NIMBY fears hit Lorain County housing plans
Lorain County faces NIMBY opposition as a North Ridgeville halfway house for recovering alcoholics and addicts plans to close, while Elyria Township proposes The Junction shelter for runaways. Officials say residents are vetted, noncriminal and supervised, and argue fears overlook the goal of helping troubled youths and adults.
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Jack Muthall
Ed Keating
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Elyria Township
Jeff Neal
Lincoln Counseling Center
Neal
What Was the Point of the Columbine Massacre
The Providence Journal reflects on the Columbine High School shooting in Littleton Colorado describing how two juniors opened fire in the parking lot cafeteria and library, leaving 15 dead including the shooters. It notes the tragedy and broader sense of bereavement for American families.
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Tanner Seeks Elyria Municipal Court Clerk Vote
A resident urges support for Larry Tanner for Elyria Municipal Court District clerk emphasizing honesty, hard work, and community aid. The writer notes Tanner is not in their ward but has assisted with problems, asking others to vote for him.
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Culture of violence centers on school shootings
A reflective voice condemns repeated mass shootings while calling for personal responsibility to curb violence. It urges nonviolent conflict resolution, awareness of impact, and simple acts of care, noting society’s complicity and the need for change.
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Letters to the Editor on nonviolence for youth
The writer urges better conflict resolution to set a positive example for children. They warn youth absorb violent messages from war depictions and slurs, noting violence harms lives. The piece calls for active nonviolence, resisting leaving the issue to government or blame, and avoiding celebratory violent imagery.
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Larry Tanner for Elyria clerk of courts
A local letter endorses Larry Tanner for Elyria clerk of courts citing his long civic record from Cub Scout leader to Elyria City Council and labor leader. The writer praised his honesty, integrity, dedication, and commitment to the American way, urging votes for Tanner.
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Larry Tanner
Elyria
Debated City Hall Move Sparks Elyria City Hall Critique
A citizen urges the Elyria mayor and council to stop secret deals and involve the City Council. The letter questions openness and accuses Mayor Keys of political motives behind announcements, urging turnout on May 4 to impact local governance and improvements. The writer stresses the need for collaborative leadership and civic participation.
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Mayor Keys
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Deadline for election letters to Chronicle Telegram
Election letters must reach by Tuesday April 27 for print consideration. The Chronicle Telegram will not print late letters on election topics. Sunday May 2 is the last day letters will appear. Include signature, full address, and telephone. send to Editorial Page Editor, Chronicle Telegram, Box 4010, Elyria 44036, or by fax or email.
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Belle offers investment tips as local tribute grows
The Chronicle-Telegram notes Albert Belle promotes weekly investment guidance on his site www.athletedirect.com and in a Bank on Belle column, praising his market tips while contrasting with NASDAQ volatility. The column also surveys local culture and area arts venues from Avon Lake to Oberlin, praising high school choirs and regional arts access.
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