Former Amherst mayor Frank J Janik dies at 73
Frank Joseph Janik 73, longtime Amherst mayor and attorney, died Monday after a brief illness in Lorain. Born in Cleveland, he lived in Amherst since 1960, served in World War II, and held roles in St Joseph Catholic Church Knights of Columbus Salvation Army Rotary and Bar Associations. Survived by wife Shirley and children, services set at Henpel Funeral Home with full military honors and a 10 a.m. Mass at St Joseph Church.
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Ramage Purple Heart recipient dies at 64 in Berea
Roy N. Ramage 64 of New Russia Township died Sunday at Aristocrat Skilled Nursing Center Berea after illness. He served four years in Korea, wounded, earned Purple Heart and other medals. Survived by wife Barbara and children. military honors planned at Ridge Hill Memorial Park Amherst.
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Lorain
Los Angeles Actor Bert Remsen Dies at 74
Veteran character actor Bert Remsen died in his Los Angeles home on Thursday at age 74 from natural causes. He endured a severe 1964 back injury from a crane accident on No Time for Sergeants, yet returned to a prolific career with Robert Altman films including Brewster McCloud McCabe and Mrs Miller California Split Nashville Thieves Like Us and A Wedding. He is survived by his wife Barbara Dodd Remsen two daughters Ann Manners and Kerry Remsen a brother Guy and two grandchildren.
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Caroline Sklarek 88 of Lorain dies after long illness
Caroline Sklarek nee Majka 88 lifelong Lorain resident and avid Cleveland Indians fan dies after a long illness. She was a Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary parishioner. Survivors include son Kenneth P daughter Phyllis Perry and Patricia Kuzak seven grandchildren 16 great grandchildren sisters Victoria Solak Veronica Michalski and others. Friends may call today 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at Dombrowski Wohlever Funeral Home with a 9:30 pm prayer service and a 10 am Wednesday Mass at Nativity Church. Burial in Calvary Cemetery Lorain.
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Seamstress Elsie Lapp 96 Dies After Long Illness
Elsie T. Lapp, nee Messenger, 96, of Elyria died Monday after a long illness. Born in Glenville W Va she lived in Elyria since 1967, retiring from 21 years as a seamstress at Style Center Lorain in 1987. Survived by a stepdaughter, nephew, nieces and other relatives. Funeral 10 am Wednesday at David Bogner North Ridgeville with burial at Elmwood Lorain. Memorials to American Cancer Society.
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Webberfalls
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Garrettsville
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Carol Machovina
North Ridgeville
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Grafton
Shelia Haun
LaGrange
Raymond
Charles
Bessie Messenger
Parker and
Porter Messenger
Loraine Phillips
Emma Stowalker
David Bogner
Center Ridge Road
Michael Gibson
Fields United Methodist Church
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American Cancer Society
North Ridge Road
City weighs King's Woods purchase amid zoning changes
Akron council weighs buying King's Woods after an estate sale reduced price to 337,500 from 750,000. Preservation supporters urge acquisition for park with fields. opponents cite higher city priorities and costs. If bought, negotiations would follow with Akron developer Jerry Bishop, with eminent domain possible if no agreement.
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King’s Woods
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Bishop
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King's Woods
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Koziura
Law
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Council
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Scherach
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Koury
Washington
Penton Farms plans to draw more visitors with new attractions
Penton Farm, known for vegetables, sweet corn, meats, and Amish cheeses, builds a master plan to attract young families. Andy Hill aims to add a goat walk and stocked pond to lure visitors and keep the fourth generation farming while preserving the farm’s character.
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Clydesdale Hayride Pricing at Penton Farm Market
The Clydesdale hayride costs 4 for adults 2 for children aged 3 to 12 and free for children under 3. The package includes petting zoo access, balloons, face painting, and a 10 percent discount on market purchases. Market hours are 9am to 7pm weekdays and noon to 5pm weekends.
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Teen charged with domestic violence over missing hamster
A 15 year old boy returned home Sunday at 4 20 pm and upon learning his hamster was missing threatened his brother with a butcher knife. He did not strike or injure anyone. The teen has prior DV convictions. The brother called 911 and the teen was arrested and taken to Lorain County Detention Home.
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Grafton
Lorain County
Transitional First Grade aims to rebalance repeating students
Amherst and North Ridgeville district leaders introduce transitional first grade to aid kindergarten strugglers. Aims to reduce stigma, provide full-day class, and meet state reading help requirements. Hiring a teacher may come from within or outside the district. first-year pay is $23,625.
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Biagio Sidott
Amherst
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Bainbridge Road
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Trial delay in Cordelia DePaolis case prompts July 27 date
The Cordelia DePaolis murder case moves forward with Figueroa's jury trial now set for July 27. Final pretrial is scheduled for June 28. Cordelia, 18, was found slain at her Middle Avenue home after parents Richard and Linda DePaolis returned from a hospital visit. The victim's throat was slashed and she suffered multiple stab wounds.
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Figueroa
Carlisle eyes Elaine as possible agency head
Carlisle said Elaine has been with the agency long and is highly capable and should submit her resume to run the agency. Georgas noted the board hopes to name Carlisle’s successor by its May 19 meeting, with resumes due by Friday and about 20 applicants already.
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Avon North Olmsted rezoning hearing delays to May 3 or 10
Residents raise concerns about a rezoning proposal at 1610 Center Road to allow retail shops up to 20 000 square feet including gas stations and restaurants. Ann Forthofer has an option to buy the property and plans to tear down a house for a 5 400 square foot retail store while Mayor Smith faces questions of conflict.
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Great Northern Plaza
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Center Road
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Vierkorn
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