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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1997
Page
1
Eight of the 33 derailed cars near Sandusky Bay contained traces of a toxic chemical posing a threat to water wildlife. Residents evacuated from a half mile zone were allowed to return home today as cleanup continues.
Chris Mills says he would likely leave if underpaid and may pursue free agency. He played in last year’s World Series with Atlanta while sidelined by a shoulder injury, and now faces post season with the Cavaliers as David Justice eyes playoff action in Cleveland.
North Ridgeville Mayor Deanna Hill says a finance committee meeting recordings were erased. The claim follows ongoing questions about city finances and record-keeping.
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A poll by the Roper Center and Reader's Digest ranks the Cleveland Lorain Elyria region 41st nationwide for family living. Elyria councilman Larry Tanner credits caring residents and economic strength while noting Ford GM impacts.
Elyria report: Sandy Alomar of the Cleveland Indians filmed a 30 second television commercial at Marco's Pizza on South Abbe Road. The scene drew a crew of more than two dozen with hot lights and equipment filling the lobby as Alomar rehearsed his lines.
U S Representative Sherrod Brown spoke at a Lorain County press conference on Earth Day urging a brownfield bill to speed environmental cleanups. The measure would fund local assessments and clarify liability for potential buyers while moving companies into vacant plants to boost economies and benefit schools and communities.
The Civil Service Commission voted 3-0 to uphold the firing of Elyria police officer Brian Tibbitts for excessive force and prisoner safety disregard. Evidence showed temper problems and a prior job loss, with video of him shoving a handcuffed suspect at the station. Lt. Dennis Will testified Tibbitts was removed from narcotics due to temper issues.
About a dozen residents' council members ask Elyria City Council to station two police officers at Westway Gardens, joining Wilkes Villa and South Park where officers patrol. They describe the area as high crime and urge the same security presence.
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