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City of Wooster announces engagement initiative

The city of Wooster will openly engage with Wooster residents about possible cuts in the city's budget. Ongoing discussions will take place through many different forms of media.

Local youth to attend Buckeye Boys State

Six young men from Wooster High School will attend Buckeye Boys State in June.

Young Democrats elect officers

The Wayne County Young Democrats have approved their organization's constitution and elected officers.

John Maglio begins his 10,000 Door campaign

Democratic candidate John Maglio to begin his 10,000 Door campaign.

To the Editor:

Wife of candidate asks for your support.

To the Editor:

Writer expresses support for Captain Charles Hardman for Wayne County Sheriff.

To the Editor:

This Letter to the Editor asks for support for Travis Hutchinson in the campaign for Wayne County Sheriff.

To the Editor:

In this Letter to the Editor, Charles Hardman is qualified to be an effective, experienced leader as the next Wayne County Sheriff.

Letters to the Editor

In this Letter to the Editor, the writer states that Charles Hardman is the most qualified candidate for sheriff.

Letter to the Editor

In this Letter to the Editor, voters are urged to select Travis Hutchinson as the new Wayne County Sheriff.

To the Editor:

In this Letter to the Editor, the writer deems Charles Hardman the better choice.

To the Editor:

In this Letter to the Editor, voters are urged to select Travis Hutchinson as the new Wayne County Sheriff.

To the Editor:

In this Letter to the Editor, the writer is endorsing Travis Hutchinson for Wayne County Sheriff.

To the Editor:

According to this Letter to the Editor, Captain Charlie Hardman is recognized as a true leader within the Wayne County Sheriff's Department

To the Editor:

This Letter to the Editor states that it is important for the new sheriff to have specific firsthand experience.

To the Editor:

Writer supports Charles Hardman as next sheriff.

To the Editor:

In this Letter to the Editor, the writer is asking that voters elect Charles Hardman as sheriff.

To the Editor:

This writer finds Charles Hardman to be the better choice for sheriff.

To the Editor:

This Letter to the Editor expresses the opinion that Charles Hardman is the best candidate for sheriff.

To the Editor:

This Letter to the Editor expresses support for Charles Hardman for sheriff.

To the Editor:

Writer supports Charles Hardman as next sheriff.

State of the City address – Looking back at 2011

During his State of the City address before city council Feb. 6, Wooster Mayor Bob Breneman looked back on the milestones the city reached in 2011.

Congressional mobile office rolls into Wooster

Congressman Jim Renacci's staff set up shop at the Wayne County Public Library Jan. 23 to assist constituents with problems.

Agreements with labor unions helping city/county deal with tough economic times

By agreeing to multiyear wage freezes, local labor unions are helping the city and county get through tough economic times.

Secretary Husted receives additional signatures for citizen-initiated dog auctions statute

Secretary of State announces 4,086 signatures submitted from petitioners.

Lieutenant governor discusses future of Ohio’s insurance industry

One of Ohio's significant industries will be affected by the federal health care reform plan.

Fifteen-year-old Amish girl shot while driving her buggy

A 15-year-old Fredericksburg Amish girl died from a Thursday night shooting while driving her buggy home on a county road.

Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor to hold public discussion

Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor will be at the Wooster YMCA, Monday, Dec. 12.

Renacci: Veterans Day a time to reflect and thank those who have served

Rep. Jim Renacci gives a statement regarding Veterans Day.

Wayne County voters cast their ballots

Wayne County voters headed to the polls Nov. 8 to have their voices heard on the dozens of races and ballot initiatives up for their consideration in the fall general election.

Cast your vote!

Polls in Wayne County will remain open until 7:30 p.m. this evening for voters to cast their votes in the fall 2011 general election.

To the Editor

Local resident says Dave Todaro is the right person for the job.

To the Editor

Local resident urges voters to cast a yes vote for Dave Todaro for judge.

To the Editor

Wooster resident supports Todaro for judge.

To the Editor

Wooster resident supports Todaro.

Contenders face off at Candidates Night

Candidates in the three contested races to be decided by the voters of Wooster faced off Oct. 27 during Candidates Night at the Wayne County Public Library.

To the Editor

Doylestown resident encourages voters to elect Dave Todaro.

Wayne County voters to decide a number of issues on Election Day

The voters of Wayne County will be asked to decide the fate of no less than 129 different ballot initiatives and races on Election Day 2011.

To the Editor

Wooster resident says Dave Todaro best candidate for the position of judge.

Casting a vote on Election Day

With the Nov. 8 fall general election just around the corner, voters can find all the information they need to know on how and where to cast their ballots at the Wayne County Board of Elections.

