Richfield Brewery the next big thing for Historic District
by Sheldon Ocker Richfield Village officials have been on a mission to energize the downtown Historic District and turn it into something of a destination zone. The influx of Cleveland water, additional parking and burying electric lines serve that objective, as does Olesia’s Taverne of Richfield. Now, along comes Mike Lytz, who owns Sarah’s Vineyard […]
Truck driver aimed his truck at two Richfield officers
by Sue Serdinak Two Richfield officers narrowly escaped injury or death on May 11 when a semi truck was driven at them on I-271northbound, near the Route 303 exit. Officer Jake Totten was on the side of the highway, having just placed spike stripes across the lanes to stop a speeding truck being driven by […]
Goat Derby drew a fun crowd
About 1,000 people attended the inaugural Goat Derby held at the Richfield Heritage Preserve on May 6. With live music playing, food trucks were on hand to feed the crowd. Contests were held for best costume, most creative costume, most creative hat and best-dressed couple. Raffle baskets were part of the fun. Modeled after the […]
Thanks for supporting levy
To the Editor, We appreciate the opportunity to express our gratitude to the voters of Richfield Township for overwhelmingly supporting our waste-hauling levy on May 2, 2023. You battled a steady rain, and even some snowflakes, to exercise your right to vote. Thanks to you, the excellent service we receive from Rumpke will continue! Richfield […]
Historic district draws family to town
A new house is coming to the Richfield downtown historic district, to be built this year on Broadview Road, across from Olesia’s Taverne of Richfield. Ashley Carroll, like her husband, a pharmacist from Pennsylvania, followed spouse Luke’s career to the Cleveland area. They rented a home while Ashley looked for a community where they wanted […]
Mayor’s Corner
Summer is here!! I wish everyone safe and fun travels. In my travels around the village I have noticed a lot of people walking. This is great fun and exercise. I have also noticed many people walking with the flow of traffic. Please make sure you are facing traffic when walking. It is the safest […]
Council confronted by unwelcome truck, storage unit parking
by Sue Serdinak May 2 village council meeting Planning and Zoning Director Brian Franz presented photos and data about trucks parking in unauthorized locations and storage containers being used for cheap storage throughout the village. Police Chief Michael Swanson said there are many incidents involving transient truckers parking in Richfield and nefarious activities that occur […]
Outdoor recreation facilities put on hold
by Sue Serdinak May 15 village council meeting Although Mayor Michael Wheeler and Richfield Village Council have agreed to build a basketball court at Richfield Woods Park and tennis and pickleball courts on village property, possibly near Town Hall, both projects are on hold. Wheeler and council debated for several months where the pickleball and […]
Township Corner
I want to extend a big thank you to the Richfield Township residents who voted for our trash-hauling replacement levy in May. We were able to keep the levy at 1.1 mills, even with the significant increase in the cost of the contract. The township will continue to provide excellent waste removal and recycling services. […]
Township to unveil new website
by Dan Holland May 4 township trustees meeting Residents of Richfield Township will soon have access to an updated and revamped township website. Designed by Revize, the new website was paid for using American Rescue Plan Act funds the township received in 2021-2022. The current website, which was developed more than ten years ago, is […]
Richfield Joint Recreation District board ratifies 800-page strategic plan
by Sue Serdinak April 24 board meeting The meeting of the Richfield Joint Recreation District board opened with the swearing-in of newest member, Steve McPeake, by Richfield Township Trustee Don Laubacher. A township resident, McPeake is the former president and CEO of North Coast Community Homes. He was executive director and manager of other development […]
Superintendent’s column
by Dr. Michael Tefs Graduation for the Class of 2023 will take place on Saturday, June 3, inside E.J. Thomas Performance Hall. We are super excited to celebrate and recognize this very special class. Listen carefully around 2:15 p.m. on that day, as I am sure you will hear our applause … even from downtown […]
School board hears suicide prevention procedures
by Sheldon Ocker May 9 school board work session One byproduct of the isolation created by the two-year ordeal with COVID-19 has been an uptick in suicide attempts and thoughts of suicide among teenagers. Consequently, the challenge of preventing suicide and identifying kids who seriously consider ending their lives has fallen on school counselors, teachers […]
Five-year forecast suggests new levy likely
by Sheldon Ocker May 16 school board meeting Revere Schools Treasurer Rick Berdine described his latest five-year financial forecast as “pretty much unchanged’’ to the board of education. As per state law, Berdine updates the forecast in May and November each year. He cautioned about two developments that adversely affect the school district’s revenues: an […]
Summer concerts scheduled for June and July
The village recreation department has scheduled free summer concerts for four dates in June and July. All concerts will be held on the village Green, from 6-8 p.m. Bring your own blanket or chair and picnic food, if desired. Food trucks will also be on site. In case of rain the concerts will be held […]
Artisans sought
The Friends of Richfield Heritage Preserve are looking for artisans to sell their handmade/handcrafted items at the Winter Wonders event. The event will be held on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Lodge in Richfield Heritage Preserve. Space rental is $50. Artisans must provide their own 6-foot rectangular table. Spaces are limited […]
