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Clayton Phillips Indicted For Killing His Grandma Grandson Enters Not Guilty Plea to Charges By Cassandra Shofar There are several reasons Clayton Phillips, the 18-year-old accused of stabbing his Russell Township grandmother 41 times, needs to stay in jail, said Geauga County Prosecutor Jim Flaiz last Tuesday. First, two deadly weapons were used to kill 81-year-old Ruth Phillips sometime between Jan. 20 and Jan 21, Flaiz told Geauga County Common Pleas Judge Forrest Burt during Clayton’s 2 p.m. video arraignment. Second, Ruth, who lived at 8419 Cloverridge Road, was stabbed 41 times, the prosecutor said. Third, there was strong physical evidence linking Clayton to the murder, he said, adding within two hours of being released from the Geauga County Safety Center on Jan. 20, Clayton had his grandmother drive him to a store in Chardon. “He is seen on video tape purchasing the murder weapon,” Flaiz told Burt. “The defendant’s only connection to Ohio was his grandmother, who he murdered.” Clayton — who was recently indicted by a Geauga County grand jury on nine felony counts, including aggravated murder — had no other ties to Ohio, where he moved in August of 20 13 from Texas, Flaiz said. The prosecutor also told Burt Clayton had an escape
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conviction as a juvenile in Texas and was on probation at the time he is accused of murdering his grandmother. For these reasons, Flaiz requested Clayton’s bond be set at $5 million. Geauga County Public Defender Bob Umholtz — who entered written pleas on behalf of Clayton of not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity, the latter motion he withdrew Friday — requested a “more reasonable” bond be set and asked the court to order a competency evaluation. Burt asked Clayton if he were released from jail, would he have any place to go. “No,” Clayton said. “I appreciate your candor,” Burt replied, before agreeing to the state’s request, setting bond at $5 million.
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South Russell physician Dr. Mark Rood gave an update on the Affordable Health Care Act to members of the Geauga County Democratic Party.
Obamacare Widens Access to Healthcare Despite Bad Launch South Russell Physician Talks Pros, Cons of Affordable Care Act By Gwen Cooper Despite the problems in the launch of the Affordable Health Care Act, it’s helping people gain access to healthcare, South Russell family physician Dr. Mark Rood said Thursday night. “It’s having a few bumps along the road, but eight million people now have health insurance who did not have it before,” he said during a Hot Topics spaghetti dinner at the Geauga County Democratic Party headquarters. “As much
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as people complained about it, it’s working.” He anticipates more people will sign up for Obamacare for 20 15 and its acceptance will grow similar to how it did with Medicare and Medicaid. “In the short term, we will all feel some pain, but in three to five years, it will be accepted as a given,” he estimated. Rood explained he was speaking for himself and not expressing the views of the Cleveland Clinic, with which he is now employed by.
He sold his practice to the Cleveland Clinic in February, but retained ownership of his medical office building on Chillicothe Road. He said prior to the health care act, money spent on healthcare represented 18 percent of the economy and that figure was growing every year, a situation he said was “non-sustainable.” Rood said efforts to control costs did so at the expense of the patient’s health.
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Russell Trustees Discuss Projects, Recycling Center By Gwen Cooper
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Every year, West Geauga High School performs a mock car accident to show the possible results of drinking and driving for the seniors attending prom. First responders arrive at the scene to portray for them the real-life affects of driving under the influence.
Russell Township Trustees gave themselves until June 1 to decide whether to “redo” or relocate the community recycling center during their May 7 board meeting. The current drive-through and parking area behind the old fire station at the corner of Kinsman and Chillicothe Road was built on fill dirt and cannot hold up with the heavy truck traffic, said Trustee Justin Madden. The result is a rutted surface that needs upkeep, he said. Cost estimates to repair it range from $20,000 to $50,000, Trustee Gary Gabram said. “We’d better know where we want to put it permanently
before spending that kind of money,” he said. Trustee Jim Mueller suggested paving a 20-foot strip in the middle of the area that the trash haulers can use with their large trucks. Road Department Supervisor Gene Layne said the current location would need soil stabilization to avoid the large ruts and current problems with the surface. In other business, the derelict Kinstle house at 14020 Chillicothe Road in Russell is slated for demolition sometime on or after May 21. Green Vision Materials, a Newbury demolition company, will do the work at a cost to the township of $5,980.
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Obamacare from page 1 “With ACA, we now join the other developed nations in Europe as well as Canada with a more efficient system instead of having the wild, wild west in healthcare,” Rood added. “Before ACA, we spent four times more than the other developed nations for healthcare and received four times less quality for the money. “The managed care HMOs of the 1970s-1980s managed costs, not care,” he said. “Because the medical records were paper and not electronic, and did not funnel through a primary care doctor, every specialist had a piece of the pie, but no one had the total picture of a patient’s health.” As a result, duplicate tests were sometimes ordered, doubling the cost of care, and top name medications rather than less expensive generic drugs were prescribed. “Insurance companies commonly overruled doctors’ requests for expensive, but necessary procedures until multi-million dollar lawsuits ended the practice,” he said. What does the ACA do differently? Rood said under the ACA, doctors and hospitals will be compensated for working together to improve both quality care and eliminate waste, such as duplicate tests. Every patient will be tied to a primary care physician who will oversee the patient’s care. “Some of the harshest critics of ACA are specialist doctors who may see a drop in income as a result,” Rood said. “Hospitals geared to specialists are having to right-size their space.” He pointed out the figures are currently skewed to specialists, with 72 percent of Northeast Ohio doctors being specialists and only 28 percent being
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general medicine physicians. One of the challenges under the Affordable Health Care Act is having enough family physicians to meet the requirements of the law, Rood said. Because of this, there is a need for nurse practitioner to help fill the void. He explained that family physicians are more versatile in the type of care they can deliver and the range of patients they can treat, but historically are compensated far less than specialists. As a result, there are fewer family physicians. He cautioned patients that hospitals are now admitting patients under “observation,” which means their care may not be reimbursed by insurance, leaving the patients and their families with a large bill. “It’s a new strategy by some hospitals to deflect costs to the patient that Medicare will not pay for,” he said. Medicare used to pay for some questionable treatments, but not now, Rood said. He said ultimately it’s better for the patient. “As doctors, we have tremendous access to medications and procedures,” he said. “We have the ability to do harm by over prescribing, over treating and the ability to make you sicker than you are.”
