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PAULDING, OH: Timothy L. “Tim” Neer, age 54, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at his home in Paulding.

Paulding County Honors Volunteer First Responders

On Sunday, September 20, many Paulding County Volunteer First Responders gathered for an appreciation meal. Pictured above are those who

The Keith Hubbard Family Fund recently made another $1,000 gift to Clothes for Kids, an initiative of the Defiance Area

On October 4th, 6:00 p.m. the Padgetts will perform at Auglaize Chapel Church of God, 22652 Road 60, Oakwood, OH.

On August 29, 2026 PHS alumni gathered at the Paulding Pancake House, Cecil, OH to enjoy a meal and fellowship.

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 1 is working with local officials to improve safety at the intersection of

NO SOUTH ROUTE! That was the battle cry of a large group of Hoagland residents on Wednesday night, September 23rd

September is National Recovery Month, a time to recognize the courage of people in recovery and celebrate the progress they

Ronald and Diana Smith celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with family and friends during a private event held Sept. 19

By: Mark Holtsberry Roy Wagner was born June 6, 1893, in Payne, Ohio. He was the son of John Wagner,

Penny For Your Thoughts By: Nancy Whitaker I was thinking back to things my Grandma used to cook and do.

…commitment. This is a new idea for me and it is a life changer. Something that would lead to a