FEBRUARY 2026 VOLUME 43 NUMBER 2

BOSTON TOWNSHIP

The Boston Township minutes are posted on our website at www.bostontownship.organd outside the office of the Fiscal Officer in the Boston Township Hall. Our meetings are not currently being covered by The West Side Leader. Additionally, The West Side Leader did not cover Boston Township candidates or issues for the recent election.

Zoning Update: Every community has a few parcels that pose a challenge regarding zoning compliance. Most property owners want to be in compliance and respond appropriately when contacted by the Zoning Inspector. Periodically, a perennially non-compliant parcel is referred to the Township Solicitor for further enforcement. To contact Zoning Inspector Ruben Miller, please leave a message at (330) 657-2601. Also, until further notice, the Zoning Commission will be having a work session at 5:30PM, prior to their regular meeting, on the second Tuesdays of each month. They are working with zoning consultant Fred Guerra on revisions to the resolution.

Road Department: This winter has been exceptionally challenging for many reasons, not the least of which is the amount of snow, the long stretches of below zero temperatures and the lack of availability of salt. Boston Township maintains 11.128 miles of road, which translates into 22.256 lane miles that need plowing. The township maintains all or parts of: West Barlow, Center, Geoppert, Keenan, Main, Major, Oak Hill, Scobie, Stanford, Stine, Sullivan Lane, Wetmore, Whaley, and Woodland. Thanks to Assistant Road Superintendent Jon Farmer and Deputy Fiscal Officer Catherine Anson, the township has applied for a grant from the Ohio EPA with the goal of better utilizing the amount of salt that is spread on the roads. The township has applied to upgrade the salt storage and loading areas and to upgrade the auger and salt spreader systems on the township trucks.

WEBSITE: Visit our Website at www.bostontownship.org to find up–to–date Township information. Contact numbers for the trustees: Amy Anderson: 330–657–2439, Randy Bergdorf: 330–655–5698, and Mike Anderson: 330–523–8802: 330–657–4032. Fiscal Officer: Pam Schneider at 330–657–2059; Road Department: Dave Krusinski at 330–657–2600; and Zoning: Ruben Miller at 234–900–9145 or 330–657–2601.

PENINSULA COUNCIL

Resolution Number 02-2026, a resolution authorizing the mayor and fiscal officer to renew the village`s agreement with Summit County and the legal defender`s office of Summit County was passed in the most recent meeting.

Ordinance Number 04-2026, an emergency ordinance amending section 121.01 of the administrative code regarding regular council meetings was also passed in the most recent meeting.

The road department is looking to employ an additional member to their team. Inquiries can be emailed or called to village administrative office.

First Energy is invited to the April 28, 2026 council meeting. More information to come.

Upcoming Meetings and Events:
Planning Commission Meeting: February 23 at 7:00PM
Upcoming Council Meetings: February 24 at 7:00 PM and March 10 at 7:00PM
Check the website website for any information regarding meetings, events, or updates.

Contact Information:
Administrative Office: admin@villageofpeninsula-oh.gov : 330-657-2151
Non-Emergency Police & Fire 330-657-2911
Website: www.villageofpeninsula-oh.gov

COUNCIL CORNER

Special meeting: January 27, 2026

Amended rules of council
Safety Issues – speeding (speed camera, traffic, parking), Ticket report
Electric -First Energy, CVNP

Regular meeting: February 10, 2026
Speed signs
First read-finance reports
Still working on liaison assignments
Water District
AV equipment
Parking-pay stations
Adding contacts to websites

Jodi Padrutt

ANNOUNCEMENT

CONGRATULATIONS COACH





Jeff Howard was named 2025 Ohio Boys Cross Country Coach of the Year by the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association.

WE ARE WOODRIDGE





Woodridge High School Cheerleaders competed in the OASSA Regionals on February 1, 2026 at Jackson High School. They placed third in the state competition on February 20, 2026.

SENIOR NIGHT





Basketball seniors were recognized at the last home game of the season. Rory Johnston is pictured above with his parents, Heather Dyer and John Johnston. Grandmother, Betty Reinhart, was also in attendance.

BEN VINTRON DUALS





Woodridge Wrestling participated in the Ben Vintron Duals at Independence High School. They placed first, beating Hudson.

REMEMBERING LEE

Lee Spencer 1930 - 2023

Lee`s journey did not end because life ran out, it ended because his work here was complete. Rest in Peace, my love, and Arise in Glory. Lee would have been 96 on February 1.