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Show Belgians, Fieldstone Farm Tack Market, kids activities, draft horses, demonstratons, cow milking, cheese and ice cream making, horse- and tractordrawn wagon rides, the Farmpark’s gift shop and lunch or snack at the J & J Cafe. Admission is $4 for kids ages 2 to 11; $6 for ages 12 to 59; and $5 for ages 60 and older, and Farmpark members and children younger than 2 are free. 4-H groups receive discounted admission. Visit lakemetroparks.com or call 440256-2122 for more information.
May 18: What is Travel Soccer? May 15: Geauga County Tea Party 7 p.m. The Geauga County Tea Party will hold its next meeting at The West Woods, 9465 Kinsman Road, Russell Township. Join to celebrate Skip Claypool’s Geauga County Commissioner primary election win and plan strategies for winning in November. Visit www.geaugacountyteaparty.com for more information.
May 17: Clothing Swap 9 a.m. to noon The Children’s Ministry at Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township, will sponsor a Clothing Swap for Children and Teens. A clothing swap is when gently used clothes and shoes that children have outgrown can be swapped for larger gently used clothes and shoes. Vouchers can be redeemed between 9-11 a.m. May 17. Volunteers will be able to redeem vouchers one hour prior to the swap, beginning at 8 a.m. For those who did not make donations or do not have a voucher, the doors will be open from 11 a.m. to noon, when the clothing will be available free of charge. Any remaining items will be donated to a local charity. Call 440-729-4006 for more information.
May 17: Rummage Sale 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chester Christian Center A/G Church will be holding a rummage sale at the church, 11815 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. There will be lots of items to choose from for young and old alike. Proceeds benefit a short-term missions trip that is being planned for the summer of 2014 to Pridnestrovie, an area near Russia that is not recognized by the United Nations. Call 440-729-6203 for more information.
May 17-18: Lake Metroparks Farmpark HorseFest 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The majestic beauty, splendor and grace of the horse are all part of the “mane” event at HorseFest, located at Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road, Kirtland. Many opportunities to meet — up close — more than 20 breeds of horses from the very small miniatures to the very tall draft horses, including the Farmpark's very own Percheron and Belgians. Enjoy a variety of hands-on activities, presentations, training techniques and demonstrations for all ages. Enjoy the Wells Fargo Stagecoach, Cowboy Mounted Shooting, Clemson
Clarification It incorrectly was reported in last week’s issue that Chester Township Fiscal Officer Craig Richter said it was not a special meeting if he was not present taking notes. He said it was not a special meeting if trustees Bud Kinney and Ken Radtke did not attend the meeting and, therefore, he has no responsibility to complete minutes.
6:30 p.m. Any parent or player interested in moving beyond Rec Soccer and looking for the next step are welcome to join for an informational meeting prior to tryouts to help answer questions about travel soccer. Where: West Geauga Commons Pavilion, 14070 Chillicothe Road, Russell Township. Email David Patterson, dave@pattersonfarm.com, or call 440-336-5381, for more information.
May 22: Geauga Conservative Forum 7 p.m. The next meeting of the Geauga Conservative Forum will be held at the Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Guest speaker will be Judge Colleen Mary O’Toole, who will present and discuss the historic, economic and national implications of Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Crimea and the United States response. This will be an interesting and educational presentation explaining the ABC’s of the present modern crisis in relation to the historical timeline of U.S.-Russian relations. All are welcome. Refreshments served. Call 440-552-4385 for more information.
May 29: Rescue Village Open House 6-7:30 p.m. Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village, 15463 Chillicothe Road, Russell Township, will be holding a public open house to discuss the expansion and renovation of the current facility. Hope Brustein, executive director, will describe how these plans will allow Rescue Village to save more animals and increase humane education. Shelter tours will be available and refreshments will be served. Reservations are requested by May 22 at www.rvcampaign.org. Call 440-338-4819 ext. 50 or email campaignassociate@geaugahumane.org for more information.
June 7: Chesterland Cleanup/Recycling Day 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year, the township’s annual Chester Cleanup Day with the Kiwanis Shredding Day will be merged for a combined event with an increased attention to recycling. Held at West Geauga High School and middle school parking lots. Enter at 1340 1 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, and exit on 8611 Cedar Road, Chester Township. With proper planning, efficiently and sequentially drop off furniture, appliances and household items in good condition for resale by Geauga County’s Habitat for Humanity ReStore; a leave and take area for items no longer wanted, but that might be of use to someone else; electronics recycling; community cleanup waste; metal recycling; value metals recycling; and document shredding. This is a community event. Anyone wanting to volunteer or more information, call Ken Mantey, 440729-2869.
