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Courier 6-2-16 Conn Grad.indd
Periodical’s Postage Paid www.facebook.com/ gazettenewspaper The Courier Conneaut’s Home Town Newspaper THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 Index VOL. 25 NO. 22 75 CENTS GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS, INC. “We Made It!” Says Conneaut High School Class of 2016 Heath Marketplace Celebrates Five Years - page 2A Kingsville Trustees Turn Down Road Crews’ Request for Four Ten-HourDays Work Week - page 3A Sensory Story Hour for Autistic Individuals Coming to Kingsville Public Library - page 8A B-Section: The Lantern of Saybrook opens - 1B For the Record 6-7B Geneva and Harpersfield hold Memorial Day ceremonies - 5B PHOTO BY JOY COBB At the conclusion of Saturday evening’s commencement in Garcia Gymnasium, Conneaut High School Class of 2016 graduate Courtney Alexis Coe whoops as she and fellow graduates turn their tassels from right to left. Principal Dawn Zappitelli presided over commencement for the last time. Next year, she becomes principal of Gateway Elementary School. Conneaut High School graduation story, student photos, and a full photo page, are inside this week’s Courier on pg 14A. “War Is An Abomination,” Scott Marcy Says on Memorial Day Obituaries - Page 18 changed. “I loved the Army and the Army loved me. When thanked for my CONNEAUT - U.S. Army Col. service, I said, ‘It was my pleasure,’” Ret. Scott Marcy, whose years of he said. “Since I left the Army, my military service included the first See MEMORIAL pg 16A Gulf War at Kosovo and assignments at the Pentagon, told the Memorial Day gathering at Liberty Street Cemetery on Monday that war is an abomination. Marcy was introduced by emcee Rich Gleason, of the American Legion, who led the ceremony remembering the “Conneaut 49,” local men killed in World War II, Korea, Viet Nam, and Iraq. Marcy began by speaking of a higher calling. “There is no substitute for sitting down with a cup of tea, playing with loved ones, or saying, ‘I love you, Mom,’ ‘I love you, Dad,” he said. Of motivation during military PHOTOS BY JOY COBB Jim Brown and Bob Rossic of American Legion Cowle Post 151, service, he said, “Only your courage is stand ready to raise then lower the flag to half staff at Liberty Street what gets you up and moving against Sophie Turner, age 16 months, Cemetery on Memorial Day. Forty-nine smaller flags represented an enemy intent on killing you.” daughter of Liberty and Cody Marcy said that as time has Turner of Conneaut, waits for the Conneaut’s own who lost their lives: 40 in WWII, three in Korea, five passed, his thinking about war has Memorial Day parade to begin. in Vietnam, and one in Iraq. Legals - Pages 12-22 D-Day Museum Ribbon-Cutting is June 6 Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum opens for the season - 14B C-Section Sports: Pages 1-8 Front Porch Swing Page 12 Classifieds - Pages 22 - 24 By JOY COBB Gazette Newspapers By MARTHA SOROHAN Gazette Newspapers 7 p.m. June 6 – the 72nd anniversary of the Allied invasion of Germanoccupied France that turned the tide CONNEAUT – The grand opening of World War II. of the D-Day Museum at Lake Road “We chose June 6 because of the and Harbor Street will take place 4 to anniversary of the invasion,” said DDay Museum co-coordinator Karen Kennedy. The opening has been a long time coming. It was Oct., 2012, when D-Day Ohio, Inc., which oversees Conneaut’s annual D-Day Event, announced that it had accepted an offer to take over the former First Hungarian Evangelical Reformed Church. Unhappy with the prospect of an empty church building in the city, the Rev. Robert Leonard, pastor, was thrilled when former church secretary June Brennan suggested donating it to D-Day Ohio. Although Leonard had never attended a D-Day Event, he was impressed with the D-Day groups’ enthusiasm after a walk-through of the space. D-Day volunteer Dave Owens made a site study. D-Day Ohio had no permanent place then, though that was part of its vision, said D-Day COO Lori McLaughlin of Conneaut. “We had talked of getting to that place some day, but we never had time to look at a strategic plan for all this,” McLaughlin said in an earlier interview. D-Day Ohio had hoped for a See D-DAY pg 15A 2A • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS WQLN Happy With “Our Town” Tapings “Most of the time, we do the two days of shooting at different locations, such as a museum one day and a CONNEAUT – WQLNbed-and-breakfast the next, TV producers could not have because we like to have difbeen more pleased last week ferent backgrounds and difwith the videotaped interferent sets,” said Counasse. views of 30 local residents “It has to be a quiet location that will be compiled into that offers pre-interview and the “Our Town: Conneaut” recording space. We couldn’t program to air 8 p.m. June find two spaces in Conneaut. 30 over the Erie, Pa., public The library was nice, but we television station. could not ask them to close Thirty interviews took for us. This one worked out place at half-hour intervals perfect. It’s awesome.” on May 25 and 26, at the So awesome, in fact, that serene wooded setting of the WQLN production crew Bear Creek Farms Bed and spent the night there. Breakfast on State Road in Taking turns behind Monroe Township. the camera last week were Greeted by WQLN’s Lisa WQLN producers/directors Counasse or Shannon FerBill Moon and Natalie Garrare, interviewees had cia. signed up following an April Once Lowe was seated, 12 public meeting about the Counasse – out of camera program at the Conneaut range -- prompted Lowe with Public Library. questions about her story. WQLN’s “Our Town” seThose questions will be edries highlights small cities ited out of the final product. Lowe was instructed keep eye contact with Counasse and to repeat part of the question in answering. She was to avoid the camera until the main interview was over, then do a promotional piece for the upcoming “Our Town: Conneaut.” Lowe proceeded easily into her 15-minute story of buying 100 acres – 60 of them wooded – and an 1860s farmhouse they initially intended to raze. “We literally bought the farm,” Lowe said to CouPHOTOS BY MARTHA SOROHAN nasse on camera. “All that Erie, Pa., public television station WQLN parked its colorful van for two days at the was on the farm at the time Bear Creek Farm Bed & Breakfast to videotape the “Our Town: Conneaut” interviews. was 30 acres of hay.” Coming from northern California, Lowe and her husband, Terry, eventually purchased alpacas – “we had never heard of them” –after seeing an infomercial about them on TV. Today, they love to show visitors around their working farm with fleece room and gift shop, herb garden, chickens, rabJoin your University Hospitals neighborhood experts for our annual bit colony, bee hives, honey family health and safety day events. These FREE community celebrations house, the barn quilt made by Conneaut High School offer family-friendly activities featuring the UH Rainbow Babies Art Club and the Little Free & Children’s Safety Squad – plus wellness screenings, safety tips Library that is frequented by and educational materials that promote healthy lifestyles for Amish buggies. Asked what she liked people of all ages. Mark your calendar for the event near you. best about Conneaut, Lowe said it was that she and her husband were never treated SATURDAY, JUNE 18 | 9 A.M. – 1 P.M. SATURDAY, AUGUST 6 | 9 A.M. – 1 P.M. as outsiders, despite coming UH Ahuja Medical Center UH Richmond Medical Center* about a decade ago from 27100 Chardon Road 3999 Richmond Road northern California. Richmond Heights, Ohio 44143 Beachwood, Ohio 44122 She also loves Lake Erie. “I do miss the ocean,” she SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 | 10 A.M. – 2 P.M. SATURDAY, JUNE 25 | 9 A.M. – 1 P.M. said. “We have no ocean here UH Elyria Medical Center UH Geauga Medical Center but the closest thing to it is 13207 Ravenna Road, Chardon, Ohio 44024 UH Amherst Health Center Lake Erie. I love storms, 254 Cleveland Avenue, Amherst, Ohio 44001 the blizzards, and the nasty SATURDAY, JULY 16 | 9 A.M. – 1 P.M. weather. I love to see waves THURSDAY, AUGUST 18 | 4 – 8 P.M. UH Ashtabula Health Center rolling in across the lake.” Lifelong Health & Safety Day 2131 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004 Moon said that most in* UH Bedford Medical Center terviewees, such as Lowe, SATURDAY, JULY 23 | 9 A.M. – 1 P.M. 44 Blaine Avenue, Bedford, Ohio 44146 are able to complete the UH Portage Medical Center TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 | 3 – 6 P.M. 6847 North Chestnut Street Graduate of Conneaut High School UH Streetsboro Health Center Ravenna, Ohio 44266 By MARTHA SOROHAN Gazette Newspapers within the station’s viewing area. Conneaut is the sixth city to be highlighted, in addition to North East, Meadville, Edinboro, Oil City, and Corry, Pa. Conneaut was said to have had the largest public introductory meeting turnout in April, and last week, Counasse said it had the largest number of interviews as well. “We haven’t had any ‘noshows,’ and in fact, people have come early,” Counasse said. Fifteen interviews were scheduled each day. “Every slot was booked,” Counasse said. “This is the most stories we’ve ever had, and since this is our first time in Ohio, we weren’t sure what the response was going to be. “ Glenda Lowe, of Ramblin’ Rose Alpaca Farm, had signed up after a little coaxing because she thought the alpaca farm, with its barn quilt, would not be of interest to out-of-town audiences. “I wasn’t sure I was going to sign up at first,” she said. “I thought maybe this was going to be geared to the lake.” Not so, Counasse assured her. “We don’t want to pick the stories. They all come from residents, things that they want to tell, whether historic, or present, or plans for the future,” she said. After answering questions from Counasse, questions which Counasse would use to prompt Lowe during the interview, Lowe and Counasse walked from the registration area across the yard to the bed-andbreakfast itself, where a parlor had been turned into a TV studio. Free Family Health and Safety Days 9318 State Route 14 Streetsboro, Ohio 44241 A campus of UH Regional Hospitals * Rylie Sue Pryately Preregistration is required for select health screenings. For more information, visit UHhospitals.org/FHSD or call 216-767-8435. 2016 Open House *UNEsPM © 2016 University Hospitals REG 00363 1244 Lake Road Conneaut, OH 44030 Bill Moon videotapes Glenda Lowe, of Ramblin’ Rose Alpaca Farm, for the “Our Town: Conneaut” program. He alternated behind the camera with fellow producer/ director Natalia Garcia. screening, we do change our segment in one take. “A lot of people breeze minds.” Garcia said most people through it. Some we have to start and stop, and some who who are interviewed are suraren’t fluent often repeat prised at the final product. “They are surprised how themselves,” he said. Videotaping the “Our the interviews end up, espeTown” series offers Moon cially if they feel like they a glimpse into unfamiliar are awful on camera,” she said. cities. Conneaut interviews “I like getting out of the station, meeting people and cover topics such as Port hearing their stories,” he Conneaut, Conneaut Arts said. “Each town may have Center, Conneaut Cable similar geography, but they Advisory Board, Township all have different stories. Park, Astatic Building, They look totally different.” Conneaut Public Library “ B u t e v e r y o n e i s s o stained glass, Heavenly proud,” Garcia added. “They Creamery, the White Turlove their towns and say they key, and the new uses of would never live anywhere former churches – among others. else.” The community is invited Only two-thirds of the 30 interviews will make it to the to a free screening of “Our final program, “Our Town: Town: Conneaut” 7 p.m. Conneaut,” to be aired 8 p.m. Monday, June 27, at ArThursday, June 30, during a lene’s Broadway on Buffalo, fund-raising segment from 236 Buffalo Street. Residents are also invitthe WQLN studios in Erie. But all 30 will be included ed to WQLN studios on June on an “Our Town: Conneaut” 30 for the 8 p.m. premiere of DVD given to callers who “Our Town: Conneaut.” Not pledge a certain amount to only will they be seated in a WQLN during the 90-minute special section, and panned Conneaut segment of the by the camera during fundraising breaks, but they program. Moon admitted that it is may be invited to sit at the difficult to decide which sto- desk to accept pledge telephone calls. ries make the “top 20.” WQLN is not finished in “We try to pick out the strongest stories, ones that Conneaut. The station is truly represent the town,” still seeking local sponsorhe said. “Our on-air time ships. Their goal is to raise is limited to two-and-a-half $20,000. Production costs hours, so we do have to cut. for “Our Town Conneaut” But we try to cut all of them are about $15,000. As of down in order to fit more in. last week, about $7,000 had Sometimes, during a pre- been raised. Glenda Lowe, of Ramblin’ Rose Alpaca Farm, discusses her upcoming interview with WQLN’s Lisa Counasse (back to camera). Kingsville Township Clean-Up is June 4 Kingsville Township will host clean-up day 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 4. Residents must present proof of residency. Items may be taken to the Township Garage on Cemetery Road. Items not allowed include garbage, yard waste, or hazardous materials, including flammables, refrigerants, paint cans and tires. Questions? Call Township trustees Karl Brunnell (241-1405), Darrell Ensman (224-2389) or Dennis Huey (224-0527). GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • 3A TOWN TALK Marcy Funeral Home, 208 Liberty Street, will host the second in its monthly “Lunch and Learn” series offered the second Wednesday of the month from noon to 1 p.m. The June 8 topic is “Estate Planning,” presented by the Lafferty Law Office. A light lunch is served. Topic for July 13 is “Banking,” by Conneaut Savings Bank. Heath Market To Celebrate Five Years on Saturday www.facebook.com/gazettenewspaper We are just a PHONE CALL AWAY Another sure sign that summer is here is that the Summer Softball Season for church leagues got underway on May 31. Games are played at Malek Park, and the public is welcome to observe. DMK Productions will be in Conneaut on July 16, filming at the Franklin Mint at Main and Washington Streets. The filming is open to the public. DMK Productions was founded in 2010 by Devon Marshbank and Javan Mattei. More details are forthcoming. In advance of the Tourism Board meeting on June 14 at Buccia’s, Tourism Chair Connie Naylor says that the board had a “great kick-off” over Memorial Day weekend. The Tourism Board plays a major role in the MS-150 “Welcome Party” at Township Park’s lower pavilion, falling this year on Sunday, June 12, starting about 10 a.m. Children up to age 18 are eligible to receive free breakfasts and lunches this summer, starting June 13, at the Conneaut Human Resources Center, 327 Mill Street. Breakfast is served at 9 a.m. and lunch at noon. Community Action is providing lunches county-wide this year, but the Conneaut Food Pantry is offering breakfasts. “We felt feeding the families is important,” said Debbie Newcomb, CHRC executive director. Parents/guardians are welcome to accompany their children, but may not eat. Call 593-5273 for details. We Want Your Announcements! s%NGAGEMENTs7EDDINGs!NNIVERSARYs-ILITARYs#OLLEGEs-EETINGSs#OMMUNITY PHOTO BY MARTHA SOROHAN Natalie and Rick Heath will celebrate five years of ownership of Heath Marketplace with a live “jam session” headed by Joel Specht on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Heath Marketplace is located at 927 Main Street. By MARTHA SOROHAN Gazette Newspapers CONNEAUT – Chances are that even if you have never set foot inside Heath Marketplace at 927 Main Street, you have tasted the mouth-watering cakes whipped up daily by co-owner Natalie Heath. That’s because Natalie bakes cakes for area restaurants such as Briquettes, Breakwall Barbeque, Bascule Bridge Grille, and Harbor Perk. In fact, Natalie’s baking talents encouraged her and her husband, Rick, to purchase the former City Center See MARKET pg 19A Kingsville Township Turns Down Road Crews’ Request for Four Ten-Hour-Day Work Week By Joy Cobb Gazette Newspapers KINGSVILLE TOW SHIP - The Lulu Falls land swap resolution