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'It's gut-wrenching': Painesville Township residents call for action after sewage floods out of basement drains
PAINESVILLE, Ohio — On Saturday, residents along Outrigger Cove in Painesville Township discovered sewage covering their basement floors after rain seemingly overwhelmed the area's sewage system. Although the sight disgusted and frustrated homeowners, residents tell 3News it's not entirely shocking. "I feel like I'm a veteran of it, because...
Painesville Rite Aid listed for closure, indicates last day for prescriptions is July 9
Rite Aid appears set to shutter its last Lake County location after its Painesville store was listed for closure in a recent court document filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey and posted by the company’s claims agent. The store at 180 N. State...
Owner of Willowick’s Shoregate Towers waives jury trial, wants to plea
LAKE COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - The owner of Shoregate Towers in Willowick waived his right to a jury trial and wants to schedule a change of plea hearing, according to court documents. Lemma Getachew’s request was filed on June 21 in Willoughby Municipal Court. According to the motion, Getachew...
Cities in Northeast Ohio explain fireworks ban ahead of July 4th
MENTOR, Ohio (WOIO) - Independence Day is typically marked by grilling out, parades, and fireworks to close out the day. And while state legislation has legalized fireworks, many cities across Ohio have banned the holiday commodity. “Kids get ahold of fireworks or people who are inexperienced in handling fireworks. Really,...
Lake County family learns story behind World War II Marine's final battle
CONCORD, Ohio — As the nation marks Independence Day on Thursday, a Lake County family will observe the occasion as they have for decades: in solemn reflection. July 4 marks 80 years since a young Marine named Lewis McIntosh died while fighting in the Battle of Saipan. His nieces and nephews have known Uncle Lewis only through photos and family stories.
Madison trustees OK next steps on several construction projects
The Madison Township trustees are moving forward on a pair of construction projects. The board voted at its regular meeting Monday to advertise for work on Sites Road and award a contract for engineering work on the Manner Drive drainage project. Township trustees approved the paperwork to authorize a $29,435...
Madison Village holds market, concerts as prelude to traditional July 4 galas
Without fail, Independence Day evokes thoughts, memories and history. And, at Madison Village Park, things were no different, as offerings, including traditional July 4th food, grilled on order, live music, artisanal vendors peddling artisanal things, and good old, garden-variety-celebrate-America fun, swept the area. For the majority of revelers, who danced,...
Fairport Harbor Arts & Culture Alliance announces line-up for upcoming Reggae in the Harbor
The Fairport Harbor Arts & Culture Alliance has announced the second event of the fourth annual Live @ The Lighthouse Concert series will be July 13 with Reggae in the Harbor at the Lighthouse amphitheater. “Reggae in the Harbor continues to increase in size year over year,” Live @ The...
Building a Community at the Recreation Center
The city of Mentor operates 15 parks spanning over 1,200 acres that offer both active and passive amenities. The city also operates a variety of recreational facilities including an ice arena, senior center, golf course, marina, and more. The latest addition to the city’s portfolio of fun is the Mentor...
Perry Township taking steps to accept NOPEC Energized Community Grant
Perry Township government leaders are preparing to secure a grant that helps pay for projects to improve energy efficiency. Township trustees, at a recent meeting, approved a resolution authorizing all actions necessary to accept a NOPEC Energized Community Grant. NOPEC, or the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council, provides energy aggregation...
Garfield National Historic Site to host two naturalization ceremonies
The National Park Service staff of James A. Garfield National Historic Site recently announced that it will host two naturalization ceremonies this summer. The first is July 12; the second will be Sept. 13. Both ceremonies will begin at 10 a.m. on the grounds of the Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Ave., in Mentor. The public is invited to attend and see 25-30 people from across the globe become American citizens, according to a news release.
Participate in the 2024 Mentor CityFest Parade
Local businesses and organizations are invited to participate in the Mentor CityFest parade on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 10:00 AM. The parade will begin at Shore Middle School, located at 5730 Hopkins Road, head south on Hopkins Road to Center Street, east on Civic Center Boulevard, and end at Mentor Civic Amphitheater, located at 8600 Munson Road.
Mentor Independence Day Celebration: What You Need to Know
Enjoy a free concert from the main stage at the Mentor Civic Amphitheater on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 7:45 PM with a spectacular 25-minute fireworks display to immediately follow. Celebrate Independence Day with an American classic! Forever Seger creates a dynamic journey through the timeless music of Bob Seger...
Mentor Public Library Adult Program Highlights for July
Most library programs are hosted in-person at one of the library’s branches. A few are hosted. online via Zoom. When registration is required, you can sign up by calling the library or. online at mentorpl.org. Monday, July 8, at 6:30 p.m. Village Room, Main Branch. Local historian Tom Pappas...
Mentor Public Library hosts history talk on the Great Lakes Exposition
Discover the story behind Cleveland’s enormous two-year party — the Great Lakes Exposition — during a free program at 6:30 p.m. July 23, at Mentor Public Library’s Main Branch, 8215 Mentor Ave. In the summers of 1936 and 1937, the city celebrated its centennial by transforming...
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