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Ben Kotowski, president of the Hemlock Hills Homeowners Association, went before Russell Township Trustees last month to express his concern for the abandoned property in Russell Township.
A collapsed home in Russell Township is finally being demolished after months of discussion about the safety concerns of the abandoned property.
Trustees Update Residents on House Demo By Emma MacNiven macniven@karlovecmedia.com Russell Township officials have begun the multi-pronged process of razing the abandoned and dilapidated home on Ridgewood Lane. Township administrator Melissa Palmer asked Russell Township
Trustees to sign around 10 letters notifying those who have a stake in the property, at 8460 Ridgewood Lane, of the township's intent to demolish the home. Included in that list is Paul Mileris, of Ohama, Neb., who was charged with taking care of the home after owner Victor Vilimas died in 2019.
The house has since deteriorated and collapsed earlier this year, prompting neighbors to express concerns for the past several months about the safety hazard. Trustee Jim Mueller asked Palmer to look for more people who should be notified. “I'm doing what's identified in
the records that have been given to us and I think we should stop there,” she replied. “I think it's already generous enough that we're doing that.” Fiscal Officer Karen Walder has also been reaching out to companies for quotes on the demolition, See House Demo • Page 5
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This past weekend 18 members of the WGRC youth wrestling team competed in the first ever Wolverine Strongkids Competition. The event consisted of seven different different categories, all based from real strongman competitions. From flipping heavy tires, carrying weights and pulling a heavy tractor. The kids started training for the event once a week since March in a way to get stronger for the next wrestling season. The coaches plan on putting on this event every Summer for the kids to help them stay competitive in the off season.
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Abate Landscaping Runners Up in Colt League Playoffs By Alan Kornspan sports@karlovecmedia.com For Chesterland high school students, summer is a great time to participate in recreational activities and to have fun playing sports with friends. During the summer, Chesterland students often choose to participate in baseball through the West Geauga Baseball and Softball Federation which offers 15 to 18 year olds the opportunity to play baseball in the Colt League. This summer, the West Geauga Baseball and Softball Federation sponsored two teams in the 15u -18u Willoughby Baseball Colt League, Abate Landscaping and JMC Renovations. Playing teams from Eastlake, Lyndhurst, South Euclid, and Willoughby, Abate Landscaping and JMC Renovations had successful seasons. JMC Renovations finished their season 10-3, while Abate Landscaping went 12-3. In fact, after making an excellent playoff
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Abate Landscaping had an excellent season going 12-3 and finishing as Runners up in the Willoughby Baseball Colt League Playoffs.
run, Abate Landscaping finished as runners up in the Willoughby Baseball Colt League as Chardon - Brockway Bond Insurance claimed
a 10-8 victory in the Championship Game on July 23 at Daniels Park in Willoughby. In the Championship game, Brockway Bond Insurance got out to an early 2-0 lead after the first inning. However, Abate Landscaping quickly came back with a run of their own in the top of the second inning on an RBI single by Maveric Milnar which drove in Domenic Abate and cut the lead to 2-1. Then, after scoring five runs in the bottom of the third inning, Brockway Bond Insurance took a 7-1 lead. Undeterred, Abate Landscaping made a strong comeback in the final innings. Outscoring Brockway Bond Insurance 7-3
in the fourth and fifth inning, Abate Landscaping trailed by only two runs at 10-8 heading into the top of the sixth inning. Abate Landscaping was led offensively in the Championship Game by Abate (2-3, RBI), Milnar (2-3), Bobby Parisi (2-3, RBI), Cole Williams (1-2), Henry Bartlett (1-2), Cole Goss (1-2, RBI, BB) and Jesse Tackett (1-3, RBI). To advance to the Championship Game, Abate Landscaping defeated Eastlake in the quarterfinals, 19-3, and South Euclid in the semifinals, 7-6. Throughout the five inning quarterfinal See Abate • Page 5
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Russell Zoning Inspector Fired Following OVI By Emma MacNiven macniven@karlovecmedia.com Russell Township Trustees voted to terminate Zoning Inspector Shane Wrench July 17 after he was arrested for reportedly driving under the influence. Bainbridge Township Police Sgt. Jon Weiner said he witnessed Wrench allegedly driving at a high rate of speed July 12, driving left of center and honking his horn near the Tanglewood Plaza in Bainbridge Township at 2:17 a.m. July 12. “More than half (Wrench’s) vehicle went over the double yellow line,” Chief Jon Bokovitz said in a follow-up phone interview, adding Wrench also reportedly struck a mailbox while driving on state Route 306. Weiner pulled Wrench over and determined he was intoxicated. There were no issues during the arrest, Bokovitz said. Wrench, 53, was charged with operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs, a first-degree misdemeanor, and driving in marked lanes, a minor misdemeanor, according to court records. He was also charged with inducing panic, a first-degree misdemeanor, at his residence in South Russell Village July 12, according to court records. “I would have no further comment on that incident as it related to a mental health situation,” South Russell Police Chief Michael Rizzo said.
