New Richfield fire truck ready to make its debut
by Sheldon Ocker So you want to buy a fire truck. Not a $15 Hot Wheels model for your kid, a real live pumper to extinguish fires with 2,000 feet of hose and a thousand-gallon water tank. A shiny new red and black pumper recently was delivered by Pierce Manufacturing – maker of “custom fire […]
90-year celebration is May 18
To celebrate the 90th anniversary of the founding of the Richfield Fire Department, a party will be held on Saturday, May 18. It will begin at 2 p.m. and at 2:30, the tradition of pushing a fire truck into its bay will take place, followed by Fire Chief George Seifert and former Fire Chief Phil […]
Former Richfield Mayor Don Larsen leaves legacy of collaboration
by Sue Serdinak During eight years as mayor of Richfield Village, Donald Larsen kept a watchful eye on the community. His election came during a period when verbal confrontations by council toward the mayor were frequent. Larsen’s quiet but authoritative demeanor helped calm the rhetoric. Larsen made good on his promise to serve senior residents. […]
Parade and Kiwanis breakfast set for Memorial Day weekend
Richfield AMVETS Post 176 will head up the commemoration of Memorial Day on May 27. Starting at 7:45 a.m., they will place a wreath at Fairview Cemetery, then 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, fire […]
Town Trust grants issued
Annually, for the last 18 years, the Richfield Town Trust has awarded grants to property owners in the Richfield Historic District, to help defray the cost of maintaining century buildings. This year, Dr. Neal Sivula, of the Dancin Paws Veterinary Clinic, and Dave Winar, of Winar Connections, each received $5,000 to help pay for renovation […]
Comprehensive Land Use Plan public presentation set for May 15
Highlights from the Comprehensive Land Use Plan will be shared, including results from all the public input and recommendations on May 15. The public will have the opportunity to ask questions and share feedback. Consultants, steering committee members, and village staff will be on hand to answer any questions. All residents and local businesses are […]
Mayor’s Corner by Mayor Michael Wheeler
It is with sadness that we say goodbye to former Mayor Don Larsen who passed away on April 10. Elected in 1995, Don served through December 31, 2003, and did many great things as mayor. We can thank Don for the best senior center in Summit County, as well as for merging the township and […]
Village to borrow $2.7 million for pump station
by Sue Serdinak April 2 village council meeting Richfield Village Council took the first step to borrow $2.7 million to replace the village’s main wastewater pump station on Brecksville Road. The loan would come from the Ohio EPA with an interest rate of 1.92% for 20 years or 2.2% for 30 years. After the meeting, […]
Future of Grant Street debated; former mayor praised
by Sue Serdinak April 16 village council meeting Planning and Zoning Director Brian Frantz, landscape designer Rob Morgan and traffic engineer Kevin Westbrook presented a plan to Richfield Village Council for Grant Street and the roadways surrounding the Masonic Lodge and the brewery that is under construction. The plan shows Grant Street re-opening with two-way […]
Township Corner by Trustee Don Laubacher
The township and the Village of Richfield formed the Joint Economic Development District off Brecksville Road in 2005. Before 2020, the JEDD produced little revenue. Due to two large developments in the past few years, the township’s current annual share of the income and property tax (inside millage) in the JEDD is projected to exceed […]
Trustees honor outgoing fiscal officer, welcome new
by Dan Holland April 4 township trustees meeting Richfield Township Trustees passed a proclamation of appreciation to longtime Fiscal Officer Laurie Pinney who was defeated in the Nov. 7, 2023 election by newcomer Vik Sandhu. “Laurie was appointed as Richfield Township Fiscal Officer Aug. 13, 2003, so she served for 21 years and she did […]
Revere Superintendent’s Corner by Dr. Michael Tefs
Schools and cell phones Cell phones are in, seemingly, everyone’s possession. The National Institute of Health reported in 2022 that 95% of teens have access to a cell phone. By the age of 11, about half of children in the U.S. own a smartphone, according to Common Sense Media, 2023. Cell phones are an incredibly […]
Board approves student release for religious training
by Sheldon Ocker April 16 school board meeting The Revere Schools Board of Education approved a new policy to allow students to leave school during class time to take religious instruction beginning with the 2024-25 school year. Released time for religious training has been codified into state law and adopted by several districts in Ohio, […]
Amity House rental should happen this summer
by Sue Serdinak March 25 Richfield Joint Recreation District meeting Richfield Joint Recreation District Park Director John Piepsny reported that the Friends of Richfield Heritage Preserve have completed restoration work on the Amity House and “many people are waiting to rent it.” He said rentals will be delayed until Summit County inspections are complete. He […]
Hail to the eclipse