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May 26, 10 a.m. The Chester Township Park Board invites the community to the Memorial Day Observance at Chester Township Cemetery on Chillicothe Road. Ceremony held rain or shine. Plan to attend to honor the veterans who dedicated their lives to serving our
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The trustees are applying for a Moving Ohio Forward grant to cover the cost. If the money is not recouped, a lien will be placed on the property. The house, owned by John Kinstle, a Chagrin Falls dentist, was inspected for demolition and found to not contain asbestos, Madden said. In a previous meeting, he said Kinstle agreed to the demolition and that the township was working with his attorney. The house has been vacant and in disrepair for 25 years, Madden said. What prompted the demolition now was an inspection by the county building inspector. He found it to be an unsafe structure, he added. At the meeting, the trustees also identified Watt Road from Kinsman Road to Fairmount Road and Pekin Road from Kinsman Road to Watt Road as candidates for repaving in 2015. Bids were opened for resurfacing Hemlock Point Road and Larspur Lane paving project and were given to the Geauga County Engineer’s
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and are taught by American Red Cross certified instructors. There are six different levels and students will be evaluated the first day of lessons to place them in the correct level. The Tennis program has two sessions, one starting June 9 and one starting June 30. Each session will meet 12 times in a three-week period. Tennis takes place at the high school tennis courts and is open to children entering third through eighth grade this fall. The WGRC’s child friendly yoga classes are designed to develop/improve strength, balance, coordination and flexibility, improve concentration, focus and attention and encourage an overall sense of well-being in a non-competitive manner. These classes are open to girls and boys, ages 2 to 9. Classes engage children through child-friendly yoga poses, movement exploration, music, theme-related activities, visual imagery and relaxation. This program runs for five weeks on Thursdays starting June 26. The Sand Volleyball program is for both boys and girls entering third through eighth grade this fall. They will learn the basics of sand volleyball and play some recreational games. Registration for this program starts June 1 and additional information about dates and times will be available on the WGRC website. Visit www.wgrc.org for more information.
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Track Club a Favorite for West Geauga Runners By Jamie Ward The Maple Leaf Track Club is set to begin its 14th season under Mark Mendeszoon and Mark Shafer, who started the club in 2001, with help from Chardon varsity coach Eric Bartley, among others. Its history speaks for itself. Katelyn Feigt — formerly Williams — graduated from West G in 2007, the oldest of four Williams who all ran in the Maple Leaf Track Club. "Maple Leaf opened up so many doors for me in my athletic career, and I would have never ended up having a great D-I college experience if it weren't for Doc," Feigt said, referring to Mendeszoon, a surgeon. Her sister Kelly, a 2011 graduate, followed in her footsteps at West Virginia, and is now in her third year running. "Maple Leaf Track Club defined me as a runner," she said. "I learned not only the fundamentals of running from Doc, Coach Bartley, and Nick Continenza, but developed a love and passion for the sport as well." And Paedyn Gomes became involved in the Maple Leaf Track Club when some teammates told him about it at West Geauga High School. "It has proven to be one of the most positive experiences in my high
school career," said Gomes, who will run for Yale this fall. "I received instruction not only on my sprinting and hurdling technique but about safety, nutrition and preparing for athletics at the college level. I also met many new and great friends from other area schools." Gomes, a senior, is a favorite to qualify and even win a state championship in Columbus June 6 and 7. The Maple Leaf Track Club has raised several million dollars in scholarships by promoting local athletes, Mendeszoon estimates, and has put about $30,000 back into the Chardon Track and Field program. For instance, with the pay to play fees in Chardon being $350, the club raised enough to give counselors, who are current track athletes working with the younger kids of the summer camps, about $250 toward that fee last year. Mendeszoon, a runner from New York who moved to the area in 1995, remembers his desire to get back into coaching. "We sat down with (then-Chardon athletic director) Bob Francis and wanted a unified program," Mendeszoon said. "This was such a big football town then. We started with 25 kids that first year." But the club kept building, reaching
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Spring Bird Sit May 17, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eldon Russell Park A bird sit is a program where people sit in one spot for a period of time and record all birds seen and heard from that spot. Drop in or out anytime during program hours to sit a spell with a naturalist and help tally the spring bird life at this park. Follow signs to sit location. Dress for weather and bring a chair and binoculars. Partially wheelchair/stroller accessible.
Annual Spring Bird Walk Series May 18, 7:30-9:30 a.m. Swine Creek Reservation A series of six bird walks held in April and May to participate in a Greater Cleveland tradition since 1933. Seasoned bird watchers assist novices with observation and identification of birds during spring migration. All six walks at different parks. Dress for weather and bring a bird guide and binoculars.
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schools represented. "When the season is over, we train together and that's what builds a bond," Mendeszoon said. Said Kelly Williams, "The coaches have the ability to see untapped potential in athletes and coach them to develop into OHSAA state champions, NCAA All-Americans, NCAA Champions, and even Olympians. "I would encourage any student who is currently running track or considering track to sign up with the Maple Leaf Track Club,” added Gomes, “so that they can benefit from the coaches’ expert instruction and knowledge to maximize their potential as an athlete.” Planned club events include two cross country meets this falls and starting an indoor team for younger athletes with the help of Bartley and Shafer. For more details about the clinic, visit www.mapleleaftrackclub.com or email Mendeszoon at dr1zoom@roadrunner.com.
its peak in 20 06-20 07, when Emil Heineking and Luke Grau were breaking school records. The club has begun hosting a summer track clinic for kids ages 5 to 13 from June 10 to July 10 at the Chardon High School track. The $100 registration fee includes a T-shirt, competition singlet and entry fees to dual meets. Other meets could include optional fees. Also the club's Wednesday night track meets — June 11,18, 25 and July 2 — are open to all ages, with a cost of just $5 per event or $10 for unlimited entries. "That's the part I like most about the club," Mendeszoon said from his office at Precision Orthopaedic in Chardon. "It transcends school colors. You have some of the best coaches in the area training your kids." Ru n n e r s f ro m M e n t o r, We s t G, Crestwood, Grand Valley, Cardinal and Gilmour are just a sliver of the
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Timbertots: Forest Explorer May 20, 10-11 a.m. or 1-2 p.m. Big Creek Park Explore the life of the forest to discover the amazing things that call a forest home. Program outdoors, weather permitting, dress accordingly. Designed for specified age group of 3-5 years old with adult; older or younger siblings will not be considered registered participants. Registration required.