Your loving wife, Chanah

DAVE HAZELWOOD

Dave Hazelwood
Timberland Lodge, 3558 Ridgewood Road,
Fairlawn, Ohio 44333

Many of you remember Dave Hazelwood and his beautiful leather works. David is near total deafness now, so he doesn`t answer calls. He is still, I think, a motorhead, so sending car stuff should help him. David was part owner of a sprint track racing car. David ALWAYS helped us, going back to the Homeowners Association, and his property on Wetmore Road was the test case when we sued the NPS.

Marty Griffith

PENINSULA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Easter Egg Hunt - Calling kids of all ages for an Easter Egg Hunt at Peninsula United Methodist Church! Taking place on Saturday, April 4 at 1:00PM in the church yard located at 1575 Main Street. The Easter Bunny will lead the festivities once again.

Kids will be in three groups, according to age, and there will be beverages and snacks. There will also be crafts and activities. Please "bring your own basket!" The event will be canceled in case of heavy rain.

Maundy Thursday Service commemorating Jesus` Last Supper is on April 2 at 7:00PM both in-person and via Zoom. The Zoom meeting ID is 734 940 8017 and the password is Pumc1575.

Sunrise Service on Easter Sunday, April 5 - We invite you to join us for Sunrise Service at 7:00AM at Pine Hollow, 5465 Quick Road. The service is outdoors please dress for the weather Following the service, join us for coffee, juice and donuts at the church.

The Easter Morning Service will be at 10:00AM in-person at church and via Zoom. The Zoom meeting ID and password are the same as above. All are welcome.

Check our website (www.PeninsulaUMC.org) for more information.

Palm Sunday Worship Event

Peninsula United Methodist Church and Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church will be joining together on Palm Sunday morning, March 29 at 9:30AM for blessing of palms and sharing in song in the lot on the corner of State Route 303 and Akron-Peninsula Road. We invite all members of the community to join us.

MOTHER OF SORROWS CATHOLIC CHURCH

Residents and visitors are always welcome to participate in Holy Mass, celebrated on Saturdays at 5:00PM and Sundays at 9:30AM. When traveling, join us for mass wherever you are via live-streamed mass Saturdays at 5:00PM.

For information about our parish, becoming a Catholic, or to inquire about baptisms or weddings please contact Deacon Will Yoho at 330–620–0992. Office hours are Monday and Wednesday from 10:00AM to 2:00PM.

If you or someone you know is sick and would like to receive holy communion at home, email carolkmos@gmail.com to set up a convenient time.

Faith and Fiction Book Club meet the second Wednesday of each month at 10:00AM for coffee with book discussion beginning at 10:30AM. Contact Carol at carolkmos@gmail.com for location. The book for March 11 is Seven Last Words by James Martin, J.S. Please join us.

Join us February 11 at 8:45AM for Rosemary followed by Mass.

Ash Wednesday begins the Lenten Season. Mass will be held on February 18 at 7:00PM with distribution of ashes. During Lent, join us for Stations of the Cross every Friday at 7:00PM beginning February 20.

Holy Week Mass Schedule: On March 29 at 9:30AM, Palm Sunday Ecumenical Service with Peninsula United Methodist Church. We will meet at the SW corner of 303 and Akron-Peninsula Road in the parking lot. Palm Sunday Mass will follow.

Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord`s Supper April 2 at 7:00PM.On Good Friday, April 3, Stations of the Cross will be held outside, at noon. Additionally on April 3, Passion of the Lord Good Friday Service at 3:00PM.

Easter Vigil at 8 PM on April 4.

Easter Sunday Mass on April 5 at 9:30AM.
Mother of Sorrows will host three presentations during the Lent Season. They will be hosted in the church. There is no cost to attend. For more information on these events contact via email carolkmos@gmail.com or call 330.657.2361.

On Thursday, February 26 at 7:00PM, Cleveland native, David Onysko will share his knowledge on the Shroud of Turin. He shares his 35 years of study encompassing historic, theological and scientific findings. Come and be a part of his local and international audience

Join us for two days on March 11 and 12 at 7:00PM with Father Jeffrey Lindholm. He will present From Encounter to Discipleship. Father Lindholm is Parochial Vicar at St. Barnabas and Our Lady of Guadalupe Churches.

