CHESTERLAND NEWS VOLUME 48, No. 12
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
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Popular Restaurant Struggles to Re-Open After Fire Oak and Embers Victim of ‘Geauga Jinx’ By Diane Ryder It’s said in Geauga County that naming a restaurant using a fire-related word is a recipe for some fire-related disaster. After all, such was the fate that befell Blazin’ Bill’s in Troy Township and the former Timberfire and Firefly eateries in Bainbridge during the last decade. While Blazin’ Bill’s was rebuilt and remains a popular spot, the other two businesses did not survive. The latest possible victim of the “Geauga jinx” is Oak and Embers, a popular new Chester Township tavern and restaurant located in an historic former stagecoach stop on Mayfield Road just west of state Route 306. Oak and Embers Tavern, 8491 Mayfield Road, opened March 14 and immediately drew an enthusiastic following for its creative menu centering around smoked meats and barbecue. Owner Marc Garofoli of Newbury Township said he has had six successful restaurants in downtown Cleveland, including McCarthy’s and Goodfellers, before deciding to relocate to Geauga County. Marc’s specialty is in smoking meats and his wife, Gretchen, creates the menus.
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They include barbecue, chicken and waffles, and cheddar grits. “We use local produce and we try to spread it around and use them all. For example, for our apple slaw, we get the apples from Patterson’s, from Eddy’s and from Sage’s,” he explained, adding they use local maple syrup in their signature maple sauce. Oak and Embers’ motto on social media says, “Follow the Smoke to the Oak.” The tavern had drawn the attention of local foodies and was being featured in the July issue of Cleveland Magazine when the Geauga jinx struck at 3 p.m. on June 27. “We had a restaurant full of people that Friday afternoon,” recalled Gretchen, co-owner of the tavern. “There was no indication anything was wrong. A gentleman who is a Cleveland firefighter came running into the kitchen saying, ‘You have a fire. Get everybody out.’ He had been getting gas at the BP station next door and saw smoke seeping out of the wall. We called 911 as we got everyone out and Chester Fire Chief John Wargelin was getting gas across the street, so he ran right over.” The smoldering wall, burning from an apparent electrical problem, never escalated into a blaze, according to Marc and restaurant manager Mike McCauley.
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The Oak and Embers Tavern is located on Mayfield Road, just west of state Route 306. DIANE RYDER/CN
Oak and Embers Tavern owners Marc and Gretchen Garofoli hope to re-open within the next few weeks after a fire closed their four-month-old restaurant.
“The Chester Fire Department did a fantastic job,” McCauley said. Damage was limited to a wall and some flooring, as well as contents that had to be thrown out, including all food supplies and bottles of alcohol, Marc said. “We had to throw out 100 percent of our inventory,” he said. McCauley added, “Our contents insurance will cover the new floor, the electrical work, and replacing the food and alcohol, but the problem is, the building owner did not have insurance to cover the rest.” Marc said there was never any question they would make repairs and re-open as soon as
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Riding Means More Than the Ribbon for Railbroncs Geauga Youth Horse Groups Saddle Up for Fair By Danielle Young
Staff Report Geauga County Probate Court Judge Tim Grendell will conduct a public hearing at 7 p.m. Aug. 25 at the Chester Township Fire Rescue Station regarding the Chester Township Park District. At the meeting, Master Commissioner Mary Jane Trapp will submit and review her report concerning the park district, including findings and recommendations. Grendell appointed Trapp as a master commissioner in response to questions raised about the park district’s operations and maintenance. The fire station is at 8552 Parkside Drive.
possible, but they won’t be able to use the restaurant’s kitchen until the structural and extensive electrical repairs are made. The Garofoli’s arranged for a fully functional mobile kitchen to be brought in and generators set up for their electrical needs during the clean-up process because electrical service had been disconnected at the pole until the necessary repairs were made. Gretchen said during the clean-up, several problems were found, including what she called “built-up filth” from years of neglect, defective wiring and zoning code violations she estimated will cost $20,0 0 0 to repair. Chester Zoning Inspector
Steven Averill had more bad news for the Garofolis — the mobile kitchen that cost $10,000 to truck in and $5,000 a month to operate was not allowed under township zoning. “The kitchen is fully functional,” McCauley said. “It wasn’t clear that a zoning permit was required for it, but we submitted the application. It was subject to inspection by the fire department and the health department, and passed. “But apparently there is a rule in Chesterland that you can’t cook outside, even though there is an ox roast coming up somewhere in the township and Giant Eagle cooks outside sometimes. I guess if it’s for charity, it’s allowed, but we’re not.”
