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Open house scheduled for Inman
The Portland Foundation will hold an open house to celebrate executive director Doug Inman’s 30 years of service.
Foundation grants $50,000
The Portland Foundation announced Monday in a news release that it is awarding a $50,000 grant to United Way of Jay County to help address food insecurity while Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are unavailable.
Ogden committed to BSU
Twenty-five years ago this week, a local diver was focusing on her future.
Judges issue SNAP rulings
Local businesses offering meals, discounts to help
Portland postmaster retires
After more than 39 years at Portland Post Office, postmaster Paul Keen has retired.
Portland sets up radar speed signs
Slow down. That’s the message Portland Police Department hopes to get across with the new radar speed signs mounted this week on Blaine Pike and Seventh Street.
Rehab expands
Hospital’s activity room provides additional opportunity to prepare patients to return home
Insurance contribution increased
Jay County Commissioners agreed during a special session Wednesday to contribute additional dollars toward employees’ Health Savings Accounts and pay for employees’ premiums in November and December next year. They also approved the county’s insurance plan for 2026.
Historic commission considers role
Portland Historic Preservation Commission is re-evaluating its purpose as it looks for ways to play a more active role in downtown improvement. The commission met Wednesday morning to review its role and discuss how it can best help improve the city’s downtown.
Council allots $$ for firetruck
REDKEY — The fire department has been granted funds to purchase a new firetruck. Redkey Town Council agreed Tuesday to allot $75,000 from the cumulative capital improvement fund to go toward buying a pumper truck.
Recorder resigns
Jay County Recorder Melanie Upp is resigning. Upp recently alerted officials to her plans to leave office, with her last day set for Dec. 31. Her term isn’t set to expire until the end of 2026.
Properties transferred to DIDC
County officials are working on development opportunities in Dunkirk. Jay County Commissioners agreed Monday to transfer 19 properties to Dunkirk Industrial Development Corporation.
Raises approved for all staff
Jay School Board approved an agreement with Jay Classroom Teachers Association as well as updates for other employees during its special meeting Monday.
Applying for grant
Dunkirk Mayor Jack Robbins told the city council during its brief meeting Monday that plans are to apply for grant funding to help pay for paving seven streets in 2026.
‘Hope’ seeks $ for Roku show
A local addiction recovery support group has made it onto the screen. It may receive funding from the county to help further the effort.
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