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Primary Stroke Center provides fast and effective stroke care

The Primary Stroke Center at Wooster Community Hospital is the only Joint Commission-certified stroke center in Wayne and Holmes counties. It's important

Pool pass sale at Buehler’s

Pool passes on sale now at Buehler's Milltown, Buehler's Towne Market and the Wooster Recreation Department.

Annual spring fair has celebrity train engineer

It was everything trains at P. Graham Dunn for their annual Spring Fair. Visitors were treated to train-themed activities, including train rides for the young and old alike. The train conductor was none other than Peter Graham Dunn himself.

Buehler’s Fresh Foods announces plans for new Milltown store

Buehler's Fresh Foods to incorporate community ideas when constructing new store.

CSB announces addition of Alicia Wallace to commercial banking team

Wallace joins CSB as vice president, commercial banking, and will be based out of the bank's Milltown office in Wooster.

The Confession gets it right

Ann Swinderman traveled to Shipsewana, Ind. to preview the musical, The Confession, which is coming to the stage in Sugarcreek this June.

Wayne County Community Federal Credit Union: A locally-owned “bank” with a world of services to offer

The people at Wayne County Community Federal Credit Union are your neighbors and friends. While members are treated to that small-town hospitality they love, they have the advantage of online and mobile banking, as well as access to ATMs all over the world.

WCH honors employees for service

WCH employees honored for years of service.

Scarlet, Gray & Green Fair celebrates Earth Day

Participants in the annual Scarlet, Gray & Green Fair got to touch, see and hear how exhibitors contribute to the safety of the environment in celebration of Earth Day.

WCH cancer program provides personalized, patient-centered care

The Wooster Community Hospital cancer program offers the best in treatment, care and support. In 2010, the hospital treated 261 new cancer cases with their multidisciplinary approach.

Nica-time: Kathy and Dr. Andy Hart serve in Nicaragua

What first drew Dr. Andy Hart and his wife, Kathy Hart, into medical missions was a love for their daughter Abby. What kept them going back was the simple beauty of Nicaragua and a respect for the people who live there.

Graphic Publications, Inc. welcomes Lou Loeber as project manager

Graphic Publications, Inc. welcomes Lou Loeber to the team.

Kari Ream joins Taylor Agency

Ream joins Taylor Agency.

Wayne County Business Showcase bigger than ever

More than 90 vendors and 1,000 visitors were in attendance at the 21st annual Wayne County Business Showcase this year. Changes, such as a new venue and including neighboring chambers of commerce helped make the event a success.

PNC provides local presence with national resources for farmers

Area farmers get top-notch service from folks who understand them and life in Wayne County.

A & M Investments owner faces up to 15 years in prison

Monroe Beachy pleads guilty in federal court.

Coats for Kids offers layers of protection

The Salvation Army's Women's Auxiliary has been hard at work since February for the Coats for Kids fundraiser. The cause aims to provide 700 coats for the winter for Wayne County children. Traveling coats have been displayed at Wayne County locations for donations.

Wooster Community Hospital holds Sleep Disorders Center open house

The Sleep Disorders Center at Wooster Community Hospital held its annual open house on March 8, where visitors could tour the center and ask questions to sleep experts.

The Wooster Brush Company honors their own for dedicated service

More than 450 employees celebrated The Wooster Brush Company's annual service awards ceremony, March 17.

Innovation breathes new life into hardwood market

The Ohio Hardwood Furniture Market showcased just how cutting edge and quality go hand-in-hand in Amish Country's hardwood furniture world.

United Titanium holds annual service awards luncheon

Employees receive service milestone awards.

Challenges ahead in 2013 for city of Wooster

During his State of the City address before city council Feb. 6, Wooster Mayor Bob Breneman looked at the challenges the city will face in 2013.

Kari Ream joins Taylor Agency

Taylor Agency has introduced Kari Ream as a commercial lines account manager.

Yoder Window offers exceptional quality and service

When Derryl Troyer and Jonas Yoder first bought Yoder Window 20 years ago, they didn't know much about windows. Today, through hard work and dedication, they're a full-service window company offering exceptional quality and service

State of the City address – Looking forward to 2012

During his State of the City address before city council Feb. 6, Wooster Mayor Bob Breneman looked at what lies ahead for the city in 2012.

State of the City address – Looking back at 2011

During his State of the City address before city council Feb. 6, Wooster Mayor Bob Breneman looked back on the milestones the city reached in 2011.