was easily adopted at Kingsville Township trustees’ regular meeting on May 25, but tempers flared over a question of eight or ten-hour workdays by the end of the evening. Trustee Darrell Ensman returned following an illness, and trustees Dennis Huey, Karl Brunnell, and Fiscal Officer Sarah Patterson led the meeting. Patterson said the township had received correspondence from Ohio Checkbooks, a state-led initiative for townships to send in their financials online at no cost. Patterson said the program had been discussed at the Township Association Meeting, but since the program is not mandated, “None of us are doing it until we have to.” Correspondence was also received from Steve Hinson, who attended the meeting to make his request in person. Chairman of the Grave-marking Committee and Treasurer, North Eastern Ohio Chapter 12, Sons of the American Revolution, Hinson said that the Ashtabula County Historical Society will lead a tour of Lulu Falls Cemetery on Cemetery Road 2 p.m. June 19, with a grave-marking ceremony at the conclusion of the tour. A Revolutionary War veteran by the name of Benjamin Barrett has been documented as being buried in Lulu Falls Cemetery, but his grave is unmarked. Hinson said, “Families of the deceased usually pay for the foundation for a stone, but since Barrett’s is not a recent death and he served in the war, we would like Kingsville Township to consider waiving the cost of the foundation. The Veterans Association has already ordered and paid for a 4’x20” granite upright stone, the typical stone seen at Arlington National Cemetery.” The trustees answered that Kingsville Township usually pours grave foundations at a certain time of year, but they would pay for the quarter yard of concrete to provided one for Barrett the next time they do them. “It’s the least we can do for a patriot,” said Huey. “We can hold the gravemarking ceremony without having the foundation for now,” said Hinson. “Waitstill Dickinson is another Revolutionary War veteran buried in Lulu Falls Cemetery, but Dickinson’s grave is marked.” The Ashtabula County Historical Society will announce additional gravemarking ceremonies on June 19. Huey asked who would be emceeing the Memorial Day activities beginning at 8 a.m. May 30 in Township Park. When Stewart said his brother, Craig, will emcee, and the Boy Scouts or Cub Scouts will lead the flag-raising, Huey asked that Stewart to announce that the Apostolic Church would be serving free refreshments following the Memorial Day ceremony. Stewart announced that starting May 31, the township would contact the oil company to begin dust control. “It’s top priority,” he said. “We’re still working on getting a berming machine to get See WORK WEEK pg 19A CBOE To End Fiscal Year With $3.3 Million By MARTHA SOROHAN Gazette Newspapers CONNEAUT - During its regular meeting May 25, the Conneaut school board approved the latest FiveYear Financial Forecast which Conneaut Area City Schools Treasurer Lindsay Elly said showed a more favorable bottom line than the Five-Year Forecast issued in October. The district looks to end Fiscal Year 2016 on June 30 with a balance of $3.3 million, Fiscal Year 2017 with a $2.5 million balance, Fiscal Year 2018 at $850,000. Deficits of $1.5 million at the end of Fiscal Year 2019 and $4.7 million at the end of Fiscal Years 2020, are forecast, if conditions are unchanged. The improvement in the spring Five-Year Forecast numbers was due to a onetime $500,000 Medicaid reimbursement. The school board approved a school insurance contract with Griffin Insurance for the 2016-17 school year, and a purchased service contract with Healthcare Process Consulting. It approved a five-year Performance Bond for the treasurer for $100,000 with Ohio Casualty Insurance Company. Volunteer Opportunities June 12 – MS-150 cycling “welcome party” at Township Park’s lower pavilion needs help greeting about 1,000 riders coming into Conneaut. Help serve food and other miscellaneous tasks. Contact Connie Naylor at 599-7697. The school board approved annual membership in the Ohio High School Athletic Association, prompting CBOE President Joan Norton to question why the district is joining the OHSAA if the Conneaut high school will be playing in a western Pennsylvania athletic league. Conneaut Area City Schools Superintendent Mi- chael Notar said the district may be eligible for state tournaments since it will be playing local schools in the early part of the season. Notar added that the schools are putting in place the steps for the new athletic passes that will be offered starting with the 2016 football season. 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D-Day Ohio, Inc., has relied on school buses the last five years to transport visitors to the D-Day Event, once parking was banned from Township Park due to the phenomenal growth of the D-Day invasion reenactment event. But late last year, the Ohio Department of Education enacted legislation that without commercial licenses, school buses could not be used for non-school functions. Faced with the expense of contracting with commercial transportation companies, the D-Day Ohio, Inc., Committee asked Ohio Rep. John Patterson to get involved. Commercial licenses under consideration cost about $400 per bus and are separate from the DOE’s routine school bus inspections. Notar told City Council that he learned during a discussion with Bob Harmon, of the Ohio Department of Education, that the new legislation requiring a commercial bus license for non-school events does not affect the use of school buses for local events open to the public and which do not charge transportation fees. Notar said seven criteria, including bus fuel, drivers’ salary, and others were met in the D-Day transportation arrangement. “It’s a big relief. D-Day is a huge thing for the community,” Notar said. Notar said he had called the DOE about ten times and received seven different answers before deciding to go straight to the top with Harmon. “We’re good to go,” he said. D-Day Ohio reimburses the school district for fuel and drivers’ wages; the school district donates the buses. In other news, the school district agreed to move sets of aluminum bleachers being stored in the former GE parking lot on Maple Street to the Liberty Street Park for spectator seating during Conneaut High School tennis matches at the park. Conneaut City Manager Jim Hockaday said that the two benches at the Liberty Street Park courts were insufficient and that a donor had offered to buy two more. Saying that was not enough seating, Hockaday asked Notar if the school district had additional aluminum bleachers. Notar responded that Lake Erie Correctional Institution had donated 10 three-tier bleachers, which were to be used at the AllCounty Track Meet on May 7 at the Eighmy Track & Field complex. Once that meet was over, Notar said the school district would move the bleachers over to Liberty Street Park. The bleachers are moved to the track temporarily for large track meets. Hockaday said the city could put in a concrete base for the bleachers. The schools and the city discussed seeking sponsorships to help pay the $10,000 final resurfacing cost of the Liberty Street Park tennis courts. The courts were paved through a grant last fall, and lined, but a final coat of blue infield epoxy will extend the life of the courts. “I’d like this year to seal coat. Can you do half?” Hockaday asked Notar. Because the school dis- trict is prohibited from using Permanent Improvement Levy monies on city-owned property, or from seeking grants for the project for the same reason, Hockaday suggested seeking sponsorships from groups that may be interested in posting advertising at the future tennis courts at the SPARC complex on the site of the former West Main Elementary School. Fences at Conneaut Municipal Stadium are filled to capacity with advertising. Hockaday said he understood that the new tennis courts are two years away. Notar agreed to speak with high school athletic booster groups about the sponsorships. See SHUTTLE pg 19A CBOE Approves Laketec Communications Contract By MARTHA SOROHAN Gazette Newspapers CONNEAUT – At its May 25 meeting at Conneaut High School, Conneaut Area City Schools Board of Education approved a wireless communications network contract with Laketec Communications of North Olmsted. Conneaut Schools’ Tech Director Brian Chase spent 35 minutes during the work session that preceded the 5:30 p.m. meeting discussing the savings of the new lease contract. It will cost the district $59,000 in three annual lease payments. Once the lease is up, the school district will own the network infrastructure, leaving it free to select its own vendor. “It’s elastic. It gives us a lot of leeway,” Chase said. Cisco recently notified the school district that its wireless switching systems installed with the new schools in 2003 and 2004 are no longer being supported. “Cisco is a viable company, highly recognized, with great hardware, but the product has reached the end of its life,” Chase said. “It’s no longer manufactured and is no longer under warranty.” Because continuing with Cisco would have meant replacing failed components with refurbished ones, Chase has turned to HP switch units, which are less expensive and come with a lifetime warranty. “It’s fully-loaded at no additional cost,” he said. “It’s like when you buy a car, you often have to pay for extra things like power seats. That was Cisco. Everything was a la carte. Service was extra. With HP, it’s fully-loaded right off the bat, with future upgrades. It was a no-brainer.” The move to Laketec was also a response to changes in E-Rate, a Universal Service Fund for schools and libraries overseen by the Federal Communications Commission. The Universal Service Fund offers discounts to telecommunications carriers for delivering telecommunications services to schools and libraries. While Category 1 and Category 2 E-Rate funding was offered to school districts across the country, most districts, such as Conneaut, were eligible only for Category 1. Category 2 was limited to extremely impoverished school districts determined by the percentage of students eligible for federal free or reduced-price meals. “In the past, we’ve been eligible for Category 1 funding, which handles internal connections, and has pretty much dealt with our phone systems, which are on the network. Our connections to Conneaut Telephone were done under Category 1,” said Chase. But E-rate has begun been phasing out, or reclassifying, Category 1 funding. “The government was paying 80 percent of the service, but this year it was down to 40 percent, and it was going to drop to 20 percent, and in two years, there would be no more funding,” Chase said. Changes had to be made. When Chase learned that E-Rate Category 1 classification changes affected phone service reimbursement, but not the mechanism or fiber connections, he rebid the fiber connections as Category 1 so the school district could retain its 80 percent discount. “The fiber connection is a substantial part of the service,” he said. Chase said the district is now eligible for Category 2 funding reimbursing districts $150 per student per building. “If you had 100 kids at 100 percent funding, that would be $1,500 per building. We don’t get 100 percent, but we get 80 percent,” he said. “We’re eligible for Category 2 funding of about $216,000. All our equipment switches falls under Category 2. By getting approved for Category 2 funding, we are able to replace every single switch from Cisco to HP.” Chase compares network switches to a roadway system, with small arteries connecting to major highways. “Every computer, security camera, alarm, telephone, or e-mail has to traverse the network, and switching is the roadway for all communications,” he said. The new HP switches come with a lifetime warranty, lower cost, and are fully loaded. “No more service contracts,” Chase said. That leaves funding for other network improvements, such as adding wireless to Lakeshore Primary School. Conneaut High School, Conneaut Middle School and Gateway Elementary School are already wired. “But because of our budget, we didn’t have coverage,” Chase said. “We’d get a wireless signal, but the influx of devices would saturate it. Some equipment is burning out, and we’re having to rebuild switches.” The schools’ gigabyte capacity will also be increased. “We’re going to bring the 1 gig up to speed to match the speed of the 10-gig connections between buildings,” he said. “Down the road, we’ll be capable of going from 1 to 10 gigabytes and eventually from 10 to 40.” Work is to be phased in in June and wrap up in midJuly. “We’re going from the ground-up,” Chase said. “New infrastructure with a modular design, so components will be able to be removed and upgraded at minimal cost. We will be powering all our own switching. The equipment is brand new, and after three years, the equipment is ours. We will be able to do anything in the foreseeable future. All this equipment will last as long as I live, and beyond.” Long May She Wave PHOTO BY JOY COBB Milton Luce, US Army, retired, of Conneaut, is the man responsible for donating the 6,888 flags on Broad Street each year. He started his display on Amboy Road in 2002. On Monday, Luce was pictured waiting for the parade to begin with his sister, Brenda Miles, of Pierpont, one of the dozens of volunteers who helped with the flags. PHOTO BY MARTHA SOROHAN The earlier estimate that 3,500 flags would go up on Broad Street between Madison and the underpass for Memorial Day was off by half. More than 6,000 flags are waving, thanks to efforts of over 50 volunteers. This is twice as many as went up last year. The flags are courtesy of Milton Luce. Jim Jones spearheaded the volunteer effort. Flags were to stay up through Memorial Day, and longer, depending on when the grass will need to be mowed. Our Community Conneaut Public Library Events 304 Buffalo St. 593-1608 Summer Reading registration is open for all ages. The six-week “Be A Reading Master: Paint Your Mind with Books” begins June 20, with special Art Festival 10 a.m. to noon June 25. Polliwog Readers is for children three and under with a caregiver. Reading Masters is for children ages 4 to fifth grade. Prose Painters and Volunteens is for grades 6 to 12. Call 593-1608. Friends of the Conneaut Public Library will host a Book Sale 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. June 9 and 10 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 11. Kingsville Public Library Events 6006 Academy St., 224-0239 GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • 5A Upcoming Events June 2 – “Dusty’s Reading Corner,” 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for children at Conneaut Public Library, 304 Buffalo Street. June 2 – TOPS 4:45 p.m. Ashtabula County Nursing Home, 5740 Dibble Road, Kingsville. June 2 - Opening reception 6 to 8 p.m. for painters James Jones and Brant Gebhart at Conneaut Arts Center, 1025 Broad Street. June 2 – Conneaut Quilt Guild 7 p.m. at First Congregational United Church of Christ, Main & Buffalo Streets June 2, 9 - Lighthouse Cruisers Cruise-In 5 to 8 p.m. at Lower Pavilion, Conneaut Township Park. Food, music, fun. June 3 - Sandwich and salad luncheon 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. First Congregational United Church of Christ, Main And buffalo Streets 6$ June 3 – Alcoholics Anonymous, open, 8 p.m. at Amboy United Methodist Church, 554 W. Main Road. June 4 – Tour de State Line cycling trips, 8 a.m. from Back by popular demand is the “Ancestry Library EdiConneaut Arts Center, 1025 Buffalo Street. Lunch protion” genealogy class, for all skills levels, 4 to 5:30 p.m. vided on return. Register 593-5888. Wednesday, June 8, at the Simak Welcome Center. Tech Director Dan Scott will demonstrate how to use the library's June 5 – Alcoholics Anonymous 1 p.m. Corpus Christi subscription database to find census, marriage, death, birth, Parish Hall, 734 Mill Street. military, and immigration records. Computers not needed, but participants are encouraged to take notes. Registration June 5 – Commencement 2 p.m. at Edgewood High required. Call (440) 224-0239. School, 2428 Blake Road, Ashtabula Township. Need help with electronic devices? Call Dan Scott at 224-0239 for a one-on-one appointment. Village Readers meets 1 p.m. June 21 to discuss “Euphoria” by Lily King. “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah will be discussed 1 p.m. July 19. New members welcome. Pharmacy & Health What to do About Hives Hives are the skin’s reaction to certain things that may cause red or white itchy patches in the skin. Chronic hives, or uticaria, occurs when the itchy patches last more than six weeks or come back every few months or years. Symptoms of this condition can include wheals on the face, arms, legs, and trunk, by Kerry Gerdes itching, swelling, and welts Gerdes Pharmacy that vary in size. Common triggers may include ex245 Main St. posure to insects, extreme 593-2578 changes in the temperature, sunlight, or alcohol. Cortisone cream can help relieve the inflammation and itching associated with mild forms of hives. Secondgeneration antihistamines such as loratadine (Claritin), fexafenadine (Allegra), and cetirizine Zyrtec) help reduce itching and do not cause as much sleepiness compared to the older antihistamines. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) such as ibuprofen (Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve) may be taken to help reduce inflammation and pain. Omalizumab (Xolair) is approved in teenagers and adults with urticaria who do not find relief with antihistamines. Site Solver June 6 – Cleveland Food Bank Produce-to-People Distribution 10 a.m. to noon at Conneaut Human Resources Center, 327 Mill Street. Ohio residents only. June 6 – Meet & greet Ohio Rep. John Patterson (D99) 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Conneaut Human Resources Center, 327 Mill Street “Microsoft Excel for Beginners” will be taught 4 to 5:30 p.m. June 29. Learn to open and save spreadsheets, June 6 – Grand opening reception 4 to 7 p.m. of D-Day copy and paste, select and insert rows and columns and type Museum, Lake Road and Harbor Street. in text and numbers. Bring your own computers or use the library’s. Call 224-0239 to register. June 8 – “Estate Planning,” by Lafferty Law Office, noon to 1 p.m. at Marcy Funeral Home, 208 Liberty Street. Free lunch seminar. Conneaut Arts Center June 11 – D-Day Local Planning Committee 9 a.m. at D-Day Administration Building, 283 Buffalo Street. June 11 – “Daisy Drop” CLYO fund-raiser with 50/50, 1025 Buffalo St. (440) 593-5888 Chinese Auction 2 p.m. at Conneaut Municipal Stadium. $1,000 prize. $10 tickets. Call 593-1191. An opening reception for local artists James Jones and Brant Gebhart, who paint local scenes and landscapes, will be held 6 to 8 p.m. June 2. June 12 – Welcome Party 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Township Park’s lower pavilion for MS-150 riders from western Pennsylvania. The fourth annual Tour de State Line, a bike ride of 10, 26, or 50 miles heading east into Pennsylvania, will begin 8 a.m. June 4 from the Conneaut Arts Center, with registration and check-in 7 a.m. The first 150 registrants will receive T-shirts and raffle tickets, with prizes awarded and picnic box lunches for cyclists and families served upon return. Helmets are required. Register by visiting conneautartscenter.org. June 12 – Family Movie Night 5:30 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Grove Street at Lake Road. Free. Movie to be announced. Registration is open for Arts Camp 2016, “Beach Fun,” for children in grades K to 5. Choose the week of June 13 or June 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring a sack lunch; beverage and snacks provided. Fee of $90 for non-CAC members and $85 for members, with discounts for more than one child per family, includes camp supplies. Each session limited to 60 children. Call 593-5888. Conneaut’s Creative Writing Stormy Season By Celia Elizabeth Cecil Wright The thunder crashed over my head, drowning out all other sounds. The wind roared down from the north and streaks of lightning flashed. I saw the big barn sliding door flip to the roof of the high beef barn. One window popped out of the frame and fell on the grass. It was just put in place. Many trees fell. Old granddad maple trees planted in Civil War days and younger trees were caught in a maelstrom of wind, rain and lightning. Plenty of work for the local trimmers and firewood gatherers. PHOTO BY MARTHA SOROHAN Have you seen this Site Solver? The first to call its location to The Courier (440) 576-9125, ext. 116, after 5 p.m. Thursday, June 2, will win a Velvet ice cream cone at Pat’s Lakeside Grill at Township Park’s lower pavilion. Last week’s Site Solver was a classic car pictured on the garage at Clark Notary Service, 1340 Lake Road and Burlington Heights. Winner was Gary Duris. Golf Outings CONNEAUT HUMAN RESOURCES CENTER, 327 MILL ST., 593-5273 Cleveland Food Bank Produce-to-People distribution is 10 a.m. to noon Monday, June 6. Bring a bag to take home produce. Open to Ohio residents only. Ohio Rep. John Patterson (D-99) will meet constituents 1 to 2:30 p.m. June 6 at the CHRC. Donations are being accepted for the CHRC’s Annual Rummage Sale 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 17 and 18. Bag sale noon June 18. Mary’s Kitchen will serve free hot lunch 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 9. Call 593-5273 for 10:30 a.m. home delivery. This is a program of Corpus Christi parish. Sign up for Children’s Summer Right Track for kids in second through sixth grades runs June 14 to July 21. Come for free lunch at noon; program runs 12:30 to 3 p.m. It includes games, guest speakers and field trips and more. Co-sponsor is Conneaut Elks Lodge. Call 593-5273 to sign up. Seniors Together: 10:30 a.m. programs June 2 – Name 5 June 3 - Bingo June 6 - Produce Give-away June 7 - Crafts with Kathy Altman of Conneaut Public Library June 8 - Hump Day Breakfast 9 a.m., “Donuts for Dad,” States & Capitals Jingo June 9 - Bible Study with Bud and Sheila Brooker June 10 – Uno; Lakeside Senior Conference Conneaut Area Chamber of Commerce Four-Person Scramble, 9 a.m. June 10 shotgun start at Village Green Golf Course, Routes 531 and 193, North Kingsville. $65 per golfer includes 18 holes with cart, pin shots, beverage cart, lunch, steak dinner. Four-person team $260. Sponsorships $50 to $500. Registration 8 a.m. Call 593-2042. 2nd Annual Tom Henson Memorial Golf Outing to benefit Ashtabula County Basketball Foundation. 10 a.m. shotgun start on June 11 at Village Green Golf Course on Route 193 in North Kingsville. Four-person scramble, $75 per golfer/$300 per team. 18 holes, hot dogs at the turn, steak dinner by Phil’s Catering, 50/50 and side raffles, door prizes. Register 9 a.m. Call Steve Kray 998-1413. Harry Church Memorial Golf Outing 1 p.m. June 18 at Windy Hill Golf Club, 6231 Weaver Road, Monroe Township. Call Tommy Hagstrom. Conneaut Rotary Club Golf Outing 10 a.m. shotgun start July 15 at Village Green Golf Course, Routes 531 and 193, North Kingsville. Thinking of having a Market your sale to over 30,000 readers for only $9.99 Deadline Monday at Noon • 440.576.9125 x102 Our Community 6A • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS Legion Auxiliary Collecting for “Food For Thought” By MARTHA SOROHAN Gazette Newspapers CONNEAUT - The American Legion Cowle Post #151 Ladies Auxiliary kicked off a food drive on May 17 for the six-county “Food For Thought” program to benefit the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Serving about 8,000 hunger-relief programs in Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga, Ashtabula, Ashland and Richland Counties, the Greater Cleveland Food Bank brings “Produce-to- People” food trucks to the Conneaut Human Resources Center the first Monday of each month for free fresh produce distribution to Ohio residents, with no income restrictions. The Greater Cleveland Food Bank also supplies food for Ashtabula County food pantries with regular deliveries at Country Neighbor headquarters in Orwell. Conneaut Food Pantry Executive Director Renea Roach stocks shelves at the local food pantry with food that the Greater Cleveland Food Bank delivers to Country Neighbor in Orwell. The Legion Auxiliary is accepting non-perishable donations at the American Legion, 272 Broad Street, through June 24. Items will be delivered to Cleveland on June 24 and 25, then picked up by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. An on-line site is available for persons interested in making cash donations. Contact the Legion Auxiliary for more details. Meet Your Neighbor SUBMITTED PHOTO American Legion Cowle Post #151 Ladies Auxiliary who are collecting for the Greater Cleveland Food Bank’s “Food for Thought” food drive include (front, left) Rosie Calhoun, Carmella Knight, Chloe Bailey, Elena Curtis, Rylee Simes, and McKenzie Kaszoroski; and (back, left) Renee Unruh, Elaine Hemstreet, Nicole Unruh, Tina Betts, Debi Latva. The drive runs through June 24. Lori Clark By ELAINE HUTCHINSON Gazette Newspapers CONNEAUT - Walking along our Conneaut beach, Lori Clark was enjoying all the sights and sounds of her native town. Many years she had strolled along the sparkling diamond sand and lazy rippling waves in search of nature-touched beach glass. Little did she know that this time it was going to lead to a very unusual adventure, an adventure that started 44 years earlier. Lori grew up in Conneaut. Most of her family still lives here. One romantic day, her knight in shining armor appeared and swept her away to Wisconsin where she has lived happily ever after. Lori comes back to Conneaut quite regularly, and when she's here, she strolls along the enticing shore of Conneaut's beach. It was during one of these returns that Lori stumbled upon an adventure. What could that be? What was that? These questions flooded Lori's mind as her eyes spied a sparkle below the surface of the water. Lori carefully pulled an older-looking class ring, half-covered with sand, out of the water. Her detective instincts started working. Noticing that this was a man's class ring from Edgewood High School, she searched the Internet. Locating the date and the initials on the ring, she narrowed the search until an obituary came up of a mother with children in Conneaut but not with the initials A.W.S. Lori contacted one number and left a message. A week went by when Lori received a call from a gentleman who lived in Georgia. Albert William Spieldenner said his sister had contacted him about a ring. Albert stated that he had lost his class ring 44 years ago. He had a hard time believing that his class ring was suddenly discovered! Albert had given up all hope of ever seeing his ring again. Albert is very grateful to Lori for all her efforts. Lori is happy to walk her childhood beach and pick up precious memories. A collection of Lori's other finds sits on the counter at the FRANK*lin Mint Hot Dog Shoppe in Conneaut. CMS Seventh Grade Wins Art Competition SUBMITTED PHOTO Peyton Marcy, a seventh grader at Conneaut Middle School and a first year ABC Art student, won third place in the watercolor division for her age group at the fifth annual “Natural Impressions” mixed media student art competition that ran through May 29 at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center in Erie, Pa. This year's theme was "All Things Winter." The competition attracts artists from the tri-state area. Marcy’s painting was based on a photograph donated to ABC Art by Rich McBride. ABC Art is a private student art studio run by Jody Brecht, Vacation Bible Schools Conneaut Church of Christ, 448 W. Main Road, will offer “God’s Little Heroes” Vacation Bible school 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. June 6 to 10, for children ages 4 to 12. The session will end with a picnic on June 10. Call 599-7401. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and Corpus Christi Parish will offer “Barnyard Round-Up” Vacation Bible School 9 a.m. to noon July 18 to 22 for students in pre-K to grade 12. Breakfast and lunch will be served 8:30 a.m. and noon, respectively, by Ashtabula County Community Action. Call Good Shepherd at 440-599-8908 to register by July 1. First Congregational United Church of Christ Vacation Bible School will be offered July 17 through 22, with special outdoor worship and VBS program on Sunday, July 24. Call 599-8744. Gageville United Methodist Church, 4063 Route 193, Kingsville, will offer “Son Spark” Vacation Bible school 9 a.m. to noon July 25 to 29 for children ages 3 to 12. Call 224-0165. ABC Art Offers Summer Lessons ABC Art, led by former teacher Jody Brecht, will offer “Crafty Camping” sessions June 7 to 10. Class times are 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. for students in first through third grades ($35) and 11 a.m. to noon for students in fourth through ninth grades ($40). Pre-school and kindergarten students meet 1 to 1:45 p.m. for $35. Call Brecht at 593-2122 or visit abcartlessons@ gmail.com for registration information. Going To A Good Cause SUBMITTED PHOTO Dr. Irene Fiala (left) APL volunteer, with her rescue animal, Grumpy Dog, picked up from Conneaut Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Wendy DuBey half of the admission proceeds from the annual Business Expo on April 26. Proceeds were split between the Animal Protective League and the Conneaut Food Pantry. Conneaut High School Youth Philanthropy Board Awards Nine Grants By MARTHA SOROHAN Gazette Newspapers CONNEAUT – Conneaut High School Youth Philanthropy Board has awarded nine grants to area non-profit organizations for the 2016 cycle. Most of the grant recipients were organizations that feed the poor. They include Conneaut Food Pantry, Mary’s Kitchen of Corpus Christi Parish, St. Vincent DePaul Society, Our Lady of Peace Neighbor-to-Neighbor Food Pantry in Ashtabula, and Farm for Christ. Other recipients are Homesafe, Inc., Community Counseling, Catholic Charities, and Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley. “The Youth Philanthropy board seeks to improve Ashtabula County by helping out these community focused non-profits; also to promote education, chari- ties and community involvement,” a news release stated. In its second year, the Conneaut Youth Philanthropy Board was given $5,000 by the Conneaut Foundation to award grants this spring. Youth go through the full grant awarding process, starting with sending letters to over 50 area non-profits inviting them to apply for funding. Club members sort through the responses, visit with agencies that meet funding criteria, and make the final determination. The Philanthropy Club is designed to give students the power to make decisions involving teamwork, handling and distributing money, executive decisions, and prioritizing based on need. These tasks ultimately challenged students’ philanthropic skills and abilities. “Youth Philanthropy has opened my eyes to so many things in the place I have called home my entire life,” said Morgan Holtzman, completing her second year on the Philanthropy Board. “As a senior, I hope to bring with me the values that I have learned over the two years I have been a part of this wonderful program. We have learned and experienced things that some don’t have the opportunity to come across. For this I am grateful that I could experience all that philanthropy has to offer,” said Hunter McClintock, Conneaut Youth Philanthropy Board. Funded by The Conneaut Foundation, the Conneaut Youth Philanthropy Board is funded by The Conneaut Foundation and is part of a county-wide effort by The Ashtabula Foundation and The Conneaut Foundation. Education GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • 7A Hats Off To CHS Class of 2016 Conneaut Class of 2016 graduate Mercedez Nikloa-lee Chabot, daughter of Melanie Messersmith and Lora Goodwill of Conneaut, displays her cap and diploma. Mercedez plans to attend Masters Baptist College in Fargo, N.D., then become a missionary and preschool teacher in Western Samoa. Conneaut Class of 2016 graduate Brianna Clarice Toikkanen smiles with proud parents Tammy and John Toikkanen. Brianna plans to attend Tom Savini Special Effects Makeup School near Pittsburgh. Conneaut Class of 2016 graduate Justine Renee Snyder Conneaut Class of 2016 graduate Silvia Legeza Furman receives her diploma from Conneaut Board of Education (front) and fellow grads leave the gymnasium during the President Joan Norton. Justine gave a commencement Recessional. speech, “Perfect Isn’t Happy.” Conneaut Class of 2016 Valedictorian Lauren Camille Kardohely smiles up into the stands during commencement. Conneaut Class of 2016 Salutatorian Kaylee Shaye Blenman delivers