Families, friends and out-of-town visitors watched the eclipse together in Richfield on April 8. They had come from several states and Canada and rented every hotel room that was available in Richfield. They could choose any of three organized viewing locations, all offering food and music, including Richfield United Church of Christ, who donated their […]
One Million Step Mayor’s Challenge issued to all
Richfield residents are invited to sign up for a May step challenge, the One Million Step Mayor’s Fitness Challenge. Teams of four people will aim to walk a combined total of 1 million steps in the month of May. Every member of a team that reaches one million steps will win a T-shirt and be […]
Swap gas lawnmowers for gift cards
Akron Regional Air Quality Management District, a service of Summit County Public Health, announced additional items eligible for rebates as part of the lawn mower exchange program MowGREENER. The ARAQMD said fossil fuel-burning lawn maintenance equipment produces a significant amount of air pollution. According to the California Air Resources Board, using a gasoline lawnmower for […]
Registration open for golf outing
Links for Education golf outing (June 12, 2024) Registration is now open for the Richfield Chamber of Commerce “Links for Education” golf outing, sponsored by GMS, which will be held on Wednesday, June 12, at St. Bernard Golf Club in Richfield. The event is a four-person scramble. Check-in, lunch and a putting contest begin at […]
Wheeler receives humanitarian award
by Sue Serdinak Michael Wheeler, mayor of Richfield Village, was presented with the Harold K. Stubbs Award for having a positive impact in the community. Wheeler said being recognized with eight other accomplished and dedicated recipients “will be one of the top award experiences I will have.” “I was humbled to be chosen and to […]
Centenarians honored
Regina Health Center hosted a centenarian celebration on April 12 with six 100+-year-old residents, their families and staff. Mayor Michael Wheeler offered proclamations honoring their 600+ years of life. The centenarians are Alice Seymour, Bernice Raineri, Renata “Rina” DiFranco Strizzi, Aileen Norton, Libby Kaczynski and Helen Herman. ∞
Student is celebrated for state office
The Bath Richfield Kiwanis Club recently honored Parisa Nosrati for being elected Lt. Governor of the Ohio Key Club. Pictured are Terry Bennet, Kiwanis member; Katie Ryan, Revere Key Club advisor; Sheza Qasim, Revere Key Club president; Parisa Nosrati; Neha Yadavalli, Revere Key Club secretary; and Ruth Jocek and Jerry Baley, Kiwanis members.
Richfield Tidbits
Pilot Travel Center, north of the Turnpike, recently completed major remodeling of the interior and exterior of the building, including the Wendy’s restaurant. The Quality Inn also is renovating. They re-opened their once popular bar, Barney Googles, on the days surrounding the eclipse, when they were booked to capacity. They hope to open the bar […]
Retired Revere teacher writes a forest fable
by Donna Apidone Leave it to a former third-grade teacher to deliver life lessons in a fascinating package. Michael Schauer spent his entire public school career teaching in the Revere Local School District. Schauer, 68, lives in Cuyahoga Falls and retired after 30 years. He begins his book,“The Lost Hamsters of Barnaby Bunch,” with an […]
Oviatt House receives large antique donation
Brandywine Falls Inn in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park has been a popular place for-out-of-towners to stay while visiting the park, with the falls visible from their doorstep. Katie and George Hoy had operated the inn for 36 years, but decided it was time to sell. Over their years of ownership, they had decorated the […]
CVCC receives $9 million grant; students expect bright future
by Dan Holland Expansion plans Plans to expand the cluster of construction programs at Cuyahoga Valley Career Center are currently in the works. In November, the school received a $9.05 million Career and Technical Education Construction Grant from the state of Ohio, which will be used to build additional lab space to accommodate a growing […]
Revere Notes
Revere High School students Kayla Amick and Emily Nelson were honored for their achievements outside the classroom. Nelson, a sophomore, was named 2024 Northeast Ohio Teen of Impact by the American Heart Association. Nelson’s mother went into cardiac arrest before her daughter was born and was saved by CPR. She suffered another heart attack followed […]
Bath Elementary Students of the Month
Grade 3: Blake Waterman Blake is kind to his friends and respectful to his teachers. He is a hardworking student who puts forth his best effort every day. Blake has been an added ray of sunshine to the class this year as a new Revere student. Grade 3: Lila Haddad Lila is a leader who is respectful, responsible […]
Revere Players got rave reviews for ‘Cinderella’
The Revere Players knocked it out of the park with their production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic, “Cinderella.” Vibrant art and culture was on display by the Revere students under the guidance and with the support of l staff members. Sara Pine led as director, supported by Assistant Director Kelsey Brewer-Johnson, Vocal Director Mike Wiley, […]
Revere students place in Ohio Reflections competition
Revere students attending all four schools were invited to participate in the PTAs Reflections program. They entered in the categories of literature, music composition, photography, visual arts, dance choreography and film production. Entries for 28 Revere students advanced to the Ohio competition, in which thousands of students competed. Five Revere students received awards. The work […]