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Geauga Walkers May 20, 1-2:30 p.m. Headwaters Park Join other active seniors on weekly hikes in Geauga County and the surrounding area. Hikes are typically 1 to 1 1/2 miles long and held year-round, but canceled if the temperature is 20 degrees or lower. A naturalist leads hikes scheduled in Park District parks. Call Geauga Senior Center for full schedule, 440-2792137.
The Life, Times and Demise of the Passenger Pigeon May 20, 7-8:30 p.m. The West Woods One hundred years ago, the Passenger Pigeon became extinct. Harvey Webster, director of Wildlife Resources at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, relates how this creature went from the world's most abundant bird to extinction and its lessons for wildlife conservation. Joint program with Blackbrook Audubon Society, which will hold a short meeting at 7 p.m. prior to the program.
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Burt referred Clayton to the court’s competency evaluator. The two weapons used in the crime were a knife and a hatchet. The hatchet was purchased at Walmart in Chardon, according to a source familar with the investigation. In addition the aggravated murder charge, Clayton also faces two counts of murder, two counts of felonious assault, one count of tampering with evidence, one count of possessing criminal tools, one count of misuse of credit cards and one count of gross abuse of a corpse in the murder of Ruth Phillips, 81, who was found stabbed to death in the basement of her home on Jan. 21. The murder counts are both unclassified felonies; the felonious assault counts are second-degree felonies; the tampering with evidence count is a third-degree felony; the possessing criminal tools, misuse of credit cards and gross abuse of a corpse counts are fifthdegree felonies. The aggravated murder count carries a maximum sentence of life without the possibility of parole. Geauga County Coroner Robert Coleman has ruled the death a homicide, Flaiz said in a statement Thursday. Phillips had been taken into police custody at a home on Lake Shore Drive in Little Punderson in Newbury Township around 1:45 a.m. Jan. 22. He was arraigned later that morning via video in Chardon Municipal Court on a probation violation for failing to follow all of the recommendations set forth in a jail treatment program on a prior conviction. Chardon Municipal Court Judge Terri Stupica found that Phillips had violated his probation and ordered him held in
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p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at Township Hall, 12210 Auburn Road, unless otherwise noted. Russell Township: May 21, 5:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; May 28, 7:30 p.m., Zoning Commission. All meetings are held at Fire-Rescue Station, 14810 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. West Geauga BOE: May 28, 7 p.m., regular meeting (rescheduled from May 12), Middle School Community Room, 8611 Cedar Road. the Geauga County Safety Center without bond. Phillips had been sent to Russell Township from Texas last year to live with Ruth. He was arrested in September for illegal use/possession of marijuana, unauthorized use of a vehicle and theft, according to court records. Although the amount of the theft warranted a felony charge, Clayton was convicted of a first-degree misdemeanor theft as well as unauthorized use of a vehicle, according to court records. He was sentenced to 180 days in jail, with 120 of the days suspended, on each count with the time to run consecutively. He was ordered to attend counseling and to pay restitution to his grandmother in the amount of $584 by March 31, 2014. Clayton also was placed on one-year probation, which was scheduled to end Nov. 6, 20 14. He served his jail time starting Sept. 23 and was released Jan. 20. As previously reported, a friend of Ruth’s had been trying to reach her since the night of Jan. 20 and became concerned for her welfare. The female friend called the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office at 6:48 p.m. to request a welfare check on Ruth. She said she had spoken to Clayton on the phone several times and he was giving conflicting reasons why his grandmother could not come to the phone, according to the call log. Two Russell Township police officers responded, entered the residence and found Ruth dead, Russell Township Police Chief Tim Carroll said. Neither Ruth nor Clayton’s vehicles were at the residence, so police began a search that eventually led to Clayton’s apprehension. It is believed he fled in Ruth’s vehicle, which a neighbor said was a Buick. Another neighbor described Ruth Phillips as a very nice lady and said Clayton cut her grass occasionally in the summer. But he also did not believe Clayton lived at her home all of the time.
the Memorial Day Observance Ceremony to take place at the Chester Township Cemetery on State Route 306, Monday, May 26, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. The Ceremony will be held rain or shine. Please plan on attending this remembrance service honoring our veterans. For further information, contact the Chester Town Hall at 440-729-7058. CHESTER TOWNSHIP PARK BOARD
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Saint Anselm Science Olympiads A victorious team of students from Saint Anselm Elementary School attended the Science Olympiad competition held at John Carroll University. First place for the Lego Robotics competition went to Sammy Giglio and Lorenzo Linek. In the Circuitry Wizardry competition, second place was awarded to Anthony Shepard and Pierce Thomas. For CSI Crime Scene Investigation, third place winners were Nora Raicevick and Anna Shepard. In the Sinking Ship competition, Nick Liberatore and Trevor Wiece won Fourth
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iPad Community Showcase May 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join for this free opportunity to experience the elementary iPad Initiative. Held in Westwood Elementary MultiPurpose Room, 13738 Caves Road, Chester Township. Space is limited. RSVP required by calling 440-729-6812 by May 20.
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WG After Prom: Parent Donations Attention West Geauga Parents: Don't forget to send in a parent donation to West Geauga After Prom. The contribution helps to fund the evening’s events and supports the West G tradition of giving seniors and their guests an after prom party. A donation of $35 (or any other amount) would be greatly appreciated. Send donation (written payable to “West Geauga After Prom”), along with contact information, to After Prom, PO Box 1014, Chesterland, OH 44026. Call Barb Cortland, 440-313-5793 or email bcortland@yahoo.com, for more information. The decorating committee still needs more parent help. They encourage you to volunteer a few hours of your time in the next few weeks. Email Linda Kosley, lindakosley@ yahoo.com, for more information.
