University of Akron Field Station expands science education
by Laura Bednar The University of Akron Field Station, located within the Bath Nature Preserve, has been a place for research, community engagement and education for almost 20 years. The Field Station was established in 1998 with the mission to “serve the needs of the people of northeastern Ohio through research, education and service that […]
Township Administrator’s Corner by Vito Sinopoli
As the first snow flurries of winter have already descended upon Northeast Ohio, the Bath Township Service Department is gearing up for the inevitable snow and ice that will soon blanket our community. With the winter season upon us, the township is taking proactive measures to ensure the safety and accessibility of our roads during […]
Trustees approve software for park visitors
by Laura Bednar Oct. 23 township trustees meeting Bath Township Trustees approved a $6,000 contract with Rec Desk Recreation Management Software to provide software for scheduling and management. Administrator and Police Chief Vito Sinopoli said the software is available on the township website and is used to coordinate shelter reservations in Bath parks and allows […]
Discover Bath Barns project moves forward
by Laura Bednar Nov. 6 township trustees meeting Becky Corbett and James McClellan, representing the Heritage Corridors of Bath committee, gave an update on the group’s initiative to highlight township barns, with the goal of creating a barn trail to complement Bath’s scenic byway. Trustees approved members of a subcommittee for the barn initiative: McClellan, […]
Revere Superintendent’s Corner by Dr. Michael Tefs
Analyzing State-Level Business Metrics Operating a public school system is often a heavy, but extremely gratifying lift. Balancing public assets with the education of our community’s youth takes deep analysis, strategy, and vision. Revere’s last operating levy was passed in May 2011. The school district has not had to request additional millage (revenue) for the […]
Solar eclipse hot topic for Revere board of education
by Sheldon Ocker Oct. 17 board of education meeting A rare solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024, offering both an educational opportunity and a logistical problem for the Revere school district. “It is the topic among schools,” Superintendent Michael Tefs said. “We have been talking in the community and with the PTA, and […]
Property reappraisal good news for Revere
by Sheldon Ocker Nov. 14 school board work session Rick Berdine characterized Summit County’s property reappraisal as good news, bad news for him personally, saying I don’t like it as a taxpayer, but I really like it as treasurer of Revere schools. In previewing his twice yearly five-year financial forecast for the board of education, […]
Revere earns high marks on state report card
by Laura Bednar The Revere Local School District received an overall five-star rating on the state report card this year. The Ohio Department of Education switched to a star-based system last year and five stars is defined as “significantly exceeding state standards” and the highest rating possible. Marcia Roach, curriculum coordinator at Revere Schools, said […]
Camp Manatoc celebrates 100 years of Scouting
by Wendy Turrell The Manatoc Scout Reservation in the Cuyahoga Valley celebrated its one hundredth anniversary in September with a weekend of special events and nostalgic recreations. In 1923, Karl Butler donated the original 400-acre property to the Boy Scouts of America. Now encompassing 600 acres, the reservation off Truxell Road is divided into Camp […]
Western Reserve Playhouse raises $10,000 with inaugural gala
by Alex Vukoder Billed as a one-night-only event, Western Reserve Playhouse’s unique take on the traditional gala, aptly named “The Gala,” proved to be a resounding success. A total of 105 guests attended the event, adhering to the “feel-good formal” dress code, and enjoying an evening filled with entertainment, inspiration and impact. The gala took […]
Bath remembers Penny Marquette
Former Bath Township Fiscal Officer Dr. Roberta “Penny” Marquette passed away Oct. 31. Penny held a master’s degree and doctorate in accounting and was an accounting professor at the University of Akron for 25 years, teaching and mentoring students at all levels. Penny served as the fiscal officer from 2004 to 2008, choosing not to […]
Grapevine by Alex Vukoder
In the last two years, Ryleigh Murphy, a nine-year-old at Bath Elementary School, has faced a series of ten surgeries, with an upcoming eleventh on the horizon to address cranial empyema – a rare condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid between the outermost layer of the brain and its covering membrane. Kier and Kelly […]
Revere pays tribute to veterans with songs, speeches
by Laura Bednar Revere High School students and first-graders from Richfield Elementary participated in the Nov. 10 Veterans Day program, celebrating with a breakfast, presentations and musical tributes. The day began with a breakfast for veterans and their families, followed by a presentation from the first-graders, who sang three songs and read two poems recognizing […]
Bath Elementary Students of the Month
Bath Elementary Students of the Month Grade 3: Hannah Hill Hannah is an absolute ray of sunshine. She strives to do her best and it shows by the pride she takes in her work every day. Hannah is friendly, polite and cares for others around her. She is a leader in the classroom and approaches her work […]
Revere soccer team has near miss, but there’s always next year
