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Athens County Public Libraries recognizes employee union
At Thursday’s emergency board meeting the ACPL board voted to recognize the employee union, with some strings attached.
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Public bus route changes begin Monday, Aug. 9
Athens Public Transit (APT) will make the following service changes, effective Monday, Aug. 5. Effective Monday, Aug. 5–Friday, Aug. 9 (Athens County Fair Week): The city of Athens will open West Union Street to two-way traffic during fair week. However, Athens Public Transit will continue to detour around the area due to safety and congestion…
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Nelsonville parking restrictions Aug. 1–2
Fort, East Franklin and Kontner streets will have no on-street parking 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Aug. 1 and 2.
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Dianna F. “Toots” Harper
Dianna’s wishes were to be cremated and there will be no services observed.
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Athens hydrant flushing for Aug. 1
The Athens Fire Department will flush and test hydrants on East State Street on Wednesday, July 31, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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Boil order for Pine Grove Drive for Aug. 1–3
Water service is shut off until 3 p.m. today; when it is restored, a boil order will be in effect until noon Saturday, Aug. 3.
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Judge: Nelsonville council must consider ordinance on charter petition (Updated)
The city has appealed the order and requested a stay of the order. Another hearing is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 2.
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Regional farms suffer from summer drought
With record heat and rainfall at half of normal in some areas, farmers face financial pressure as they try to keep livestock and crops watered.
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Nelsonville council puts city manager on administrative leave
The council unanimously voted following an executive session Tuesday to place City Manager Tom Cangemi on paid administrative leave indefinitely, pending an external investigation, “based on allegations of misconduct.”
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Tips for Tenants: What do I do if my landlord won’t make repairs I have requested?
First, do NOT withhold your rent. Instead, you will need to start the legal process known as “rent escrow.” Here’s what to do.
