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Maumee's murky waters: The ruinous consequences of an environmental crime
For more than 24 years, city of Maumee employees routinely reported to the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency that the town was not discharging sewage into the Maumee River. Those affirmations were manifestly untrue. In fact, between 1996 and 2020, the city of Maumee dumped millions of gallons of sewage-contaminated water into the city’s namesake river. What’s more, during portions of that time, the city’s sewer system was not overseen by an appropriately certified sewer collection operator.
Boil advisory in effect for Elyria residents through at least Saturday
ELYRIA — A boil advisory remains in effect for Elyria water customers. After a brief power outage early Thursday morning caused low water pressure and prompted a usage restriction for non-essential water use through Friday afternoon, Safety/Service Director Chris Pyanowski said the boil advisory will remain in effect until the city receives Environmental Protection Agency approval.
New Carlisle developments will add 600 homes
NEW CARLISLE- The city of New Carlisle is preparing for its first new housing boom since the 1960s, with two housing developments planning to add approximately 2,000 new residents over the next ten years. “The current population of New Carlisle is roughly 5,500,” City Manager Randy Bridge said. “We are...
'I just had enough.' Canton Local school board's Scott Hamilton resigns after 26 years
CANTON TWP. – Longtime Canton Local school board member Scott Hamilton resigned Friday morning from the board, citing politics in a board executive session the day before and division on the board. "I am extremely disappointed with the politics displayed yet again at our board meeting yesterday as well as the division that still exists within our board. Therefore, effective immediately, I am hereby resigning my position on the Canton Local Board of Education," Hamilton, a board...
Setting the scene: Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo festival gets underway
Brock Behlke couldn't wait to get back to the Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival. "I only went for a day last year," the 22-year-old Mansfield resident said. "It was my first concert ever." A Wooster graduate, Behlke planned to be there for all three days of the festival, which kicked...
Real estate transfers: Best Western hotel in Jackson Township sells for $4.55 million
The Best Western hotel at 6889 Sunset Strip Ave. NW in Jackson Township has sold, according to the latest real estate transfers filed with the Stark County Auditor's Office. The property was purchased by RBP Hotel Group LLC, which lists a Canton mailing address on county records, from Shree Krishna Inc. for $4.55 million.
Canton can now send emergency and nonemergency alerts to your mobile device
CANTON − Alerts about emergencies, road closures and community events in Canton can now be sent to your mobile device. The city of Canton is now offering mobile alerts via text message, email, pager and voice to those who register for the free service at www.cantonohio.gov/alerts. ...
Anna grad Simpson earns Rush Limbaugh Foundation scholarship
ANNA — Aaron Simpson, a recent graduate of Anna High School, has been awarded the Rush Limbaugh Foundation American Hero Scholarship. The Rush Limbaugh Foundation website states that, “The American Hero Scholarship is available to those whose parent, grandparent, or guardian is a current or former U.S. Military service member or first responder.
Kelsey Elizabeth Cakes Closes Saturday in Avon Lake, but a Bay Village Location Is on the Way
The closing is a result of a new landlord, who plans to place a nail salon in the space. By Haley Strnad. Kelsey Shepard, owner of Cleveland-based Kelsey Elizabeth Cakes, recently announced the closure of her Avon Lake storefront location through a heartfelt social media post on the brand’s Instagram page. The storefront, which was Shepard’s first shop, is understandably dear to her, and she is upset at the sudden impending closure.
Browns top draft pick tabbed biggest potential bust in 2024
For the second year in a row, the Cleveland Browns didn't have a pick in the NFL Draft until Round 3 in 2023. Their first selection was Cedric Tillman, a big-bodied wide receiver from Tennessee. He was taken at No. 74 overall, which was the selection acquired along with Elijah Moore in exchange for pick No. 42.
Dog waits 830 days to be adopted from Wayne County shelter
WOOSTER, Ohio (WOIO) - Athena has spent more than half her life hoping to find a “fur-ever” family, and she’s waiting for you at the Wayne County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center. She came to WCDS on April 9, 2022, and July 19 marks her 832nd day...
Local church turns overgrown park into ideal hiking, fishing spot
David Schwieterman (in orange) points out the route the new trail takes around Fred Carter Park off Lakewood Drive, Bellefontaine. Jamison Thornton, right, was also instrumental in the work Vineyard Christian Fellowship put into making the park more accessible to the community. David Wilt (in blue) stopped by Friday to help as well. (EXAMINER PHOTO | SHARYN KOPF)
Richland County restaurant inspections: The latest reports and critical violations
Richland Public Health's food services program is the licensing and inspection department for food service operations, temporary and mobile food services, vending locations and retail food establishments. "When a health code violation is observed, education regarding the issue is provided to the operator and corrective measures are provided," according to the department.
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