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Wrench failed to appear for his initial arraignment July 14, according to Chardon Municipal Court records. He was later arraigned on all charges July 18 and his bond was set at $500, which he posted. Following an executive session, trustees voted unanimously to fire Wrench — effective immediately — during public session July 17. “The board of trustees made a motion to termiWrench nate the … employment of Shane Wrench due to serious infractions of various township policies and procedures,” Township Administrator Melissa Palmer said during the public portion of the July 17 meeting. Wrench could not be reached for comment prior to press deadline. Wrench was hired as the zoning inspector in Russell in 2016 and previously served as the zoning inspector in Bainbridge Township from 2010 to 2012, when he resigned. According to court records, Wrench has prior convictions. In 2001, Wrench was convicted of resisting arrest, a second-degree misdemeanor, and in 2009, he was convicted of disorderly conduct, a fourth-degree misdemeanor, according to Chardon Municipal Court records.
GPD Land Stewards Target Invasive Plants at Orchard Hills
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Town Crier Kiwanis Summer Concert Series
July 30, 7-9 p.m. The Kiwanis Club of West Geauga continues its summer concert series at the Chester Township Park gazebo with the Swamp Rattlers. Next up is Out of Control on Aug. 6 and then the Great Geauga County Fair Band on Aug. 13. Visit www.wgkiwanis.org to view the summer concert schedule.
Kindness Sewing Circle
Aug. 1, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. NPower Services hosts a Kindness Sewing Circle at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon. The free monthly gathering is open to people of all abilities and provides a creative space for participants to craft fabric projects that benefit others in need. Anyone interested in participating may email Anne Marie Wolfe at AnneMarie@NPowerServices.com or register online at www.npowerservices.com.
Young of Heart
Aug. 1, 11:30 a.m. Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm Church in Chester Township. Bring a brown bag lunch. Refreshments will be provided. Musical entertainment will be provided by Greg Piscura. The group will see a movie at Atlas Movie Theater in Aurora at 11 a.m. Aug. 7. A trip has been planned to Mt. Vernon, Ohio, for Aug. 20. Call Kimber at 440-6683293 for space availability.
CSA Arts Festival
Aug. 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chardon Square Association is sponsoring the 44th annual Arts Festival on historic Chardon Square. The outdoor show features more than 100 juried artists. Admission and parking are free. For more information, visit www.chardonsquareassociation.org.
WGRC Bingo
Aug. 3, 3 p.m. Join West Geauga Recreation Council for bingo and win fun prizes at the WGRC camp pavilion. It’s free to play and open to all, just bring a dauber. Concessions will be available for purchase. Park in the WG Middle School parking lot.
West Geauga Kiwanis Meetings
Tuesdays, 6:45 p.m. West Geauga Kiwanis meets every Tuesday in the summer at Kiwanis Park, 12079 Caves Road in Chester Township. Join for a free dinner and learn how Kiwanis serves local youth and the community. Learn more at wgkiwanis.org.
WGRC Rocks!
Aug. 8, 7 p.m. West Geauga Recreation Council continues its free summer concert series at the WGRC Day Camp with In Rock the House Live performing nonstop party hits. Chester CO-OP Preschool will be selling concessions at its lemonade stand. Park in the WG Middle School parking lot.
Bloodmobile
Aug. 13, 1-6 p.m. American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at Mayfield Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.
