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Christmas spirit alive in Kidron: Sonnenberg Village hosts walk, hymn sing, concert
ARCHIVE PHOTO Central Christian School is partnering with Kidron Community Historical Society to present “A Christmas Walk: A Live Nativity Adventure” Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 9 and 10 at Sonnenberg Village, 13497 Hackett Road, Apple Creek. Visit www.ccscomets.org for tickets or tickets may be purchased at the village. KIDRON The Christmas story will come to…
Read MoreNavarre man dies after two-vehicle crash in Paint Township
PAINT TWP. On Wednesday, Nov. 15, at approximately 3:53 p.m., the Wooster Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol was called to the scene of a severe injury traffic crash on Harrison Road (County Road 2) at the intersection with South Kansas Road (Township Road 179) in Paint Township, according to a news release from…
Read MoreAREA NEWS Tusky Valley band students, teacher, parents killed in chain-reaction crash
DGKN staff report Six people were killed in a crash Nov. 14 along Interstate 70 near state Route 310 involving a charter bus, two commercial vehicles and two passenger vehicles. The charter bus was occupied by a driver and 54 students and chaperones from Tuscarawas Valley Local Schools. Three of the passengers on the bus…
Read MoreELECTIONS 2023: Close unofficial results show voters choosing some new faces in local government in eastern Wayne County
In final unofficial results, the Wayne County Board of Elections summary report showed that newcomer Blake Nussbaum barely edged out incumbent Dennis Finley in the Dalton mayoral race in the November election. Nussbaum received 341 or 50.22 percent of the votes and Finley received 338 or 49.78 percent of the votes. DGKN staff report In…
Read MoreNOT FORGOTTEN: Dalton brothers killed in Vietnam honored with highway
PHOTO BY DAN STARCHER Family members stand near the sign of the newly dedicated road segment, the PFC Roy Porter and LCpl Larry Porter Memorial Highway. From left, Roy Porter, nephew; Laura Beckelhimer, niece; Dotty, sister-in-law; and Jerry Porter, brother. DALTON The war in Vietnam remains one of the most significant events in U.S. history.…
Read MoreTHE APPLE CREEK BANKING CO. STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Clara Sundberg (Week of Sept. 25)
Clara Sundberg Grade: 12 Parents: Roger and Michelle, brothers Gabe and Jake Selected by Teachers Reason for selection: Good standing, amazing character, leadership heavily involved in the school and community. Favorite school subject: Science Hobbies: Running and hanging out with friends Favorite Book: The Four Winds Favorite TV show: Sweet Magnolias Future Plans: Attend college…
Read MoreLETTER TO THE EDITOR No reason to establish new fire department in Dalton
Dear Editor, I am writing to express my strong support for the East Wayne Fire District and to share my perspective on the proposal for a new Dalton fire department. As a resident of our community, I believe that the East Wayne Fire District has consistently proven itself as a reliable and effective fire service…
Read MoreKidron chicken processing plant cooperating with federal investigation, reviewing policies
DGKN staff report KIDRON A longtime local chicken processing plant is cooperating with an investigation and reviewing policies at every level in light of federal agents reporting this month more than two dozen minors were found working illegally in the plant. A story on nbcnews.com by Julia Ainsley, Laura Strickler and Didi Martinez that posted…
Read More“Fight Like Breana Hurtt” DHS sports teams support Dalton woman with breast cancer
PHOTOS BY AMBER DOTY FOR THE DGKN By ARIEL STAHLER Gazette & News sports writer Dalton High School’s sports teams are known for their fighting spirit on the court and field, but this season, they are showing support to a Dalton woman who is in the middle of her own fight against breast cancer.…
Read MoreMARK YOUR CALENDARS Dalton’s fall production: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life”
DGKN staff report DALTON To get everyone in the holiday spirit, Dalton High School’s theater program will be performing the holiday staple, “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Mark your calendars for Nov. 17 and 18 with a senior citizens dress rehearsal on Nov. 16th at 9 a.m. If the football team is in the regional playoffs,…
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