her speech, “When We Grow Up” during commencement. Conneaut Class of 2016 graduate Ashley Nichole Tobias enters the stage to receive her diploma. PHOTOS BY JOY COBB As Conneaut High School Band, directed by Dan Sommers, plays “Pomp and Circumstance” by Elgar for the Processional, the Conneaut Class of 2016 enters the gymnasium. Conneaut Class of 2016 graduate Hunter Julius McClintock receives his diploma from Conneaut BOE President Joan Norton. Hunter is in The National Honor Society. Graduate Joshua Allen Kay waits in the doorway. Conneaut Class of 2016 graduate and prankster Adam Michael Bissett (middle) had the crowd in Garcia Gymnasium laughing when he accepted his diploma with his shirt collar askew. Conneaut Class of 2016 graduate Stephen Michael Maurer celebrates with girlfriend Jenny Howell of Conneaut Class of 2016 graduate Emily Regan Lower Conneaut. Stephen plans to go into the work force, smiles after receiving her diploma from Conneaut BOE preferably in sales. “I’m really happy for him!” said President Joan Norton and Superintendent Michael Notar. Howell. Education 8A • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS Story hour for Autistic Children Starts June 16 at Kingsville Public Library By MARTHA SOROHAN Gazette Newspapers CONNEAUT – Lisa Embersole of the Ashtabula County Autism Group is looking forward to the “Sensory Story Hour” that will begin June 16 at Kingsville Public Library, 6006 Academy Street. The six-week program marks the first time that a story hour for children and adults on the autism spectrum is being held in Ashtabula County. “Spectrum Story Hour” will run 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays June 16 to Aug. 4 at Kingsville Public Library. Anyone in Ashtabula County – children or adults – on the autism spectrum, and their families, are welcome to attend. It will include stories and sensory activities. The “Sensory Story Hour” is the culmination of Embersole’s presentations, “Unpuzzling Autism,” that began in April Harbor-Topky Public Library in Ashtabula Harbor. They answered questions Bench Club’s Boys Youth Basketball Skills Camp is June 13 to 16 The Conneaut Bench Club is sponsoring a Youth Basketball Skills Camp for boys from June 13 to June 16 at Conneaut High School’s Garcia Gymnasium. Boys entering first through fourth grades play 9 to 11 a.m. Boys entering fifth through eighth grades play noon to 2 p.m. Conneaut High School head boys basketball coach Tim Tallbacka will run the camp, assisted by CHS basketball players and staff. Cost is $35. Call 440-655-8569 or email [email protected] for more information and a registration form. Around Buckeye June 2 - Field Day at Ridgeview Elementary School Kingsville second grade to Cleveland Aquarium Awards Assemblies: Edgewood High School grades 9 to 11 p.m. Kingsville Elementary School grades 4 – 5 2 p.m. June 3 - Last day of school for students Ridgeview Elementary 1st grade field trip to fire station Braden Middle School Awards Assembly 9 a.m. Kingsville Elementary School picnic and field day 9 a.m. Ridgeview Elementary School end-of-year Assembly for grades 3, 4, 5 at 10 a.m. Braden Middle School Dylan’s Fun Run 12:30 p. m. June 5 - Edgewood High School graduation 2 p.m. in the gymnasium June 6 - Teacher Report Day about autism, recommended support books and support groups, and ways to bring sensory fun into the home and classroom. Embersole, of Roaming Shores and the mother of a 20-year-old autistic son, says Harbor-Topky Research Librarian Andy Pochatko first reached out to her for advice on an autism awareness event in April for Autism Awareness Month. “He asked if I’d be willing to talk. It snowballed from there,” she said. It continued to gain momentum after Conneaut Public Library Youth Services Director Stephanie Gildone and Pam Nyman, and Kingsville Public Library Youth Services Director and Outreach Coordinator Becky Spencer attended the Harbor-Topky sessions out of curiosity. Both libraries invited Embersole to take her program to their respective libraries in May. Embersole’s sessions have been well attended by a mixed audience. “At Harbor-Topky, we had a lot of professional people, including a pre-school teacher who was just there to learn,” Embersole said. “In Conneaut, there was a grandmother who was concerned about her grandchild, and another family that recently moved to the area and just received an autism diagnosis. I find that interesting. No matter where we go, how many or how few people attend, there is always someone new who is reaching out for help. That’s the important thing. That a family got the support they have been looking for.” Embersole finds that most people are fairly knowledgeable about an autism diagnosis but not so knowledgeable Professional Services Directory Mike’s Mowers Inc. Parts and Services Authorized Service for: B&S, KOHLER, KAWASAKI, HONDA, TECUMSEH, LCT. 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Though she does not consider herself an expert on the subject, Embersole is now the Ashtabula County parent/mentor through the Ashtabula County Educational Service Center. “Nothing surprises me about autism, because my son is 20, and I’ve been dealing with it for years,” said Embersole. “We were a group of moms who were tired of nothing being available. We decided if it didn’t exist, then we’d start one. We asked ourselves, why can’t we start it? We’re willing to talk and answer questions.” Embersole believes that the group has benefitted the entire community. “People talk about autism now,” she said. “We’re willing to talk and ask questions. But with this diagnosis, or any diagnosis, you start on the journey and learn as much as you can. It’s sad in Ashtabula County because we don’t have much.” Kingsville Public Library’s Sensory Story Time is a start. “Advertising the Kingsville program as a sensory story hour opens it up for all children who are trying hard to sit still and be quiet,” said Embersole, who will observe each week. “There is a lot more touching and moving. The librarian does not mind if kids have trouble being quiet.” Embersole says that children with and without autism may have “sensory” issues. “It means that they have trouble regulating their senses,” she said. “They can be hyperactive and hypoactive, and it can affect them in a lot of different ways. For example, a lot of autistic children don’t like loud noises. That’s a subject that a lot of parents have questions about. People and educators want to understand this, because a child with sensory issues can lead to issues in the classroom and at home. It’s hard for them to deal with it.” Embersole’s son, Jacob Westcott, attended a school in Perry that serves autistic children through the Reed Education Services. He was five years old before he became verbal. Today, he is considered a “12-plus” student in the Jefferson School District. In a work-study program through Community Action, he loves to write and is artistic. “He has written an entire comic book,” Embersole said. Embersole says he will never live independently. “Autism is very complex,” she said. “Those with autism are often highly intelligent. They just have a disability that hinders them socially and keeps them from understanding human interactions.” For more information on Kingsville Public Library’s Sensory Story Time, call the library at 224-0239. Sage Verdi Published In BW Literary Journal BEREA – Sage Verdi of Conneaut was among 28 exceptional writers and artists whose work was selected for publication in the 2016 edition of Baldwin Wallace University's annual literary and art journal, "The Mill." Verdi, a creative writing major and Edgewood High School graduate, published “A Girl-Child’s Daydream.” Alyssa Nieset of Geneva also published a work, “Culture Shock.” She is a graduate of Geneva High School. Alumni Calendar CHS Class of 1958 Conneaut High School Class of 1958 will meet for noon lunch June 6 at Perkins Restaurant, Conneaut Plaza. Class meets the first Monday. Rowe High School '53/54 Rowe High School Classes of 1953/54 will meet for breakfast 9 a.m. June 7 and 21 at Perkins Restaurant, Conneaut Plaza. Breakfasts the first/ third Tuesdays. Guests welcome. Rowe High School Classes of ‘60/‘61 Rowe High School Classes of 1960 and 1961 will meet for noon lunch June 7 at Perkins Restaurant, Conneaut Plaza. Classes meet the first Tuesday. Guests welcome. CHS Class of 1964 Conneaut High School Class of 1964 will meet for noon lunch on Friday, June 10, and Friday, July 8, at the lower pavilion of Township Park. The Annual Picnic will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, with breakfast 9 a.m. Aug. 14. Both will be held at Township Park’s upper pavilion. Contact is Connie Williams (599-7512). CHS Class of 1955 Conneaut High School class of 1955 will get together at the Ashtabula Elks Club, 3115 Lake Rd., 5:30 p.m. June 14. E-mail [email protected] or call 440-593-2662 for reservations. CHS Class of 1966 Conneaut High School Class of 1966 50-year reunion planning committee will meet 10 a.m. June 16 at J.T.’s Bagels on E. Main Road. Reunion is the weekend of Sept. 10. Rowe High School ‘62/’63 Rowe High School Classes of 1962/1963 will meet for breakfast 9 a.m. June 28 at Perkins Restaurant, Conneaut Plaza. Classes meet the fourth Tuesday. CHS Class of 1971 45-Year Reunion Aug. 5-6 Conneaut High School Class of 1971 will kick off its 45year anniversary with an informal gathering 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, at the upper pavilion at Conneaut Township Park. Attendees should bring an appetizer. The 45-year reunion dinner will be 4 to midnight Aug. 6 at the Conneaut Human Resources Center, with games, prizes, great food and fun. Other high school classes are invited. Call Joan Norton at 440-812-7210 for information. County Education GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • 9A A-Tech hosts Senior Awards Ceremony More than 250 students earn Career Passports BY JAN PERALA A-Tech JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP - It was an evening filled with traditional pomp and circumstance, pride in accomplishments and a celebration of bright futures as more than 250 graduates collected Career Passports at Ashtabula County Technical and Career Campus’ (ATech) annual Senior Awards Assembly at Lakeside High School on Friday, May 27. A-Tech Health Care Academy junior Crystal Byler announced the arrival of the Class of 2016 and Automotive Technology graduating senior Tim Bowling opened the events at the Senior Awards Ceremony by welcoming the family members and friends who filled seats at the Lakeside High School gymnasium to capacity. Health Care Academy senior Erica Applebee introduced board of education members, superintendents and home school building principals from 10 associate school districts and also provided introductions for the three Class of 2016 student keynote speakers. Computer Information Systems senior Matthew Stuper recognized the numerous graduates who received scholarships and special awards by asking them to stand for a round of applause. Class of 2016 speakers, Graphic Communications student Skylar Penrose, Precision Machining senior Dustin DeMattia and Heath Care Academy senior Shelbie Sporcich each reiterated a common theme: the transformative nature of their A-Tech experience. “A-Tech has prepared us for bright futures,” Penrose said. “Anything and everything is possible. All we have to do is go after it.” Classmate Dustin DeMattia detailed the valuable skills he learned at A-Tech calling the opportunity to work with area business owners to build a national qualifying robobot in the Precision Machining Lab “the experience of a lifetime. Attending A-Tech is one of the best decisions I have ever made. It has opened the door to many opportunities for employment in my field of study; opportunities a young kid does not usually get straight out of high school,” he said. Heath Care Academy graduate Shelbie Sporcich evoked a metaphor from author Rory Vaden’s book, “Take the Stairs” to illustrate the importance of taking on difficult challenges in lieu of shortcuts to achieve success. “Take the stairs - not the escalator. What makes successful people successful? Motivation, determination, and willingness to learn.” Sporcich said making the decision to leave the comfort zone of their home schools may have been a difficult first step for A-Tech students but choosing an early focus on a career path was a critical stepping stone to a first job or advanced education. “Please continue on the path that you began by choosing A-Tech,” Sporcich advised her classmates. “Let the skills you’ve developed here guide you to be the person you’ve always wanted to be.” At the event, A-Tech graduates garnered accolades reflecting the school’s strong tradition of launching students to successful careers, advanced training and higher education, as members of the Class of 2016 were granted more than $200,000 in scholarships and awards, gaining admission to selective career technical programs and public and private colleges. “Congratulations. We are proud of you,” A-Tech Principal Mr. Paul Brockett told the Career Passport recipients. But remember, “The most important thing is to have a positive attitude. Let your legacy be that you improved the lives of others, that you made a difference in the lives of those around you.” A-Tech Superintendent Dr. Jerome Brockway and Dr. Harlan Waid, president of the A-Tech Board of Education, assisted by Student Liaison Mrs. Gilda McQuoid, presented each graduate with a Career Passport. A-Tech Career Passports provide tangible validation of their attained knowledge and skills packaged for presentation to prospective employers. Each Career Passport contains a Career-Technical Certificate specific to the student’s area of concentration, a detailed résumé, an enumeration of their career technical competencies and a listing of honors and awards received. Ashtabula County Technical and Career Campus Class of 2016 AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR Justine Coe – Grand Valley Dakota Deary – Lakeside Dmitri Giddings – Geneva Murphy Griffin – Grand Valley Michael Phillips – Edgewood Alex Sarna – Jefferson AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Timothy Bowling – Geneva Aaron Chismar – Grand Valley Everett Dickey – Conneaut Dustin Hinshaw – Jefferson Mathew Hurst – Jefferson Samantha Lynch – Conneaut Kimberly Price – Jefferson Johnathan Reyes – Geneva Roy Switzer – Geneva Kevin Thomas – Lakeside Alex Winner – Geneva BUILDING MAINTENANCE *Dominick Barricklow – Pymatuning Valley Nicholas Darrin – Grand Valley Dakota Kidwell – Geneva Stephen Maurer – Conneaut Ryan Miller – Jefferson CARPENTRY Jared Bixel – Grand Valley Garrik Butler – Edgewood *Rachel Carcell – Geneva Edward Hughes – Geneva Erika Kelsey – Jefferson Jordan Palinkas – Lakeside Kyle Pierce – Jefferson Dominique Ridenour – Jefferson Victoria Scribner – Edgewood Scott Sporcich – Edgewood Brenden Wiser – Lakeside COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Caterra Broyles – Pymatuning Valley Cheyenne Diodati – Grand Valley Michael Ferrari – Lakeside Sebastian Hartman – Conneaut Clark Heath – Lakeside Jacob Mongenel – Edgewood Joshua Nagle – Edgewood Charles Roushey – Grand Valley Dylan Sizemore – Lakeside Matthew Stuper – Lakeside COMPUTER NETWORKING Olivia Case – Jefferson Jeremy Hines – Pymatuning Valley Aaron Reed – Conneaut Mindy Schliskey – Lakeside Jonathan Starkey – Lakeside Joshua Stoll – St. John Andrew Swiger – Geneva Zachary Wiser – Conneaut COSMETOLOGY Quinn Angerer – Conneaut Alexandria Arnold – Geneva Daltyn Blackmore – Lakeside Jazlynn Brown – Jefferson Alexandria Emerson-Como – Lakeside Hope Good – Lakeside Racheal Haught – Geneva Katlyn Johnson – Pymatuning Valley Margarita Maldonado Matias – Lakeside Megan McDivitt – Berkshire Christopher McDowell – Conneaut Ruby Rausch – Pymatuning Valley Kristie Rockwell – Geneva Kassandra Rodriguez – Lakeside Leann Tinney – Geneva Kelsey Woissol – Lakeside Ashlyn Wolfe – Jefferson CULINARY ARTS Jasmine Beckwith – Grand Valley Antonio Blanton – Lakeside Diones Bowens – Lakeside Cody Brewer – Edgewood Alexis Cross – Edgewood Aylah Davis – Pymatuning Valley Michelle Ingramm – Lakeside Cody Lowe – Jefferson *Danielle Michalski – Berkshire Carlene Osborne – Conneaut Morgan Pack – Lakeside Rebecca Peck – Grand Valley Sara Reichert – Conneaut Sarah Schliskey – Lakeside Samantha