Wife charged in Vermilion homicide after years of questions
Julene Simko surrendered at Lorain County Jail facing aggravated murder murder felonious assault and tampering with evidence over the 2009 killing of husband Jeremy Simko in Vermilion. Police dispute her claim of an intruder and prosecutors promise a vigorous defense as the case moves toward trial.
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Vermilion
Julene Simko
Lorain County
Robert Simko
Jack Bradley
Bradley
Youth Empowerment Services Zone Launches in Elyria
Lorain County groups led by the Boys and Girls Clubs and United Way join seven Elyria partners to create the YES Zone for middle school wellness and literacy. Catholic Charities and Big Brothers Big Sisters will mentor. programs include in school health, drug and alcohol education, and fundraising to support the effort.
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United Way
Greater Lorain County
Youth Empowerment Services
YES
Catholic Charities
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Taylor
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Lyn Crouse
Krigtin Bauer
Chronicle
Bill Harper
United Way of
Bobby Taylor
Boys and Girls Clubs of
YES Zone
Wellington Schools Band Director Faces Disciplinary Hearing
Wellington band director Toni Novotny, accused of harassing and bullying a student, was placed on paid administrative leave in November. The Wellington Board of Education will hold a disciplinary hearing after an investigation into her behavior last school year. Superintendent John Nolan cited harassment retaliation and mis representation of complaint procedures in the notice. The letter does not specify if one or multiple students are involved.
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Wellington Board of Education
Toni Novotny
Novotny
John Nolan
Board of Education
Wellington coach placed on leave after police questioning
Wellington Schools cross country and track coach Nick Vaughn was placed on paid administrative leave after being questioned by Wellington police. Superintendent John Nolan confirmed the action but gave no details as Vaughn was escorted from the school by officers. Police Chief Tim Barfield offered no comment on the questioning.
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