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Jaimie Sutter, the current Railbroncs advisor, is the granddaughter of Railbroncs founder Fred Schneider. Pictured here, as Railbroncs members, Sutter and her horse Rebel won the Versatility Class in 2010.
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The start of August means many things — high school sports are underway, school starts soon, fall is almost upon us — but for Geauga County, it also means The Great Geauga County Fair is right around the corner. The fair is one of the many events that Railbroncs, one of the youth riding groups in Geauga, is getting ready for. Fourteen-year-old Angela Volcensek, of Chester Township, has been a member of Railbroncs since 2012. “I’ve had a love for horses my whole life, but I was never able to ride as a little girl,” Volcensek said. “Railbroncs gave me the opportunity to
show at Geauga Horse and Pony Association shows, gain experience and develop a love for the sport.” Part of the GHPA, Railbroncs was originally started in 1975 by Twin Pines Stables in Newbury Township, and the group is still based there, Patty Sutter said. Sutter's father, Fred Schneider, created the club, and Sutter's daughter Jaimie is the current advisor. Sutter was 15 when Railbroncs was founded, and both her children grew up around horses and were Railbroncs members. She has also been the main riding instructor for many of the Railbroncs participants. Railbroncs is based on the
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Concerts in the Park We attended the Concert in the Park on July 23 (we attend all the concerts, we love them). The concert was held at Mayfield United Methodist Church, as the weather was questionable. We are very fortunate they open their sanctuary to the people of Chesterland. Unfortunately, there were only about 30 people in attendance. It was a wonderful concert – The Lenny Russo Band. What is so important that our residents can’t take a couple hours to enjoy these band concerts? We are very fortunate our West Geauga Kiwanis Club provides these bands for our enjoyment. Please make an effort to attend these concerts. They’re wonderful. Claire Metcaff and John Conti Chester Township
Thanks WG Senior Center To Sandy and the entire staff at the West Geauga Senior Center: My wife and I would like to thank you for your dedication and service to
the citizens of Chesterland. The number of activities and services at the center is amazing — exercise classes, learning programs, crafts, special speakers on a variety of subjects that are relevant to the aging population, games, meals, bus trips and fellowship, which at this point in time in our lives is so important to our emotional and mental health, especially for those who are lonely or physically impaired. Also is the opportunity to enjoy water exercises at The Metzenbaum Center. We are so fortunate to have the large facility provided for our use by the Patterson family. It is warm, inviting and provides plenty of room for the many activities and programs available to us. Personally, we believe that after my wife’s stress test a few weeks ago, she was taken off 2.5 medications and we attribute this to the exercise classes and other activities we are privileged to enjoy at this wonderful center. Once again, thank you so much for the things you do for the seniors of the Chesterland community. Richard and Ann Ella Rasper Chester Township
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will continue as such unless both the renewal levy is passed and new levy dollars are added to the fund. The consequence of future underfunding will be a dramatic reduction in the quality of the township roads. New levy dollars will ensure continuing all road services and partial restoration of the repaving program that has been suspended due to lack of funds. Later, the trustees voted to request certificates of need from the county for a new 2-mill levy for the road department in addition to renewal of a 1-mill levy that expires in 2014. A 1-mill levy would cost approximately $35 per year for a single family residential home of $100,000 property valuation. The trustees also voted to request certificates of need for renewal of a 1.77-mill levy for police and a 1.80-mill levy for fire. The board approved a special meeting with the Geauga County Planning Commission Aug. 11 to review the 2015 Chester Township budget. There was talk about the township sign with Kinney recommending a design similar to the Safety Town brickwork. The board approved a $12,783 request for the Chester Township Park Board for funds to complete installation of volleyball netting, electrical work and additional landscaping. On July 28, the trustees held a special meeting to sign the July OPERS check. – Submitted by Chester Township officials
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7-9 p.m. Held at Chester Township Parkside Park Gazebo. Deutscher Musik Verein will be performing. This 30-piece costumed German concert band plays a wide variety of German and other European music. They have performed extensively at festivals and concerts throughout the area as well as European tours where they played in Vienna and Salzburg, entertaining over 1,000 patrons at the famous Munich Hofbrauhaus. This is an exciting and fun band to hear and they are welcomed back. Sponsored by the West Geauga Kiwanis Club in conjunction with the Chester Township Park Commission. In event of rain, concert will be moved to Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. Donations welcomed and should be sent to the West Geauga Kiwanis Club, P.O. Box 553, Chesterland, OH 44026 indicate donations are for the concerts. Call Dave Grenier, 440-729-4848, for more information.
