John Bertosa

Cleveland

Managing Editor at The News-Herald (Willoughby, OH)

I'm the managing editor at The News-Herald to the east of Cleveland and group city editor of our sister paper, the Morning Journal, to the west.

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Madison Safety Town 2025 set for June

5 days ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

The Northeast Branch of the American Association of University Women announced that Madison Safety Town 2025 will be held June 9-20 at South Elementary School in Madison. Established in 1986, the safety awareness program is designed to teach young children how to prevent accidents and how to respond to dangerous situations using songs and fun […]
Geauga Park District unveils spring activities at Observatory Park

6 days ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

Geauga Park District’s Observatory Park in Montville Township will be holding several events this spring. To kick off warmer weather, outdoor movie nights return to Observatory Park beginning with “Finding Nemo” (rated G) on June 14, then “Men in Black” (rated PG-13) on July 26.
Chagrin Valley Christian Women’s Connection sets next monthly luncheon

6 days ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

Chagrin Valley Christian Women’s Connection will be hosting their monthly luncheon from noon to 1:45 p.m. May 21 at Chagrin Valley Athletic Club, 17260 Snyder Road in Bainbridge Township. A Bainbridge Library trainer will show off the technology tours at the library’s Creative Lab, according to a news release.
Painesville launches new online 311 service

6 days ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

The City of Painesville has launched its new online 311 service. This online system allows residents, business owners and visitors to report concerns and request city services via the online platform, according to a news release. The new 311 platform allows users to submit requests related to public works, city parks, code enforcement, utility service and more.
Burroughs Nature Club the Leach Research Station

1 week ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

The Burroughs Nature Club is hosting an in-person presentation by Connor Ryan of the Leach Rhododendron Garden at 7:30 p.m. on April 25 at Willoughby United Methodist Church, 15 Public Square. His topic is “The David G. Leach Research Station: Northeast Ohio’s Horticultural Hidden Gem.” Tucked away just a mile south of Lake Erie in […] Subscribe to continue reading this article. Originally Published: April 17, 2025 at 5:18 PM EDT
Mentor Public Library hosts ‘Tea 101’ program

1 week ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

Sample teas from around the world and learn about this beverage during the “Tea 101” program at 6:30 p.m. May 8, at Mentor Public Library’s Main Branch, 8215 Mentor Ave. Attendees can discover how one plant can produce six different types of tea, and explore the history and legends surrounding the production of tea, according to a news release. This program is free to attend and open to all, but due to limited space, registration is required.
Guided sunset walk planned in the Mentor Marsh

1 week ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

All ages can enjoy a guided sunset walk at 7 p.m. May 7, in the Mentor Marsh — hosted by the Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Mentor Public Library’s Headlands Branch. The marsh, protected by the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, is one of the largest natural marshes remaining along the Lake Erie shoreline. It’s also one of the best places to witness spring songbird migrations and an important breeding and nursery area for several fish that live in the lake, according to a news release.
Mentor Public Library, Mentor-on-the-Lake Police Department holding gun safety program

1 week ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

Mentor Public Library and Mentor-on-the-Lake Police Department have partnered for a program on gun safety at 2 p.m. May 10. Police Detective Clay Braidic, who is also the firearm instructor for the department, will discuss safe firearm handling and operation at the Lake Branch, 5642 Andrews Road in Mentor-on-the-Lake, according to a news release. The program is open to teens and adults, but due to limited space, registration is required.
Mentor Public Library hosts talk on military legacy of President Garfield’s family

1 week ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

Explore the military legacy of President James A. Garfield’s family during a free talk at 6:30 p.m. May 5, at Mentor Public Library’s Main Branch, 8215 Mentor Ave. This talk will also discuss the family’s role and impact on the U.S. Cavalry, according to a news release. Several generationsserved in the Ohio cavalry, spanning multiple wars. The speaker will be John R. Garfield, the great-great-great-great grandson of President Garfield.
Mentor Public Library hosts expert talk for owners of woodlands

1 week ago | news-herald.com | John Bertosa

Eighty-five percent of Ohio’s forests are privately owned, but owning woodlands comes with challenges including pests, disease and invasive plants. Those who own wooded property can learn how to assess their forest’s health and receive advice on woodland stewardship during a free program at 6:30 p.m. May 6, at Mentor Public Library’s Main Branch, 8215 Mentor Ave., according to a news release.