Second-highest crash-causing violation in 2013Motorists running red lights, stop signs or failing to yield to traffic are causing far too many crashes in Ohio each year. In fact, these violations were the second-highest cause of fatal crashes in 2013. That is why the Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging all motorists to take their time,…
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$1000 REWARD for Information
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The Village of Antwerp together with the Antwerp Police Department have offered a $1,000.00 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the placing of a razor blade on playground equipment at Riverside Park on May 30, 2014. Any information should be relayed directly through the Antwerp…
Guest Column from Representative Tony Burkley
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New Legislation Offers Educational and Employment Support for VeteransMoving into the summer season, the Ohio House of Representatives has been busy with a variety of bills. Devoting time and attention to each piece of legislation is essential and part of the democratic process. As many of these bills have passed through the House, one of…
Latta Announces Veterans’ Listening Sessions Following Recent Revelations Regarding Delays in VA Care
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH) today announced that he will hold three listening sessions for veterans throughout Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District on Tuesday, May 27, following recent revelations about delays in care at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These events are an opportunity for Congressman Latta to hear veterans’ concerns and experiences…
Robert Fry, Raised in Melrose, Runs for the People
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Many years ago, a young fellow by the name of Robert Fry, grew up in Melrose. He was mentored by pastor in Antwerp and he himself became a pastor after coming out of the Vietnam war. Now, he’s running for Congress. We could end the story there but you may not learn much about this…
Fatal Traffic Crash Investigation
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Sherwood – The Defiance Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a one vehicle traffic crash that occurred on Coy Road south of Bradshaw Road in Delaware Township, Defiance County. Jarad J. Sharp, age 26, of Sherwood, OH was operating a 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora southbound on Coy Road. Mr. Sharp lost control of…
Saturday ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE for New Haven
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May 7, 2014 New Haven Girls’ Softball Association Parade ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE (City of New Haven) The following roads will be closed in the City of New Haven on Saturday, May 10, 2014 for the New Haven Girls’ Softball Association Parade. The parade starts at 8 a.m. and should be completed by 8:30 a.m. Beginning…
State Patrol Investigating Injury Crash in Paulding County
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Crane Township – The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Van Wert Post is investigating an injury crash that occurred at 10:13 P.M. Sunday night on County Road 230 near County Road 105, in Paulding County. A 2005 Chevrolet Colbalt, driven by Janice S. Carlisle, 53, of Cecil, Ohio was traveling eastbound on County Road 230. The…
State Patrol Investigating Injury Crash in Jackson Township
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Jackson Township – The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Van Wert Post is investigating a serious injury crash that occurred at 3:50 P.M. Thursday afternoon on County Road 111 East of the Village of Paulding, in Paulding County. A 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix, driven by Thomas A. Lantow, 17, of Latty, Ohio was traveling eastbound County…
Paulding County Commissioners Meeting Minutes 4/30/14
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This 30th day of April, 2014, the Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following members present: Tony Zartman, Roy Klopfenstein, Fred Pieper and Nola Ginter, Clerk ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS: Warrants documented as 207390 through 207442 for County Bills were approved and certified to the County Auditor for payment. IN THE MATTER…
Antwerp Council Minutes – April 21, 2014
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REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF ANTWERP APRIL 21, 2014 THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF ANTWERP COUNCIL WAS CALLED TO ORDER AT 5:30 P.M. BY MAYOR TOM VANVLERAH. COUNCIL PERSONS PRESENT: RUDIE REEB, KEN REINHART, KEITH WEST, LARRY RYAN, AND COUNCIL PRESIDENT JAN REEB. STEVE DERCK ARRIVED AT 5:40 P.M. ALSO IN ATTENDANCE:…
Paulding County Commissioners Meeting Minutes 4/28/14
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This 28th day of April, 2014, the Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following members present: Tony Zartman, Roy Klopfenstein, Fred Pieper and Nola Ginter, Clerk ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS: Warrants documented as 207278 through 207381 for County Bills were approved and certified to the County Auditor for payment. IN THE MATTER…
Sheriff Demonstrates K-9 at Gleaners Meeting
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The Oakwood Gleaners invited Deputy Gary Deitrick of the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office along with the K-9 officer Jano. Deitrick explained the new K-9 program to all the visitors to the meeting, but it was Jano that stole the show. Jano is a German Shepherd dog that is specially bred and trained for finding narcotics…
