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Antwerp Police Reports

On January 29, a nurse from Interim Healthcare requested an officer to do a welfare check on a patient. The officer went to the residence and verified the person was okay and reported back to the nurse. On January 29, a water main break was reported on Kroos Dr. The Officer found the water pouring…

Virginia “Jenny” R. Neace

Virginia “Jenny” R. Neace, 53, of Antwerp, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 at The Gardens of Paulding. She was born in Hicksville, Ohio on February 17, 1968, a daughter of the late Rubie (Jordan) and William Meredith, Sr. Jenny was a loving wife, mother and daughter. Jenny also was a great cook, animal lover…

Jane Nice to Speak of Murder @ JPHS Membership Meeting

The John Paulding Historical Society will hold its annual membership meeting and election of officers and directors on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at 2 p.m. at the museum located across from the fairgrounds in Paulding. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. The program for the afternoon will feature author Jane Nice, who will…

Congressman Latta Visits Paulding County Hospital

Congressman Bob Latta visited Paulding County Hospital on Monday, February 8th to discuss the impact that the pandemic has had on the hospital. In addition, the discussion involved how the hospital is administering COVID-19 vaccines to those currently eligible in the community.  One of the main topics of discussion centered on vaccine availability and the…

MILITARY HISTORY OF PAULDING COUNTY

By: Mark Holtsberry Dr. Ella Thompson Fast  Dr. Ella Thompson Fast was one of, if not thee, first woman doctor in Paulding County. She was born March 10, 1871 in Ohio. She was one of eight children born to William and Nancy (Clemens) Thompson. Both her parents were born in Ohio. While she was young,…

WE ALL NEED A SMILE

Penny For Your Thoughts By: Nancy Whitaker  Do you like to tell jokes or are you like me and it takes you a while to get the punchline? I am not really good at telling jokes or “getting” a joke. Sometimes I will think of the joke days later, get the punchline and start laughing. …

ANTWERP MANOR HAPPENINGS

Welcome to Antwerp Manor Assisted Living.  We are located at 204 Archer Drive in Antwerp, Ohio and we are currently welcoming new residents! Despite COVID-19 and quarantine the residents were still given a fun Super Bowl Party on Sunday evening.  Marti Overmyer, Robin Cline, and Jennifer Ramsier prepared their favorite dips, cheese balls, nachos, smokies,…

Paulding County School employees begin vaccinations Friday

Paulding County school staff who have chosen to be vaccinated for COVID-19 will receive their first dose that will take place on Friday, February 19, 2021. Paulding County Health Department is the chosen provider for all Paulding County Schools and is working with the Paulding County Hospital to support these vaccination efforts. Schools will utilize…