Gorrell sworn in as Loudonville police chief
Sean Gorrell, who has worked at the Loudonville Police Department since 2015, was sworn in as the department’s next chief Monday.
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Celebrate a trophy catch with a Fish Ohio pin
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was first published by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife awarded 10,127 Fish Ohio pins…
Ashland FFA’s Haley McNaull takes 3rd in state public speaking contest
ASHLAND — Ashland FFA member Haley McNaull traveled to Marysville High School to continue her Extemporaneous Public Speaking journey on March 7. In the first round of the state competition,…
National Weather Service issues Flash Flood Warning for Ashland, Richland, Wayne counties
CLEVELAND — The flash flooding warning for Ashland, Richland, Wayne and Knox counties has been extended to 3:15 a.m. on Saturday, April 4. The National Weather Service in Cleveland has…
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Art of Gardening club showcases chocolates at April 1 presentation
ASHLAND — Cherie Britton, Art of Gardening Club member, showcased chocolates she made ahead of time at a “Fun with Chocolate” presentation April 1. The meeting was held at Peace Lutheran Church. There were 14 members in attendance and two guests, Chris Gerberick and Betsy Kerr, both friends of Britton.…
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from April 2
The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office fielded 100 calls for service on April 2, according to its daily log.
Ashland girls, Clear Fork boys win team titles at Madison Invitational
ASHLAND — The Madison Invitational was held Thursday at Ashland’s Community Stadium because of ongoing renovations at Madison’s STARTEK Stadium. Ashland won the girls team championship with 166 points. Clear Fork (134) was second and Shelby (99) was third. On the boys side, Clear Fork won with 161 points. Ashland…
Ashland County commissioners approve $124K in new sheriff’s office vehicles
Commissioners authorized the purchase of three 2026 Dodge Durangos, for use by the sheriff’s office, at a cost of $124,395.
It starts with us: Local leaders call for community wide approach to child abuse prevention
MANSFIELD — We are all responsible for preventing child abuse. That was the prevailing message at Wednesday’s rally hosted by Richland County Children Services in honor of Child Abuse Awareness Month. Awareness efforts often focus on recognizing the signs of child abuse and reporting them to local authorities. But local leaders…
Here are Ashland police reports for April 1-2
Ashland police fielded 72 calls, including five incidents and one arrest, from April 1-2.
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from April 1
The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office fielded 96 calls for service on April 1, according to its daily log.
Mohican River continues to see downgraded water quality: Why?
Solutions Journalism Series This story is Part I of a two-part Solutions Journalism series about the Mohican River’s water quality and how local agencies are addressing the issue. Part II will be published on April 3. The Mohican River was designated an Ohio scenic river in 2006. The Ohio Department…
Fundraiser launched after Ashland band instruments stolen during Disney trip
On the night of March 28, the Ashland High School Band trailer was broken into while parked in a hotel parking lot near Orlando, Florida.
Here are Ashland police reports for March 31 through April 1
Ashland police fielded 96 calls, including six incidents, one arrest and three citations, from March 31 to April 1.
Conservation Chat: Woodland Wonders returns on May 23
ASHLAND — If you think spring’s best blooms are found in a flower bed, the woodswould like a word. Ashland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is encouraging flower enthusiast and nature lovers to step off the beaten path and into a world of hidden beauty during Conservation Chat: Woodland…
Ashland County Sheriff’s Office call log from March 31
The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office fielded 119 calls for service on March 31, according to its daily log.
Bail denied to Ashland man charged with rape, kidnapping of 12 year-old
ASHLAND — April 14 is the next court appearance scheduled for an Ashland man charged with the kidnapping and rape of a 12-year-old girl. That 1:30 p.m. proceeding via Zoom will take place with Ashland County Magistrate Paul Lange presiding over the case. Ashland County Common Pleas Court Judge David…
Mohican Covered Bridge closed in April for repairs
PERRYSVILLE — A spring stroll across the Mohican Covered Bridge will have to wait until May. The bridge is closed for road repairs through April 30, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The project to repair the structure in Mohican State Park,…
Check out Ashland County’s property transfers from March
Included is a list of property transfers from the Ashland County Auditor’s office from Jan. 23 to Feb. 23.
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