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Tuscarawas Bargain Hunter renewals open, new subscribers welcome

Free weekly paper requires subscription renewals every three years; more county households now eligible for delivery

The Wilderness Center’s Enchanted Forest returns Oct. 10–11

Families invited to meet woodland creatures, enjoy lantern-lit trails and stargazing during beloved fall tradition.

Colton Miskimen defies odds to win Grand Champion Market Goat

10-year-old 4-H’er overcomes challenges with determination, faith and teamwork.

Week 7 H.S. football preview: Matchups and players to watch

Capsules of games featuring area teams preparing for season's homestretch

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LOCAL

Tuscarawas County Health Department expands community access to naloxone

New vending machine and NaloxBoxes provide free, 24/7 overdose-reversal kits and health supplies.

Friends of the Library present 2025 Nellie Stockwell Memorial Grant

Katie Fisher and Markus Beachy named co-recipients of $1,000 award honoring Tuscarawas County library’s first librarian.

Strasburg council buys land for housing development

5.27-acre purchase could create 14 new home lots, mayor says.

Whooping cough cases climb in Tuscarawas County

Health officials urge vaccinations, boosters after 20 suspected cases reported since April

Port Washington Council OKs 2026 pay raises across village roles

Also approves Taser training purchase, street changes, 2026 budget; sets Oct. 31 trick-or-treat.

League of Women Voters to host candidate forum in Dover Oct. 7

Board of Education, City Council and local tax issues among topics at voter event.

Ribbon-cutting Sept. 13 to celebrate upgrades at Simonds-Heller Park

Tuscarawas County Health Department and Newcomerstown officials to unveil new mile markers, exercise signs and information center funded by grant.

SPORTS

Tuscarawas County YMCA raises over $21,000 at Craig Rader Memorial Golf Outing

Annual event at Oak Shadows Golf Club supports financial assistance for youth, families and seniors in need

Depth carries Indian Valley golf to district title, state berth

Braves put four in top 16 to slip past River View for crown

New Phila boys team, Ella Ridgeway earn district golf berths

Quaker girls tennis team set to compete in postseason

Tuscarawas Central Catholic’s golf season comes to end

Saints finish 10th of 18 at districts

Stingle's 72 leads Dover golf team to sectional title

Dover High School volleyball team beats Wooster, nears OCC lead

AROUND TOWN

Zoar to host ghost tours, dinners and Halloween fun in October

Historic village offers spooky walks, themed meals and trick-or-treat festivities for families.

Auditions set for holiday musical ‘Annie’ at The Little Theatre

Open calls Oct. 5–6 (6 p.m. sign-in) with possible callbacks Oct. 8; roles for ages 8+; prepare a song (“Maybe” for Annie), expect cold reads and dance call; rehearsals start week of Oct. 12 for Dec. 5–14 performances.

Tuscarawas County Fair celebrates 175 years of tradition and community

Generations mark milestone event with family memories, record sales and a spirit of volunteerism.

Little Theatre to launch new season with Agatha Christie’s 'The Mousetrap'

Classic whodunit runs Oct. 3–19 in New Philadelphia, featuring local cast and crew

Canal Town Book Festival brings 60 authors to Dover High Oct. 4

Event features signings, panels, raffles, and books for all ages and genres

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

Knights of Columbus gift bicycles to sisters serving Tuscarawas parishes

Local council surprises five sisters with new bikes to support transportation, recreation and ministry.

Cincinnati nursing student wins Miss Clayland 2026 crown

Lucabella LaEace earns scholarships, prepares to represent Tuscarawas County at Miss Ohio pageant.

Tuscarawas County Fair auctions hit record $1.83M

Livestock, dairy and small animal sales show strong 4-H support.

Dover Light and Power marks 115 years with community open house

Oct. 5 event features tours, bucket truck rides and refreshments to celebrate milestone anniversary.

American Legion Run/Walk boosts Dover scholarships

54 racers competed at the End of Summer Celebration; proceeds fund local student awards, with participation up by 30 entrants.

Tuscarawas County library to host “Breakfasts for Busy People” program Oct. 6

OSU Extension’s Rebecca Gromley to share quick, practical meal ideas at Main Library.

Farsight Management marks 25 years of environmental safety expertise

Dover-based company recognized for trusted mold, asbestos and lead services across Northeast Ohio.

COLUMNISTS

OBITUARIES

John Woodrow Murray

John Woodrow Murray, 78, passed away on August 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Tuscarawas County - Your Ohio News - The Bargain Hunter

Tuscarawas Bargain Hunter renewals open, new subscribers welcome

The Wilderness Center’s Enchanted Forest returns Oct. 10–11

Colton Miskimen defies odds to win Grand Champion Market Goat

Week 7 H.S. football preview: Matchups and players to watch

THE LATEST

Tuscarawas Bargain Hunter renewals open, new subscribers welcome

Tuscarawas County YMCA raises over $21,000 at Craig Rader Memorial Golf Outing

Tuscarawas County Health Department expands community access to naloxone

Zoar to host ghost tours, dinners and Halloween fun in October

The Wilderness Center’s Enchanted Forest returns Oct. 10–11

Friends of the Library present 2025 Nellie Stockwell Memorial Grant

Concerns about New Philadelphia school levy

Depth carries Indian Valley golf to district title, state berth

Port Washington Council OKs 2026 pay raises across village roles

Colton Miskimen defies odds to win Grand Champion Market Goat

LOCAL

Tuscarawas County Health Department expands community access to naloxone

Friends of the Library present 2025 Nellie Stockwell Memorial Grant

Strasburg council buys land for housing development

Whooping cough cases climb in Tuscarawas County

Port Washington Council OKs 2026 pay raises across village roles

League of Women Voters to host candidate forum in Dover Oct. 7

Ribbon-cutting Sept. 13 to celebrate upgrades at Simonds-Heller Park

SPORTS

Tuscarawas County YMCA raises over $21,000 at Craig Rader Memorial Golf Outing

Depth carries Indian Valley golf to district title, state berth

New Phila boys team, Ella Ridgeway earn district golf berths

Tuscarawas Central Catholic’s golf season comes to end

Stingle's 72 leads Dover golf team to sectional title

AROUND TOWN

Zoar to host ghost tours, dinners and Halloween fun in October

Auditions set for holiday musical ‘Annie’ at The Little Theatre

Tuscarawas County Fair celebrates 175 years of tradition and community

Little Theatre to launch new season with Agatha Christie’s 'The Mousetrap'

Canal Town Book Festival brings 60 authors to Dover High Oct. 4

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

Knights of Columbus gift bicycles to sisters serving Tuscarawas parishes

Cincinnati nursing student wins Miss Clayland 2026 crown

Tuscarawas County Fair auctions hit record $1.83M

Dover Light and Power marks 115 years with community open house

American Legion Run/Walk boosts Dover scholarships

Tuscarawas County library to host “Breakfasts for Busy People” program Oct. 6

Farsight Management marks 25 years of environmental safety expertise

COLUMNISTS

Column: A week of frustrations, with one bright spot

Column: Best pet care products for seniors with limited mobility

Column: How to get help with your Medicare costs

Column: What does your phone say about you?

Column: How to prevent falls at home

Labor Day came and went—But my white jeans stayed out

Is Social Security still taxable?

When fictional stories and real life collide

White oak: A keystone tree under pressure

How to find a great handyman

OBITUARIES

John Woodrow Murray

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