Aug. 7: Chester Township Park Board Meeting 7 p.m. The Chester Park Board will hold a regular public meeting at the volleyball court pavillion located in Chester Township’s Parkside Park.
Aug. 9: WG Girls Soccer Car Wash 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Held at the Drug Mart Plaza, Chester Township. Come support the WGHS girls soccer team by getting a car wash.
Barn Yard Boogie Rescheduled The date for the Barn Yard Boogie at Eddy Fruit Farm, originally scheduled for Aug. 9, has been rescheduled for Sept. 20. All previously sold tickets for the event will be honored on the new date. All funds raised from the event will go directly towards improvements to the Clay/Eddy baseball fields, as well as the six other fields used by the players of the West Geauga Baseball Federation. Chinese auction items can be viewed prior to the event at Eddy Fruit Farm, 12079 Caves Road, Chester Township. Tickets are also available for purchase at Eddy Fruit Farm up through the night of the Sept. 20 dinner. This large concert band consisting of about 50 members produces a big sound while playing a wide variety of tunes ranging from patriotic marches to Broadway show tunes to folk songs. This talented group of musicians from throughout Geauga County represents The Great Geauga County Fair. Sponsored by the West Geauga Kiwanis Club in conjunction with the Chester Township Park Commission. In event of rain, concert will be moved to Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. Donations welcomed and should be sent to the West Geauga Kiwanis Club, P.O. Box 553, Chesterland, OH 44026. Indicate donations are for the concerts. Call Dave Grenier, 440-729-4848, for more information.
Aug. 9: WG Alumni Soccer Game Aug. 18: The Geauga 6 p.m. Conservative Forum The West Geauga annual boys soccer alumni game will be held at the West Geauga Commons, 14070 Chillicothe Road, Russell Township. This is a fun way for the West Geauga alumni soccer players to come back to the community and play against the current varsity boys soccer team. All alumni are invited to participate or come out and support the team.
Aug. 10: WG Lacrosse Fundraiser 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get your car washed at All American Auto Wash, 8478 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. Proceeds benefit the West Geauga Lacrosse team.
Aug. 13: Concert in the Park 7-9 p.m. Held at Chester Township Parkside Park Gazebo. The Geauga County Fair Band will be performing.
7-8 p.m. The Geauga Conservative Forum will sponsor a conversation with Congressman David Joyce at the Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. This is an opportunity to hear the congressman speak on important issues and for citizens to ask questions on issues facing the nation. Seats are limited. RSVP to Ryan@joyceforcongress.com, and come early to ensure getting one of the limited seats. The second part of the program will be ACT! for America with Dan Hromada and Beverly Goldstein. The topic is “threat from within.” All are welcome. Refreshments served. Call 440-552-4385 for more information.