Wayne County at the heart of regional economic development strategies

Regional efforts to stimulate economic development in Northeast Ohio are beginning to show significant results, and Wayne County may be the reason why.

Growing a movement…from the roots up

Local Roots Market & Café in Wooster has been receiving calls from all over the country since market profiles appeared in the Washington Post, Huffington Post and other national media.

Chocolate Daze offer delights of every kind

The sixth annual Chocolate Daze took place Feb. 10-11 in downtown Wooster. Despite chilly weather and snowfall, community members and could be seen traipsing through the 37 different shops that participated, collecting chocolate and other goods.

Cooperation and collaboration key to economic development success

Local economic development efforts are taking off thanks to cooperation and collaboration.

WCH Cath Lab: Big city technology with a small town flavor

Wooster Community Hospital's Heart Cath Lab celebrated its 10th anniversary this past July, and a decade of excellent patient care by cardiologists.

Dazzled by chocolate at Chocolate Daze in downtown Wooster

Downtown Wooster will satisfy anyone's sweet tooth with the sixth annual Chocolate Daze, Feb. 10-11. Retailers and restaurants will provide sweet treats and special sales as they welcome shoppers.

Bridal Showcase offers brides one-stop shopping

The 2012 Wooster Bridal Showcase at the Greenbriar Conference and Party Centre offered brides-to-be one-stop shopping for their big day.

Connecting the disconnected: Ohio groups coordinate to bring the Internet to rural Appalachia

Many rural Ohioans find that they do not have access to the Internet, and when they do, that the cost is prohibitive and bandwidth is restrictive. Nonprofit Connect Ohio is banding together with others to close the gap.

Steiner retires after 51 years

Carlton K. Steiner celebrated 51 years of service as he retired from Lowe and Young in December. A recognizable character in the community, Steiner prides himself on staying actively involved with young people through participation in FFA, fairs and the schools.

Wayne County Airport receives international award

The Wayne County Airport has received a prestigious international award for the design of its new, state-of-the-art runway lighting system.

Chamber honors community contributions

More than 800 members of the Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce gathered at the Greenbriar Party and Conference Centre in Wooster Jan. 19 to honor local businesses and civic leaders during the organization's 112th annual dinner meeting.

CSB announces promotion of Kevin McAllister

McAllister promoted to vice president, trust officer at The Commercial & Savings Bank.

Celebrate a new year at Local Roots

Local Roots Market and Cafe to celebrate anniversary with "Get Back To Your Roots" festival and birthday party.

Wang opens new practice in Wooster

Wayne County's only female general surgeon is back from her time in New Zealand, where she practiced for a year. Now, Dr. Linda Wang is ready to see her patients once again, as part of Wooster Community Hospital's esteemed list of physicians.

This Old House gets a hand from Mullet Cabinet

PBS favorite This Old House gave a huge boost to Mullet Cabinet by choosing the local cabinetry shop to produce kitchen cabinets for its project on a historical 300-year-old home in Massachusetts.

Everyone’s Mom: Trina Miller recipient of community giving in Win a Car for Christmas

Trina Miller, aka, Everyone's Mom, was named as the recipient of the fourth annual Win a Car for Christmas Contest, held at Chuck Nicholson's Auto SuperStore in Millersburg, on Thursday, Dec. 22.

Lieutenant governor discusses future of Ohio’s insurance industry

One of Ohio's significant industries will be affected by the federal health care reform plan.

CSI initiative cutting red tape for job creators

Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor is leading a statewide initiative designed to make Ohio a jobs-friendly state.

Chicorelli brings new orthopaedic and sports medicine options to Wooster

Dr. Anne Marie Chicorelli uses her extensive background in orthopaedic and sports medicine to help the young athletes of Wayne County. With her practice located at Wooster Community Hospital's HealthPoint, she is helping to broaden the options for local patients.

Wooster Community Hospital lights Trees of Love

Brightly lit Christmas trees line the front of Wooster Community Hospital thanks to a very special program of the Wooster Community Hospital Auxiliary.

Subsidized taxi program provides vital link for low to moderate income citizens

With the unanimous approval of the members of Wooster City Council, a low cost transportation service for income eligible citizens will continue through the end of 2011.

Wooster Senior Village tax incentive request rejected

Wooster Senior Village is a no go without a requested real property tax abatement.

