NEWTON FALLS — A Newton Falls council at-large councilwoman is being challenged by a former ward councilman for an at-large seat on village council in the Nov. 4 general election.

For council at-large, incumbent Julie Stimpert is being challenged by John Baryak, who served as 2nd Ward councilman until his term ended in December 2023.

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Stimpert said her focus areas are infrastructure improvements, community-relationship building and driving economic growth.

“I believe these initiatives are essential for ensuring the town’s continued growth and prosperity,” Stimpert said. “We need to invest in the basics from roads to our public spaces to ensure Newton Falls remains a safe, accessible and thriving place for everyone.”

Stimpert said it is important the community move forward with

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