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anniversaries trip to the beautiful Longwood Gardens. Four meals included. Cost is $275 per member or $281 for non-members. Call Nancy for reservations, 440-729-9684. A Mystery Treasure Bag Tour is planned for June 30. Receive a “treasure” from each “mystery” stop made. Lunch included. Enjoy shopping and end the day with a sweet treat. Cost is $65 per member or $68 non-members. Call Jeri, 440-729-2239, for more information.
Ponds and driveways aren’t the only thing freezing over this winter. If you are experiencing these symptoms, you may have Frozen Shoulder, or Adhesive Capsulitis. Adhesive Capsulitis is the stiffening of the shoulder due to scar tissue, which results in painful movement and loss of motion. Usually, the shoulder has progressive loss of movement and an increase in pain over the course of 3 to 9 months, and is “frozen” within 9 to 14. At this point, a patient may have a substantial amount of shoulder pain, especially at night, and a significantly decreased range of shoulder movement. So what can you do to defrost that shoulder? The answer: physical therapy! With a program designed just for you, your physical therapist can use a combination of stretching, manual therapy and strengthening exercises to restore the movement in your shoulder. Thaw your shoulder at a rapid rate with the help of Cardinal Physical Therapy.
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50th Wedding Anniversary Nick and Maria Soria were married on June 13, 1964. This month, they received a Cadillac from their son Dave, of Palm Beach, Fla. Nick & Maria have two other sons and six grandchildren, Carly, Tara, Nathan, Tory, Lucas and Dominic. Nick is originally from Oriolo, Italy. Maria is originally from TerminiIammese, Sicily.
chatter Trenton Joyce, of Russell Township, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree in Finance from University of Dayton.
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On May 1, the Chester Township Trustees held a regular meeting to approve various financial items including fuel purchase, a new truck warranty, a mechanical repair on a police vehicle and a motion to salvage the 1965 International tar distributor truck. After advertising for sale, no bids were received for this vehicle and the salvage value is less than $2,500. Earlier in the day, a volunteer group of individuals comprising the Recycling Committee met to review interim and long term options for Chester’s recycling program. The chair of the Recycling Committee has asked to present at the next board meeting, scheduled for May 15. Trustees approved a motion for up to $50 0 to advertise in the Chesterland News the Community Cleanup Day, which is scheduled for June 7. The recycle committee will seek to coordinate with Habitat for Humanity to reuse/recycle materials dropped off by residents during Cleanup Day. A motion to formalize the Recycling Committee was tabled until a better understanding is gained on creating and disbanding a board-recognized committee. A motion regarding street sweeping as part of the storm water management program was also tabled until further research regarding our legal obligations is completed. Motions were passed approving the hiring of two part-time firefighters and three seasonal part-time employees for
the road department to help with grounds maintenance. The use of the town hall parking lot by the West Geauga Kiwanis Club for the July 4 Independence Day Parade was also approved. All road department employees are scheduled to attend a Snow and Ice Technologies workshop on May 15 for safety, driver training and snow removal education. Each department head discussed the status of their 2014 goals as well as an update on various activities occurring within their departments over the past month. This will be a regular element of the trustees meetings and the zoning inspector is scheduled to participate on May 15. A confidentiality agreement was approved to enable data and information to be shared between Chester Township, Anthem Insurance Companies and our medical billing firm, Medicount. Discussion continued on the vacation policy. A motion was also approved for the proclamation recognizing John Karlovec, publisher of the Chesterland News as the Chesterland Chamber of Commerce Business Person of the Year. At the end of the meeting, the board, fiscal officer and Police Chief Mark Purchase met in executive session to discuss employee matters related to promotion and compensation.
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Piccone and R. Mohan Sankaran, $249,000. (3.01 acres) Tena Skoczen, 12109 Bardwell Drive, to David Skinner, $130,000. (1.06 acres)
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Gregory H. Chapman, 12095 Burlington Glen Drive, to Alan B. and Amy L. Kirsh, $214,100. (1.50 acres) Kent C. and Deann R. Mooney, 11765 Tall Pines Drive, to Kevin T. and Stacy A. Kirchner, $332,000. (2.63 acres)
Joseph Francis and Linda Lenihan Sperie, 9140 Mulberry Road, to Justin Harrell and Erin Waxman, $187,500. (0.95 acres) William A. Ryai and Gwen R. Hau, 12882 Heath Road, to Kevin J., Susan M. and Kevin S. Klocker, $170,000. (1.13 acres) Peggy Weiland (trustee), 11321 Chillicothe Road, to Richard and Cheryl McClellan, $148,000. (1.01 acres) Fox Ledges Development Company Inc., 13350 Ledgebrook Lane, to Connie
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Expense West Geauga Schools Board of Education President Michael Kilroy hasn't gotten along with any of the three superintendents who have served while he has been on the school board. Even before he was elected, he wrote to then-superintendent Anthony Podijil that “If I were you, I’d be looking for another job.” He then harried the next superintendent, whose contract was terminated early. And now, with a 4-1 vote, he's just removed Geoff Palmer at the cost of $130,000. And this isn't even counting the $420 dollar a day paid to the “assistant superintendent” (to “keep an eye on” Mr. Palmer until he is reassigned in June), and untold thousands in legal fees. So you have to ask yourself, why? Is this about competence? With Palmer as Superintendent, West G has risen in the U.S. News high school rankings dramatically to become a Silver Medal school, has become a National Blue Ribbon high school and the high school was just awarded a Green Ribbon for environmental programs. These successes aren't just good for the students — they boost property values in our district as well. Well, if it isn't competence, is Mr. Palmer simply disliked? The standing ovation in support of Mr. Palmer at the recent end-of-year band concert, packed with hundreds of parents, students, teachers and staff says otherwise. Then why is it? To put it quite simply, it's hard for a superintendent to get along with a man who places his ego above the needs of our children and his responsibility to the taxpayers. Because of Kilroy’s profligate spending and his influence over the board, in a
few years, West Geauga will be facing a 6.8-mill levy costing every homeowner hundreds of dollars a year. We need to say “enough” to the squandering of public funds by Mr. Kilroy and demand that West Geauga's new superintendent not be a “yes man,” but a strong leader willing to stand up to the bully on the board. Gayle Martin Russell Township