Master Gardeners Helpline
Have gardening questions? A Master Gardeners Volunteers helpline is available via phone on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays by calling 440-834-4656, May through October, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Or email questions to mggeauga@yahoo.com anytime. Planning a garden-related event and need a speaker or interested in learning more about MGV scholarships? Call 440-834-4656.
Arts and Entertainment Fairmount Art Exhibition
Aug. 5-21 The 49th annual Fairmount Art Exhibition is free and open to the public. Featuring artists from throughout Ohio, the exhibition is a juried community art show highlighting works in a variety of media including painting, graphics, photography, fiber and sculpture. A community closing reception and
awards presentation will be held on Aug. 22 from 6-8 p.m. at Fairmount Center for the Arts in Russell Township. In addition to the exhibition, Fairmount will host Fridays at Fairmount Happy Hour, Aug. 8 and 15 from 5-7 p.m. Guests can enjoy a summer evening out with drinks, gallery viewing and live music. Viewing hours for the exhibition can be found at fairmountcenter.org or by calling 440-338-3171.
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she said, adding she’s looking at records from the last time the township went through this process. Walder has received one quote from Green Vision Materials, of Newbury Township, she said. “I’d like to get a couple of bids to make sure the township’s best interests are represented,” Walder added. Ben Kotowski, president of the Hemlock Hills Homeowners Association, asked trustees during the meeting what the timeline was on getting rid of the abandoned cars on the property. “Since Victor died five and a half years ago, it's clear that none of them would have valid license plates, so they're all in violation,” he told trustees. “That's the one thing
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from page 2 contest against Eastlake, Abate Landscaping accumulated 10 hits and 10 walks, while scoring 3 runs in the first, 6 in the second, 3 in the third, and 7 runs in the fourth. Leading Abate Landscaping in the quarterfinal victory over Eastlake was Evan Sustin (3-3, 4 RBI, Abate (3-3, 2 RBI), Bartlett (1-1, RBI, BB), Tackett (1-1, RBI, 2BB), Parisi (1-2, 3 RBI, BB) and Jared Cottrell (1-2, BB). In the semifinal game, Abate Landscaping defeated the South Euclid Cardinals, 7-6. After falling behind 6-2 after the top of the fifth inning against the Cardinals, Abate Landscaping tied the game at 6-6 after plating four runs in the bottom of the fifth inning. Kellen Scharf drove in two runs in the bottom of the fifth to make the score 6-4. Abate Landscaping then tied the game on RBI singles by Williams and Milnar. Then, with one out in the bottom of the seventh inning, Bennett Utterback singled on a line drive to center field. After walks to Tackett and Bartlett to load the bases, Goss delivered a walk off base on balls to propel Abate Landscaping into the Championship Game. In addition to Abate Landscaping's excellent offense, their pitching was also strong throughout the regular season and the playoffs. Elijah Gudger, who also represented the Wolverines in the Northeast Ohio Baseball
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left to pursue, is getting rid of those cars.” Trustee Kristina Port told Kotowski the township would need to search for the titles. “It's a pretty common thing for junk cars to be towed without worrying about where the title is presided,” Kotowski replied. “Any courtesies that you want to extend to (the heirs), of course, are always a decent thing to do, as long as it doesn't hold up the whole process.” Kotowski thanked trustees for their progress on the project. “I'd like to thank trustees for moving forward on this, representing the Hemlock Hills Homeowners Association,” he said. “(Thank you) for all the work you've done with the prosecutor and finding the finances to do this. I think it's really important we move forward with this as quickly as we can, because it is obviously a hazard to anyone who might be tempted to go over there.” Coaches Association (NEOBCA) All-Star Game at Canal Park, pitched phenomenally for Abate Landscaping this summer. After an excellent senior year (2.01 ERA, 28 K's) on the mound for the Wolverines, Gudger compiled a 0.636 ERA while striking out 42 batters in 22 innings for Abate Landscaping this summer. Bartlett, also an NEOBCA All-Star, pitched well for both the Wolverines (3.48 ERA; 15K's; 22.1 innings pitched) and Abate Landscaping this summer. In 12 innings pitched for Abate Landscaping, Bartlett had a 0.538 ERA and struck out 19 batters. In particular, Bartlett pitched great in the playoffs this summer, only allowing 1 earned run over six innings of work and striking out 10 batters. In addition to an excellent summer baseball season, Bartlett said that enjoyed his senior year with Wolverines baseball and participating in the NEOBCA All-Star game. “It was just great having a good senior season,” said Bartlett.