Police Beat
Information provided by the Richfield Police Department, compiled by Ken Miles A 21-year-old Fairlawn man was killed after losing control of his Kawasaki motorcycle at a high rate of speed on 77 SB. He rear ended a Nissan Versa in the right lane causing it to swerve left, hit a tractor trailer and roll over […]
Bath-Richfield Kiwanis
Some of the Kiwanis activities for the month of May include landscaping at shelter care facilities and the Kiwanis Golf League at St. Bernard Country Club. Bath Richfield Kiwanis meets on Thursday evenings, 6-7:30 p.m. in Richfield at Fellowship Hall. Meetings include dinner and great speakers. Non-member guests are invited to attend. May meeting speakers […]
ACCESS Women’s Homeless Shelter Annual Fundraiser
ACCESS Women’s Homeless Shelter annual fundraiser, “The State of the Shelter Breakfast,” will be held Tuesday, May 14, from 8-9 a.m. at Quaker Station Banquet Hall, 135 South Broadway St. in Akron. Guests will get a peek at what occurred over the past year and hear the powerful story of the winner of the prestigious […]
Friends of Richfield Heritage Preserve
The Friends of Richfield Heritage Preserve are celebrating two monumental anniversaries this year: the 15-year anniversary of the group’s founding and the 10-year anniversary of the Friends partnering with the Richfield Together Campaign to promote the purchase of the former camp by the citizens of Richfield Village and Township. The Friends have kicked off the […]
Richfield Senior Center
Check out the latest happenings at the Richfield Senior Center. Games are played Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Bingo is on Thursday. Yoga is on Tuesday and Friday. Tai Chi is on Wednesday. The Fun Bus is out and traveling with weekly bus trips and monthly dinner outings. Come in and see where our adventures are […]
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Upcoming Home and Garden Events
Crown Point Ecology Center Spring Plant Sale: May 11-12 and 18, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Free admission. Crown Point Ecology Center, 3220 Ira Rd., Akron. Visit crownpointecology.org. Emerald Necklace Garden Club Plant Sale and Garden Faire: May 11, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Brecksville United Methodist Church, 65 Public Square, Brecksville. Citizens of Hale […]
Revere names new superintendent
April 23 special board of education meeting by Sheldon Ocker The Revere Board of Education selected its next superintendent after reducing a list of more than 30 candidates to three. Succeeding Dr. Michael Tefs, who resigned in January, is Dan White, who has been superintendent of the Keystone school district in Lorain County since 2018. […]
Revere superintendent aspirants quizzed
by Sheldon Ocker The three finalists for the post of Revere superintendent underwent a battery of questioning from four groups of stakeholders in a special board of education meeting on April 18 at the high school. Administrators, teachers, members of the board and residents of the Revere community separately interviewed each candidate for 45 minutes […]
Fourth-graders get free Western Reserve Historical Society access
Western Reserve Historical Society announced a new promotion for fourth- grade students in partnership with America 250-Ohio, the official state commission responsible for spearheading Ohio’s celebrations around America’s semiquincentennial in 2026. The 4th Grade History Pass is specifically designed for fourth-grade students across the state. Every fourth-grade student in Ohio will have the opportunity to […]
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Community invited to quiz superintendent finalists
A special meeting of the Revere Board of Education is scheduled for Thursday, April 18, from 5 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. in the high school media center. With the list of superintendent candidates trimmed to three – Keystone Schools Superintendent Dan White, Revere Middle School Principal Bill Conley and Solon Director of Operations Mike Acomb […]
Religious group lobbies for new policy
by Sheldon Ocker March 19 school board meeting The Revere Schools Board of Education briefly outlined a proposed new policy that would allow students at any level to take off-campus religious instruction during the school day. Several years ago, the state mandated this opportunity for religious training. As board member Courtney Stein explained, released time […]
Captivating astronomical event to attract crowds to Richfield
by Sue Serdinak All eyes will be on the sky on April 8 as Richfield and communities in 13 states from Eagles Pass, Texas, to Maine, will be in the path of a total solar eclipse. During this rare phenomenon, the moon will pass directly between the Earth and the sun, blocking sunlight for a […]
Revere community asked to participate in Project Pride on April 20
Community members of Bath Township, Richfield Village and Richfield Township are invited to participate in the annual roadside cleanup event known as Project Pride on Saturday, April 20. Rain or shine, the event will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at noon. Volunteers will meet at Revere High School, 3420 Everett Rd., to check-in, pick […]