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Mind Challenge Gives Seniors a Way to Stay Sharp, Social
By Emma macNivEN macNivEN@karlovEcmEdia com
What began as an effort to get seniors out of their homes and engaged with others has grown into a regionwide trivia-style competition designed to keep minds sharp and communities connected.
Phil Levine and Art Greenberg, retired broadcast executives, launched the Mind Challenge eight years ago.
“It was designed to get seniors out of their homes, to socialize, to have them use their brains,” Levine said during the West Geauga Senior Center’s second-round event April 30.
Modeled in a format similar to NCAA-style Jeopardy competition, the Mind Challenge brings together senior teams from across Northeast Ohio each spring for a four-week tournament held at participating senior centers.
Levine said the program now includes teams in 11 host cities, stretching from Austintown to Wickliffe, Brook Park and Chester Township.
Around 75 communities are represented across Northeast Ohio, Greenberg said.
Teams wager points based on confidence in their answers, Levine explained.
The West Geauga Senior Cen-
ter serves as the host site for the East region, which includes 11 teams representing communities such as Chester Township, Kirtland, Willoughby Hills, Mentor and Perry Township.
There is no limit to the number of teams a senior center or community can enter, and participation is free for players, teams and centers, according to the program’s website.
Questions span a wide range of topics, including Ohio geography, vintage baseball, farming and tools.
“It brings them together (and) kind of eliminates that isolation,” said West Geauga Senior Center Recreation/Education Coordinator Christine Bacon. “It's so important as you get older to work your mind, just like you have to exercise
South Russell Village resident Betty Mog is competing in the program for the fourth time.
“I'm so glad that West G is doing it,” Mog said. “It's been fun going around to see the other centers in other years and this keeps me humble, when I think I know something (and) find out I don't.”
The program is supported by sponsors who set up booths at events and contribute to prize funds awarded to senior centers. Winning centers use the money to support programming, Levine said.
Prizes include $2,500 for first place, $1,500 for second place and $1,000 for third place, he said.
ing senior center activities aftercovering available programs, Bacon added.
“I enjoy the camaraderie and the fun aspect of the game. It is very challenging,” Burton resident Bob Wilkin said.
The competition continues for two more weeks before finals are held May 27 in Independence, Levine said.
“(It) keeps us stimulated with our brains and active with other people,” Mentor resident Frances Meinke said. “We enjoy the challenge, it makes you think. None of us have the same knowledge base. Some are good in sports, some are good at president history.”
West Geauga Schools Highlighted at Kiwanis Meeting
West Geauga Schools Superintendent Nancy Benincasa spoke at a recent Kiwanis Club of West Geauga meeting, highlighting the district’s academic rankings within the state, athletic success and curriculum offerings.
Benincasa discussed the offerings in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) programs and answered questions from attendees. West Geauga High School Principal Ryan Patti also outlined trade and career pathway opportunities available to students.
Benincasa was joined by district staff members, a school board member and the district’s treasurer.
Community Meetings
Chester Township: May 20, 7 p.m. – Zoning Commission, 7 p.m. – Park Board; May 28, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; June 3, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; June 8, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; June 11, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; June 17, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; June 25, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted.
Russell Township: May 20, 4 p.m., Citizens’ Park District (511); May 21, 6 p.m., Board of Trustees; May 27, 6 p.m., Zoning Commission; June 1, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; June 4, 2:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; June 18, 6 p.m., Board of Trustees; June 24, 6 p.m., Zoning Commission. All meetings are held in the new Community Room at 8501 Kinsman Road, unless otherwise noted.
West Geauga BOE: June 22, 6 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.
President Robert Schwarz, Gabriella Black, Andrew Arra and Cassia Rogers. Jim Kish, not pictured, presented the certificates.
Town Crier
Outreach Spaghetti Dinner
May 21, 6-7 p.m.
Christ Presbyterian Church offers free drive-thru spaghetti and meatball dinners the third Thursday of each month. Salad and dessert are included. The church is located at 12419 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
Gardening 101 Series
May 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Geauga County Master Gardener Volunteers’ free Gardening 101 series part four continues with “Harvesting and Preserving Your Garden’s Bounty” in the Patterson Center at the Geauga County Extension Office, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton. Registration is required; call 440-834-4656. For more information, visit geauga.osu.edu.