Stewart – Lakeside Natasha Stiver – Jefferson Ariel Williams – Lakeside Aaron Wright – Lakeside DESIGN DRAFTING Brennen Becker – Jefferson Jonathan Brandes – Edgewood Reilly DeCato – St. John Joseph Dungan – Grand Valley Debbie Smith – Lakeside EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Mercedez Chabot – Conneaut Emily Clisby – Geneva Paula Cothrum – Lakeside Molly Dean – Geneva Megan Newlun – Lakeside Hayley Pennell – Lakeside Kandice Snyder – Pymatuning Valley Emily Stowers – Jefferson KayLeah Venable – Geneva Beth Weaver – Grand Valley PHOTOS BY JAN PERALA FOR A-TECH Ashtabula County Technical and Career Campus (A-Tech) graduating senior Shelbie Sporcich addresses the standing-room only crowd at the school’s Senior Awards Ceremony held at Lakeside High School last Friday evening. Classmates Dustin DeMattia, Matt Stuper and Erica Applebee (pictured on stage) were also among the panel of student speakers at the event which celebrated the graduation of 250 students from 23 A-Tech Career -Technical programs. Dustin DeMattia – Berkshire Chad Turner – Lakeside Taylor Compton – Berkshire Timothy Fink – Pymatuning Sandra Tuttle – Lakeside Nicholas Downing – Edgewood Valley John Watt – Lakeside Juliette Novak – Grand Valley Evan Kuehn – Berkshire Skylar Penrose – Jefferson Micheal Richter – Jefferson MULTI-MEDIA Annamarie Rickard – Berkshire Neil Rizer – Grand Valley Anne Schlote – Pymatuning Val- Corey Catcher – Grand Valley Jacob Stitt – Lakeside Joseph Godfrey – Grand Valley ley Brendan Sweeney – Pymatuning Trevor Louk – Grand Valley PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY James Martin – Grand Valley Valley Brandon Arcaro – Conneaut Cheyanne Wiley – Pymatuning Jacob Pataki – Grand Valley Jeremiah Powell – Grand Valley Michael Griffith – Jefferson Valley Benjamin Gruber – Geneva Dylan Rule – Grand Valley Rebecca Hackathorn – PymatunHEALTH CARE ACADEMY Megan Webber – Grand Valley ing Valley Colt Yox – Grand Valley *Erica Applebee – Edgewood Robert Hathy – Conneaut Bethany Anslow – Jefferson Anthony Jackman – Grand Valley Kimberly Barnhart – Grand Valley MULTI-MEDIA Lance Elliott – Pymatuning Val- Corey Knapp – Pymatuning April Brown – Jefferson Valley ley Melody Burnett – Conneaut Matthew Fetters – Pymatuning Chaz Lariche – Geneva Briana Covert – Edgewood Tyler Maldonado – Conneaut Valley Takoeda DeLong – Berkshire Jeremy Frederick – Pymatuning Ashley Showman – Geneva Sierra Hall – Lakeside Peter Sigafoose – Edgewood Valley Alexander Hoyt – Jefferson Amanda Kean – Pymatuning Collin Headley – Pymatuning Lisa Torres – Conneaut Valley Valley Michelle Martin – Pymatuning Nicole Jordan – Pymatuning SMALL ANIMAL CARE Justin Adams – Lakeside Valley Valley Jeremy Brooks – Jefferson Ashley Occhionero – Jefferson POWER EQUIPMENT TECH- Johanna Brown – Edgewood Shaun Proctor – Lakeside Andrea Carroll – Lakeside Alexandra Robertson – Jefferson NOLOGY Christian Aponte-Huertas – Py- Dannielle Duraine – Geneva Kassidy Sauerwein – Conneaut *Maranda Eliason – Berkshire matuning Valley *Shelbie Sporcich – Edgewood Andrew Bevins – Pymatuning *Shaylynn Glaettli – Geneva Breana Sprinkle – Jefferson Dylan Hamilton – Lakeside Valley *Ashley Stowers – Lakeside Summer Hull – Edgewood *Madelynne Butler – Jefferson Alexis Sweeney – Geneva Lyndsey Neal – Berkshire Ryan Clark – Edgewood Shelby Taulbee – Grand Valley Kaylee Severino – Edgewood Nathan Coach – Geneva Katelyn Thayer – Grand Valley Matthew Cumberledge – Jef- Kayla Sharpe – Edgewood Justin Tuttle – Conneaut Alexandria Skaggs – Jefferson ferson Michaela Wheeler – Edgewood Savannah Smith – Conneaut Justus Cutright – Geneva Tori White – Berkshire Matthew Donaldson – Grand Shye Williams – Edgewood WELDING Tiffany Wiser – Pymatuning Valley James Brunning – Conneaut Casey Fox – Conneaut Valley Matthew Gabriel – Pymatuning Justin Campbell – Conneaut Morgan Conrad – Geneva HORTICULTURE/LAND- Valley Phillip Martin – Pymatuning Jared Dubach – Lakeside SCAPING Aaron Good – Edgewood Valley Austin Bowers – Jefferson Hannah Hackathorn – PymatunAmber Pollock – Conneaut Dalton McReynolds – Lakeside ing Valley Cody Smith – Lakeside *Zoe Shreve – Lakeside Joseph Henderson – Pymatuning Wesley Wilms – Geneva Adam Sovel – Lakeside Valley Tucker Witt – Berkshire Omar Pantojas – Geneva MASONRY Cody Snyder – Geneva PRECISION MACHINING Christina Barnette – Conneaut Andrew Wilson – Jefferson Andrew Bailey – Conneaut James Campbell – Conneaut Jordan Yankie – Geneva Payton Boggs – Edgewood Robert Cottom – Lakeside Zachary Younker – Jefferson Dylan Dalton – Lakeside Dylan Hurst – Geneva *Denotes National Honor Society Grant Dalton – Lakeside Anthony Pirozzoli – Geneva Jacob Sanders – Geneva Gregory Steele – Lakeside MULTI-MEDIA Blake Allison-Moore – Lakeside Orlando Canales – Lakeside Tyler DiBell – Lakeside Kolt Ernst – Lakeside Quindon Harris – Lakeside Jarred Layman – Lakeside Edward Lohr – Lakeside Markale McKinney – Lakeside Derek McManus – Lakeside Benjamin Morse – Lakeside GRAPHIC COMMUNICA- Arthur Pettit – Lakeside Kendall Presley – Lakeside TIONS Guillermo Ambriz Ornelas – Frances Rivas – Lakeside Teresa Rivera – Lakeside Lakeside Austin Scardino – Lakeside Michael Brail – Jefferson ELECTRICITY Thomas Christo – Jefferson James Church – Jefferson Noah Eggleston – Lakeside Bradley Hunter – Edgewood Charles Miller – Lakeside Jacob Nipple – Pymatuning Valley Leonardo Rivera Rivera – Geneva Public Safety Academy graduate Ben Gruber celebrates the moment with his parents Shawn and Angie after receiving his Career Passport at A-Tech’s Senior Awards Ceremony last Friday evening. $*$=(77(1(:63$3(56:((.2)7+856'$<-81( 10A • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS CONNEAUT ARTS CENTER 2016 June 13-17 or June 20-24 JOIN US FOR BEACH FUN! 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GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • 13A Rashad Al-Araibi Alyssa Bennett Amanda Chadwick Alexis Hicks Rashad Al-Araibi is graduating with an Honors diploma. He is a member of Conneaut High School National Honor Society, the Environmental Club, and a played varsity football and tennis. He plans to study biomechanics and physiology at the University of Cincinnait. He is the son of Johna Benson. Alyssa participated in the Conneaut High School Choir, played soccer and was named to Conneaut High School Honor Roll. She had perfect attendance throughout her high school years. After taking a year off, Alyssa plans to attend college to become a physical therapy assistant, or enter the U.S. Air Force. “Live life to the fullest, without regrets,” is her motto. She is the daughter of Christine Bennett and John Furry III. Amanda is a scholar athlete at Conneaut High School. She played varsity softball for four years, varsity tennis for four years – earning first in singles – varsity soccer and varsity basketball for two years each. She was a member of the 2016 softball team that won the USA Cup. A Youth Philanthropy Club and National Honor Society member, she was a class officer. Amanda is a graduate of Ashtabula County YOUth LEADership. She plans to attend The Ohio State University in the fall of 2017 after spending a year working at the U.S. Embassy in Armenia. Chadwick is the daughter of Joe Chadwick. Alexis spent three years on the drill team at Conneaut High School, sang in the Women’s Choir for two years and performed with ‘n Harmonix Show Choir for one year. Alexis plans to study cosmetology at A-Tech. “Give me strength when I’m standing and faith when I fall” is her motto. She is the daughter of Stacy Padilla. Ashley Alexander Kaylee Shaye Blenman Courtney Clark Ashley is a four-year letter winner in Cheerleading at Conneaut High School. She was a member of the Media Production team her senior year, and volunteered with Conneaut Arts Center’s Summer Arts Camp for four years. She plans to attend Bowling Green State University’s Health & Human Services program. “Looking forward to the memories of right now” is her motto. Ashley is the daughter of Lee and Cheryl Alexander. Brandon Paul Arcaro Kaylee is a four-year academic letter winner at Conneaut High School who is ranked #1 in the Class of 2016. Named Five Star Student of the Month in Oct., 2015, she plans to major in nursing at Kent State University Ashtabula campus. “When you find love worth keeping, never let it go” is her motto. Kaylee is the daughter of Bruce and Kelly Blenman. Matthew Alexander Boatright Matthew was a member of Conneaut High School Show Choir, ‘n Harmonix, for four years. He plans to attend Cleveland Institute of Art and earn a degree in animation. “We are eternal. All this pain is an illusion” is his motto. Matthew is the son of Samuel and Patricia Rhoads. Courtney earned a letter in varsity cheerleading at Conneaut High School. She played varsity volleyball and is a two-year Academic Letter winner. She plans to study nursing at Kent State University Ashtabula campus. “The tassel was worth the hassle” is her motto. Courtney is the daughter of Jasen and Tonya Green and Dave Clark. Cole Clausen Cole played varsity soccer and golf at Conneaut High School, earning two letters in soccer and two letters in golf. He also earned a letter in tennis, which he played his senior year. Cole plans to study chemical engineering at the University of Akron. “Treat others how you want to be treated” is his motto. Cole is the son of Harry Clausen and Tonya Clausen. Shianne Faith Maria Burdick Brandon attended A-Tech during his junior and senior years of Conneaut High School. There, he was A-Tech Student Ambassador, vice president of his Public Safety Class, and was nominated for A-Tech Student of the Month his junior year. Having earned a Hazmat Operations Level certification and NIMS 100, 200 and 700 certifications, Brandon graduates with a general/Public Safety Academy 2 diploma. His goal is to reside locally and become a firefighter He is the son of Shelley Fertig and Jon Arcaro. Shianne was active in soccer and sang with the Conneaut High School choir during her four years at CHS. She plans to study cosmetology at Fortis College. “To do what others said I couldn’t” is her motto. Shianne is the daughter of Paul Andrew Burdick and Robyn Elizabeth Burns-Burdick. 24-Hour Towing & Unlock Service 440-813-1421 STATE STREET AUTO SALES & SERVICE Tim McCartney, Owner 318 Orange St., Conneaut 440-599-6886 (Shop) Congrats Shelby Class of 2016 Lauren was president of the National Honor Society at Conneaut High School. She also served on the Youth Philanthropy Club, was president of Stage Crew and was senior class vice president. She is a four-year letter winner in Golf, and a graduate of Ashtabula County YOUth LEADership. Graduating with an Honors Diploma, she plans to major in finance at John Carroll University. Lauren Tom Howe was recognized is the daughter of Tom and for having the most school Sara Kardohely. spirit at Conneaut High School. “You can retake a class, but you can’t relive a party” is his motto. Tom’s future plans are to pursue voice acting or psychology. He is the son of Justin and Sharmaine Howe. Hunder was a member of the National Honor Society and the Youth Philanthropy Club at Conneaut High School. A four-year member of the varsity soccer team, he plans to study nursing at Lakeland Community College. He lives by the motto, “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” Hunter is the son of Michelle and Vincent Rose, and Robert McClintock and Melissa Rivers. Sean Ryan O’Meara Gage Janek Safety Town the Conneaut Dairy Queen and Conneaut Police Station buildings in his Computer-Assisted Drawing (CAD) class. Jason played soccer his freshman and sophomore years at CHS. He plans to study mechanical engineering at Kent State University Ashtabula campus. “Think before you act and speak” is his motto. He is the son of Christina Wadding and Eric Wadding. Aaron Ledlow Silvia Furman received an Honors Diploma at Conneaut High School commencement on May 28. Active in the Youth Philanthropy Club her junior and senior years, and a member of the National Honor Society, which she served as treasurer, Silvia played for four years in the Spartans Marching Band, earning the John Philip Sousa Award and the Director’s Award. As a sophomore, she was a member of the Lady Spartans tennis team. Silvia plans to major in biomedical engineering at the University of Akron’s Honor College. She is the daughter of Pete Furman and Babs Legeza. Hunter McClintock Thomas Howe Gage graduated from Conneaut High School with a 3.7 GPA and was named to the Honor Roll. He was a member of the varsity track and tennis teams, and earned a letter in football. He plans to join the U.S. Air Force. “It’s better to have and not need than to need Brittany Culver and not have” is his motor. Gage is the son of Jay and Brittany was a member of Laurie Janek. the Environmental Club at Conneaut High School. Her Jason Jewell, Jr. future plans are to study forensic science. “Always J a s o n ’ s favorite finish what you start” is her a c c o m p l i s h m e n t a t motto. She is the daughter Conneaut High School is of Kim Culver. designing for the Lions Club Silvia Furman Lauren Kardohely Named to the Honor Roll at Conneaut High School, Aaron Ledlow lists as his personal motto, “A monument to all your sins.” He plans to study accounting at Kent State Ashtabula and main campuses. Aaron is the son of Kim Shank. Orlando Bros. golden dawn SUPERMARKET Shelby Lynn McCartney Shelby Lynn McCartney was active at Conneaut High School as an athlete, artist and a scholar. A fouryear member of the Lady Spartan tennis team, and a three-year letter-winner, she was a member of the Art Club, named to the Honor Roll and earned an academic letter. McCartney was chosen Spartan of the Month her junior year and Student of the Month in Dec., 2015. She plans to study animal science/pre-veterinary medicine at the University of Findlay. She is the daughter of Tim McCartney and Chris McCartney. Sean Ryan O’Meara is a member of Conneaut High School National Honor Society, School Pride Committee, the Youth Philanthropy Club, and co-founder of the Environmental Club. The two-year letter-winner in soccer and a four-year letter-winner in tennis played CHS varsity basketball for three years. An Ashtabula County YOUth LEADership graduate, Sean lives by the philosophy “The process is more important than the product.” Earning an Honors Diploma, he will major in finance at Kent State University’s main campus. He is a member of the Ohio Army National Guard. Sean is the son of Laura O’Meara and Brian Tackett. Way to Go, Class of 2016! BRAZIER 1009 MAIN RD., CONNEAUT, OH 440-593-2765 OPEN DAILY 11:00 AM Good Luck, Class of 2016! 