Thank You Mr. Palmer I was disappointed to hear of the reassignment of Mr. Geoff Palmer at the April 28 West Geauga Board of Education meeting. I would like to thank him for serving as Superintendent, but, especially for the life lessons he has taught the students of West Geauga who have been watching him closely for the last couple of months. Mr. Palmer has conducted himself with professionalism. He has attended to his duties, despite controversial issues that could have distracted him from doing so. He has continued to attend school events and served at community events. His comments following the Board Meeting were brief, and he related that he and his family had invested in his role as Superintendent stating: “We are proud to be Wolverines.” Thank you, Mr. Palmer, for demonstrating for the young men and women of the West Geauga schools and the community as well, that even under adversity in the public eye, it is possible to continue on with the task at hand with honesty, courage and integrity. Beth Williams Chester Township
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Beth is committed to force-free training techniques that make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. She is a licensed Pet Partners therapy evaluator, Canine Good Citizen evaluator and certified Trick Dog instructor. She offers private lessons as well as group classes in dog tricks, scent work, fundamentals and therapy dog training at three training centers in Northeast Ohio. “Our graduates are not only skilled trainers, they are excellent teachers,” said world-renowned trainer, author and behavioral biologist Karen Pryor, who is a pioneer of force-free training technology. “I’m proud to be able to welcome Beth Mann to the growing family of KPACertified dog trainers nationwide,” she said. In addition to training dogs, Beth is an active volunteer at two assisted living facilities where she takes her therapy dogs for weekly visits. Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training and Behavior is an innovative institution committed to education, certifying and promoting the next generation of animal trainers. Pryor launched the dog trainer program to ensure pet owners and their dogs have access to top-tier training delivered by superlative teachers. As a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner, Beth has completed an intensive education process and demonstrated a high level of skill in training dogs as well as teaching dog owners. Call Beth Mann, KPA CTP, at 440-4138766, or email loisbethmann@gmail.com for more information.
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Notices should be sent in writing by the funeral directors and memorial societies By mail: Chesterland News, 8389 Mayfield Road, Chesterland, OH 44026, By email: news@chesterlandnews.com; or by fax: 440-729-8240.
Brian Thomas Schaffer Brian Thomas Schaffer, 1966 to 2014. Brian once said, “I think I am a very good person who makes bad decisions.” That describes him. He was a wonderful son, brother and uncle. Brian was an avid fisherman and outdoor person who enjoyed nature to the fullest. He was a prolific writer and had a great ability to make dynamic speeches. As a painter and remodeler by profession, he was always willing to help anyone with their home projects. Brian's creative talents were used to make personalized wind chimes. After years of struggling with his addiction, he is now at peace with the Lord. He is survived by his parents, Marilyn and Jerry Schaffer; and brothers Paul (Davnet), John (Anita) and Brad (Jacquie). Brian had a wonderful knack of working with children and his nieces and nephews, Una, Roan, Aiden, Max, Alex, Jeremy and Julia Bea, adored him. They will miss the fun times they had with “Uncle Brian.” There will be a private memorial service at a later date. If you wish to remember Brian, you can donate to the Ed Keating Center, P.O. Box 770108, Lakewood, Ohio 44107 or any drug rehab facility of your choice. Online tributes and condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
Mark Thomas Pahys HARTSGROVE – Mark Thomas Pahys, age 52, of Hartsgrove, went home to be with Jesus early Sunday morning, May 4, 2014. He was born May 31, 1961 in Lakewood. Mark was a graduate of West Geauga High School, class of 1980. He is survived by many, many friends and family which include, the love of his life, Lori Stewart; his parents, Nick and Joanne Pahys; brother, Nick Pahys III and his wife Esther; sister, Lecie Cargould and her husband Barry; and his nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held. Online tributes and condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
Doris A. Wagner Doris (Dorie) A. Wagner of Chagrin Falls, Ohio and Russell Township, and other places including, Broadview Heights, York Township, and South Euclid, as well as Chicago, Illinois and Fairbanks, Alaska (you all know her many narratives by heart) passed away Friday April 4, 2014.
Beloved wife of the late Gordon J Wagner, she is survived by her four sons: John, Paul (Sandra), James (Nellie Johnson), Peter (Mary of late) and grandchildren: Brittany and Tyler. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward W. Anger, (Chicago IL) and Mabel Dora (Cassell) Anger (Chicago & Sterling IL), sister H. Carol (Anger) Lee (Whitehall (Pittsburgh) PA) and brother Edward W. Anger, Jr. (Alpharetta (Atlanta) GA). Doris acquired and maintained many friendships spanning the many years, locales, and situations of her life and utilized her education at Northwestern University and National College of Education to teach Kindergarten in the Brecksville/Broadview Hts. (OH) Schools in the 1960’s, and in the 1960’s to 1980’s to teach Remedial Reading with the West Geauga Schools which posted her to St. Anselm’s in Chesterland (OH). During this period she also worked part-time at the Prim and Pretty dress shop in Chesterland. Following this Doris served as an office manager of a branch of for her husband’s organization, the ETR Foundation, and in the 1980’s she helped him establish a line of education and assessment programs used by Municipal Courts in Ohio, including the one in Chardon, in the District Courts of Westland, Livonia, Troy and Dearborn in the Detroit MI area. Doris maintained an affiliation with her college sorority, Alpha Omicron Pi throughout her life through its Cleveland alumni chapter. She joined the Geauga County Panhellenic upon moving to Geauga County in 1968. She loved donning the long skirt of a pioneer woman when she, along with other Geauga Panhellenic members, served as guide and guardian for the annual Century Homes Tour fundraiser. Her calligraphy was used for many years on the cover of the organization’s yearly membership book. Doris also was active with the Russell Civic Club, of Russell Township, to not only the Panhellenic and Civic Club organizations but also to all her endeavors she contributed an upbeat and welcoming personality, a sense of humor, a ready laugh, an open ear, a level head and bridge-building skills. The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association was another affiliation of hers. Dorie loved to entertain with her family and friends, so we are having a “Party for Dorie,” from 12:30 to 3 p.m. May 18, at Angie’s, 980 0 East Washington St., Auburn Township. Bring favorite Dorie memory, story or photo.