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SPORTS Kiwanis Punt, Pass and Kick Competition The West Geauga Kiwanis Club will again be hosting the National NFL Pepsi Punt, Pass and Kick Competition. Held at Clay/Eddy Field, 7871 Wilson Mills Road, Chester Township. Program free to all youngsters ages 615, with birthdays as of Dec. 31, 2014, who want to demonstrate their athletic football skills. Participants may be asked to give proof of birthday. Boys and girls will compete in separate competition, each in five age groups (6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15), and will compete against each other in punting, passing and place kicking, in fun and engaging competition. Scores are read to the closest feet and
inch, based on distance and accuracy. Participants must arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of the competition. A parent/guardian and the participant must sign a registration and release of liability form to participate. Must wear gym shoes; no cleats, turf shoes or bare feet allowed. The participant with the highest score for all three events will be considered the winner. Top scoring finisher in each age group of boys and girls at the local level will advance to the sectional competition and then onto the national level. Applications available at local stores in Chester Township, St. Anselm, Westwood and Lindsey Elementary schools as well as West Geauga Middle School. Call Chris Bukvic, Chairman, 440729-8348, for more information.
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Archiving Personal Memories Aug. 9, 10-11:30 a.m. Many people have collections of family photos, letters, diaries and scrapbooks. We will have an archivist and records analyst from Cuyahoga Community College come to share how small changes in storage and handling can help preserve your memories. Registration requested.
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The Summer Reading Club will end Aug. 9. It is your last chance to read to win prizes. Note that Geauga West is your source for your school’s summer reading requirement, so stop in today to find your book. Many thanks to all students who participated this summer, in not only our reading club, but also in our special agegroup appropriate and themed programs. We look forward to serving you this upcoming school year. Program designed for youth.
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Prostate Cancer Race Sept. 14 — 9 a.m. Mantua Potato Stomp Bellefaire Biathlon Distance: 5K Aug. 24 — 8:30 a.m. Sept. 6 — 9 a.m. Distance: 9 Location: Southwest Urology Distance: 3-Mile run, 13-Mile bike Miles and 3.5 mile Fun Run Center Location: Shaker Hts. Location: Crestwood High School Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Contact: HMA Promotions Contact: Rosalie 330-842-0856 rosaliecf@yahoo.com land Clinic Walk to a Cleveland Heroes Run Glow in the Dark 5K hier You Sept. 14 — 8:30 a.m. Aug. 30 — 9 p.m. Distance: 5K Freedom Run 2 — 8:30 a.m. Location: Concord Distance: 5-Mile Race & 2-Mile Sept. 6 — 11 a.m. Location: Twilight Race nce: 5K & 1-Mile Contact: Geoff@greatercleveRun/Walk Amherst Steele High School Aug. 14 — 7 p.m. Distance: 8K ion: Independence Civic landxc.com Location: St. Joseph Academy / Distance: 5K Run/Walk *cc Trail. Location: N. Chagrin r www.lakehealthrunning.com Cleveland Contact: Jacqui 440-320-9097 ct: Hermes 216-623-9933 Reservation, Willoughby Contact: Tom 216-990-8117 JJFelty@aol.com Contact: kpophal@perfectRun for Recovery omross@cppa.org al Jog pacerunning.com Aug. 30 — 8:30 a.m. Distance: 5K www.myfreedomhouse.com 3 — 9 a.m. www.westparkmemorial.org Location: Progressive Field nce: 5K Run & 3K Walk Inner Circle 5K Run Miller Marut 5K Contact: HMA Promotions ion: Black River Landing, 11th Annual 5K at Put-N-Bay Aug. 16 — 8:30 a.m. Sept. 7 — 8:30 a.m. n Distance: 5K. Location: Concord Edna House Race for Recovery Location: Inner Circle Fitness / Sept. 20 — 9:15 a.m. morningjournal.com/ Contact: jpmarut@yahoo.com Wellington. Distance: 5K Run & 1 Distance: 5K Aug. 31 — 9 a.m. aljog www.greaterclevelandxc.com Mile Walk. Contact: Inner Circle Location: Put-N-Bay Location: Edgewater Park greaterclevelandxc.com 440-647-4146 Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Contact: HMA Promotions 14th Annual Valley City Street innercircle5K@gmail.com bo Gallop Fair 5K www.innercirclepersonalfitness.com Mayor Kevin Kennedy 5K Labor of Love 3 — 9 a.m. Aug. 16 — 5 p.m. Aug. 31 — 8:30 a.m. nce: 5K & 1-Mile Sept. 21 — 9 a.m. Location: Downtown Valley City / ion: Parma Hts Commons Distance: 4-Mile & 1-Mile Fun Run River Run Half Marathon Distance: 5K & 1-Mile ct: Hermes 216-623-9933 Valley City Sept. 7 — 8 a.m. Location: Rocky River High Location: North Olmsted Park Distance: 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk Distance: Half Marathon School Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Contact: Bonnie 330-483-3811 Milk Run Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Location: Cleveland Metroparks bweber@valleycityfire.com 3 — 9 a.m. Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Nature Center 5k Run and Hikes nce: 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun valleycityfire@valleycityfire.com Sept. 21 — 9 a.m. Ride for Miles Distance: 5K ion: Lorain County Out Run Ovarian Cancer Erie Shore Wellness Sept. 7 — 10 a.m. Location: Shaker Hts munity College Aug. 16 — 9 a.m. Distance: 5K & Sept. 1 — 9 a.m. Distance: 15-Mile bike ride ct: Hermes 216-623-9933 1-Mile Family Fun Run Contact: HMA Promotions Distance: 5K & Kids Run Location: John Carroll Location: Rock & Roll Hall of Location: Avon Lake High School Contact: HMA Promotions er Cleveland Triathlon & Fame 10th Annual Race with Grace hlon Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 Sept. 21 — 9 a.m. 5K Run For Suds 3 — 7:30 am. Location: Medina Hospital Labor Day 5k Sept. 13 — 10:30 a.m. nce: Sprint & Intl Run Through History Distance: 5K Run & Family FitSept. 1 — 8:30 a.m. Distance: 5K ion: Mentor Aug. 17 — 8:30 a.m. ness Walk Distance: 5 K & 1-Mile Location: Chardon iamathlete.com Distance: 5K & 1-Mile Walk Contact: Mike 330-242-1795 Walk. Location: Aurora Contact: race@chardontoLocation: The Lakeview Cememike.grace@zoetis.com Contact: HMA Promomorrow.org een Neitert Run for Hope tery tions. 3 — 7:45 a.m. Contact: Hermes 216-623-9933 www.greaterclevelandxc.com www.racewithgrace.com nce: 7.5 mile/5k ion: Aurora Northeast Running Cross ct: HMA Promotions Country Series Aug. 19 — 6:30 p.m. east Running Cross Coun- Distance: 5K Location: Penitentiary eries 5 — 6:30 pm. Distance: 5K Glen Reservation Contact: Andy ion: Penitentiary Glen 440-478-8300 vation ct: Andy 440-478-8300 rattraya@ ya@sbcglobal.net sbcglobal.net northeastrunningclub.com www.northeastrunningclub.com Ridgeville Lions Fun Run 9 — 9 a.m. See You At The Top nce: 10K & 5K Aug. 23 — 8 a.m. ion: Wilcox School Distance: 5k ct: Hermes 216-623-9933 Location: Cleveland Contact: HMA ProAnnual Run, Jane, Run motions 10 — 8 a.m. nce: 10K & 5K The Free2B5K ion: Edgewater Park Aug. 23 — 9 a.m. ct: Hermes 216-623-9933 Distance: 5K & 1 Mile Walk ect 10 Miler” Location: Edgewater 10 — 7:30 a.m. Park nce: 10 miles/5K Contact: Hermes 216ion: Lyndhurst 623-9933 ct: HMA Promotions
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OBITUARIES Robert L. Randell Robert L. Randell, age 78, a Chester Township resident since 1949, passed away July 22, 2014, at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights. He was born Nov. 22, 1935, in Leaskdale, Ontario Canada. Robert was a West Geauga graduate, class of 1954. He was a member of the Chester Seminary Alumni, and the Chester Township Fire Department for 25 years. Robert also enjoyed traveling in his motorhome with his wife, Dorothy. He worked at the Gulf Station in Chester Township from 1981 to 1994, and later with the Chester Township Road Department until his retirement. He was a lifelong mechanic, but a comedian at heart. He is survived by his children, James (Pat) of Garrettsville, Marie (Larry) Vail of Middlefield, Cindy (Robert) Civic of Willoughby, William (Jack) of Chicago, and Denise (Peter) McCabe of Indian Shores, FL.; 13 grandchildren; 18 greatgrandchildren and one on the way; sister Evelyn (Dave) Peltz; and brother