New activities and talent show planned for Community Day
Bath-Richfield Kiwanis continues to plan for Richfield Community Day, which will be held on Sunday, August 13. Several new activities have been added to the roster, combined with the annual raffle and interesting booths of local non-profit organizations. Residents of the Revere community are invited to participate and demonstrate their singing, dancing, instrumental and comedy […]
Reuse Plan imminent Brandywine Golf Couse in Peninsula
by Judy Stringer Reuse plans for the 15 acres of the former Brandywine Golf Couse that sits on the Cuyahoga River could be released by the end of the year. “There’s a lot of moving parts,” said Stacey Rusher,park projects director for the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park, “but hopefully by the end of this […]
Freedom Trail Phase III is complete in Akron
Freedom Trail Phase III in Akron is now complete, offering bikers and hikers a newly paved path extending from Eastwood Avenue to East Mill Street. Also opened this year is the Middlebury Road Trailhead in Tallmadge and an extension of Freedom Trail Phase I to a new parking lot. Freedom Trail is a multipurpose trail […]
Heart of Revere holds ‘Kiss a Pig’ contest
by Laura Bednar Heart of Revere held its latest fundraiser, in which students from each school in the Revere district chose a teacher or staff member to kiss a live pig during an all-school assembly. Heart of Revere is a nonprofit that serves families in Bath and Richfield dealing with financial hardship. The “Kiss a […]
Revere notes
Six Revere High students excelled in the annual Business Competition, where students brainstorm a product, design it, manufacture it, then market it. The Revere students earned $10,000 worth of scholarship money for their achievements. The six: Ally Meixner, Emily Garlesky, Jessica Yi, Ria Mahapatra, Sage Owens and Aiden Zapisek. Revere Middle School student Ali Schimmoeller […]
Police Beat
Information provided by the Richfield Police Department compiled by Ken Miles A gentleman chicken rancher on Roberts Drive finds himself in occasional conflict with a neighbor when one of his flock breaches its containment, and while doing what chickens do, does it in the neighbor’s yard. One afternoon the rancher heard the report of an […]
Community Garage Sale is June 3
The Richfield Civic Organization, with the support of the Richfield Times, is sponsoring the 41st annual Richfield Community garage sale on Saturday, June 3. Bargains will be found at 96 locations. Shopping hours are from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. unless otherwise noted. A numbered list, arranged alphabetically by street, is provided below. The map […]
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Have You Talked to Your Loved Ones About These Uncomfortable Topics?
By Ann E. Salek, Attorney at LawCritchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Ltd. As an attorney, I help many people get their documents in order appointing their financial power of attorney, health care power of attorney, executor, trustee, etc. However, many clients do not involve their children in making those decisions. Consequently, the family may not know […]
Girls on the Run receives $25,000 from Rite Aid
Girls on the Run Northeast Ohio receives $25,000 from Rite Aid Healthy Futures Girls on the Run Northeast Ohio has received a $25,000 grant from Rite Aid Healthy Futures, designed to combat health disparities and advance fitness and friendships among adolescent girls. Girls on the Run is a leader in positive youth development, and its […]
The Humane Society of Summit County – Putts for Pets
The Humane Society of Summit County is hosting its annual “Putts for Pets” golf fundraiser at Silver Lake Country Club. The outing, which includes 18 holes of golf, games, a raffle and dinner, will be held Monday, July 10. Registration is available for individual golfers and groups of four. Tickets and information on sponsorship opportunities […]
Brecksville family fulfills dream by opening campground
by Martin McConnell Brecksville residents Terry and Janet Schoen have long been willing campers, and their family members avid outdoorsmen. The couple has dreamed of owning a campground.That dream was realized with the opening of Valley Overlook at Camp Mueller, 4451 Akron Peninsula Rd. With reservations already being taken, the two are thrilled to bring […]
Humane Society of Summit County announces 2023 car raffle
Humane Society of Summit County announces 2023 car raffle The Humane Society of Summit County is hosting its annual car raffle, and one lucky ticket holder will receive the grand prize of a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Sport. Raffle tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100 with a maximum of 5,000 tickets sold. Tickets are […]
Avoid ticks this season with natural repellents
Submitted by Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Ellen Daniels Some experts are predicting a nasty spring tick season, with several types of ticks biting unwary people, dogs and cats. There are three types of ticks in Ohio: blacklegged, Lone Star and brown dog. Many people are unaware that ticks often crawl up clothing and can end up on your […]
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Let’s Talk About Hybrid Water Heaters
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating With the discussion about electrification becoming more and more prevalent, we are getting an abundance of calls about converting to hybrid water heaters. So, what exactly is this new technology about?Hybrid water heaters are super-high-efficient electric heaters that generate hot water for about one-third the cost of conventional electric […]
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Rethinking with ReWorks: ReWorks’ Document Shredding and Recycling Program