Holiday Polka Party
May 25, 1-6 p.m.
A Memorial Day polka dance party will be held at SNPJ Farm, 10946 Heath Road, Kirtland. Enjoy ethnic food and live music featuring the orchestras of the Frank Stanger and Anthony Culkar bands. Bring an instrument to join the jam session. Open to the public. For information, call 330-318-3004.
Free Community Lunch
May 27, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
All are welcome to attend a free community lunch presented by the Women’s League of St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township.
Food Pantry Open
May 29, 10 a.m. to noon
The food pantry at the Chester Christian Center church is open to anyone in the community in need of food. The church is at 11815 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
Free Community Dinner
May 29, 5-6:30 p.m.
Mayfield United Methodist Church is hosting dinner at the church located at 7747 Mayfield Road in Chester Township. Carryout is available.
Lanterns and Legacies
May 29 and 30, 7 and 8:30 p.m.
Join for an evening of storytelling, symbolism and local history while walking among the resting places of Chesterland’s early settlers at Quirk Cemetery, 12703 Woodside Drive in Chester Township. The event is an America 250 and Chesterland 225 Tribute celebrating the community’s place in the nation’s story.
Memorial Day
Chester Township
May 25, 10-11 a.m.
Chester Township elected officials are hosting a Memorial Day observance ceremony at the Chester Township Cemetery on state Route 306. The remembrance service honoring veterans will be held rain or shine. For more information, contact the Chester Town Hall at 440-729-7058.
Newbury Township
May 25
Newbury American Legion Post 663’s Memorial Day program begins at 8 a.m. with a Post everlasting at the post located at 11008 Kinsman Road. Services will be held at South Newbury Cemetery at 9:30 a.m.; Munn Cemetery at 10 a.m. and Newbury Veterans Memorial Park at noon. There will be a parade to Newbury Center Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. with Dean Epply as the parade marshal, followed by a cemetery service at 1 p.m.
A community picnic prepared by Bob Hejduk, Helen Hejduk and Austin Blevins and sponsored in part by NOPEC Community Sponsorship Program will be held at the American Legion post. Contact Dean Epply for parade entry, at 216-347-9900.
Call Post 663 Commander Ken Hunter at 440-635-6536 with any questions.
Space is limited and registration is required by emailing ChesterGraveHunters@gmail.com.
Community Garage Sale
May 30, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Metzenbaum Foundation will host its “Trunk to You” community garage sale at the Metzenbaum Center, 8200 Cedar Road, Chester Township. Residents will sell gently used items and crafts from their vehicles in the parking lot, while additional craft vendors and direct sales consultants will offer goods inside the gym.
Proceeds benefit Metzenbaum Foundation community programs. For vendor space, call 440-729-9406, ext. 2502.
WG Kiwanis Recycling
May 30, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
West Geauga Kiwanis will host a community recycling event featuring document shredding, electronics recycling and scrap metal collection. Residents may drop off personal documents, See Town Crier • Page 3
Nomination Sought for Keeper of the Cane
The Keeper of the Cane program honoring of the eldest members of the community is now accepting nominees for the special recognition.
To be eligible, candidates must be at least 85 years old and be a continuous 25-year resident of the Chester Township community. The nomination must be submitted with the nominee’s consent, but it cannot be a self-nomination.
Forms are available at the Chesterland Historical Village's Old Town Hall or contact chairperson Judith Schwed at 440-729-7768.
The deadline for submitting forms is July 19 and must be signed with one's
Town Crier
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electronics and metal items for responsible disposal. The free event is open to all, with no residency requirement, and is provided by the Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste District, Kiwanis Club of West Geauga and Chester Township. For information or to volunteer, or for information in joining Kiwanis, contact Ken Mantey at 440-729-2869 or visit wgkiwanis.org.
Mayfield Church Garage Sale
June 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Mayfield Church is holding its annual garage sale in the main parking lot of the church at 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. To sell or volunteer, email
Chesterland Historical Village
name and address along with a brief explanation as to why the candidate is being nominated.
