Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Resident hopes all fire, EMS levies pass, and mean improved staffing at Dalton
I read with interest Scott Widmer’s Letter to the Editor in the August 19th issue. At first, I thought that Scott was coming out against the 2.9 mill levy which would have surprised me greatly. As I read his letter further, I realized that he was simply asking us to understand what we are going…
Read MoreLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Vote for MEDWAY anti-drug levy
As your Wayne County Prosecuting Attorney, I can attest to the tremendous asset that Wayne County citizens enjoy having the MEDWAY Drug Enforcement Agency working to combat drug trafficking in our community. Drug trafficking and drug addiction have been, and continue to be, a serious crisis in our community. MEDWAY is the only law enforcement…
Read MoreLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Too many unanswered questions surround proposed fire/EMS levies
The Village of Dalton has been illegally paying $72,000 per year from the general fund for the last three years to the East Wayne Joint Fire District and has passed a resolution to continue doing so. The Ohio Revised Code states that when voters approve a fire and/or EMS levy, there can be no other…
Read MoreLETTER TO THE EDITOR: How will the 2.9-mill levy influence emergency response compared to 2020?
There will be an opportunity on the November ballot for township residents served by the East Wayne Fire Department to approve raising $125,000 and approve the township trustees to contract for emergency response services. East Wayne’s total receipts in 2019 were $427,633 and East Wayne’s 2019 Wage Earnings report states that $135,325 (31.6% of total…
Read MorePOSITIVE PRESS: Dalton resident feels blessed by birthday card shower
To The Dalton Gazette & The Kidron News: Virgene Steffen was overwhelmed by the surprise birthday card shower. Students, teachers, friends and family sent 187 beautiful cards with best wishes and kind memories. Thank You! I feel blessed. Virgene Steffen, Dalton
Read MoreLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Couple humbled by community’s support after motorcycle accident
Dear Community, It has now been one month since our accident and we are still receiving food, uplifting cards and much appreciated help with everyday life. We always knew this area was different than most, but we are humbled by the tremendous blessings that you, our neighbors and friends have given us. You have truly…
Read MoreLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Couple sad PNC bank closing, says staff served community well
We feel sad and disappointed that the PNC branch in Dalton is closing. We moved from Dalton to Orrville six years ago but still use the PNC branch bank in Dalton. The PNC employees are friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful. Chad, Beth, Sarah, Eve, Chris and all the staff at PNC are just wonderful people,…
Read MoreSurprise card brings cheer to grateful Dalton residents
Would like to say a big “Thank You” for the surprise we found in our mailbox today. The card was very much appreciated and is so good to see that young people care about their elders. Vickie Menges Dalton
Read MoreLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thankful to SCT, EWFD for reconciling differences
To the Editor of the Dalton Gazette, It certainly was refreshing and admirable to read the public article concerning the trustees and fire district’s accomplishments of reconciliation and resolutions in regards to the past number of years relating to serious grievances. Hopefully, this public declaration will pave the way for total forgiveness to occur so healing and hope can be…
Read MoreShady Lawn committed to care for community
Facts over fear. We hear this all the time. But what happens when the facts ARE scary? We are living in uncertain times, full of projections and models. With schools, church services, public events and celebrations canceled it’s hard to feel normal. We are redefining normal every day. We are resilient, intelligent and strong. If you look…
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