Cascade Elementary to close as Elyria district trims staff
Elyria Schools chief Paul Rigda told about 80 parents and students that Cascade Elementary will likely close next year to address a looming deficit. The district plans to lay off 14 elementary teachers and 10 in middle and high schools, saving about 2.4 million over two years, with another elementary closure possible and votes set for Wednesday.
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Lorain officer suspended for 48 days over gun incident
Lorain police officer Emilio Morales, with 16 years on the force, was suspended 48 days without pay for dumping two guns into a city sewer and three other policy violations. Safety Director Phil Dore issued the penalty after Chief Del Rivera recommended it.
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Friday Wind Downed FirstEnergy Tower
A FirstEnergy transmission tower buckled in Friday night winds and fell after crews disconnected it from power lines. Local crews reported the incident caused power outages in nearby areas while assessments are underway.
Residents debate whether a twister hit Friday night
A large damage area near Toledo prompted National Weather Service officials to inspect whether a tornado or straight-line winds caused the destruction. Meteorologist Frank Kieltyka cited winds over 70 mph for straight-line winds, while Gary Garnet confirmed a weak tornado touched down near Toledo.
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Teen killed crossing I-90 near Avon-Westlake border
Westlake police say Elyria teen Ashley M. Palos, 19, was struck by an eastbound car at 11 15 p m after leaving a westbound vehicle driven by an 18 year old Vermilion woman following a party attended by Palos and her boyfriend. Palos died from the injuries.
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Elyria considers cost of fire department audit
Mayor Grace says a comprehensive Elyria Fire Department audit could cost taxpayers between 50000 and 100000 dollars. The council weighs how to fund the study, with no source of money proposed, while the finance committee discusses audit scope and firm selection. Westlake warns the idea is valuable for his city.
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