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This Tiny Mollusk Costs the Great Lakes Over $5 Billion in Problems
Destructive, invasive zebra mussels have long caused issues like clogged pumps and pipes in Lake Erie. By Julia Soeder. These mussels are only the size of a fingernail but can cause irreversible environmental and economic damage. Zebra mussels are non-native to the Great Lakes region and can produce over one million eggs per year, says Hayley Rinearson, the education and outreach coordinator for Lake Erie Islands Nature and Wildlife Center.
Elyria Fire Department gains two experienced firefighters
The Elyria Fire Department welcomed two new members in a ceremony at Elyria Fire Station No. 1 on Monday. Patrick Gilman and Benjamin Higgins became the newest members of the department when they were sworn in by Mayor Kevin Brubaker. Gilman arrives at Elyria from East Cleveland Fire, while Higgins...
Water Lantern Festival Will Light Up Berea’s Coe Lake
The Cleveland Water Lantern Festival is back — but at a new location: Berea’s Coe Lake. The gates open at 5:30 to enjoy eats from food trucks, live music and fun, and then to join in designing your own lantern for the lantern launch, which takes place from 8:30-9:30pm.
Cleveland grandmother moves out after home shot up twice in 24 hours
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A Cleveland grandmother says she no longer feels safe in her home after it was shot up twice in 24 hours. “I’m on edge all the time,” she said. “I can’t sleep you know I barely can eat. I’m terrified.”. The...
Man robs Akron Circle K at gunpoint for cigarettes
AKRON, Ohio — A Circle K in the city’s Kenmore neighborhood was robbed Sunday at gunpoint, with the suspect taking only cigarettes, police say. The robbery was reported just after 5:30 p.m. at the Circle K on the 1600 block of East Avenue, just north of Clearview Avenue. A clerk tells police the suspect entered the store and pointed a gun at the clerk, then demanded cigarettes.
Additional charges filed against 14-year-old accused of shooting 12-year-old for shoes in Youngstown
A 14-year-old boy accused of shooting a 12-year-old boy in an attempt to rob him of his shoes is now facing even more charges. The teen is now facing charges of attempted murder and another count of aggravated robbery on top of his charges of felonious assault and aggravated robbery.
New Vietnamese Restaurant opens in Downtown Warren
An's House is a new Vietnamese restaurant, now open on Courthouse Square in Downtown Warren. The new restaurant is bringing Vietnamese culture and cuisine to the square, specializing in Pho, Bánh mì, Vermicelli and authentic Vietnamese coffees and teas. “I’m Vietnamese and I've been to dozens of restaurants...
Beyond the buck: The high cost of affordable housing in Cleveland
Cleveland has experienced one of the highest annual rent increases in the country over the past year. As rents continue to rise, Clevelanders face a growing challenge when searching for affordable housing. A recent report from tech real estate company Zillow shows that Cleveland rents continue to climb, with July...
Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus in Mineral City and Fairfield Township
DOVER ‒ The Tuscarawas County Health Department reports that two more local mosquito samples have tested positive for West Nile Virus. The samples, collected on Aug. 6, were taken on Lindentree Road NE, Mineral City, and Pleasant Valley Road, New Philadelphia. These positive samples bring the total to eight mosquito samples with West Nile...
Tuscarawas Homeless Shelter Speaks Out Following Ban Proposal
The Friends of the Homeless organization is objecting to a proposal under consideration in New Philadelphia. In a statement released last Thursday, board members expressed concern and displeasure over Law Director Marvin Fete’s suggestion that camping be banned at the city’s parks. Board president Joe Svancara says they’re...
Browns Cut Ties With Speedy Receiver After Rash of Injuries
The Cleveland Browns have parted ways with wide receiver Matt Landers, making room for help at offensive tackle. The Browns announced the move on Monday, August 19. Cleveland signed Landers in May, hoping he could make an impact with his speed and size. Landers is 6-foot-4, 200 pounds and ran a 4.37 40-yard dash at the 2023 combine — the third-fastest that year.
ODOT Seeking Public Comments for District 7 projects
August 20, 2024, Press Release from the Ohio Department of Transportation: SIDNEY (Tuesday, August 20, 2024) - The Ohio Department of Transportation District 7 is seeking public comments regarding the following projects:. D07-Culvert Repair Fiscal Year 2026, PID 116498: ODOT proposes to rehabilitate six culvert systems in Miami, Montgomery, and...
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