Richard J. (Eileen). He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy E.; his parents; two brothers; and two sisters. A Funeral Service was held July 28, at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home in Chester Township. Visitation was July 27 at the funeral home. Burial was in Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chester Township. Contributions are suggested in Robert's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, Chesterland Fire and Rescue-Personal Equipment Fund, and the American Cancer Society. Online tributes and condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
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Samples of corn with a variety of seasonings available to try. Vendors will have various products to go along with the theme. The Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market is located at the corner of Chillicothe and Bell roads, South Russell. The market is open every Saturday through early October from 9 a.m. noon. Rain or shine. Visit www.geaugafarmersmarket.com or call 410-562-5255 for more information.
The Geauga Fresh Farmers Market is overflowing with the best of this season’s produce. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has named the week of Aug. 3-9 “National Farmers’ Market Week.” Come to the market, mention you saw this message and get a free market bag to carry home your purchases (while supplies last). Aug. 23 is the Corn Celebration.
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Mary Jean Hegedus Mary Jean Hegedus, of Chester Township for 54 years, passed away July 25, 2014. Mary is survived by her sons Chris (Mary Beth) and Tim (Kelly Conrad); daughter Marilyn (Terry Roys) Hegedus-Roys; grandchildren Philip, Alex, and Deanna Hegedus, and Tuesday Roys. Her husband Louis W. is deceased. Private family services. Online tributes and condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
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Aug. 9, 7-8:30 p.m.; Big Creek Park The Erie Heights Brass Ensemble, a brass sextet consisting of two trumpets, horn, trombone, euphonium (baritone) and tuba, performs selections of popular, jazz and swing tunes. The concert will be held indoors if inclement weather.
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Aug. 8, 10-11:30 a.m.; Beartown Lakes Grandparents and grandchildren enjoy a nature search around the lake and other summertime fun the outdoors have to offer. Bring a snack to share. Registration required.
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Aug. 10, 8-9:30 p.m.; Observatory Park August’s full moon is known as the Sturgeon Moon. Learn about these amazing, ancient fish, then watch the full moon rise over Observatory Park.
Meteor Shower Event Aug.12, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.; Observatory Park Join the evening of Aug. 12, and spend the night enjoying the Perseid Meteor Shower. Best viewing should be 1-3 a.m. There will be no formal program, but a naturalist and other astronomers will be on hand to answer questions. Dress warmly and bring a reclining lawn chair, blankets, bug spray and maybe a warm drink.
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The trio said the building owner failed to provide insurance on the structure, as specified in the Garofolis’ 20year lease, and they haven’t seen him since the fire. They have been told kitchen repairs will take 30 to 45 days, not including the time it takes to obtain permits and pass inspections. “The owner’s been the biggest issue,” Gretchen said. “He’s trying to evict us now,” McCauley added. The trio is currently involved in a lawsuit against the owner, they said. All the repairs so far have come from their pockets. “It’s been stressful every night at our kitchen table,” Marc said. “We’ve gone back and forth among ourselves about our future here; we could re-locate, but we love it here and made a commitment to stay here because we belong here.” He added, “What a nightmare this has been, but the Chester trustees, fire department, police department and the
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