On Aug. 19, 1927, Mrs. Sipha Patterson, then the eldest resident of Chester Township, was presented with a special cane engraved with her name and birthday. Upon her death, tradition shows the cane is passed on to the next eldest resident.
Nominations may be mailed to the Chesterland Historical Village, P.O. Box 513, Chesterland, OH 44026.
laurie@mayfieldchurch.org or call 440-7294006, ext. 104.
Class of 1976 Reunion
The West Geauga High School Class of 1976 will hold its 50th class reunion June 1213. Organizers are seeking to reconnect with missing classmates. For information, contact Kevin Lyons at 216-407-0946.
Independence Day Parade
July 4
The West Geauga Kiwanis Independence Day Parade’s theme is “Celebrate America-Celebrate Home.” The theme encourages festive birthday-themed entries celebrating both national pride and hometown spirit as Chester Township marks its 225th anniversary. For registration and information, visit wgkiwanis.org.
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Kathleen Rose Hoar
Kathleen “Kathy” Rose Hoar (nee Campbell), age 71, passed away with grace and dignity at home on May 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Obituaries
Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on Nov. 29, 1954, she was the beloved daughter of the late William and Dorothy Campbell and the oldest of four daughters. Kathy shared a lifelong close bond with her sisters and family, filled with cherished memories of vacations, shopping, gardening and time spent together.
Kathy graduated from West Geauga High School in 1973 before earning her nursing degree from Willoughby-Eastlake School of Practicing Nursing College. She devoted 45 years to nursing and caring for others, beginning her career in the emergency room at MetroHealth before working in local nursing homes and doctors’ offices. She finished her career caring for the nuns at Notre Dame Village, a role that brought her great joy. Kathy’s compassion, wisdom and gentle spirit touched countless lives and she remained a source of comfort, guidance and support to everyone around her.
On Feb. 19, 1977, Kathy married the love of her life, Kenneth “Kenny” Hoar, and together they shared 49 years of marriage built on love, faith, family and adventure. She is now reunited with Kenny, who passed away on Feb. 26, 2026. Together they raised four children, Joel (Lindsey) Hoar, Ryan (Samantha) Hoar, Scott (Aimee) Hoar and Erin (Dan) Detwiler.
Kathy was a proud grandmother to Campbell, Jonathan, Alison-Claire, Liam, Ella, Harper, Frankie, Charlie, Morgan and Daniel, all of whom brought her endless joy.
Kathy and Kenny loved traveling, boating, spontaneous weekend adventures and hosting family gatherings at the family farm. Kathy also enjoyed gardening, crafting and creating beauty in everything she touched.
A woman of deep faith, Kathy was devoted to the Catholic Church and committed to helping those in need through charitable work and acts of kindness. She also fulfilled
a lifelong dream by becoming a published author of “Mama’s Girls.”
Kathy will be deeply missed by her children; grandchildren; sisters, Laura (Tom) Ross, Pattie (Ray) Loomis and Jane (Bill) Heiden; as well as many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Kenny; and daughter-in-law, Mollie Hoar.
Visitation and a memorial mass for both Kenneth and Kathleen were held May 16, 2026, at St. Helen’s Catholic Church, 12060 Kinsman Road, Newbury Township, with Father Jay McPhillips officiating.
Both Kenny and Kathleen’s final resting place will be in Welton Cemetery, Burton, Ohio.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kathleen’s memory are requested to be made to the ALS Association at https://www.als.org/ support/states/ohio; or to Century Village, 14653 E. Park St., Burton, OH 44021.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Rd., Middlefield, 440-632-0818. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com.
Library
Geauga West Branch
13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250. Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www. geaugalibrary.net.
No Homework Book Club
May 21, 2-3 p.m.
No homework or required reading. Bring thoughts and opinions for a chat about the books everyone loves.
Digital Legacy Lab
May 21, 3-4:30 p.m.
Join the digitization specialist to learn how to convert physical memories (photographs, home videos, letters, etc.) into digital files using the Digital Legacy Lab, preserving them for future generations to enjoy.
Eugene E. Schultz
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Eugene "Gene" E. Schultz on April 29, 2026, after a brief illness. Gene was a quiet pillar of strength, wisdom and kindness throughout his life.