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Obituaries William Charles Philbrick
William Charles Philbrick, known to friends as Bill, 84, of Chester Township, passed away from heart surgery complications on July 10, 2025. He was born on March 28, 1941, to Elmer L. and Verenia (nee Cross) Philbrick, in Warren, Ohio. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Bob, Raymond and LaVerne. He was a devoted husband to Ruth Ann (nee Hall) for 64 years. Bill was a loving father to Barb (John Burkhardt), Jim, Diane (Fred Zochowski) and Brad (Carolyn Hodgins), and loving grandfather to Travis, Hannah, Gustav, Henry, Mitch and Ryan. Bill started his work life at the family sawmill, then started working at Lincoln Electric in 1964, where he worked as a machinist until his retirement in 2003. In his younger years, Bill was a baseball catcher. Later, he became an accomplished bowler and secretary of the Lincoln Electric bowling league. He continued to bowl until 2024. Bill was a tinkerer who was always fixing or improving on the house, car, garden or tractors, including his beloved Wheel Horse. He also made time for his community, helping his wife, a park commissioner and member of the Perennial Gardeners of Chesterland, maintain Chester Township Park. Bill built the kiosk and maintained the playground equipment. A Celebration of Life will be held Aug. 16, 2025, from 1-5 p.m., at Veterans Legacy Woods Tribute Lodge, 14085 Ravenna Road, Newbury Township. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gustavus Township, P.O. Box 14, Farmdale, OH 44417 (designate for the Gustavus Park); or Chester Township Park District, P.O. Box 118, Chesterland, OH 44026. We love you and will miss your dry humor and kindness.
Virginia Ruth Roth
Virginia Ruth Roth passed away at age 94 on July 16, 2025, but not before hearing her threeday-old great-granddaughter’s name: Mackenzie. “Ginny” was one of four children, but the only daughter, of Vincent and Sophie Cicirella. She was born in 1931 and raised on Cleveland’s east side, in Little Italy, and then moved with her brothers, Anthony, Ralph and Vincent Jr., to South Euclid, where she graduated from Brush High School. When Virginia, or “Vir” as her family often called her, wasn’t helping at the family business, South Euclid Ice and Beverage, she worked in the office of General Tire—today a National Tire & Battery store on Noble Road in Cleveland Heights. In 1958, Virginia met and married her husband of nearly 60 years, Herman Roth. Together they moved to Chester Township, where they raised their three children: Bill, Karen and Brian. As a family, they traveled with their pop-up camper for vacations all across the country: New York, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, South Dakota, Washington and Canada. For years, Virginia worked as a homemaker until her kids were grown. Then she worked part time at Dairy Queen and Mr. Hero, in Chesterland. When Herman retired, they became “snowbirds,” adding a Florida residence and began to travel with her brother Ralph and his wife, Barbara. They flew to Hawaii, cruised the Caribbean several times and even took a trip through the Panama Canal. As their children married and gave them grandchildren, Herman and Virginia enjoyed helping at Karen’s flower shop in Findlay during busy holidays like Mother’s Day. Or they’d go to soccer games or softball games and watch the grandkids compete. The Early Ford V8 Car Clubs in both Ohio
and Florida gave Ginny and Herman opportunities to meet many new friends, all driving very old cars. If someone in the convoy, on their way to a car meet, broke down on the road, they’d all just pull over, get out their tools, fix it and then be on their way! These were great friends! Often it was in Chesterland that the local Ohio club would have their annual clambake, at the Roths’ house, with several bakers steaming up dozens of clams. And when they were with the Florida club, Herman and Ginny would travel up and down the Sunshine State. Different state, but the same great people! Herman passed away in 2018. Virginia continued the wintertime Florida trips for several more years before she moved into Notre Dame Senior Living, in Munson Township, and then Ohman Family Living at Holly Hill, in Newbury Township. Virginia’s surviving family includes her great-grandchildren, Mackenzie Joanne Wires and Chase Michael Wires; her grandchildren, Caitlyn (Kevin) Wires, Tyler Roth and Emily Christman, Emma Roth, Justin Hathaway, and Megan Hathaway and Alex Alvarez; her children, Bill (Laurie) Roth, Karen (Russ) Hathaway, and Brian Roth and Sheri DeSapri; and her brother, Vincent Cicirella. Family and friends may call at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, from 1-3 p.m., with a Memorial Celebration at 3 p.m. Our family greatly appreciates the loving care, kindness and attention that every caregiver and staff member showed to mom during her stay at Holly Hill and we want to say a heartfelt Thank You to each of them. Donations to Hospice of Western Reserve may be made in lieu of flowers. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.GattozziandSon. com for the Roth family.
