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Not messing around, Elyria cracking down on fireworks
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) -Even though the state of Ohio legalized the use of fireworks in 2022, many local cities and municipalities have created their own laws to ban or restrict them. The state law says fireworks can be used the weekend before and after the Fourth of July, and on...
Lorain Council approves new LPD title, stipend for top police captain
LORAIN — Lorain’s top police captain will have a new title. Lorain City Council approved an update to the title, and pay structure, for the department’s highest-ranking captain during its meeting on Monday. Capt. Michael Failing will move into the newly created “deputy chief/captain" role, replacing the...
Oakwood plan would be good for Elyria
A deal between the city of Elyria and Save Our Children to turn the former Oakwood School over to the nonprofit should be a boon to both. The price, as they say, is right. Under a plan working its way through City Council, the old school, which closed in 2021, would be sold to Save Our Children for $1. (Elyria Schools turned over Oakwood and two other buildings to the city in exchange for three acres of city-owned land next to its new Northwood campus.)
Assistance with summer cooling bills available for low-income households
The Ohio Department of Development and Community Action Commission of Erie, Huron & Richland Counties Inc. are offering assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during the hot summer months. Through Sept. 30, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying their electric bill, purchasing an air conditioner or fan...
Lorain, LifeCare contract reached; includes non-transport fee
LORAIN — Lorain has a new contract with LifeCare Ambulance Inc. City Council unanimously passed an agreement with the service provider on Monday, after discussing it at length and amending the contract on the floor. The contract will run through 2028 and it is the first year LifeCare has...
Celebrate the Season with Lakewood Summer Meltdown
Lakewood Summer Meltdown returns to downtown Lakewood for its 16th year from 4-10 p.m. Sat., July 20 with events for all ages: including a 5K race, beer garden live music and more. As one of the region’s biggest community events, the Lakewood Summer Meltdown brings together nearly 15,000 attendees from...
Middleburg Heights repurchases historic Little Red Schoolhouse
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, Ohio -- With a sizable Middleburg Heights Historical Society audience in attendance, City Council on June 25 passed a resolution authorizing Mayor Matt Castelli to repurchase the Little Red Schoolhouse property. The 1912 structure, located at the intersection of Sheldon and Fry roads, began as the Old District...
North Ridgeville to accept grant for ADA improvements to senior center
North Ridgeville City Council introduced a resolution at its regular meeting on Monday to accept a grant for improvements at the city’s senior center. According to the resolution, which Mayor Kevin Corcoran introduced on Monday night, the total amount of the grant is $22,000 and will be used to address necessary improvements designated by the Americans with Disabilities Act. The grant is the second accepted by the city to make ADA improvements to the center.
RV owners ask Middleburg Heights to allow outdoor residential storage
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, Ohio -- A group of residents who own recreational vehicles was hoping Middleburg Heights officials would reconsider city codes prohibiting RVs from being stored outside on residential properties on a long-term basis. Based on the June 25 Zoning and Building Code Committee meeting, however, the likelihood of amending...
Ready Pet GO!: Bolo the adopted dog provides stress release and comfort to emergency dispatchers in Erie County
ERIE COUNTY, OHIO, Ohio — In law enforcement, "BOLO" is an acronym for "Be On The Lookout," a code to watch out for a fugitive or some sort of criminal activity. At the Erie County Sheriff's Office, Bolo is also the name for the newest member of their dispatch team, whose only crime to date is stealing the hearts of all he encounters.
City Of Lakewood Passes Resolution Celebrating Juneteenth
At their June 17th meeting, Lakewood City Council passed Resolution 2024-40 to honor Juneteenth National Independence Day and spread awareness of Juneteenth as a federal holiday to respect the significance of June 19, 1865, the date on which people still being enslaved in Galveston, Texas learned of the Emancipation Proclamation two and a half years earlier and finally gained their freedom. Members of the Madison Court Community Coalition, who recently held their fourth annual Juneteenth celebration received the Resolution as well as members of the city's Anti-Racism Task Force. The Resolution was introduced by Councilmember Tristan Rader and Council President Sarah Kepple.
Mayor's Corner: Updated Parking Lot In Lakewood Park Achieves Multiple Goals
With summer in full swing and the Fourth of July upon us, Lakewood’s most heavily used public asset – Lakewood Park – continues to experience a high volume of use. Whether it is the Solstice Steps, the Kids Cove playground, our new pickleball courts, Foster Pool, or simply strolling the beautiful park campus, Lakewood Park continues to offer a multitude of opportunities for the people of Lakewood to enjoy the seasons. With the high demand for park access, last year the City took on a project to update the main parking lot at Lakewood Park to achieve multiple goals – from increasing capacity on the existing footprint to enhancing access, walkability, and safety to ensuring better lighting and more environmentally friendly elements were incorporated in the project.
RTA to close Red Line at Madison Station bordering Lakewood ‘until further notice’ during rehab work
Cleveland, Ohio – The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority will close the Red Line W.117 – Madison Rapid Station at the corner of Madison Avenue and W. 117th St., bordering Lakewood, starting July 17, while it upgrades the station’s platform and track bridges. The RTA did not...
A salute to Berea commercial district founders
BEREA, Ohio -- The West Bagley Road Commercial District became a reality due mainly to the efforts of two Bobs, a mayor and a dream. Former Baldwin Wallace College (now Baldwin Wallace University) friends Robert C. Huge, owner of Huge Heating, and NASA senior research scientist and BW professor Robert C. Hendricks, P.E., formed a business partnership many years ago.
Flex those muscles: Rocky River car show rolls into town July 14
ROCKY RIVER, Ohio -- Summertime car shows are fun and always attract a crowd. The annual Rocky River Car Show will be held July 14 at the City Hall Park, at the corner of Hilliard Boulevard and Wagar Road. The city notes that the community is excited to bring back...
North Olmsted’s Safety Town graduates another class: A Place in the Sun
NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio -- North Olmsted’s Safety Town is a program for children that teaches them lessons about fire, pedestrians, traffic, water, guns and poisons/drugs. North Olmsted recently held its first week of 2024 graduation at the North Olmsted High School performing arts center. If you purchase a product...
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