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'Long time in coming': Ground broken for new homeless shelter in New Philadelphia
A new homeless shelter is planned behind the current facility at 211 E. High Ave., New Philadelphia. The project is expected to cost $4.5 million and about $1.7 million has already been raised. Construction is expected to begin in September. NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ Gabriel "Gabe" Burton said he believes a...
New Philadelphia Rotarians install flag display ahead of Memorial Day
NEW PHILADELPHIA – Temperatures soared well into the high 80s as three New Philadelphia Rotarians recently worked to install a display of 50 flags at the corner of South Broadway and Commercial Avenue SE. Dubbed the Salute Freedom project — co-chaired by New Philadelphia Rotary’s Tom Police and Mark...
Buckeye Career Center students renovate Newcomerstown Veterans Honor Guard parade wagon
NEWCOMERSTOWN ‒ Members of the Newcomerstown Veterans Honor Guard have a renovated wagon float to use for parades and special events, thanks in part to Buckeye Career Center students from four labs. The project, a collaborative effort among the Outdoor Power, Construction Technology, Auto Collision and CAD/Development and Design labs, featured a complete...
Many topics are on the agenda for Bolivar Village Council's special meeting
BOLIVAR − A special session of Bolivar Village Council will be at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the former American Legion Hall, 121 Canal St. SE, to discuss upgrades to security camera system and APC backups using the ARPA funds; updating electric and gas rates; mosquito spraying and preventive measures; approve expenses at library; discuss open position for zoning inspector and related items; software updates to tornado siren; status of EPA waterline funding and next steps.
Passport ceremony honors graduating Coshocton Career Center seniors
COSHOCTON — The Coshocton County Career Center is poised for a bright future with record enrollment for next school year, but first the school must bid a fond farewell to the current senior class. The vocational school recently held its annual passport ceremony for exiting seniors. It's similar to...
Warsaw and Newcomerstown receive H2Ohio grants
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency recently announced $2.2 million in H2Ohio grants for more than 250 communities in 78 counties to help pay for equipment needed to maintain public drinking water distribution systems. Two of the recipients were Warsaw and Newcomerstown. They will receive $9,981 and $9,655, respectively. Project will help with having reliable, clean drinking water through investments in drinking water systems. Public water systems were eligible to apply for up to $10,000 through H2Ohio. The grants cover distribution system equipment such as mobile leak detectors, line locators, valve exercisers, flow meters, hydrant condition assessors, pressure monitors and training to use the equipment. This article originally appeared on Coshocton Tribune: Warsaw and Newcomerstown receive H2Ohio grants
From Seville to Glemont, here's where to go for area Memorial Day ceremonies
With Memorial Day approaching, a number of events will be held to honor America's fallen veterans. Area memorial Day services include: Western Reserve National Cemetery The Department of Veterans Affairs...
Parking ban on North Second Street in Dennison pushed back one day
DENNISON − A planned parking ban for North Second Street from Sumner Street to the south side of the High Street intersection has been postponed and will now begin at 7 a.m. Thursday, instead of Wednesday. The contractor for the grinding and paving of the roadway changed the start...
Slip repair will close U.S. 36 for four days, ODOT announces
COSHOCTON − The Ohio Department of Transportation has announced that U.S. 36 will be closed to traffic Monday to Friday for a slip repair, approximately two miles west of Ohio 79. The suggested detour is U.S. 36 to Ohio 715 to U.S. 36. This article originally appeared on Coshocton Tribune: Slip repair will close U.S. 36 for four days, ODOT announces
Newcomerstown receives $786,000 from state to paint downtown area
The Newcomerstown facade project was a recipient of the Appalachian Waterfront Development money under the Appalachian Community Grant Program. Painting is expected to start in August and finish by 2025. NEWCOMERSTOWN − The village of Newcomerstown is about to look as spiffy as it feels after receiving a $786,000 Appalachian...
May is a season of celebration for the students of Coshocton City Schools
As the school year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the journey we’ve shared and looking forward with great excitement to the culminating events that make this one of my favorite times of the year. Each spring brings a flurry of activities showcasing the hard work and achievements of our students and staff. I am incredibly proud of what we are about to celebrate together. Our spring athletes are heading into post-season events, embodying...
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