Get in line and online for the 25 Days of Christmas

Visitors to www.BHDeals.com will be able to cash in on some great discounts, beginning Black Friday, Nov. 26, as special certificates for discounts will be available for many local merchants.

No need to wreck the budget to enjoy a well-seasoned repast at Tarragon.

The staff at The Inn at Honey Run, including Executive Chef Scott Fetty, put a lot of thought into creating a name for their dining room, something that would reflect the cuisine created there - Tarragon.

Monea honored with Main Street Wooster Chairman’s/Director’s Award

Tim Monea honored for outstanding sense of pride in the city of Wooster and in its downtown.

Preschoolers peer into the night sky

Preschoolers at the Gault Family Learning Center discovered the wonders of the night sky in a fun and engaging way when the Growing Up Great Together Under One Big Sky mobile planetarium tour came to Wooster.

Community celebrates completion of Howey Houses project

The community gathered at SoMAR Wine Cellars to celebrate the successful completion of the Howey Houses project.

The Commercial & Savings Bank holds ribbon cutting for new Wooster branches

The Commercial & Savings Bank celebrated its newest investment in area communities, this time with a ribbon cutting ceremony in Wooster on Tuesday, Oct. 25.

Ground broken for new Merchants Block complex

With a ceremonial groundbreaking for the new Merchants Block building, the hole left in the heart of downtown Wooster by the demolition of the Freedlander's Department Store complex will soon be filled.

Guitar enthusiasts gather during roadshow in Wooster

Guitar enthusiasts gathered in Wooster to get their hands on a few custom instruments that could be considered by many to be works of art.

City/OSU seek funding for Phase 2 of BioHio

Phase 2 of the development of the BioHio Research Park is ready to get underway if the city of Wooster and The Ohio State University are successful in their bid to receive grant funding under the Ohio Job Ready Sites grant program.

Haunted hayride a scary good time

For two evenings Freedlander Park was transformed into an enchanted forest for the Wooster Kiwanis Club Haunted Hayride.

Seaman Corporation to expand in Wooster

New jobs are coming to Wooster thanks to Seaman Corporation's decision to expand its Wooster headquarters and manufacturing facility.

Three plea in June 18 burglaries

Codefendants face up to 24 months in prison.

Art 101 Gallery offers unique experience

Art 101 Gallery, in Wooster, featured artist Kathleen Ryan on Friday, Oct. 21. The artist displayed her work for community members to browse. Guests were also able to meet and chat with Ryan and enjoy food and wine. They have been open since May in Liberty Street Commons.

Seasonal bounty at Local Roots

The harvest season may be coming to an end, but there's still plenty of fresh produce available at Local Roots Market and Cafe.

Teen blends business with charity to create ManCans

Hart Main, the 14 year old from Marysville, has successfully launched ManCans, a business that creates masculine scented candles. They have candles in stores across the nation and have sold 9,000 since March. The business has also donated 11,000 cans of soup to soup kitchens thus far.

Apple trees welcome customers

An apple a day, or for three days at Homestead Furniture provides store-wide savings.

Wayne County cancer patients receive some help at the pump

Two local businesses provide a check for gas cards for Wayne County cancer patients.

Wooster branch of Apple Creek bank robbed

Female suspect sought after taking undisclosed amount of money.

Charm Merchant Days ushers in autumn, Oct. 7-8

It's that time of year again. When the leaves begin to change, it's time to visit Charm for their annual fundraising event, Charm Days. Two days of food, fun, fellowship and fundraising help support individuals from the community, the Charm Community Share 'n Care Fund, Holmes County Hospice and...

Going, going, gone! The inside scoop about Real Estate Showcase

Guess what? Homes are selling. Here's how the award-winning team at Real Estate Showcase is getting it don - when others can't.

It’s a New York state of mind for the team at Muddy Waters

Muddy Waters Cafe and Grille has a new location on Liberty Street in Wooster. Dennis and Paula Tafoya, the owners of Muddy Waters, have expanded the menu as well as their staff, to offer the hippest and tastiest spot downtown.

Hitting it big at The City News

The City News, 135 S. Market St. in Wooster, is hot with lottery success as of Sept. 6-7. They sold a $20,000 winning scratch off and then a $30,000 winning scratch off. Operated by the same family for almost 50 years, the shop also boasts magazines, newspapers, tobacco, cigars, beverages and...