281-285 Main St., Conneaut Hours: Sun. 8am-5pm Mon-Sat. 8am-9pm Congratulations 2016 Graduates Accepted (440) 593-5039 “A Tradition of Caring Since 1868” 208 Liberty St., Conneaut, OH (440) 593-4253 Joseph Raisian ~ Director Jeffrey Raisian ~ Apprentice 581 Harbor Street, Conneaut, Ohio 440-593-2505 www.raisianfuneralhome.com 14A • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS Savannah Smith Christa Lynn Oxley Christa was active in music and athletics at Conneaut High School. She was a member of the golf and cross-country teams, and a member of the Conneaut High School Marching Band, Concert Band and drill team. She was recognized as an Optimist Club Band Student of the Month and an Elks Club Five-Star Student of the Month. A member of the National Honor Society, she was named to the Homecoming and Prom Courts and elected Conneaut High School’s 2016 Prom Queen. Christa is an Ashtabula County YOUth LEADership graduate and participated in the county-wide Mentorship Program. “Always look at the positive in any situation!” is her motto. Christa is the daughter of Carl and Darlene Oxley. Savannah attended A-Tech her junior and senior years of high school, and earned a high school diploma in Small Animal Care. She plans to attend Stautzenberger College to become a veterinary technician. “I never lose. Either I win or I learn,” is her motto. Savannah is the daughter of Tellus and Bobbie Andrews. Austin Sturgill was a fouryear letterman in football at Conneaut High School. He plans to study engineering at Kent State University. His motto is, “Do things right the first time so you won’t have to do them again.” Sturgill is the son of Tanya Novak and Harrison Novak. Michelle Tisdale Brianna Toikkanen has been active in the instrumental music program at Conneaut High School. She earned four letters in band as a member of the pep band, concert band, and Conneaut High School Marching Band, which she served as captain her senior year. She also received the George Voytek Award her senior year. A member of the Lady Spartans varsity tennis team, she earned four letters in tennis. Brianna plans to attended Tom Savini School for Special Effects Make-Up through the Douglas Education Center in Monessen, Pa. She is the daughter of John and Tammy Toikkanen. Summer Withrow Michelle was a member of Conneaut High School varsity softball team, drill team, and choir. She plans to study cosmetology with Toni and Guy, and eventually earn a Master’s Degree in Architecture from Penn State University. She is the daughter of Debby and Brad Tisdale. Graduation Marks End of Emotional Journey for CHS Class of 2016 By Joy Cobb Gazette Newspapers Austin Sturgill Jared Isaac Powell Jared focused on music at Conneaut High School, having played piano and guitar. After working for a year or two, he plans to attend Kent State University Ashtabula Campus. His major is undecided. “If you can’t beat ‘em, cry,” is his personal motto. He is the son of Kami Powell and Jeff Powell. Brianna Toikkanen Summer Withrow lives by the motto, “Dream as if you live forever. Live as if you die today.” Summer lists her accomplishments at Conneaut High School as becoming a better and much smarter individual and meeting wonderful people, including her teachers. She plans to study nursing/teaching at Kent State University Ashtabula. Summer is the daughter of Michelle Jones. CONNEAUT - Conneaut High School’s Garcia Gymnasium filled up early Saturday evening, May 28, as friends and relatives tried to find seats with a view of the seniors receiving diplomas onstage. While some were unable to see the podium or the speakers from the edge of the stands, all were excited to hear the Class of 2016 receive recognition for years of hard work. One hundred fifteen students received diplomas. Flowered wreaths were placed on three seats to represent classmates Marla McBride, Nathan Evans, and Jordan Watson, who would have graduated with the Class of 2016 had they not tragically died in their youth. They were not forgotten. Many spoke of their beloved classmates throughout the evening. “It’s safe to say it’s been an emotional journey. From the passing of our beloved classmates, Marla and Nathan, in second grade, to then experiencing the pain this year when Jordan passed, it has impacted us in a way that nothing else ever could,” said Morgan Holtzman, Senior Class President, during her address to the class. Dan Sommers directed the Conneaut High School Band in the playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” as seniors dressed in deep blue or white caps and gowns filed into the gymnasium. Soloist and senior Ashley Tobias sang The National Anthem. Conneaut High School Principal Dawn Zappitelli, to be succeeded by Dr. Tim Neal next year as principal, made the opening remarks. Zappitelli introduced the Conneaut Area City Schools Board of Education, Conneaut High Candidates For Graduation Adkins, Devyn Tyler Al-Araibi, Rashad Aref w^ Alexander, Ashley Lauren Allen, Sarah Audrey Angerer, Quinn Nicole Arcaro, Brandon Paul Bailey, Andrew James Barnette, Christina Joan Barrickman, Marcus Ryan Beatty, Robert Alan Bennett, Alyssa Marie Bissett, Adam Michael Blenman, Kaylee Shaye Boatright, Matthew Alexander Bogdan, Erykah Lynn Brunning, James Michael Burdick, Shianne Faith Maria Burnett, Melody Nicole Butts, Halee Jaden Campbell, James Patrick Campbell, Justin Alex Cevera, Stacy Alexis Chabot, Mercedez Nikloalee Chadwick, Alyssa N Chadwick, Amanda Marie^ Champlin, Arron James Clark, Courtney Paige Clausen, Cole William Cochran, Connor Jay Coe, Courtney Alexis Culver, Brittany Nicole Lewellen Davis, Ashlee Nicole Dickey, Jr., Everett Luther Failing, Christopher Jackson Feckley, Rhea Jane Forester, Jr., Christopher Robyn Fox, Casey Martin Fuller, III, Richard Alan Furman, Silvia Legeza w ^ Gaugh, Stephen Matthew Gerdes, Alexander Lee Gritzer, Taylor Michelle Hart, Connor Xavier Hartman, Sebastian Navarro Hathy, Robert Colton Hicks, Alexis Noelle Higley, Alexa Rose Holtzman, Morgan Lyn w^ Howe, Thomas Justin Janek, Gage Reese Jennings, Kirk Dale Jewell, Jason Kane Kardohely, Lauren Camille w ^Kay, Joshua Allen Keene, Cheyanne Keene, Jared Hunter Kidwell, Jr., Kevin Donald LaBounty, Timothy Paul Ledlow, Aaron Daniel Lett, Courtney Renee Lower, Emily Regan Lundgren, Lucas Beck Lynch, Samantha May Maldonado, Tyler James Malone, Marissa Ann Manning, Taylor Anne Martin, Zackery Douglas Maslo, Dakota Blue Mason, Ashley Elizabeth Maurer, Stephen Michael McCall, Jr., Frederick Scott McCartney, Shelby Lynn McClintock, Hunter Julius^ McDowell, Christopher William Merlene, Hanna Rae w^ Myers, Justin Francis Ngiraingas, Isaiah Thomas O’Meara, Sean Ryan w^ Osborne, Carlene Raye Oxley, Christa Lynn^ Patel, Meet Hareshkumar Patel, Rajkumar Mukeshbhai Phillips, Brooke Alexis Picard, Andrea Brooke Picard, Ryan Thomas Pizarro, Willy Padilla Poff, Kaitlin Elizabeth Pollock, Amber Lynn Powell, Jared Isaac Pryately, Rylie Sue Reed, Aaron Michael Reichert, Sara Marie Rokosky, IV, John Mark Rought, Damien Joseph Sauerwein, Kassidy Lauren Slapnicker, Angela Lynn Smith, Savannah Lei Snyder, Justine Renee Sterling, Aaron Michael Stewart, Tyee Walker Strader, Julie Mae Sturgill, Austin James Tattrie, Matthew Cole Thompson, Alison Elaine Thompson, Jessica Mae Tisdale, Michelle Lynn Tobias, Ashley Nichole Toikkanen, Brianna Clarice Torres, Lisa Marie Tuttle, Justin DelbertHarold Walker, Thomas Cole Warner, Jr., Alan David Wiser, Zachary Michael Withrow, Summer Dawn Wright, Issac James - 4.0 GPA w Diploma with Honors ^ National Honor Society School administration, guidance counselors, teachers and staff. School nurse Grace Tuuri, who will retire this year, was recognized. “The emotions we are experiencing tonight are very powerful,” said Zappitelli. “Channel the spirit of Marla, Nathan, and Jordan, as they are here with you.” She encouraged the Class of 2016 to give their best.” Senior Class President Morgan Holtman, Vice-President Lauren Kardohely, Secretary Amanda Chadwick, Treasurer Hanna Merlene, and Senior Class Advisor Kari McKinley were introduced to the audience. After Kardohely and Kaylee Blenman were applauded for perfect 4.0 GPAs, Kardohely was announced valedictorian and Blenman salutatorian. The names of students selected for salutatorian and valedictorian are a surprise reserved for graduation. Even their parents don’t know until they see the names printed in the program. Zappitelli introduced Ashtabula County Technical and Career (A-Tech) graduates, with Justin Tuttle receiving special recognition. “I had about fifteen or sixteen kids graduate tonight,” said A-Tech Senior English teacher Steve Hall, after the ceremony. “Mrs. Zappitelli was gracious to invite me. It was great to see how happy and proud the kids looked tonight.” Zappitelli spoke of the honor cords that seniors wore over their gowns. Grey cords signified that the student had done 150 hours or more of community service. “The Class of 2016 gave 6,895 hours of community service. Well done.” She asked students with various colored cords to stand. Red, white and blue cords signified enlisted students, gold indicated National Honor Society, and navy indicated Honors diplomas. During her senior address, Holtzman said, “Throughout the years, we have laughed together, cried together, and grown together. From those tragic moments, we have learned not to take moments for granted.” Morgan thanked the community. “We are all ready to show the world just how amazing we are. Let us run with our potential and see where it takes us. Ladies and gentlemen, the future is upon us; let’s see what we can do with it.” Student speakers, who write their own speeches, included Blenman, Christa Oxley, and Justine Snyder. Blenman got chuckles from the audience with her speech, “When We Grow Up.” “We now know what we want to do and how to get there,” she said. “Do you want to get a job and raise a family, or live by yourself with fifteen cats? Best of luck with whatever you want to be.” Christa Oxley, a National Honor Society member, also got laughs with her speech, “Oh My Gosh...We’re Graduating,” as she imagined thoughts that students may have throughout Christopher E. 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Congratulations, Family of 2016.” With tears in her eyes after the ceremony, she added said, “It would have been nice if Marla and they were here.” Conneaut High School Assistant Principal Rita Maslovsky presented the Class of 2016. Seniors walked across stage to receive their diplomas from Conneaut Board of Education President Joan Norton and a hug from Conneaut Schools Superintendent Michael Notar. As the seniors receive diplomas, the audience applauded, shouted, “Congrats!” and cameras flashed. Senior Adam Bissett got huge laughs by accepting his diploma with his blue gown tucked into his pants and his shirt collar askew. New graduate Alexa Higley and the Conneaut High School band led the audience in “Conneaut High School Alma Mater.” As tassels were turned, the Class of 2016 celebrated. Leaving the gymnasium as the band played “Trumpet Voluntary,” they got outside and tossed their caps into the air in excitement before half the audience made it out of the building. “We counted down from twelve and then just threw our caps in the air,” said graduate Mercedez Chabot. “Mine has a little dirt on it.” “This class just has a fighting spirit,” said Stephen Dorroh, Science teacher. “They’ve had so much fun together and they support each other.” Zappitelli said that the tragedies experienced by the Class of 2016 had a silver lining. “Each tragedy brought them closer together,” she said. “I just might cry a little bit. I’m one proud sister,” said Class of 2015 graduate Amber Dickey, whose brother, Everett Dickey, Jr., was a member of the Class of 2016. After commencement, Sarah Kardohely said of her daughter’s being named valedictorian, “We’re just very proud of Lauren. She’s done an awesome job during all her years in school.” Her daughter summed it up this way. “At first it didn’t seem realistic, and then once you get to the high school it’s like, ‘Oh wow, it’s here.’” - Kyra Cobb, CHS Class of 2015, contributed to this article Religion Religious Briefs GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • 15A Good Shepherd Car Wash is June 4 Contemporary outdoor worship is 8:30 a.m. and traditional sanctuary worship is 10:15 a.m. June 5 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 876 Grove Street. The Rev. Patrick Van De Motter, pastor, will preach. Music by Andy Chiodo. Traditional worship moves to 10:15 a.m. through Sept. 5. Mandatory Joshua Mission Team meeting 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. June 5. The Sunday school picnic follows 11 a.m. worship June 5 at First Baptist Church, 370 State Street. Greeters June 5 are Carol Blevins, Audrey Corcoran and the Sheneman family. The Rev. Cliff Price of the Western Reserve Association of the United Church of Christ will lead a congregational meeting following 10 a.m. worship June 5 at First Congregational United Church of Christ, Main & Buffalo Streets. The service, led by the Pulpit Search Committee, will start with 9:15 a.m. breakfast, followed by worship in the dining room led by Interim Pastor Joyce Shellhammer. Worship is 9 a.m. contemporary and 11 a.m. traditional on June 5 at New Leaf United Methodist Church, 110 Gateway Avenue.. Youth 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sundays with Jeremiah See. Young Adults age 18 and up meet 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays with Mr. See. Next gathering is June 14. All welcome. SUBMITTED PHOTO At 11 a.m. worship June 5 at Amboy United Method- Good Shepherd Lutheran Church youth will hold a Car Wash 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Burdick Plumbing parking lot, ist Church, 554 W. Main Road, Pastor Terry Simpson will Harbor and State Streets. Ready to wash away the dirt from your vehicle are left) Mary Steighner, Jasmine Steighner, Leah Gallagher, Tyler Pew, and Emily Pew. Donations go to the Youth Mission trip in Steubenville later this month. preach. The Rev. Julie Applegate will preach 9:30 a.m. worship June 5 at Monroe United Methodist Church, 4302 Center Road (Route 7). D-DAY permanent home some day Pastor Sheila Brooker will preach 9:30 a.m. worship for donations of World War June 5 at State Line United Methodist Church, 7321 II artifacts and memorabilia, Bushnell Road (Route 84). and a place to hold programs and D-Day Event planning The Rev. Betsy Schenck will preach 9 a.m. worship June meetings. 5 at Kelloggsville United Methodist Church, 4763 N. Though the 98-year-old Monroe-Center Road. building was given to D-Day “free and clear,” turning it into North Kingsville Presbyterian Church Sunday a D-Day Museum was laborworship is 10 a.m. at 6546 Church Street, with Pastor Ken intensive because the dwinAyers, preaching. dling church congregation had been unable to maintain it. At Lighthouse Free Will Baptist Church, 248 BufHours of volunteer labor falo Street, Sunday begins with 9:30 a.m. breakfast fol- have brought the former lowed by 10:30 a.m. worship. Mid-week supper and service church to Monday’s opening, Wednesday 5:30 p.m., led by Pastor Matthew Sury. Bus though finishing touches conservice available. tinue all week. Kennedy said the museum Kelloggsville Church of the Nazarene, 4841 Route will be open for a “sneak pre84, worships 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays, and 7 p.m. view” 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June Wednesdays, with Pastor Les Bolen, preaching. 4 and 5 for those unable to attend on Monday. Conneaut Church of God, 5327 Center Road, Sunday “There’s a lot of work to worship is 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. “Life Groups” meet 6:30 be done. It’s still not perfect,” p.m. Wednesdays. said Kennedy, a former university professor who has a Cowboy Church is held 7 p.m. Thursdays at Rustlers Ph.D. in Communications Ranch, Creek Road, Pierpont. Disorders. “I’m highly educated, but I’m not a historian. I’m trying to learn as I go. Church Meals And the more I learn, the First Congregational United Church of Christ, more I realize there is so Main and Buffalo Streets, will serve a Chicken or sloppy much I don’t know.” The Museum is well on joe sandwich and salad bar, with beverage and dessert, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 3 in the dining room. Donation $6. its way to being packed full of artifacts, uniforms, World Mary’s Kitchen, a ministry of Corpus Christi Parish, War II posters, newspaper will offer free hot lunch 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, June clippings, and more, that help 9, at Conneaut Human Resources Center, 327 Mill Street. tell the story of the D-Day invasion. Call 593-5273 for home delivery. “We’d like people to come to the opening and see the museum, and consider giving us World War II stuff they are hanging onto,” Kennedy said. “Fit for Christ” is held 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, “You know, ‘Papa-passedWednesday, and Friday at New Leaf Event Center, away-and-we-don’t-know110 Gateway Avenue. An hour of aerobics is followed what-do-to-with-the-stuff.’ by floor exercises. We have a lot of newspapers The YMCA “Silver Sneakers” program is offered at and uniforms, but we never New Leaf 10 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. know what we’ll get. Most of Tai Chi is offered 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays and what we have has a commuThursdays. nity flair to it.” Call New Leaf at 593-2525, or the Ashtabula Family That includes a display on Y at 997-5321, for information. Mildred “Axis Sally” Gillars,” of Conneaut, before she went to Germany, and a Conneaut area showing collages of the local impact of the war, along with about 30 original posters donated by the Geneva Public Corpus Christi Sunday Mass: Sun, Wed 3 p.m. / Mon, Library. Thurs 1 a.m. “You can get them on line, First Congregational United Church of Christ: Sun, but those are reproductions,” Wed 4 p.m./ Mon, Thurs 2 a.m. Kennedy said. “We have the New Leaf United Methodist Church: Sun, Wed 5 p.m. originals, and they are gor/ Mon, Thurs 3 a.m. geous.” Good Shepherd Lutheran Church: Sun, Wed 6 p.m. “A lot of local people gave / Mon, Thurs 4 a.m. us their collections, and we’ve Conneaut Church of God - Mon, Thurs 2:30 p.m. tried to keep entire collec- Get Fit at New Leaf Local Worship Cable TV Schedule for Channels 6 and 19 From page 1A tions together,” she said. “We have a homeland area, a politics of the time area, nurses, and uniforms. We are hoping to have a diorama on the old stage. There is a big stage, so we hope to put mannequins there.” Just last week the museum received a collection of German officers’ uniforms, boots, and belts. “What we are asking is that if people drop stuff off, they tell us who they are, where it came from, and the story behind it,” said Kennedy, who has accepted the monumental task of creating the cards that will explain the history behind the museum donations. “Right now, I am keeping notes. Everything has to be tagged. Eventually, it will go onto an Excel spreadsheet. All of this is in the making. This is just our third year.” While Kennedy has been organizing the donations, others during the past two years have put endless hours into converting the church to a museum. D-Day Ohio, Inc., was able to sell the organ and the historic curved wooden pews to a company that sells them to churches. “Now that the pews and organ are gone, it looks like a museum,” Kennedy said. “The back wall, where the organ was, was full of coal dust from the days when a coalburning furnace was in there. Karl Rowbotham had to re-do the wiring. We cleaned and painted everything all white. Stanley Steemer came and cleaned the floors. A locksmith came and helped us with the old display cases.” The church basement is its own story. Early on, before the sanctuary had been cleared, items had been stored there. Then the basement flooded. “We had to fix the plumbing. There was man-power involved in getting it usable. I couldn’t begin to say how many hours went into it, but we’ve had about 50 people volunteering and they all put in many hours. People patched holes in the wall, put in a toilet and sink. Burdick Plumbing. It’s amazing. The bathroom is being painted this week. Anyone who can, does,” Kennedy said. “It’s really coming along.” Kennedy has done her share of labor as well. She made nearly 30 pairs of curtains to cover the sanctuary windows. So that it could be left intact, a large mural of Jesus has been hidden behind a sheet. Other volunteers have worked on the lights. “The curtains were the first thing I got involved in because of the colored windows. Some were clear and some were not, and it looked mismatched. I told myself that I’ve got to make curtains,” Kennedy said. “I’ve been on my hands and knees cleaning up bugs, spent hours sweating in that hot place to get it somewhat presentable. Don Watts and his wife put up a panel along the stage because with the organ gone, it was empty, and there was a big hole there. They stained it and put up edging. There have been tons of people involved. All these people and what they give of their time is amazing. I feel humbled by it.” Monday’s open house will be just that – an open house with refreshments. “No speeches,” Kennedy said. “In fact, because it’s the anniversary of D-Day, many of our people are going to be speaking to other groups themselves. We’ve personally invited a lot of people who have helped us with the museum in terms of time or money over the course of the three years.” A small TV will be running videos of D-Day, information that people may not have seen before. “This is bringing my creativity out,” said Kennedy, who resettled in Conneaut after living for years in Hartville. “But we have a long way to go. Someone must have some planes to donate. It would be really neat to hang a bomber from the ceiling.” McLaughin credits Bob and Karen Kennedy for overseeing the work leading up to Monday’s open house. “This is Karen’s thing,” McLaughlin said. “She took what was a lot of donations and boxes and put them into categories and organized it. That’s exactly what we needed. She and Bob have been the backbone of getting this up and running.” The D-Day Museum will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays this season, though hours are subject to change. The museum is free. FILE PHOTO D-Day Ohio, Inc., CFO Jennifer Palagyi and D-Day Ohio, Inc., board member John Karapelou posed in front of the D-Day Museum last July when it was still under development. The Museum will have its grand opening 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, June 6. 16A • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS MEMORIAL thinking has evolved, and the reason is that war kills young people whose lives are only beginning.” Marcy encouraged the audience to consider which politicians they vote into office and whether, when war is considered, every other option has been exhausted. He said that America should go to war only in a national emergency in which everyone agrees, with a draft in which everyone is involved. World War II satisfied those criteria. “If the answer is ‘no,’ then let your leaders know and vote them out. In my opinion, at the top of the list of draftees would be the children of the president or members of Congress. In the final analysis, war is an abomination,” he said. Marcy mentioned past wars he considers “unjust.” “Don’t let a leader start a war unless the cause is just and you’re willing to lose a child in that war,” he said. Still, Marcy encouraged persons between the ages of 17 and 39 to enlist. “Did you know that veterans score higher in life success than the general population? The probability is less than 2 percent that you’ll get killed in combat if you join the military. I’ll take those odds. I guess I did take those odds,” he said. Earlier that morning, spectators had lined Main Street From page 1A and beyond as Conneaut remembered those who died in service with a Memorial Day parade. At 10:30 a.m., First Congregational United Church of Christ tolled the bells 49 times in remembrance of the 49 Conneaut servicemen. Jaylynn Peters and Hailey Schembre of Conneaut passed out to spectators free flags donated by retired Army veteran Milton Luce of Conneaut. Luce provided the 6,888 flags displayed on Broad Street. The parade included the colors, American Legion drill squad and Legion Auxiliary, Conneaut’s 2015 “Miss Fourth of July” Megan Silis, Guardians USA veterans, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, freshlywashed fire trucks, and the Conneaut High School Marching Band and majorettes. The parade stopped at Veterans Memorial on Main Street where wreaths representing each branch of the armed forces were placed before continuing to Liberty Street Cemetery, which was also decorated with 49 representative flags and more. U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Ret. Nic Church and Tim Church had placed the flags at the cemetery. “We’re remembering our 49 we lost from Conneaut,” Gleason said, then reminded the audience to stand when the American flag passes by in a parade. “Look at those 6,888 flags on Broad Street as they are individuals, and not just as something that looks pretty,” he said. As the National Anthem was played, Jim Brown and Bob Rossic of American Legion Cowle Post 151 raised and lowered to half staff the American flag on the flagpole. American Legion Chaplain Michelle Hall in her invocation prayed for those who gave their lives for freedom. “Bless the families and fill their hearts with peace,” she said. Thirteen-year-old Eliza Lewis of Conneaut sweetly sang “America the Beautiful.” Church then began the formal ceremony by saying, “Today we honor the 49 men from Conneaut who gave their lives protecting the freedom we know today. They will never be forgotten.” Ed Somppi, a helicopter crew chief in Vietnam, gave a reading about a soldier’s final inspection. Wreaths were laid at the cemetery monument by the American Legion Cowle Post 151, Legion Women’s Auxiliary, Masonic Temple, Knights of Columbus, Girl Scout Ser- Veterans wait while the Memorial Day parade pauses as wreaths are laid at the Veterans Memorial. Eliza Lewis, age 13, daughter of Tanya and Michael Shumake of Conneaut Helping hand out free American flags to parade- and Adam Lewis of Corry, watchers were Hailey Schembre, daughter of Christine Pa., sings “America, the Gholson of Conneaut, and Jaylynn Peters, granddaughter Beautiful” during the Liberty of Joyce Cropek of Conneaut. The flags were donated Street Cemetery Memorial by Army veteran Milton Luce. Day ceremony. Keynote speaker at Memorial Day ceremonies was retired Army Col. Scott Marcy. (photo by Allan Mononen) vice Unit 803, Boy Scout Troop 34, Conneaut City Council, VFW Post 2836, Guardians USA, and Elks placed wreaths. Some offered salutes, as well. After the wreaths were placed, Church read the names of the 49, pointing out which flags represented each serviceman. The Honor Guard fired a salute, and bugler Jim Fuller played “Taps.” Music was provided throughout the ceremony by Marty Landon, including “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” “Arlington,” “Till the Last Shot Fired,” and “The Funeral.” In closing, Richard Gleasons said not only that the parade and ceremony are getting bigger every year, but put in a plug for the American Legion. “Any veteran in the audience who is not a member of the American Legion should consider joining.” The American Legion then hosted lunch for veterans and parade participants. Caleb Cox, age 20 months, son of Amanda and Rob Cox of Conneaut, waves his flags as he waits for the Memorial Day parade to begin. “Miss Fourth of July Conneaut 2015”, Megan Silis rides atop a car driven by her mother, Becky Silis, during the Memorial Day parade. Master of Ceremonies Richard Gleason opens the Memorial Day services at the Liberty Street Cemetery. (photo by Allan Mononen) Viet Nam veteran Ed Somppi read a poem during Monday’s Memorial Day ceremony at Liberty Street Cemtery. (photo by Allan Mononen) Season Pass: Best Value for an entire Summer of Fun! Free Parking! Free Admission to Amusement Park! Waldameer open this Wed., Thur., & Fri. at 10:30am, Water World at 11am. Both Parks open Sat. & Sun. at noon. Tolll Free 1.877 1.877.817.1009 814.838.3591 waldameer.com m At entrance to Presque Isle State Park, Erie PA. GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • 17A Squeaky Clean Downtown SUBMITTED PHOTOS Downtown Conneaut is ready for the tourist season, thanks to the Conneaut Rotary Club’s annual “Downtown Clean-Up Day” on May 7. Volunteers who cleaned flowerbeds, raked, and put down mulch along Main Street included (left) Kori and Chad Campbell; (center) Rotarian Amanda Smith (right) with Conneaut Public Works employee Ryan Harco; and (at right) Rotarians Kerry Gerdes, Barb Gurto and Chris Brecht. The Public Works Department provided mulch and transported debris back to the compost site. Kelloggsville/Monroe Celebrate Memorial Day Kelloggsville/Monroe’s 58th annual Memorial Day brought out the crowds Monday. The parade began at Kelloggsville United Methodist Church and ended up at Monroe Township Cemetery. It is put on by the Kelloggsville Heritage Society. Led by the Edgewood High School Marching band and the Ohio Highway Patrol, the parade is one of the biggest annual events in Kelloggsville. Conneaut’s Don Watson was a participant who has shared his photos with the Courier. In Honor Of The Graduate! State Highway Patrol leads parade participants to the Kelloggsville - Monroe Cemetery Graduation CLASS Time 2016 OF ANNOUNCE YOUR OPEN HOUSE In Honor Of The Graduate Bill Smith NG I North Kingsville American Legion Post 743 raises the flag at the beginning of the 58th Annual Kelloggsville - Monroe Memorial Day ceremony. 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According to police reports, officers obtained a search warrant for the residence at 928 Buffalo Street. Officers had received information that a man there, Brent M. Davenport, had been selling heroin from the residence. Officers located the home owner, along with Brent Davenport and Corrina J. Martinson, who were inside. Inside the home officers located marijuana, marijuana paraphernalia, approximately 11 grams of heroin, heroin paraphernalia, prescription medications and cash. They also located three firearms. Davenport was booked into the jail facility. Martinson was found to have active warrants through the Ashtabula County Sheriff’s Office, and was turned over to their custody. At 2:10 a.m. May 20, suspicious activity was reported at an abandoned Clinton Avenue property. At 8:27 a.m. May 20, Johnny Lewis was booked into the jail facility on a commitment. At 9:19 a.m. May 20, a unit at the station spoke with a male regarding a psychiatric situation. 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At 12:35 p.m. May 22, an animal call was reported on 16th Street. At 12:58 p.m. May 22, an animal call was reported on Monroe Street. At 2:29 p.m. May 22, a zoning complaint was reported on East Main Road. At 4:31 p.m. May 22, units assisted the fire department with an open burn complaint on Amboy Road. At 8:28 p.m. May 22, narcotic activity was reported on Liberty Street. At 8:21 a.m. May 23, a zoning complaint was reported on State Street. At 8:49 a.m. May 23, a zoning complaint was reported on Madison Street. At 9:13 p.m. May 23, units responded to a North Amboy Road business regarding a disruptive customer. At 10:11 a.m. May 23, a zoning complaint was reported on Sandusky Street. At 11:15 a.m. May 23, Michael Hoier was booked into the jail facility on a commitment through the Conneaut Municipal Court. At 1:17 p.m. May 23, units responded to Conneaut Middle School regarding threats. A student was suspended, and charges are pending for sending threatening messages via Facebook. At 1:41 p.m. May 23, a suspicious person was reported on Sandusky Street. At 3:34 p.m. May 23, units responded to the Keefus Road bridge over Conneaut Creek regarding a suicidal male. He was transported to the hospital for evaluation. At 6:30 a.m. May 24, a car/deer motor vehicle accident was reported on Lake Road near Youngstown Drive. At 8:35 a.m. May 24, a Longview Avenue resident reported damage to a gate on his property. At 10:03 a.m. May 24, a suspicious vehicle was reported on Middle Road. At 11:49 a.m. May 24, an unruly juvenile was reported on Main Street. At 2:50 p.m. May 24, a motor vehicle accident was reported in the area of Mill and State Streets. At 3:12 p.m. May 24, a motor vehicle accident was reported on East Main Road at the viaduct. At 3:45 p.m. May 24, an animal call was reported on Main Street. At 6:30 p.m. May 24, an animal was reportedly left inside a vehicle with the windows rolled up in the parking lot of McDonald’s on State Street. At 6:40 p.m. May 24, a Grant Street resident reported damage to his vehicle. At 9:20 p.m. May 24, a missing juvenile reported on West Main Road was located by her guardians prior to police arrival. At 8:50 p.m. May 24, a found bicycle was reported on Lake Road. At 8:34 a.m. May 25, suspicious activity was reported on Center Street. At 9:42 a.m. May 25, units were requested to check the welfare of a male walking on West Main Road. At 11:05 a.m. May 25, damage was reported to a vehicle parked on Whitney Street. At 12:28 p.m. May 25, officers located a male dementia patient who had walked away from a Main Street assisted living home. At 10:12 p.m. May 25, suspicious activity was reported on Clark Street. CBOE will be taken this summer for persons to come in and have their photos taken for the passes. Students and parents will be mailed the information. Conneaut High School seniors will pay $20 for a pass admitting them to high school sporting events and $30 to all sporting events for grades 7 to 12. Juniors will pay $40 and sophomores $50. Adult passes are $85 to high school sporting events and $95 for athletic events for grades 7 to 12. A family pass for four will be $200 for high school sporting events and $240 for events grades 7 to 12. “There will be a sliding scale for families with more than four people,” Notar said. Notar repeated what he told the school board at the April meeting, that with a pass, no one is fumbling through his pockets for $6 to get into a sporting event. “A family of four can save $100 on home games,” Notar said. “And it also helps the Boosters with the concessions, because people who say, ‘I have no money, so I won’t go,” will