Tuesday, April 24, 2012
We're looking for Twinsburg residents who are making a difference in their communities and beyond
At Patch, we like to support positive role models in the community. We want to find those Twinsburg residents who are doing great things in the community and shine a light on their good deeds. You know, those ordinary and extraordinary people whose acts of courage, determination, volunteerism and compassion have made a difference in the community and beyond. Check out this recent story we did on Twinsburg Firefighter John Knaus. It's part of a Patch-wide project called the "Greatest Person of the Day," which is being done in cooperation with our sister publication, the Huffington Post. So, think ordinary people doing extraordinary things for friends, families, groups and others — they're everywhere, in faith communities, nonprofit groups, …
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
We're looking for Twinsburg residents who are making a difference in their communities and beyond
At Patch, we like to support positive role models in the community. We want to find those Twinsburg residents who are doing great things in the community and shine a light on their good deeds. You know, those ordinary and extraordinary people whose acts of courage, determination, volunteerism and compassion have made a difference in the community and beyond. Check out this recent story we did on Twinsburg Firefighter John Knaus. It's part of a Patch-wide project called the "Greatest Person of the Day," which is being done in cooperation with our sister publication, the Huffington Post. So, think ordinary people doing extraordinary things for friends, families, groups and others — they're everywhere, in faith communities, nonprofit groups, …
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Golfers will tee off Friday morning to help raise money for the Officer Joshua T. Miktarian Scholarship Fund
Twinsburg golfers will have the chance to honor Joshua Miktarian and contribute to the memorial scholarship fund at the Twinsburg Police Association's Joshua Miktarian Golf Scramble at the Glen Eagles Golf Club on Friday. “A lot of people who play in the event knew Josh (Miktarian), so it’s a good opportunity to share stories about him,” said Twinsburg Police Chief Chris Noga. Noga serves as a trustee for the scholarship fund, along with Miktarian’s wife Holly. “There’s a lot of camaraderie. It’s a good time," Noga said. The all-day event includes putting, longest drive and closest to the pin contests. Golfers will play 18 holes with lunch, a steak dinner and drinks included. Miktarian was shot and killed during a routine traffic stop in …
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Today we honor the life and memory of the fallen Twinsburg officer
Today marks the three year anniversary of the tragic death of officer Joshua Miktarian. He was fatally shot in the line of duty, during a routine traffic stop by Ashford Thompson on July 13, 2008 on Glenwood Drive. On this sad day of rememberance our thoughts, and more importantly, our prayers, are with the family, friends, and colleagues of Josh. To honor his memory, here are 5 things to remember Joshua Miktarian: 1. Josh is survived by his wife, Holly, and their adorable little daughter, Thea. 2. Earlier this year, Josh's canine partner, Bagio, had to be put to sleep after developing complications from cancer. He had served the Twinsburg Police Department for 11 years and was retired soon after Josh was killed. 3. The Joshua Miktarian …