Kathleen Margaret Rogers
Kathleen “Kathy” Margaret Rogers, 76, of Chester Township, Ohio, passed peacefully on July 15, 2025, surrounded by those she loved. Born on Feb. 25, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, Kathy was the cherished wife of John J. Rogers, a loving mother and doting grandma/ grammy, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. Kathy was best known for her unwavering kindness, warmth and the deep support and love she offered to friends and neighbors alike. Above all, she was devoted to her family. Kathy’s life was marked by her steadfast unconditional love as a mother to Jeffrey Bowser (Shannon McIvor Bowser), John Rogers (Jessica Rogers) and Joseph Rogers (Miranda Rogers). She was a doting Grandma/Grammy to Morgan McIvor Bowser, Lola McIvor Bowser, James Rogers and Jewel Rogers. No request was ever too much; her family always came first and she lived each day to bring them joy and happiness, together creating lifelong memories along the way. Her laughter and love will echo through the hearts and memories of those whose lives she touched. A celebration of Kathy’s life was held at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on July 26, 2025, followed by a procession to Chester Township Cemetery for an intimate service.
Notices should be sent in writing by the funeral directors and memorial societies to: Geauga County Maple Leaf, P.O. Box 1166, Chardon, OH, 44024-5166, faxed to 440-285-2015 or emailed to editor@karlovecmedia.com.
Community Meetings Listed are upcoming public meetings and executive sessions. These meeting notices are NOT legal notices. Chester Township: Aug. 6, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Aug. 7, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; Aug. 11, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; Aug. 19, 6 p.m., Land Use Plan Committee; Aug. 20, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Aug. 21, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. Russell Township: Aug. 4, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; Aug. 7, 2 p.m., Board of Trustees; Aug. 21, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees; Aug. 27, 4 p.m. – Citizens’ Park District, 6 p.m. – Zoning Commission. All meetings are held at Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. West Geauga BOE: Aug. 11, 7 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.
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Geauga Public Library Geauga West Branch 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250. Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
Buckeye Bonanza
July 31, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Celebrate the beloved Ohio buckeye by learning how to grow a buckeye tree while snacking on some tasty buckeye candy and making special buckeye crafts.
Audio-Visual Pop-up Book Sale
Aug. 2, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Calling all movie buffs, music lovers and audiobook fans - stock up on great entertainment at unbeatable prices at the pop-up book sale.
Library-Led Discussion
Aug. 6, 7-8 p.m. Discuss “After Annie” by Anna Quindlen. No registration is required.
Back to School Help for Geauga Kids Registration is now being accepted for Help Me Learn Day, a school supply distribution program for low-income children sponsored by Geauga County Job and Family Services. The 19th annual Help Me Learn Day will be held Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Morning Star Friends Church, 12555 Ravenna Road in Chardon. Pre-registration is required to participate. Identification in the form of a food stamp card, Medicaid card or photo ID is required. Free clothing, student haircuts, dental screenings and eye exams will also be provided compliments of Morning Star Friends Church, Square Up Barbershop, Northeast Ohio Neighborhood Health Services, LaBarberia Institute for Hair and Chardon Family Eye Care. For more information or to register by July 31, call 440-285-9141, ext. 1263.
