Newcomerstown board vacancy applications due March 2

Tuscarawas County Probate Court judge, Adam W. Wilgus, is responsible for filling the vacancy

Newcomerstown Exempted Village School District is searching for an individual to serve on the board.

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Published February 25, 2026 - 12:10 p.m.

A vacancy exists on the Newcomerstown Exempted Village School District Board of Education. Under Ohio law, the Tuscarawas County Probate Court judge, Adam W. Wilgus, is responsible for filling the vacancy.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to the Tuscarawas County Probate Court, 101 E. High Ave., Room 203, New Philadelphia, OH 44663, or by email to bleiningerc@co.tuscarawas.oh.us by 4:30 p.m. Monday, March 2.

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