Obituaries
Gene was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on Oct. 4, 1945, to the late Harold E. and Ruth M. (nee Craig) Schultz and grew up on the family farm in Chester Township, Ohio. He graduated from West Geauga High School in 1964 and proudly serving in the United States Navy before returning home to build his career and raise his family.
Gene was a loving son, devoted husband, caring father, loyal brother, cherished uncle and treasured friend and neighbor.
He was employed as a welder for CEI and retired in 1992.
Gene married Jacqueline “Jackie” (nee Sikora) in 1971 and they raised their two children, Stacey and Eugene "Bo" Jr., on the farm.
Gene devoted his time to caring for the land and those around him. He believed in hard work, integrity and compassion. Whether it was working in the apple orchards, supporting a neighbor or selling at a local fruit market, Gene was all in.
He loved working on cars and tractors, splitting wood and plowing snow, and always enjoyed an ice-cold beer. He also loved road trips with Jackie, mostly south to Virginia
or north to Canada. More recently, Gene worked side-by-side with his son Bo to transition his family farming tradition.
Gene was preceded in death by Jackie.
He is survived by his daughter, Stacey Schultz, of Willoughby, Ohio; son, Eugene E. Schultz Jr., of Chesterland.
Family includes brothers, Arthur Schultz (Tammy), of Fairfax, Va., and Clifford Schultz, of Chesterland (deceased); brothers- and sisters-in-law, Bruce and Cindy Gabriel, Fred (deceased) and Karen Berard, Jeff and Gail Duwe, and Dale and Janis Schroeder. He also had many loving nieces and nephews.
Gene’s spirit will remain in our hearts forever, guiding and encouraging us to lead our lives with purpose, strength and humility. May his memory continue to be a blessing to his family, friends and the community where his roots were so deep and the fruits of his labor so plentiful.
With love and deep remembrance, visitation was held May 7, 2026, at Gattozzi & Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland.
A funeral service was held May 8, 2026, at the funeral home. Burial followed in Chester Township Cemetery.
Share a fond memory or condolence at www.gattozziandson.com.
Notices should be sent in writing to: Geauga County Maple Leaf, P.O. Box 1166, Chardon, OH, 44024-5166 or emailed to editor@karlovecmedia.com.
Students Prevail at Envirothon
Students from West Geauga High School demonstrated exceptional environmental knowledge and field skills at the Area 2 Envirothon competition, with two teams earning top placements. One team finished first while another earned second among 48 teams representing 17 Northeast Ohio counties. Their strong performances secured both teams a spot at the upcoming Ohio State Envirothon competition.
The Envirothon is a premier academic and outdoor environmental competition that
challenges high school students to apply their understanding of the natural world through hands-on activities and field testing. Students are evaluated in five core categories: aquatic ecology, forestry, soils, wildlife and current environmental issues.
Unlike traditional classroom competitions, the Envirothon requires students to demonstrate practical skills such as assessing water quality, identifying tree and wildlife species, analyzing soil profiles and applying critical thinking to real-world environmental challenges.
Real Estate Transfers
Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the week ending May 8 and period May 11-14, 2026, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only.
