Petition filed against Lorain County sales tax hike
Opponents of the 0.25 percent sales tax increase in Lorain County delivered a petition to Auditor Craig Snodgrass to challenge the measure. The group Citizens for a Better Lorain County seeks to place the issue on the ballot, needing 7,782 signatures by January 13, while officials consider whether a review is required before circulation.
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Curtis Weems
Tom Williams
Amherst
Nick Brusky
County Board of Elections
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Lori Kokoski
Matt Lundy
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Ted Kale
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Oberlin teen shoplifting case sent to county for review
The Oberlin case of Jonathan Aladin, 19, accused of concealing wine at Gibson's Bakery, was dismissed in Oberlin Municipal Court. Prosecutor Frank Carlson plans to discard the felony after a rejected plea to reduced charges and diversion.
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Donations distributed to families through Salvation Army drive
Elyria resident Shanese Jackson, 27, who battles cancer, stood in line for Salvation Army Christmas assistance. The program, rooted in a 58 year Chronicle Telegram tradition, distributes toys and food to needy families during the holidays.
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Stacy Broadbent
Army kettle drive in Elyria aims to close holiday shortfall
The Salvation Army band of bell ringers in Elyria will boost jingles this week to cover a funding gap before the kettle collection season ends. Maj. Bob Sears noted a shortfall carried over from last year.
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Lorain Fire Chief Brown to lead Lorain Port Authority
Lorain Fire Chief Tom Brown, a 28 year veteran, will become the Lorain Port Authority executive director. He signs on to push city economic development and revenue growth, aiming to meet residents and hear concerns as part of his new role.
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