Real Estate Transfers Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the week ending July 18 and period July 21-24, 2025, as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only. CHESTER TOWNSHIP MAAS Properties LLC, 8089 Sherman Road, to John M. and Jennifer Goll, $375,000. (1.00 acres) Ross and Patricia M. DiBello, 7540 Wilson Mills Road, to Anthony DiBello, $200,000. (1.61 acres) Sperry Road Ohio Property LLC, 13295 Sperry Road, to Liam Maddoc, Adrdea N. Davis, Michael David Miller, and Tristan Miller, $575,000. (1.56 acres) Annette L. Dielman, 9028 Forest Lane, to Korbin and Emily Hauenstein, $240,000. (1.28 acres) Martin and Toni L. Neary, 11545 Blackberry Lane, to Alyssa C. and Cody Timmer, $555,000. (5.42 acres) David and Kathleen Onderdonk, 11545 County Line Road, to Thomas and Sabrina Jordan, $447,000. (5.70 acres) Frank and Joan Dobnikar, 12191 Reserve Lane, to David A. and Marla M. Perchinske (trustees), $555,000. (1.59 acres) Eric Horstman (trustee), 11855 Heath Road, to Jessie and Jessica Briley, $415,000. (6.55 acres) Kyle and Marcy Kiefer, 7883 Birchwood Drive, to Jacqueline A. and Dale J. Rusnik,
$310,000. (1.00 acres) Nicholas Totarella, 12539 Woodside Drive, to Alec J. and Alexis R. Stewart, $420,000. (0.64 acres) Craig M. LoPresti, 13014 Cherry Lane, to Brendan Peterson and Elise Naticchia, $268,000. (1.00 acres) RUSSELL TOWNSHIP Frank Carragher III (trustee), 14684 River Glen Drive, to Charles Ohman Sr., $650,000. (5.00 acres) Jane and Jane E. Gray (TOD), 8500 Kinsman Road, to Geauga Investment Properties LLC, $328,100. (2.34 acres) Jane and Jane E. Gray (TOD), 8512 Kinsman Road, to Geauga Investment Properties LLC, $220,000. (2.25 acres) Susan Beattie, 14620 Russell Lane, to Beverly D. Crowe and Melissa D. Martin, $436,000. (1.60 acres) Kyleigh and Andrew Weinfurtner, 14566 West Ridge Drive, to Caitlin D. Griffin and Dmitriy Y. Estrin, $608,000. (2.37 acres) Dennis R. and Lauren Barriball (trustees), 7700 Clarion Drive, to David M. and Amanda S. Babst, $650,000. (1.06 acres) Betty G. Fredman, 7780 Clarion Drive, to Trent Brennan and Lauren Podojil, $352,100. (0.82 acres) Bartholomew E. and Amanda Hayes, 679 Scarsdale Lane, to Marco and Christina Iafano, $450,000. (1.82 acres)
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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS
FOR RENT Huntsburg: Remodeling: 5BR, 2BA. Includes laundry room, rec room or 6th BR, basement, garage. Large closets, 2 are walk-in. No pets, No smoking. 440-636-5747.
EVENTS Rubber Stamp & Craft Supplies Sale: Sat. July 26, 9amNoon, Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Rd. 30 Tables: Gently Used & New Rubber Stamps, Craft Supplies, Great Deals! Contact: rav4linda@gmail.com. Basket Raffle: August 2, 2025, 12pm–4pm, drawing at 4:30pm. Claridon Town Hall, ran by Girl Scouts Troop 70602.
FOR SALE Great Wood Shop Hobby Wood: 100 board-feet wormy Chestnut; 200 feet planed and straight edged Black Walnut; 300 feet planed Butternut. Call to Inquire. 440-336-2027. Family Burial Plot for sale. All Souls Cemetery. Serene location in prime section. Section 16. 216-440-8743.
Pampered Chef Multi Cooker: brand new, never used. Retails $229, will sell for $100. 440-632-0518. Huskee HZR350 Riding Mower Lift: $55. Complete toilet: including all components, white, $45. 440-3467708, leave msg. Daylilies: over 450 varieties, $10 to $12 per large clump. Call 440-570-1377. New white triple track Storm Windows: perfect for home & porch enclosures (7) 30-1/4x59-1/4 $75 each. George 440-336-5044. Two burial plots at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens with full package: 2 vaults, 2 caskets, dual memorial headstone; $7,400. 440-476-0706. Gaming Table: 46” octagon, $25. Buzz Rack hitch mounted ski rack: never used, $200. Artic Air Pure Chill 2.0: $20. 440-635-7183. Engine Hoist: 2 ton, w/8-ton long ram cylinder, $250. 440-487-2955. 2019 New Holland BC5060 Square Baler: One owner. Excellent Condition. $18,000. went to round baler. 440-548-7631, 440-669-7666. Lake View Cemetery, 4 burial plots total (2 double lots): Cemetery Price $10,100 per dbl. Asking $8,000 each dbl. 440-729-0070. Home/business computer/laptop desk, lateral file, 3 bookshelves/storage cabinets w/doors, each $125. Thomasville Executive Desk w/drawers, $300. Leather burgundy swivel/rolling chair $200. No scratches, EC. 440-834-1177.