by Sheldon Ocker It’s not an exaggeration to say that preparation for the Division II state soccer championship begins in kindergarten for kids in the Revere school district. By the time they’re in fourth or fifth grade, athletes in the Revere youth soccer program are ready to give voice to their thoughts. Nick DePompei, head […]
December Plant of the Month: beautyberry
Submitted by the Bath Gamma Garden Club As the last flowers of autumn fade away, it’s time to turn our attention to other attributes of plants that offer winter interest. Think in terms of berries. Not only will you give your garden a boost, but you will also be providing your local wildlife with […]
Bath Gamma Garden Club
Bath Gamma Garden Club The Bath Gamma Garden Club will hold its annual winter holiday party on Wednesday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. at Hale Farm Gate House. Members will bring appetizers, salads and desserts to share, and officers for next year will be installed. This will be the last meeting of the year, and […]
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Holiday events scheduled at Revere schools
The Bath School orchestra will have its first performance Dec. 7 in the high school auditorium. The Revere Middle School spelling bee is scheduled for Dec. 8. The Revere high school/middle school holiday choir concert will be Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. at the high school. The Revere Middle School holiday band concert is scheduled […]
Bath Fire Department accepting Toys for Tots
The Bath Township Fire Department is an official “Toys for Tots” donation location again this year. The Toys for Tots program, started by the U.S. Marine Corps, collects new toys for less fortunate children during the holiday season. Community members can drop off new, unwrapped toys for toddlers through teenagers at the Bath Fire Station […]
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Protect Your Family with CO Detectors
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating Carbon Monoxide. Unfortunately, each year it seems these words are used to describe the cause of death for a local family. Not only do 400 people die each year as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning, another 20,000 visit the emergency room and over 4,000 are hospitalized. What bothers […]
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Rethinking Recycling with ReWorks
by Marcie E. Kress, Executive Director, ReWorks It’s that time of year when we tend to generate a lot more material that we want to recycle – from packaging and wrapping paper to plastic films and bags. Many of these things, however, do not belong in your home recycling cart. Placing items in your home […]
Two incumbents fall in school board election
by Laura Bednar The Revere Local Schools Board of Education will welcome two new members and one returning member following the Nov. 7 election. Natalie Rainey (4,807 votes) was the top vote-getter, followed by incumbent Courtney Stein at 4,486 and newcomer Kasha Brackett at 3,141, according to unofficial results from the Summit County Board of […]
Open Arms Adoptions hosts informational open house
Open Arms Adoptions is hosting an informational open house at Northside Marketplace, 21 Furnace St., in Akron, on National Adoption Day, Saturday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. This gathering offers attendees the chance to interact with the Open Arms Adoptions staff, gain in-depth insights into adoption programs, pose questions and enjoy light refreshments while […]
Pete Nance just trying to join the family business
by Sheldon Ocker LeBron James, all by himself, makes Bath Township a bedrock for basketball talent. But when it comes to quality and quantity within the township, nothing beats the Nance family. Larry Sr. played 13 seasons in the NBA and was a three-time All-Star. Son Larry Jr. is starting his 10th season in the […]
Township Administrator’s Corner by Vito Sinopoli
To ensure sustainable development and respond to the evolving needs of the community from a land-use perspective, Bath Township took the important step of establishing a Comprehensive Plan Review Committee. Resident volunteers, many with land-use experience, were selected to participate on this committee and have been tasked with the responsibility of thoroughly reviewing and evaluating […]
County services available to residents
by Laura Bednar Sept. 25 township trustees meeting Keri Newman, executive assistant in the Summit County Department of Community and Economic Development, presented information on services available to Summit County residents. The first was lead poisoning abatement. County homeowners and landlords can apply for grant money to remove lead-based paint hazards in homes built before […]
Fire department receives record number of calls
by Alex Vukoder Oct. 10 township trustees meeting September calls to the Bath Fire Department for assistance totaled 150, bringing the year-to-date total to 1,226. This is trending above the number of calls received this time last year. In 2022, the fire department handled the highest call volume in its recorded history. “We are expecting […]
Revere Superintendent’s Corner by Dr. Michael Tefs
Workforce development at Revere Middle School I am truly inspired by the philanthropy, vision, and mission of the Revere Schools Foundation. The foundation’s mission to promote experiential learning, produce leaders and protect our kids is so greatly appreciated. RSF continues to be an amazingly value-added partner for us. The Revere communities are keenly aware, I […]