The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation would like communities to thank firefighters for their service on Monday, May 4, in recognition of International Firefighters’ Day by placing a red light bulb on their porches. Nearly everyone knows a firefighter. They’re our family, friends, and co-workers. They respond to a stranger’s call for help without hesitation and serve with […]
On April 25, 2020 at approximately 11:56 p.m. the sheriff’s office received a 911 call in reference to a home invasion with a single gunshot fired in the 700 block of Orange Street. The victims at this address advised that five unknown males entered their residence, and fired a single gunshot inside. The suspects then […]
Delilah Christine Poole, age 77, of Coshocton, passed away at her home on Thursday, April 23, 2020. She was born on November 6, 1942 in Dearborn, Michigan to the late John and Opal (maiden name) Martin. In 1942, she married Homer Dean Poole, who passed away in 2003. Delilah was a member of New Life […]
On April 25, 2020, at approximately 5:58 p.m. the Coshocton County Sheriff’s office received a 911 call in reference to an injury-accident at the intersection of CR 9 and TR 257. Upon arrival of deputies, it was determined that Sarah Wise, 25 years old from Massilon, was traveling eastbound on CR 9 when she lost […]
The Trustees of the Coshocton Foundation announced two additional grants to local organizations to provide citizens and small businesses relief from the economic impact of COVID-19. The trustees had announced two similar grants in March. The four grants total $64,000 for local COVID-19 emergency assistance. This week, a $20,000 grant from the Ralph D. and […]
On April 22, second and third grade teachers from Ridgewood Elementary held a teacher parade through the streets of West Lafayette. The chief of police escorted the teachers as they drove around town with their cars decorated and honked their horns. Families were made aware of the route before the parade and a number of […]
Thanks to thousands of reports from citizen scientists during February and March, 707 bald eagle nests have been confirmed in Ohio, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. The bald eagle is one of Ohio’s greatest wildlife success stories. The nest census was the first undertaking to discover all such […]
Donald E. Opphile, 80, of West Lafayette passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday April 23, 2020 with his loving wife and daughter by his side. He was born in Coshocton on August 25th, 1939 to the late Lola (Asher) and Lester Opphile. Don is survived by his wife Ruth E. (Lawrence) Opphile of […]
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John Donald Wilcox Jr., age 47, passed away in Coshocton on April 10, 2025. He was born on September 28, 1977 in Coshocton to John Donald Wilcox Sr. and Sherry (Minor) Walters, who survive. He was a high school graduate and then worked at the Pallet Shop. He enjoyed the slow times of fishing and […]
Sandra Bordenkircher, 86, of Coshocton passed away on April 16, 2025 at Danbury Millersburg. She was born on October 31, 1938 to the late Otto and Coral (Conrad) Schuler. She was a graduate of West Liberty Dental Hygiene program and worked as a Hygienist. On June 21, 1961, she married Louis Bordenkircher, who preceded her […]
John L. Patterson, 87, passed away at his residence on Wednesday April 16, 2025. John was born in Clark on August 5, 1937. He was a graduate of Keene High School. He married Darlene Kitchen on April 4, 1955. He was the owner of Patterson Wiring, and was a volunteer fireman with North Tuscarawas for […]
Vicky Jean Garrido, 59, of Coshocton passed away April 10, 2025 in Columbus at Ohio State University Hospital after a long illness. Vicky lived a life full of love, her greatest love was her son, Christian Garrido. Vicky enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, she loved to travel and see beautiful sights. She […]
Jack Eugene Arnold, 79, died Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at the Genesis Hospice Morrison House in Zanesville. He was born Aug. 6, 1945 in Holmes Co. to the late Robert and Dorothy (Ling) Arnold. He was a graduate of the former Killbuck High School, and a supervisor at Rice-Chadwick for over 50 years. He is […]
Lila B. Marshall, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025. Born on February 22, 1937, in Columbus, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Christian E. and Iva (Borror) Babbert. Lila is survived by her devoted husband of 65 years, John K. Marshall. Their love story began with a […]
Max B. Snow, 85, of Warsaw passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at his home surrounded by family. He was born in Blissfield, OH on November 18, 1939 to the late Blaine and Irene (Mullett) Snow. Max graduated from Warsaw High School in 1958 and worked as a foreman for Towne – Sanders, […]