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So Many Fine Things in this Auction! Must Come and See for Yourself. Preview the whole week of the Auction. What we don’t sell on FRIDAY we will on MONDAY…So Plan on coming to both Auctions.
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WG Kiwanis Scholarships The West Geauga Kiwanis Club held it’s Annual Scholarship Awards Dinner on May 6. Over $8,000 in scholarships were awarded to the very deserving students. The following area students received
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Patriarca, Joseph Rains, Jason Rains, Kelsey Sprenger, Milan Tropf, Tianna Weist and Curt Williams The West Geauga Kiwanis Club would like to thank all the students who applied for the scholarships and wish all students the best of luck in future endeavors.
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Aquilegia Garden Club May 15, 10 a.m. Aquilegia Garden Club will be meeting at Bremec Garden Center, 12265 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Members will be choosing plants for planting in containers/planters. They will be doing the work in Bremec’s potting shed. Following, members will lunch at Rise and Dine Café, 12769 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township.
“Reign and Shine” Plant Sale May 16, 7-9 p.m. May 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 18, noon to 2 p.m. The Women’s League at St. Mark Lutheran Church will hold its annual plant sale at 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Proceeds benefit Women’s League mission projects. Find a variety of top-quality annuals, hanging baskets, perennials, vegetables and other garden items. Pre-order and pre-pay available; plants ready for pickup on May 16. Call and ask for Kathy at the church, 440-7291668, for a form or stop by the church to pick one up. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be for sale for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 17 and noon to 1 p.m. May 18. On May 16, the plant sale will kick off with a “Reign and Shine” auction and party. This adult-only event will have hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Purchase items from plant sale and bid on a selection of auction items ranging from gift baskets and garden items to gift certificates. $10 admission per person; reservations required. Tickets are available at the church
May 25, 2 p.m. The Gates Mills Garden Club will install a Blue Star Memorial By-Way Marker on the grounds of Gates Mills Town Hall, 1470 Chagrin River Road, Gates Mills. Several dignitaries, both state and local, are invited to attend as well as local Blue Star Mothers groups and American Veterans organizations. When the Garden Club heard of National Garden Clubs, Inc. sponsoring memorials across the U.S., they decided to become a part of the project by purchasing and installing a Blue Star Memorial By-Way Marker in the village center. They worked in cooperation with Gates Mills officials to find an appropriate spot. At the close of World War II, garden clubs from around the country were seeking a suitable means of honoring service men and women. The goal was a “ribbon of living memorial plantings traversing every state” and the first Blue Star Memorial Highway Marker was installed in Rhode Island in 1947. While it originally began to honor World War II veterans, it enlarged its mission in 1951 to include all men and women who had served, were serving or would serve in the armed forces of the United States. This project was named for the blue star in the service flag, which hangs in the windows of homes and businesses to honor those in service. Currently, there are Blue Star Memorials in all 50 states. There are approximately 44 markers in the State of Ohio either installed or being installed. This ‘string of blue stars’ crisscrosses the state on highways, civic locations, veteran’s hospitals, Coast Guard Stations, national cemeteries and other appropriate locations. Contact Barbara Schuh, duffschuh@ roadrunner.com or 440-423-1035, for more information.
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Art Reception - Barbara Benedict: Plein Art May 18, 2-4 p.m. The Friends of the Gates Mills Branch Library features an artist in the branch every two months. Barbara Benedict will be featured starting April 27 and the show will run for approximately six weeks during library hours. Barbara specializes in Plein Art studies. Come meet the artist and discuss work.
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CLASSIFIED ADS Dresser/lighted mirror, oak kitchen set, dining room table, 2 hutches, end table, chairs, lamps, pictures, brass fireplace screen. Must see! 440-256-8787.
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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 4WD; 77345 miles; heavy duty trailering, electronic trailer brake, locking rear differential, stainless steel step rails, sunroof, 3 panel hard tonneau cover; new ABS, brake/transmission/oil cooler lines; $15,000 OBO; 216-502-7419. 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD; V6/4.3L, automatic, 50,000 miles, white/beige, platinum edition, dual power/heated leather seats, 6-disc CD w/6 speakers, sunroof, luggage rack, towing pkg. Very Good Condition. $7,150. 440-796-5256.
Kirtland: just west of 306 on Route 6. Space available for commercial and industrial use. 440-283-9191. Chesterland: Newly built apartment 1 bedroom, large den or computer room, living room, kitchen, ample oak cabinets, newer stove, refrigerator, 1 bath, laundry area. Large tree shaded patio, country setting. Garbage, snow, grass included. Large parking area. $700/month. 440-729-7982.