by Marcie E. Kress, Executive Director, ReWorks In July, our document shredding and recycling event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 8, at Longwood Park, 1566 E. Aurora Rd. in Macedonia.This service is open to both residents and businesses of Summit County. ReWorks offers the event at multiple locations throughout the county and […]
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Recession Fears & Portfolio Moves
by Kevin Kroskey, CFP®, MBA Is the U.S. economy is heading toward a recession? This question is seemingly perennial, but no doubt has been a hot topic in the last year. Google Trends has shown the search for ‘recession’ is up several hundred percent since 2022.I’ve also been asked the recession question with much more […]
Revere notes
by Sheldon Ocker More than 90% of the Revere High School senior class will do an internship and give a presentation about their experience the final week of May. High school students are signing up for the 10 events planned for Class Day on April 27. The senior class has a secret theme in the […]
Country Maid Orchard has grown to 4,000 trees, berries and vegetables
Homemade ice cream draws the crowds by Dan Holland Preparations to open and run Country Maid Ice Cream and Orchard on Route 303 take on a number of different forms for siblings Don, Steve and Rose Marie Torma of Richfield, who have owned and operated the landmark business for 45 years, ever since acquiring it […]
Humbled by 600 volunteers for Rise Against Hunger
by Mayor Michael Wheeler We gathered at the Revere High School gym on April 15. We called it 120,000 Meals to Help End World Hunger. Wow! We did it. I am so humbled. We exceeded our goal by making 120,528 meals in just two hours and five minutes. In addition, we made many new friends […]
AMVETS parade and Kiwanis breakfast set for Memorial Day weekend
Richfield AMVETS Post 176 will head up the commemoration of Memorial Day on May 29. Starting at 7:45 a.m., they will place a wreath at Fairview Cemetery. They will lead the annual parade to West Richfield Cemetery at 9:45. All members of the Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Brownies, Cub Scouts, Revere Youth Football Associates, Masons, […]
Final call for Garage Sale sign-up
The 41st Annual Community Garage Sale, sponsored by the Richfield Civic Organization and supported by The Richfield Times, will be held on Saturday, June 3, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The sign-up deadline has been extended to May 4. Download the sign-up form from richfieldcivicorganization.org or print your ad of 18 words or less and mail […]
Public invited to land-use planning event on May 31
A village sponsored land-use planning event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 31, from 6-8 p.m. The event gives all Richfield residents an opportunity to add their voice and ideas to help build a better Richfield community and give all a better awareness of change. All Richfield residents are invited and encouraged to attend. It will […]
Appointment of new board members
Revere welcomes one new Revere Board of Education member and two new appointed Cuyahoga Valley Career Center members. During the March 14 regular board of education meeting, Courtney Stein was appointed as the newest member of the board, taking the seat vacated by former elected member, Mike Kahoe, who resigned in late February due to […]
Mayor’s Corner
District 4 of Ohio Department of Transportation released an update on state route road paving including information that work began on Monday, April 10, to resurface routes 176 and 303. Route 176 will be repaved between I-77 and Boston Rd and Route 303 from the Medina County line to the western Peninsula limit. The estimated […]
Council approves athletic facility in planned commerce district
by Sue Serdinak April 4 village council meeting The executive offices and warehouse of the former Staples building on Highlander Parkway was closed in 2021, another example of the business and workplace shift occurring in the country. The vacant building and parking area occupy over four acres in Richfield Village’s Planned Commerce District. The closure […]
Underground wiring coming to historical district
by Sue Serdinak April 18 village council meeting Council suspended readings and passed legislation to enter into a contract with Tri Mor Road Builders to install conduit and underground infrastructure for underground burial of electric lines wiring around the Grant Street, Broadview Road area, surrounding the future site of the Richfield Brewing Company. According to […]
Township Corner
May 2, 2023, is Election Day. Please vote for our trash-hauling levy which, if passed, will continue the great service we receive for the same 1.1 mills. The week of May 1 is the first of three weeks we offer free curbside chipping service to our residents. Please check our website for information. Speaking of […]
Additional ARPA fund usage authorized for generator relocation
by Dan Holland April 6 township trustees meeting Richfield Township trustees approved an additional expenditure of $14,550, using American Rescue Plan Act funds received in 2021-2022, to complete the installation of a backup generator for the township administrative and service department building located at 3038 Boston Mills Rd. Trustees at their Nov. 3 meeting approved […]
Historic district getting some changes
Large trees were removed from the property south of the corner of routes 303 and 176. Two garages will be razed to make space for parking, according to Steven Gerbasi, the owner of the property. He plans to open a specialty retail store in the former antique store. Photo by S. Serdinak.
Park director praises park volunteers
by Sue Serdinak March 27 RJRD meeting The board of the Richfield Joint Recreation District is working to define its relationships among the park board, the park director and the volunteer groups, Friends of Richfield Heritage Preserve and Oviatt House. The co-champion concept has been considered, but the board has not formalized that relationship. The […]