Wound Healing Center: Improving quality of life

Wooster Community Hospital's Wound Healing Center's ultimate goal is for patients to heal and get back to their life as quickly as possible. With state-of-the-art equipment and a diligent staff, it's easy to see why the Wound Healing Center is a premier medical facility.

Helping children find a better life

Joe Heatwole is selling coffee to help build a boarding school in Nicaragua.

Doing good has its rewards at Goodwill sale event

Goodwill Sale event aids shoppers and job-seekers.

CSB announces financing for $3.1 million Merchants Block project

Plans for the empty lot that was once Freedlander's in downtown Wooster will move much faster now, after CSB announcd a $1.35 million investment in the Merchants Block project.

Critchfield Law Diversity Scholarship recipient announced

Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Ltd., announces that Donesha Peak is the recipient of the Critchfield Law Diversity Scholarship for the 2011-12 academic year.

Achieving perfection without the stress at All Events Rental

All Events Rental has a new location on Winkler Drive in Wooster. With a larger facility, they can more easily serve their customers, providing the best supplies for events of any size and occasion.

Entrepreneurs in the making

Sixteen incoming Wooster High School freshman got a crash course in entrepreneurship during the third annual Wooster City School District Youth Entrepreneur Summer Academy.

School supply drive to benefit People to People Ministries

Chaffee Chiropractic Clinic to hold school supply drive in August.

City seeks CDBG funding for trio of projects

If the city of Wooster is successful in obtaining an expected $102,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding, it will benefit a trio of projects.

Part of Apple Creek history goes up in flames

The July 15 fire in Apple Creek not only destroyed the East of Chicago Pizza franchise and four apartments in the three-building complex, but carried with it a rich history of Apple Creek.

Global Body & Equipment bringing new jobs to county

New jobs are heading for Wayne County, compliments of Wooster-based Global Body & Equipment Company.

Wooster men charged in copper wire thefts

Men hit three Millersburg businesses, took wire, car parts.

Spoon Market offers unique addition to Wooster

Spoon Market & Deli, a new addition to downtown Wooster, offers worldly and ethnic ingredients in a local, family run business. Ultimately, community members can grab a bite for breakfast or lunch and bring home dinner as well.

Artfully Delicious - All about the culinary, fine and performing arts

Local independent restaurants served up their signature dishes and local artists practiced their craft during the third annual Artfully Delicious.

Commercial and Savings Bank to acquire Premier Bank & Trust Wooster branches

The Commercial and Savings Bank has entered into an agreement with Premier Bank & Trust to acquire Premier's Wooster branches.

Celebrate Coshocton at First Friday Celebration, July 1

Join the many downtown businesses in Coshocton to celebrate the first friday in July. Activities throughout the historic downtown will be free and fun for the whole family.

Ladies night an evening of fun

Ladies of all ages grabbed their favorite shopping partner and hit the streets of downtown Wooster June 23 as Main Street Wooster presented its fourth annual Ladies Night Out.

On the road to recovery

Wooster Community Hospital's Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit offers an atmosphere focused on personal attention and quality physical therapy. Patients looking for a kind and helpful rehab regimen can find it right at home in Wooster.

From fresh milk to delicious Swiss cheese – quality control every step of the way

One of the most loved products created by milk is cheese. And in this region of Ohio, Swiss cheese reigns as the number one favorite.

Milk haulers – the link connecting the farm to the dairy

Hauling up to 4,500 gallons of fresh milk is no simple task. A local hauler gives the inside scoop on this very important task that is a vital link in the human food chain.

A night out with the girls

Grab your favorite shopping companion and mark your calendar for June 23. Main Street Wooster's annual Ladies Night Out is back, bigger and better than ever.

Pink flowers for breast cancer awareness

On Saturday, June 11, guests who stopped by Deborah's Garden Market were treated to pink décor, treats, and flowers in order to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer. The event was inspired by the new Invincibelle Spirit Hydrangea, which was awarded to a lucky guest. The shop received 500...

Recycling bins coming to Wooster

A new and improved curbside recycling program, complete with green recycling bins, is set to launch July 1 in the city of Wooster.

The Inn at Honey Run – exotic comfort close at hand

The Inn at Honey Run offers the best in rest and relaxation for both visitors and locals. An exquisite restaurant, an on-site spa, and beautiful decks overlooking Amish Country, The Inn at Honey Run offers exotic comfort, close at hand.


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