To the Editor:

Jon Ansel endorses Dave Todaro for judge in the Wayne County Municipal Court.

Issue 13 shines a light on prescription drug abuse

Prescription drug abuse may be everywhere, but the approval of a .25 mil replacement levy for the MEDWAY Drug Enforcement Agency will allow the fight against prescription drug abuse to go on.

Stutzman not competent to stand trial

Will undergo treatment at psychiatric hospital to restore competency.

Debating the merits of Issue 2

As voters prepare to head to the polls to decide the fate of Issue 2, a pair of experts debated the merits of the ballot initiative that seeks to uphold Senate Bill 5.

Village of Holmesville seeks levy renewals on Nov. 8 ballot

Village officials urge voters to approve two levies to fund streets and streetlight maintenance in Holmesville.

Jackson Day Dinner speakers energize the crowd

The supporters of the Wayne County Democratic Party who gathered for the annual Jackson Day Dinner came away energized by the speeches of party leaders.

Renacci listens to constituents concerns

Financial matters dominated Congressman Jim Renacci's recent Conversation with Your Congressman event at The College of Wooster Sept. 28.

Rep. Renacci’s statement on Wooster town hall meeting

Rep. Jim Renacci releases a statement following his Conversation with Your Congressman on Wednesday, Sept. 28.

Wise honored for 41 years of public service

After 41 years of public service, John Wise, Wayne County Emergency Management Agency director, has earned a well deserved retirement.

Chamber’s PAC to host Issue 2 debate

Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce to host a debate on Issue 2.

Witnesses, statements to police conflict on alleged murderer’s whereabouts

Friend's testimony, May 16 interview with police part of testimony in murder trial's second day.

Rep. Renacci: 10th anniversary of September 11 a time to pause and reflect

A statement from Rep. Jim Renacci on the 10th anniversary of September 11.

We Are Ohio holds grand opening for Wooster office

We Are Ohio, a citizen-driven bipartisan organization working to repeal Senate Bill 5, has a new office for their Wooster headquarters.

Renacci, Loebsack and Quigley introduce legislation to ensure Super Committee transparency

House Representatives work toward passing the Deficit Committee Transparency Act.

Homeless man files against ODOT eviction order

Claims 1823 tribal lands ruling grants use of property off U.S. 30.

Letter to the Editor

A letter to the editor on the impact of federal spending cuts on current and retired federal employees.

A Welcome form of government

Old friends Julie Hood and Ruby Miller have kept the peace in the hamlet of Welcome for nearly 40 years, and maintain the secret of their eadership is never to talk politics.

Maurer announces retirement after 15 years as county’s top law enforcement officer

After 15 years as the Wayne County sheriff, Thomas G. Maurer has decided not to seek a fifth term, thus announcing his retirement.

No re-election for Maurer; sheriff not on 2012 ballot

After 15 years as Wayne County sheriff, Thomas Maurer has announced that he will not seek re-election in 2012.

MEDWAY replacement levy heading to fall ballot

A .25 mil replacement levy for the MEDWAY Drug Enforcement Agency is on its way to the fall ballot.

School resource officer back on the job thanks to grant

Wooster City Schools Resource Officer Ken Linz will be back on the job this fall thanks to a grant obtained by the Wooster City School District.

County to seek $343,000 in CDBG funding

A trio of infrastructure projects and three local programs designed to assist low to moderate income residents of Wayne County will receive funding under the Community Development Block Grant program if Wayne County's grant application is accepted.

Commissioners approve 2012 tax budget

With the passage of the fiscal year 2012 tax budget, the process of completing the actual appropriations budget for next year is officially underway.

Council decides Gasche Street’s fate

Before adjourning for their one month summer recess, the members of Wooster City Council made their decision on The College of Wooster's request to close the one block portion of Gasche Street between University Street and Wayne Avenue.

Young Republicans visit Washington, D.C.

Wayne County Young Republicans travel to Washington, D.C. to visit the nation's Capitol and observe government in action.

Marijuana, Suboxone drug pleas in common pleas court

Andrew Stout pleaded Wednesday in Holmes County Common Pleas Court.

July 5 Wooster City Council meeting to be held at community center

With a larger than normal audience expected, Wooster City Council is moving its July 5 meeting to the Wooster Community Center.

Gibbs and Hall visit Holmes-Wayne Electric Co-Op

Congressman Bob Gibbs and State Rep. Dave Hall spoke to local residents during a recent legislative breakfast.

Peter W. Schramm to be guest speaker at County Line Historical Society meeting

Peter W. Schramm to be guest speaker at County Line Historical Society meeting.

Social Security information for those who serve in the military

Information is available to veterans at the Social Security office.


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