CHESTER TOWNSHIP
Nicholas L. and Brittany M. Bragg, 12676 Sperry Road, to Brandon Hughes and Kellie MacDonald, $330,000. (1.00 acres)
Randy R. Baynes, 7425 Mulberry Road, to Richard L. Hederstrom III, $410,000. (1.02 acres)
Catena DiBlasi, 7501 Mayfield Road, to CP Legacy Group LLC, $125,000. (1.00 acres)
Jennifer Daddario, 12440 Harold Drive, to Monica Matticoli Warren and Matthew Warren, $435,000. (1.02 acres)
Sandra A. Pitorak (successor trustee), 9106 Ranch Drive, to Kelly A. Sanchez, $180,000. (1.77 acres)
Frank Gori and Diane Marie Zokle, 7139 Mulberry Road and Mulberry Road, to George Schlabinky LLC, $1,900,000. (58.78 acres)
RUSSELL TOWNSHIP
Charles E. and Kelly J. Emmerich, 107 Anglers Drive, to Eli and Emily McDivitt, $800,000. (0.75 acres)
Steven M. Perlic and Kaitlin M. Woods, 13971 Fox Hollow Drive, to Kevin Yu and Margaret Yu, $525,000. (3.88 acres)
Ama Group LLC, 7600 Twin Lakes Trail, to Lina K. and Kaled H. Awada (co-trustees), $1,500,000. (7.55 acres)
Susan A. Prior (TOD), 109 Mapleridge Road, to Suzanne F. Bellezza (trustee), $482,000. (0.52 acres)
Yezid and Teresa J. Gutierrez, 14280 Sweetbriar Lane, to Benjamin and Elizabeth D. Booker, $540,000. (2.12 acres)
John G. (TOD) and Debbie Sue (TOD) Sternen, 8291 Cloveridge Road, to Lauren Abshire and Colton Crowl, $812,000. (1.55 acres)
Michael Moran, 14988 Surrey Downs Drive and Surrey Downs, to Laurie A. and Paul J. Rehbergar, $460,000. (3.88 acres)
Robert E. Jr. and David Lubecky (co-trustees), 15021 Stillwater Drive, to Nicole A. Pieri and Gage N. Little, $355,000. (1.33 acres)
SUBMITTED
West Geauga Envirothon teams display their medals after earning first and second place finishes among 48 teams at the Area 2 competition, sending both teams to the Ohio State Envirothon.
FOR RENT
CHESTERLAND: 4BR, 1BA, updated ranch, $1,700/mo. No pets. Security Deposit. References. 440-247-5597, call after 5pm.
Auburn: 1BR apartment, w/ covered porch, laundry rm, attached garage. $995/mo. Call 440-221-0649.
FOR SALE
Mobility Scooter: Pride-4. $1,500. Call daytime by 6pm. 440-286-3380. Ask for Chuck.
Brand new full sized adjustable bed $250. Brand new wrought iron pergola, very heavy duty $650. 5-piece patio set $100. 440-632-5822.
2020 Troy-Bilt rear tine tiller, not used much. $1,200. 440-635-0067.
Two double-hung Provia replacement windows: combined dimensions 75 7/8 X 53 5/8. Perfect for a front window, $475. 440-336-5044 George. Custom sizes & shapes available.
Family Burial Plot for sale. All Souls Cemetery. Serene location in prime section. Section 16. 216-440-8743. Cuisinart Elemental 11-Cup Food Processor. Model FP-2GM. Polished aluminum. Never used. $215 brand new. Selling for $110. 440-669-2763.
Vinyl Pool Liner: 24’ round, claims to fit 48/52” wall, did not cover my 52” frame. Never filled, sat in a pile in attic. Cost me $450, yours for $225. 440-487-7901.
Powermate Portable Generator: 4000 watts, excellent condition, 121 hours, used only during outages. $250. 440-637-3274.
HONEY: local, raw, bottled. 1-lb $9; 2-lb $17; 12-lb (1-gal) $75. Mesquite and Buckwheat honey available. 440-567-2586.
LATHEM TIME RECORDER CLOCK, RECORD ALBUMS, Old Cameras, large granite counter-top pieces, fresh/ salt water aquariums, old clocks, kerosene lamps. Inquire. 440-338-3563. Russell.
40’ Wooden Extension Ladder, Excellent Condition. Make Offer. 440-729-1808.
Anchor Brand Folding Bench Wringer Floor Stand: 48” tall, Patent 1896, $240. 440-554-5731.
Classifieds
Mower: older riding mower, runs and cuts good, mower desk needs work, $500. 440-636-6220, leave message. 2025 KZ Sportsmen 130RB Camper Trailer, used. $12,000. 440-470-5890.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES
Nottingham Woods Neighborhood Garage Sale, in Chardon (Munson Township, intersection of Sutton Place and Aubrun Rd): May 28-29, 9a-3p, and Sat. May 30, 9a-12n. Cash only.
Moving and Garage Sale: 5/21-5/23 9:30a-5p, 17290
Whitney Rd, Montville. Singer sewing machine, serger, fans, juicer, personal sauna, kitchen items, Fisher Price toys, chair lift.
Garage Sale at Chardon United Methodist Church: 515 North St. Saturday May 23 9am-1pm. Great variety of miscellaneous!! No early birds.
