Archive for November 12th, 2012
Medina Twp. Vietnam veteran receives Bronze Star
By Bill Roser Jr.
The Bronze Star is a military medal awarded for acts of heroism in combat.
U.S. Army Specialist Patrick Pinkerton, 65, of Medina Township, earned his Bronze Star in a fierce firefight during the Tet Offensive on Feb. 11 to 12, 1968.
Patrick Pinkerton
Exactly what he did is spelled out in the certificate that …Read More
Author Jobie Hughes to talk about his career Saturday
After completing a grueling book tour to promote his novel “At Dawn,” Jobie Hughes is coming back to Medina County to talk about his work in progress.
Hughes, a former resident of Spencer, plans to share some excerpts from his latest work, “The Gates of Pyrrhus,” at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Medina County District Library, …Read More
Memorial Elementary students perform for Veterans Day
BRUNSWICK — Memorial Elementary School students gave voice to their gratitude to local veterans in songs and stories Friday.
Students shared memories of loved ones who served in the military, and the fourth-grade students sang.
Mason Chetnik holds the flag during a fourth-grade performance of “You’re a Grand Old Flag” at Brunswick’s Memorial Elementary School Veterans …Read More
Standoff in Medina Township ends quietly
MEDINA TWP. — A police standoff ended peacefully when a 50-year-old man armed with a shotgun surrendered to officers early Friday morning.
Phillip Hood, of 3606 Remsen Road, called police about 11:30 p.m. Thursday, saying his home was surrounded by eight people with guns, according to Medina Township Police Chief David Arbogast.
When township officers arrived, …Read More
Three portions of I-76 east to reopen this month
WADSWORTH — The end of road construction season is near, and with that comes the reopening of three portions of Interstate 76 in Medina County.
The exit ramp from I-76 east to state Route 94 is slated to reopen Monday, said Christine Myers, spokeswoman for District 3 of the Ohio Department of Transportation.
Dave Harris, of …Read More
Strip clubs on Brunswick city agenda today
BRUNSWICK — City lawmakers are considering tightening regulations of strip clubs and other adult entertainment establishments.
At today’s meeting, City Council is expected to consider a resolution asking the Ohio attorney general’s office for help in researching the legal issues.
City Manager Jim Lukas said research is needed to protect the city legal liability because “the laws …Read More
Jeffrey Cottage
Jeffrey Cottage, 42, of Brunswick, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 9, 2012. Jeff was born on December 8, 1969 in Farmington Hills, Michigan, to Alvin and Patricia (nee Murphy) Cottage.
He was an airplane mechanic for UPS and enjoyed playing drums for the Polaris Christian Church band. Above all else, he adored his children and …Read More
Nicholas Patrick Funfgeld
Nicholas Patrick Funfgeld, 4 years old, was greeted by his Grandma Patricia Lorig, as he went to meet the Lord, Thursday, November 8, 2012, at Akron Children’s Hospital. He was born in Dover, Ohio on August 6, 2008, to Mark and Amy (nee Lorig) Funfgeld.
He is survived by his parents; sister, Regan; grandparents, Ernest and …Read More
Paul Race
Paul Race, born October 29, 1947, passed away with his son Joseph, to the arms of our Lord Jesus on Thursday, November 8, 2012.
Paul fought lung cancer with dignity and courage. Never complained of pain or weakness, always kept a positive attitude in his fight for his life.
He will be greatly missed by his devoted …Read More
Glenn W. Ray
Glenn W. Ray, 79, of Medina passed away on Friday, November 9, 2012 at Medina Hospital Cleveland Clinic. He was born in Woodstock, New York.
Glenn served in the National Guard, and he was a retired Asbestos Worker, and a member of Union Local 3. He was proud of his accomplishment of being a Golden Glove …Read More