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Cemetery Plot: Western Reserve (ChesTary). Your pick, your choice. $500. 216-214-4979. Car Tipper: (tips cars on its side) Easy way to work. $500. 216-214-4979. Remote control gas car. $300 or best offer. Brian, 440-478-9061. Remote control gas boat. $250 or best offer. Brian, 440-478-9061.
HELP WANTED Help Wanted! Two Men and a Truck Moving and Storage is hiring movers and drivers. No CDL required. Must be drug free with reliable transportation. We offer great pay as well as benefits after 90 days. Motivated applicants can apply in person 8-4 M-F at 1420 Lloyd Road, Wickliffe, OH 44092.
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Moving Sale: May 22, 23 & 24; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 10925 Tibbetts Road, Kirtland. Cherry hutch and dining room table plus six chairs, sofa and two chairs, sweep sofa and ottoman, bedroom set, free weight set, Mikasa china, tools and much more! Neighborhood Garage Sale: May 17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 13048 Stratford Trail, Chesterland. Sale consists of six households rolled into one garage sale! Toy, furniture, golf cart, clothes (adult & children), jewelry, books, toddler bed, infant seats and more.
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If you need to have a moving sale, estate sale or garage sale, call Kathy Willis at 440-729-2790 for assistance. Experienced. References available. We are now doing partial estate buyouts.
Flyers to distribute? Do it the easy way. Insert them into the Chesterland News or Kirtland Chronicle for only $37.50 per thousand or 3-3/4c per piece. Call 440-729-7667 for details. Please check your ad! We make every effort to avoid errors. We ask that you check your ad the first day that it appears. Any errors should be called in to the Classified Dept. at 440-7297667 by noon Friday. We cannot be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion if you do not call the error to our attention. Thank you.
Garden Tractor: Deutz Allis Series 1814. 42” cutting width. 14 HP engine, new battery, extra set of blades, one owner, well maintained. $1,200. 440729-9891.
Mulch, dark, double ground. Free delivery with 6 yards or more. 440-3527372.
Lifestyler Fitness Trainer Treadmill. Asking $150. 440-479-5455.
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Wanted: Landscaping/yard worker. Starting at $9/hour with experience. 440-338-3563. Lawn Care company needs part-time help. 2 years+ experience. 440-338-6404.
Wanted: Vintage Stanley woodworking planes, hand tools and machinist tools. Will pay reasonable prices. Call Karl, 440-812-3392. Wanted: cars, trucks, snowplows, farm equipment. Running or not. 440352-7372. Wanted: riding mowers, four wheelers, snowmobiles, farm tractors, construction equipment. Paying cash. 440-352-7372. Honda generators. 440-710-4476.
Township Park Board Chester Appointments: Individuals interested in serving on the Chester Township Park District Board should submit a letter of interest and a resume to the Geauga County Probate Court no
WORK WANTED Experienced Amish girl looking for cleaning job. Has references. 440-3137370. Will clean your house and do laundry. Over 30 years experience. Call after 5 p.m. 440-632-5450.
experience. Drivers Landscape license needed. $12/hour. 216-409-4153. Turney’s Hardware paint department. Customer service, stock work ordering, experience preferred but will train the right person. Must be dependable. 440-729-2130. Part time CDL driver. Asphalt experience preferred. samanthamilania@gmail.com. Caretaker for wealthy home. Must have all types of quality maintenance experience, clean background check, must like animals, able to work flexible hours and live within one half hour of Gates Mills. Salary up to $60 K. Please email pdi@columbus.rr.com for application.
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Music Lessons: guitar- beginning to advanced. Rock, jazz, classical. All band instruments. Drums (winter/ spring road lessons). Consignments, repairs, sales. 440-221-2274. Pressure washing, deck re-finishing. 440-342-4552. Complete Tree service, mowing and lawn care. Reasonable and dependable. 440-729-9400.
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•Racoons •Beavers •Groundhogs •Opossum •Muskrats •Skunks •and Many More Dead Amimal Removal
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BRANDON JOHNSON
440-342-1168
Humane Treatment of all animals
Computer Repair, Reasonable Rates, Spyware & Virus Removal, Hardware & Software Installation, Trouble-shooting, Networking, Ray, 216-315-0508. Located in Chesterland Area. Decks, power-washing and staining, protective coatings. Free estimates, references. 440-564-7404. The Painting Company - home exteriors and interiors. Free estimates, references. 440-564-7404. Perkins Excavating: Basements; additions; gas, water and electric lines; site work, culverts, post hole drilling; building demolition, concrete tear outs and replaced; drainage work; new driveway, grading; land clearing; brush hogging; basement waterproofing; tree work; ponds. Over 30 years of loyal service and experience. Call for free estimates. 440-465-4795 or 440-254-4281. Whole House powerwashing: Spring clean-up, home exteriors, concrete driveways, sidewalks, stone and decks. Call Mr. Powerwash at 440-564-7404 or 703-474-7298. Two Chicks and a Broom Housecleaning: over 10 years experience. References. 440954-1581.
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Quality Landscape Materials: Black & brown dyed & natural mulch. Topsoil/sand/gravel. Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sat-Sun, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 440-3211212. Delivery only, Monday 8-9 a.m. We accept all major credit cards.
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Asphalt Sealing Hot Crack Filling • Patching Call Nick • 440-786-1375
The Tractor Scrapper Free Removal of Unwanted Lawn & Garden Equipment
Tractors, Mowers, Boat Motors, etc. John • 440-478-0483
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LAND MANAGEMENT Complete Tree Service MOWING & LAWN CARE SPRING CLEANUPS FERTILIZING BRUSH CHIPPING BRUSH HOGGING STUMP GRINDING HARDSCAPE DRAINAGE WATERPROOFING POND INSTALLATION
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440-729-9400 Yard & Storm Damage Cleanup INSURED • REFERENCES AVAILABLE