Rev. James Daprile, Ph.D. will present The Crucifixion in Art on Thursday, March 26 at 7:00PM. Rev. Daprile serves as Pastor Emeritus of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish and is a docent at the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Until further notice, please call 330–57–2361 or contact MOS via email at mospeninsula@gmail.com to verify the location of any regularly scheduled meetings.

PENINSULA LIBRARY

Peninsula Library and Historical Society - 6105 Riverview Road. Please call the library to register for any of the following programs or for more information. Phone: 330-657-2291 Email: info@peninsulalibrary.org

March Programs at the Library

Preschool Story Time Mondays and Thursdays at 10:00AM
Preschool Story Hour is at 10:00AM on Mondays and Thursdays. Miss Allie will share books, songs, dance and more. This program is for ages two and up along with a parent/guardian. Please call the library to register. See dates below:
Mondays
March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
April 6, 13, 20, 27

Thursdays
March 12, 19, 26 (Miss Allie will be away March 5)
April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Classic Movie Night
March 5 at 6:30PM
3:10 to Yuma Columbia, 1957 92 minutes. Directed by Delmer Daves and starring Glenn Ford and Van Heflin, this is one of the best westerns of the 1950s.

Tuesday Evening Book Club
March 10 at 6:30PM The Eights. By Joanna Miller


Wednesday Afternoon Book Club
March 25 at 1:30PM
The Names. By Florence Knapp.

Pressed Flower Lanterns
March 25, from 4:00PM to 7:30PM
Create your own beautiful, pressed flower lanterns. Using chalk paint, mod podge, dried flowers and a recycled glass jar you`ll have gorgeous candle holder for indoors or outdoors. Tea lights or fairy lights will be provided. Reservations are required, please call, email or stop in the library to sign up.

Woodridge Local Schools Art Show March 21 to April 1 Stop in the library to take in the Woodridge Local Schools art show during library hours.

PENINSULA FOUNDATION

We hope 2026 is off to a good start for you. January has certainly brought its share of cold and snow, but the Village of Peninsula is beautiful in every season—and there is something especially magical when it`s blanketed in white. Here`s what`s happening at the Peninsula Foundation as we begin the new year:

This year, the Peninsula Foundation has made the decision not to renew its Airbnb licenses in the Village. This was a thoughtful business decision that we believe is in the best long-term interest of both the Foundation and the Village.

Approximately three years ago, the Foundation issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a select number of under-utilized properties, seeking partners who could help bring new life to these spaces. Since then, three properties have been sold, and we are pleased to see them moving forward with new owners and fresh possibilities.

The Peninsula Foundation is also currently seeking an Asset Manager to oversee the care and stewardship of our historic properties. Information about this exciting opportunity can be found on our website at www.thepeninsulafoundation.org.

Work continues on the rehabilitation of the historic G.A.R. Hall. Exterior siding has been repaired or replaced, and new insulation has been added to improve comfort and efficiency. Upcoming plans include remodeling the lower-level interior, including the kitchen and restrooms. This summer, we look forward to painting the interior of the main hall and refinishing the floor, and in August the Civil War medallions flanking the stage will be restored. We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who has donated, encouraged, and supported this important project—your generosity makes this work possible.

Our next Poetry in the Valley event, hosted by Renay Sanders, will take place on March 31 at 6:30PM at the G.A.R. Hall. You`re welcome to come listen or bring a favorite poem to share—we would love to see you.

Finally, we invite you to join us for a Voices in the Valley performance. The G.A.R. Hall is a special listening room for roots music, and we especially enjoy welcoming our neighbors for an evening of great music and community. Our full schedule is available at www.thepeninsulafoundation.org.

PENINSULA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The raffle baskets, valued at $960, were won by Nick Tegiacchi from Stow. He was delighted and said he comes to the Village on a regular basis. Thanks to all who supported this project.

WANT ADS AND SERVICES

ALEXANDER WATER: 330-923-0014.

GARAGE DOORINSTALLATION AND REPAIR: Serving our area for over thirty years Rickenbacher Door will provide garage door installation and repairs, opener installation and repairs. The owner grew up on Stine Road and is a Woodridge graduate. This business is now in their second generation of the Rickenbacher family. Call 330-794-7962. Office 3499 State Road Suite D. Cuyahoga Falls 44223
YCN rating 5+. I have been using them for all of their 30 years. Last time I called they were at my home within thirty minutes


FREE: Free aged horse manure for your garden. Will load your truck. Richfield. Balogh`s horse boarding 330-659-4748.