UNIQUE WEEKLY SALES: Something for everyone! All items priced low. Monthly drawings too. Thurs-Sat 9am5pm. 9098 Old State Rd, (Rt 608, Chardon). More info 440-940-4020.
Trunk-To-You Community Garage Sale: Saturday May 30th, 9am-2pm. Rain or Shine. The Metzenbaum Center, 8200 Cedar Rd. Come find some treasures!
HELP WANTED
Nature’s Way Landscaping. Hiring landscape, construction, lawn maintenance, foreman, laborers, and crew leaders. Must have driver’s license. Chesterland area. 440-729-3779 call/text.
Now Hiring Maintenance Associates! Full and part-time positions available at Legacy Village and Oakwood Commons. Apply: hiring@first-interstate.com
PETS & ANIMALS
For Sale: 135-gal aquarium $135. 440-729-0070.
Saddle: Simco Youth 13”, nice condition, russet with silver trim, $400 firm. 440-968-3381.
“Franklin” adult gray tiger cat needs indoor home. 14 pounds of sweetheart! Social, neutered, vaxxed. Good with other cats. Rebecca 440-321-2485.
Dog Boarding Day Care: in-home. Call John 440-5338870. www.happyhoundhouse.com
MISCELLANEOUS
FREE fact: “casual” use of marijuana easily becomes an addiction. Young people “try “ things. Warn them! Help them.
DONATIONS NEEDED for Middlefield Historical Society Garage Sale. No adult clothing. Drop-off Fridays 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 9a-12p at 14979 S. State Ave. For info/ pickup 440-503-6444.
Retired teacher 36 years’ experience personal complementary tutoring General Math K-8 Science K-12 Study Skills at Geauga West Library conference rooms with parent(s) attending for support Monday-Saturday appointments. Dave Hancock 440-487-0829 text or call voice mail, e-mail professordhancock@gmail.com
REAL ESTATE
For Sale: Mobile Home at Jacques Park, Chardon. 2023 3BR, 2BA, central AC, all electric. 62’x14’. $55,000. 440-840-2844.
.34-acre Bainbridge lot on 306, part of Lake Lucerne community with amenities. Tap into utilities: gas, electric, sewer, private community well. SAVE BIG! 75k. 440-574-1599.
Private Investor paying cash for homes/land in any condition. Call or text Brian today at 440-346-0161 for a No-obligation offer. No repairs needed. Fast closings.
WE BUY HOUSES & LAND IN AS IS CONDITION OR ANY SITUATION: Ugly.. Gorgeous.. Or hasn’t been updated since the Browns last won it all! Fast.. Friendly.. Local. Text or call 330-269-9595.
16336 Jug St., Troy Twp. 4BR, 1BR is on main floor, 2BA, geothermal heat, outbuildings. 2.97 acres. Berkshire schools. Spectrum available. $369,900. 440-834-1177.
RENTAL WANTED
SERVICES
ED’S PAINTING, PLASTERING & POWER WASHING: Quality Work. Reasonable Rates. Interior and Exterior. Call Ed today at 216-323-6744. Free Estimates! Taxi Driver: 2022 F350 Super Duty, extend cab, 6 seats, tows any trailer. Local or long distance. Call Brian Morgret 440-650-9385.
AM RIDES LLC: CREW TRANSPORT. Reliable job site transportation serving Geauga, Trumbull & Ashtabula. Clean, well-maintained vans. Experienced drivers. Daily & long-distance service available. Contract work preferred. Call/Text: 330-431-8282.
Do you need a Caregiver? Will do personal care and light housework. Certified with references. 440-3131804.
SUMMER CHILDCARE: 18+ years experience, CPR certified, Reasonable rates, Flexible hours, In my home on Sperry Road in Newbury. Call or text Marie 216-513-3668.
SCG Property Group LLC: Let us help with your interior or exterior home improvement projects. See list of services and request a quote at scgpropertygroup.com.
WANTED TO BUY
Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.
4-wheelers, 3-wheelers, dirt bikes, mini-bikes, go-carts, golf carts, gators, farm tractors/equipment, trailers, riding mowers, snowplows. Paying cash. 440-413-3119. Also, scrap cleanup and removal.