Bronze Aluminum Screens: (7) New, 41.5x84”. (2) 31 5/8 x 42 3/8. Can be cut to size. (2) Makita Skilsaws. DeWalt 1/2” Electric Drill. 440-548-2657. DEER HUNTERS: (40) Deer Hunter and (73) Bow Hunter Magazines. Vintage, Excellent Condition. Great reading and informational. Harvest that Big One!! $100 takes all. 440-223-9471. Kayaks 2 Precision and Dagger: $475 each. SPINNER Exercise Bike: like new, $200. Rototiller: $150. 440901-4029. Speakers: Two Infinity 10” woofer 4-ohm 200 watts speakers. Yamaha 200 watt receiver w/remote. $200 for all. 400-431-6944. Anchor Brand Folding Bench Wringer Floor Stand: 48” tall, Patent 1896, $240. 440-554-5731.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES
RENTAL WANTED Senior Male looking for efficiency apartment or one bedroom apartment. Please call 440-749-6019.
SERVICES Menno’s Fine Carpentry. Additions, old home restorations and renovations & more. Call 440-850-1118. All Season Tree and Landscape LLC: Insured. Removals, Clearing, Mowing, Mulching, Trimming, Debris Removal. Senior, Veteran and First Responder Discounts. Call Mitchal at 440-662-2049. Albert’s Complete Tree Service: 45+yrs experience! Competent in all aspects of Arboriculture, Forestry and Land Clearing. Also, Firewood, Excavation and Sewer Work. Free Estimates. 440-687-5404.
UNIQUE GARAGE SALES: Weekly April - Oct, 4 buildings, Thursday thru Saturday, 9am-5pm. $1 most items. 9098 Old State Rd, (Rt 608, Chardon). Something for everyone! Aug 9, 9a-4p, 9170 Cedar Rd, Chesterland. Estate Sale: misc household items, yard equip., tools, amateur radio equip, furniture. Thurs July 31, Fri Aug. 1, Sat Aug. 2, 9a-4p. 8541 Prescott Dr, Chesterland, Great variety. Bicycle, mini fridge, microwave, costumes, puzzles, books, CDs, Disney VHS, tools, space heaters. This Friday & Saturday: 10a-3p, 9600 Fairmount Rd, Russell. 3-Estates Sale: 70yrs collecting. Downsizing. Antiques, collectibles, miscellaneous items. Cash Only. Aug 7-9, 9a-4p, 11472 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland. Vintage Jewelry, Tools, Antiques, Collectibles, Cardmaking Supplies, Yarn, Sewing Machines, Vintage Women’s Watches, Cameras, Books, Records, Wheelhorse w/ plow, Wood-burning Stove.
HELP WANTED Wild Patch Microgreens looking for weekly help. Delivery driver on Thursdays and general farm help 2-3 days a week. Experience with plants preferred but not required. Call or text Tom at 216-509-3845.
PETS & ANIMALS Big Black Fancy 3-year Horse, has pulled a buggy. $3,900. 440-313-1804. Semi-feral cats need safe barn homes. They’ll be fixed & vaxxed before placement. Call Rebecca 440-3212485.
MISCELLANEOUS FREE thought: Marijuana affects judgment and promotes psychotic episodes! Ever wonder how many recent horrible shootings are a result of marijuana use???
REAL ESTATE Homes & Land Wanted: any condition or situation! Fast, friendly, local. Serving Geauga and surrounding counties. Text or call Wayne at 330-269-9595. Local Investor will pay fair cash price for homes or land in any condition. Fast closing. Call or text 440-3460161 today.
WANTED TO BUY 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. Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.