go if they have a pass. It should bring in more at the concession stands.” In personnel news, the board approved a service contract for Cheryl Moscorelli, on-board bus instructor, $17 per hour, effective July 1, 2016, to June 30, 2017. Mercedes Burns, Jason Jewell and Russell Ritari were approved as summer computer tech aides for no more than six hours per day, $10 per hour, not to exceed $9,000, from June 6 to Aug. 12. Tech Support Specialist Zach Feydo told the board that the number of summer tech aides assisting him is jumping from one From page 3A in 2015 to three this year. “This helps us 100 percent,” he said. Laura Ring was hired as a 5.75-hour bus aide, $11.29 per hour, effective May 10. Substitute classified personnel hired for the remainder of the 2015-16 school year were Bethanie Cox, Elizabeth Kirk, Sherry Clark, Brenda Nadeau, Rebecca Chapin, and Krystal Peterson. Michelle Lewis was hired as a paraprofessional at Lakeshore Primary School, 4 hours, $11.29 per hour, effective Aug. 23, replacing Jodi Wnoroski. One-year supplemental coaching contracts were approved for Matt Bidwell, head wrestling coach ($5,390); Lydia Coccitto, Tammy Hagstrom, Tim Kennedy and Mike Olmsted, assistant girls basketball coaches, $@3,675; Jason Dalton and Tyler Rice, assistant wrestling coach, $3,675; and assistant boys basketball coaches Ted Johnson, Russell Ritari, Steve Wahonick and Marcus Paradise, @$3,675; Tony Pasanen, head girls basketball coach, $6,173.44; Tim Tallbacka, head boys basketball coach, $6,173.44; and assistant football coaches Bill Lipps and Mike Sanford, $1,837.50. Notar explained that one assistant football coaching position was open at the $3,675 salary. Both Lipps and Sanford were interested in it and agreed to split the salary. Level 1 volunteers approved for the 2016-17 District Athletic program were Jeff Applebee, Nick Armeni, Becky Betteridge, Lindsay Bidwell, Matt Bidwell, Mitch Bidwell, Cody Blood, Aaron Bowers, Chris Brown, Jim Campbell, Gabe Cellini, Joe Chadwick, John Coccitto, Buddy Dale, Jason Dalton, Emily Dobran, Rocco Dobran, Dale Drew, J.J. Eaton, Cooper Fertig, Hannah Fertig, Tammy Hagstrom, Ryan Harco, Nichele Johnson, Ted Johnson, Aaron Joslin, Jaime Kennedy, Jessica Kennedy, Mike McCorkle, Larry Mozzocco, Robert Nelson, Scott Ogren, Mike Olmstead, Jodie Pape, Matt Pape, Marcus Paradise, Tony Pasanen, Tyler Rice, Russell Ritari, Jack Sabo, Justin Sanford, Mike Sanford, Rich Shields, Dave Simpson, Jessica Sprinkle, Tony Tadaro, Tim Tallbacka, Matt Tantari, Cody Thompson, Mike Trinko, Dan VanSlyke, Steve Wahonick and Greg Woods. Hired for the 2016 summer programs are Summer Reading lead teacher Sara Gleason, 45 hours, $25 per hour; Stephanie Mischka, Steve Wahonick and Jessica Sprinkle, Summer Reading teachers, 42 hours at $20 per hour; Jacqueline Norris, certified speech language therapist, 48 hours, $40 per hour; Kelly Kelly, itinerant preschool instructor, 36 hours, $20 per hour; and Amber Marshall, preschool paraprofessional, 30 hours, $10 per hour. Hired as substitute teachers for the 2016-17 school year were Alice Beachey, Kim Beachey, Mitch Bidwell, Mitchell Brandau, Nicholas Brent, Monica Brown, Jan Ecklund, Katherine Essig, Jodi Fowler, Sandy Gaukel, Sandy Harrison, Jamie Humphreys, Christine Jacobs, Nichele Johnson, Leslie Kallio, Alyssa Kardohely, Steve Kerekes, Ruth Ann Kinney, Martha Laurila, Olympia Maenpaa, Judy Mathay, Marcella Maurer, Debbie Neubauer, Debra O’Brenski, Richard Petsch, Michelle Plats, JoAnne Pritchard, Charles Reardon, Patricia Rowbotham, Christine Stevens, Karla Tallbacka, Heather Tantari, Anthony Theirl, Matt Thompson, Laurie Trinko, Kathy Willer and Paula Williams. Substitute classified personnel hired for the 201617 school year were Ricky Campbell, Rebecca Chapin, Jamie Chervinski, Arlene Cole, Bethanie Cox, Sherry Clark, Jason Dalton, Gary Duris, Holly Ekholm, Darcy Evans, Brenda Fields, Angela Fritzsche, Melissa Fry, Danielle Georgia, Lisa Glasser, Tammy Hagstrom, Scott Ille, Heather Jackson, Stephanie Jacobs, Connie James, Ron Kay, Elizabeth Kirk, Karen Lascaiber, Pam Lowry, Margaret Lyon, Marcy Madden, Amber Marshall, Cheryl Moscorelli, Brenda Nadeau, Linda Obeshaw, Ariana Palshook, Kristen Peterson, Krystal Peterson, Michelle Plats, Sheila Poore, Pat Reynolds, Vera Robertson, Michelle Rose, Marla Schor, Lovina Shaw, Heiei Spero, Barb Spieldenner, Raechel Stewart, Rose Stillman, Carly Strader, Darrell Thomas, Tracy Thomas, Nancy Thompson, Nicole Valenti, Jennifer Vanek, Karen Warren, Carolyn Webb, Amber Wells, Chris Williams and Linette Yankie. The board also approved library contracts for classified employees April Watts, Lakeshore Primary School, and Karen Mannion, Gateway Elementary School, effective May 26. Both 195day contracts pay $11.63 per hour. Closing the meeting, school board member Diana McWreath said she was pleased with the progress made by the Conneaut Area City Schools over the past academic year, calling it “phenomenal.” The board will meet in 5 p.m. work session and 5:30 p.m. meeting Wednesday, June 29, in the library of Conneaut High School, 381 Mill Street. GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2016 • 19A WORK WEEK the berm work done.” Stewart told Ensman that he did not know if Fox Road had reopened. “They put a culvert in there. The county usually sends notification over, but the township didn’t get any notification.” Stewart will apply for a grant to tear down a house on South Wright Street. Brunnell asked, “If we get approved for a grant, could we use township funds to expedite it?” There are also vehicles on the property. “Who knows if we can even get a title on them?” said Huey. “Maybe we could get VIN #’s, since most scrap places won’t take vehicles without a title.” The big bag of trash has been removed on Reed Road. Ensman said, “Now all we have to do is see if the RV’s are licensed.” Dr. Tyler Infield and Kady Christensen spoke about the outcome of the “Spring for Sidewalks” 5K Race. Some 76 people ran the 5K and 114 walked. Infield said the race raised $3,286.50 this year, and the overall amount raised is $9,893.60 over the past few years. “We didn’t have to buy medals this year or any ex- tra shirts. When we ran out, we ran out. But next year we may have to get banners,” he said. Infield said the money is going toward sidewalks and he would like the sidewalk in front of the pond on Route 193 to be done since the drains were never addressed. Ensman said he thought the township was waiting on the county engineers, but Brunnell said he thought any contractor doing concrete work would be all right. “We’re doing all this for safety reasons,” Infield said. Huey said, “If we talk to property owners, ODOT will give them a permit and then the property owners can go ahead.” Patterson suggested “going between driveways” so that only two property owners are involved. “It would be a start,” Infield replied. “Phase one would be the area by the pond.” Infield expressed anger that the State of Ohio was not taking responsibility. “If the township gets involved and does it, then the township would be responsible for the sidewalks,” Huey said. From page 3A “What happens if a kid walking to school trips and falls in the pond?” Infield asked. Huey said, “I think maybe before now and next meeting, I could call the engineers’ office and see if we do it privately or with the township and engineer’s office.” Ensman pointed out that if the sidewalks are done privately, township funds cannot be used. “We want to help the property owners, so maybe we can go the county.” Infield said. Christensen said township involvement would be “minimal” if the cost is $7,000 or $8,000, which led Brunnell to suggest getting estimates. Christensen and Infield offered to address letters to property owners with sidewalks needing repair. Stewart recommended doing so before school resumes in August. AshCraft Industries has finished the flower urns for Kingsville Township Park and Huey and his wife, Sharon, will put them in the park. Brunnell reported that he had finished hanging all the “Welcome to Kingsville” banners around town. “They’re all the way from Route 193 to Route 84,” he said. “The most timeconsuming part was fixing the ones that needed repair.” Brunnell asked if someone was supervising the boys working at Lulu Falls Cemetery on Fridays. “We have four boys up there and one adult and everything ready to go,” said Stewart. “If a couple boys are trimming and mowing, we might be able to pressure-wash or paint that garage.” After approving a motion for a foundation for a gravestone for Benjamin Barrett at Lulu Falls Cemetery, trustees unanimously adopted the resolution for the land swap with Mr. Nelson for Lulu Falls. Originally, Nelson was unaware that 1.603 acres he had been using belonged to Kingsville Township. Once determined, he offered to swap his three acres in the valley between Lulu Falls Cemetery and Nelson Sand and Gravel, which includes Lulu Falls, to the township for the 1.603 acres up top. Costs will be paid by Nelson, who will supply a gravel stone base for a footpath leading to the falls. The adopted resolution will now go to both parties’ attorneys. The meeting was about to wrap up when Stewart announced that he wants to start working four ten-hour days instead of five eighthour days, beginning June 1. Ensman was opposed. “I think we get more done on five days a week,” he said. But Stewart responded that North Kingsville is working ten-hour days. “If you guys can’t work with us, we’re not doing overtime,” Stewart said. “Everyone else is doing it. It’s just common sense.” Ensman said he would go along with it but the township does not have enough projects going on. Stewart countered his crews have many hours of roadside mowing, dust control, and grading. “Moving tractors around takes time. It kills the first hour of the day getting stuff ready to go,” he argued. When Ensman asked the other trustees their opinions, Brunnell deadpanned, “You could work three twelvehour days.” Ensman said he remembered last year, when it rained, and nothing was done on the weekends. “I can’t control the weath- SHUTTLE Conneaut City Council President Nic Church reported that Conneaut Rotary Club had painted part of the fence at the Liberty Street Tennis Courts one day last year until rain spoiled the paint party. “It really brightens that up,” said Hockaday. With regard to new tennis court donors, Notar said one donor has pledged to match every $10,000 pledge up to $100,000. “Three or four have committed to $10,000,” Notar said. Hockaday asked the school board to update the times of the 20-mile-perhour speed limit at the schools since Conneaut Area City Schools changed the school start times during the From page 4A 2015-16 school year. He said that Public Works Director Joe DiBell had sent a notice to the schools seeking confirmation of the new times. The 20 miles-per-hour was posted as being in effect from 7 to 8 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m., but other than Conneaut High School students, students attending Lakeshore Primary, Gateway Elementary or Conneaut Middle School are bused. There are no walkers. Hockaday suggested placing stickers with the correct times over the incorrect times. Notar said some of the signs need to be replaced altogether. Notar promised changes will be made with respect to school administrators’ MARKET Garden Market five years ago. Renaming it, the couple is celebrating the store’s fiveyear anniversary on Saturday, when a canopy will go up outside and live music will be played during a “jam session” headed by frequent store patron Joel Specht. “I had lost my job,” said Rick, a former computer programmer and software engineer, “and she baked to make ends meet.” Natalie was a good cook – a “natural,” her husband said – who had always baked for family events. After baking out of her home she opened “Sweet Treats” at W. 19th Street and Pleasantview in Ashtabula about seven years ago. “We were busy, but we were looking for a place where more people could come,” Rick said. Then Heath’s acquaintance Tim McCarthy entered the picture. McCarthy invests in small start-ups in Ashtabula County that might er,” Stewart said. When Huey asked Stewart if he would refuse to work overtime if his work hours remained five eighthour days, Stewart said he would like week-to-week flexibility. “That’s fine, as long as we have flexibility if someone wants to come into work late. I’m not committing myself to two extra hours every night when I have stuff to do at home. You don’t want to give us threeday-weekends, is what it boils down to.” Ensman said, “It boils down to getting work done and it didn’t get done last year.” “Tell us what we didn’t get done. When have you ever been out there to help cut grass at the cemetery? Where were you last year when the boys went to play sports and there were only two of us working?” Stewart said. Ensman and Huey said they hadn’t cut grass at the cemetery. Nevertheless, Ensman said, “At this time, the answer is no.” Kingsville Township trustees will meet 7 p.m. June 8 at the Fire Hall, 3130 Main Street. responding to fire alarms at school buildings. The city complained that once fire personnel are sent to a school building for an alarm drop, they cannot leave until a school district official shows up. These officials did not arrive in a timely fashion in the most recent incidents, which costs the city time and manpower. The biggest problem has occurred at Conneaut High School, even though alarms are cleaned by the alarm company twice a year. Notar said that when an alarm goes off, the building principals are called first, followed by District maintenance director Kevin Warren, then Notar. “If they’re on the list, it’s imperative that they respond,” Hockaday said. “Our firefighters were unable to clear the area at the high school [the last time] because no one could to shut off the alarm until they responded. They can’t leave the truck until someone comes. We have to get someone there in a timely fashion.” CBOE member Mike Kennedy said that he had heard that a neighbor burning tires near the high school had set off the alarm. Notar said that the school district is spending “a few thousand dollars” replacing alarm grids. Those at the new buildings are over 10 years old, and some parts have not been available. “Dust can set them off, so we are getting a replacement program,” Notar said. “The company was here looking at them for several days. But it’s not cheap. We have to replace them after so many years.” Hockaday recommended a fire department “Knox Box,” which allows fire departments building entry to check the premises, and clear if nothing is found. “If there is smoke, they are going to bust the door down without a key,” he said. “The Knox boxes are expensive, but not horrendously expensive.” Hockaday added that private entities with repeated false alarms are fined. “It’s cheaper to buy a Knox box than pay the fine,” he said. Notar agreed to look into purchasing them. Finally, the school district was told that if it seeks to close Maple Avenue for athletic events, it needs to notify the city. “You don’t need permission to close the street,” said At-Large Councilman and former police chief Jon Arcaro. “And if we know about large events, the city can have an ambulance there, too.” Notar said, however, that with numerous athletic trainers at such events, an ambulance was not routinely necessary. City Council and the school board will meet 6 p.m. Sept. 7 at the school district’s Administration Building at Conneaut Middle School on Gateway Avenue. From page 3A not be able to secure a conventional loan. After Heath convinced McCarthy that he had sound business and marketing plans, Heath Marketplace was born. “He said there was a real business opportunity here, and I’m happy to come up here,” Heath said. The couple cut back on the garden side of the former store and decided to focus on the deli side of the business. “We only sell annuals,” Heath said. “But she had always gardened and cooked, so this was like it is all wrapped into one.” Billed as “Conneaut’s Finest Deli,” Heath Marketplace does most of its business during the lunch hour, offering soups, stews, salads, and deli-style sandwiches made from fresh ingredients and local produce. Peak hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Specials are offered daily. 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