Elyria Schedules May Emergency Levy Amid Deficit Alarm
Elyria School officials warn of a potential 29 million dollar shortfall by 2014 without new money and urge an 8.2 mill emergency levy. Superintendent Paul Rigda and Treasurer Fred Stephens outline a plan balancing 3 million in cuts with a 4.4 million levy to prevent program and staff reductions.
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Nine men from Mexico taken by Border Patrol in Avon Lake
Nine men aged 17 to 40, all in the country illegally, were detained at a residence on 571 Avon Belden Road in Avon Lake. U S Marshal Pete Elliott said the arrest stemmed from a minor offense warrant for Celestino Granados Quechol, who was not present. Border Patrol later took the men into custody with no incident.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Sandusky
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Noaca board resignation offer to end dispute in Lorain County
Virginia Haynes says she would resign from the NOACA board if the county drops the lawsuit and appoints one of two alternatives proposed by commissioners. She notes the split between townships and the county over her appointment and seeks resolution to restore unity.
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Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency
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Japanese automaker recalls over acceleration defect center
A major Japanese automaker recalls vehicles tied to an acceleration problem fueling a nationwide safety campaign. Investigations focus on air intake throttle systems and potential unintended acceleration across multiple models and plants.
Bribe-case attorney receives 42-month federal sentence
Former Elyria attorney Timothy Armstrong, 65, was sentenced to 42 months in prison for his role in bribes paid to a public official, described in court documents as Cuya hoga County Auditor Frank Russo. Armstrong is cooperating with investigators and pleaded guilty to a federal conspiracy charge.
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Sandy” Klimkowski
Urgent need for food pantry help grows in area
Charities report demand for emergency food assistance rising across Lorain and surrounding counties with about 77 000 people weekly seeking aid. Second Harvest and local pantries warn relief is not yet in sight as community kitchens continue serving the hungry.
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