board president’s signs disappear
Political-sign thieves are on the loose as some of a local school board candidate’s signs have gone missing.
KSU-A to host employment expo
ent State University — Ashtabula has some young medical guns for hire and is ready to send its latest batch of graduates out into the workplace.
County has H1N1 vaccines
Information about the H1N1 flu, known as the swine flu, changes almost daily, County Health Commissioner Ray Saporito said, making educating the masses about the highly contagious pandemic flu difficult.
Aunt to run marathon in memory of nephew
Two young children, more like brother and sister than cousins, shared a nap on Easter years ago, worn out from candy and friendly rabbits with eggs.
NK residents don’t want barn rules in zoning code
Residents have told North Kingsville’s Planning Commission that they don’t want rules regarding barns and livestock inserted into the village’s zoning code, council members learned at Wednesday’s meeting.
Former teacher pleads guilty in student sex case
A former Conneaut Middle School music teacher accused of having sex with a high school student has pleaded guilty to two felony charges, according to Ashtabula County Common Pleas Court records.
City’s policies and procedures come into question
The city manager doesn’t want to pay for outside-attorney fees resulting from a councilwoman’s actions.
Pa. woman dies in Rt. 7 crash
An Erie woman was killed early Wednesday morning in a one-vehicle traffic accident on Route 7 in Conneaut, authorities said.
’Bula BOE members upset with city’s plan to annex
“Take Me as I Am” could be the theme song for the Ashtabula Area City School Board when it comes to the topic of annexation with the city of Ashtabula.
Kingsville Township mourns death of longtime fiscal officer Carole Lee Vanek
Carole Lee Vanek, longtime fiscal officer for Kingsville Township, died Wednesday after a lengthy illness, said Dennis Huey, township trustees’ chairman.
Painesville Marine killed in Afghanistan
An Ohio Marine has been killed by a roadside bomb while on combat foot patrol in Afghanistan.
Conneaut City Council postpones meeting
— A scheduling conflict has postponed a special City Council work session planned for tonight, officials said. The session — called to discuss the city’s streetlighting fee, zoning code amendments and the pending purchase of Public Works Department vehicles — will now immediately follow council’s 7 p.m. Monday regular meeting, said Pam Harper, council clerk.
Voters, candidates run for the border
What’s an election without a little chips and salsa?
Police investigate injury incident
A 30-year-old man was seriously injured Tuesday night during an argument with a woman in his Harbor Ridge apartment.
Local charities hope residents Make a Difference
When the door opens at Spiderweb of Jefferson, Sarah Masek doesn’t expect to see a familiar face.
City asks for legislation to annex Wade Avenue
Elementary-aged children in the Ashtabula Area City School District may go to class inside the city limits.
After four hours of meetings Monday night, and in a move that surprised even President Rodger Altier, City Council voted 6-1 to reconsider annexing Wade Avenue. Ward 1 Councilman Joseph Rose cast the lone no vote.
County approves Austinburg sewer work
After many months of debate and study, the Austinburg Township sanitary sewer project received unanimous support from Ashtabula County commissioners at Tuesday afternoon’s regular meeting.
Former city administrator says adios to Conneaut — hello to Pa.
Former city administrator Bob Howland, who abruptly resigned earlier this month, kept the bitterness to a minimum during a recent exit interview.
City of Ashtabula to get a new sound system in Council Chambers
City Council voted unanimously Monday night to give an early Christmas present to area residents who listen to their meetings.
Man leads Geneva police on car chase, faces 5 felony charges
he man who led police officers on a high-speed chase through the city Saturday morning has a history of fleeing and eluding in Geneva, Western County Court records show.
Three days in jail
A Conneaut man will serve three days in jail for threatening City Manager Robert Schaumleffel Jr. following an August City Council meeting.
Volunteers trained so they can answer H1N1 questions
Volunteers received training on H1N1 flu virus fundamentals Monday afternoon to help them to serve as telephone hot-line operators later this week.
Holiday Mart Saturday in Pierpont Fire Hall
Crafts, baked goods, goat-milk fudge, quilts and gently used Christmas items are a few of the things people will find at Pierpont’s Holiday Mart.
Children Services get award for kinship caregivers
Ashtabula County Children Services Board was awarded a federal grant for kinship
caregivers.
Bula gets 5 citations
The city of Ashtabula received five citations from the state auditor’s office after the audit of the city’s 2008 books, City Auditor Michael Zullo said at Monday’s City Council meeting.
Thirteen people indicted by grand jury
Thirteen people were recently indicted by an Ashtabula County Grand Jury with charges ranging from trafficking in cocaine to menacing by stalking.
Council and civic group target underage drinking
On the heels of a highly publicized teen drinking party, City Council unanimously approved Monday night a motion that officially declares a zero-tolerance policy within city limits.
Frustrated Malinowski sorry for comments
Ashtabula County Coroner Robert Malinowski apologized Sunday for calling the Ashtabula County Commissioners idiots in a recent press release to the Star Beacon.
Mental health levy up for renewal
Ashtabula County voters are being asked to renew the county Mental Health and Recovery Services Board’s five-year levy on Nov. 3.
Deer crashes increasing on I-90, Route 11
A deer on Interstate 90 didn’t have a chance Sunday night as numerous cars hit the animal before help could arrive, said Ohio Highway Patrol Dispatcher Sharon Bradley.
A DOG GONE SUCCESS
Hundreds of dogs dressed as roosters, policemen, reporters, pumpkins, and even a hot dog, sauntered around Maple Ridge Golf Course Saturday afternoon and nobody called the game warden.
Coroner says staff will be working without pay
Ashtabula County Coroner Dr. Robert Malinowski says he will keep his office open, even though it could mean his deputy coroner and two full-time investigators will be working without pay the last six weeks of 2009.
Andover celebrates fall with downtown festival
Cold temperatures didn’t destroy the spirit of the Andover Fall Festival, organizers said Saturday afternoon.
Joint Vocational BOE going to voters with levy
The Ashtabula County Joint Vocational School Board of Education is seeking voter approval a one-third-mill permanent improvement levy.
Introducing TriPoint Medical Center
It has nature photography and waterfall panels on the walls, pastoral scenes on the ceilings, gardens on the roof, and DVD rental machines in the waiting area.
Publicity of complaint may violate city policy
The public revelation that the city received a harassment complaint about a councilwoman, which was not investigated properly first, may in itself be a violation of a city policy, a city official said Friday.
H1N1 school clinics to start soon
The arrival of H1N1 flu virus vaccine is allowing local health departments to start scheduling clinics to be held in school buildings across Ashtabula County.
First snow of the season makes unwelcome debut
A wet and gloomy October hit a new low Friday with the first snowfall of the 2009-2010 season, according to reports.

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