MOVING & JUNK REMOVAL: Helping local residents with junk removal, furniture removal and/or assembly, and moving assistance without the big price tag. Same-day & weekend jobs are welcome. Call Brad to get your quote today! (216) 299-0422

SWEETPEAS PAINTING LLC: Call local resident Shannon Sneider for all your painting needs. 216-970-8705
YCN Rating 5 Star. I was recommended to Shannon by a friend. She came soon after I reached out. She gave me a very reasonable quote. She was very personable, thorough and did an excellent job. I would highly recommend her.
YCN Rating 5 star. Wonderful job. Finished early and under estimate.


HELP WANTED: Pierogies of Cleveland in Richfield. Cashiers and Cooks. Stop in between 10:00AM and 3:00PM, Monday through Friday for an interview. 330-659-4309 https://www.poconlinestore.com/careers

TRAVEL ADVISOR: I am a travel advisor specializing in Princess and Royal Caribbean cruises and Sandals, Beaches, and Apple resorts and I can help you plan your best vacation ever!!! Contact me at LindaFisher@InfiniteMomentsTravel.com or Facebook Linda at Infinite Moments Travel and we can get you traveling.

TREE TRIMMING: Tree trimming, storm clean-up, general clean-up. Call Tom the Tree Guy at 330-760-4105.

SONSHINE CLEANING SERVICE: Residential (including Apartments), Commercial, Offices, Floors, Walls, Windows, Bathrooms, etc. $10 off first cleaning and $10 off for every referral that uses us. Three hour minimum please. Please contact Claudia Norris at (440) 915-9957. Local references available.

LICENSED ELECTRICIAN- Peninsula resident. Great rates/Quick service. Call Steve at 330-310-1061. Ohio license #El22934.


REAL ESTATE SERVICES: Your hometown Real Estate agent, looking to buy or sell your home call us. Sylvia Tonhaeuser/ Robin Shrader Remax Trends 330-329-1851. No one knows Peninsula or Boston Township better.
YCN rating 5. She was excellent as a real estate agent, very considerate, good communication and very caring of the property

PROJECT FEEDING KIDS: Find the best prices for every essential service, both residential and commercial while helping feed children in the community. We work with top brands, such as DirecTv, Dish, AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, gas, electric, and merchant services. Call Kelly at 330-203-9713.

SAWMILL SERVICE: From firewood to tree removal, all the way to decks, porches, & more. We do it all, give me a call! Wells Construction/S & S Sawmill, Seth, (330) 352-0210.
YCN reader rating of 5, reporter very pleased with services.

DOG TRAINING/SERVICES: Whether you need help training your dog or help getting your dog out while you`re away, call Tim Dent 4 Dogs, LLC (330) 212–1181 or email timdent4dogs@gmail.com. Reasonable rates.
YCN reader rating of 5.

FOR SALE: Contemporary Furniture. Handmade in Boston Township. Bar Stools, Counter Stools, Side Tables, Coffee Tables, and more. Joe Griffith. (330) 701-9819. www.bluedogmodern.com. joe@bluedogmodern.com.


NEED A HAND? CALL THE HANDYMAN! Bath resident, Joshua Kastelic 15+ years experience. Honest, Quality, On-Time 330-289-8181 thehandyman_can@rocketmail.com
YCN reader rating of 5, reporter has used this service multiple times.

PET SITTING IN YOUR HOME: Precious Pets Sitting Service at 216-701-4181, precpetstr@aol.com, preciouspetsohio.square.site. Providing visits, midday walks, and overnights since 1997, rates start $20/day, Insured/Bonded, Vet Tech.

PHYSICAL THERAPY: Looking to rehab an injury or need a body tune up to prevent aches and pain? We are a concierge physical therapy that comes directly to you, gets you feeling your best, and back to doing what you love to do. We don`t treat you like another number, we treat you like family! Amy McMillin, PT, Owner of Custom Care Rehab https://customcarerehab.com. 330-618-5703 "We Are Bringing the House Call Back to Medicine"


GRIZZLY GARAGE DOOR SERVICE: "We Protect Your Door Like You Protect Your Cubs" New Door Installs - Service and Repairs…Door Revamp Package -Spring Replacement New Garage Door Openers and Repairs. WHS 2008 AlumTyler Barnhart Owner call 330-635-5565.


WANTED: Seeking an efficient and reliable housekeeper that is local to Peninsula. Position is on an as needed basis and could develop into a part-time position. No experience needed; training provided. Please call 330-657-2528 for more information.