Elyria again seeks federal fire staffing grant
Elyria plans to apply for a federal Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grant to pay wages and benefits for 23 firefighters as funding from a 2010 grant dries up. Mayor Holly Brinda says the city may drop to 56 firefighters without the grant, with a decision due ahead of the March budget presentation. Chief Richard Benton warns state funding cuts worsen the position, and two grant employees have already left for other departments.
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Elyria High shows better grades and attendance
Elyria High School under principal Thomas Jama reports a 45 percent drop in tardies 38 percent fewer absences and 5 percent fewer suspensions compared with last year. Fifty five percent of students earned a 3.0 GPA or higher and incentives like cookies and early dismissals aim to raise the rate to 57 percent next grading period.
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Findley State Park docks replacement under $63,000 project
Lake Findley State Park is drained as crews prepare a $63,000 project to replace a deteriorating floating dock with a stationary dock and build a new boat ramp. Park officials say water release is to facilitate construction funded by a state wildlife grant while electric motor boats remain allowed and kayaks see rising use.
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Chronicle
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Division of Wildlife
Impasse on County Budget Cuts Continues in Elyria
Lorain County commissioners clash over starting 2013 budget cuts amid a possible 4 to 10 million shortfall. Ted Kalo cites potential state money and investment income gains, while Tom Williams pushes for small cuts including cable service and a videographer contract. Lori Kokoski notes years of prior reductions totaling 18 million.
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Lorain County Justice Center
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Supreme Court blocks Ohio execution over lethal injection procedures
The U S Supreme Court halted the execution of Charles Lorraine citing Ohio's failure to strictly follow its lethal injection policies. Federal courts continue to monitor Ohio executions, with the 6th Circuit and district court warnings cited. The decision delays the process and keeps the death sentence in limbo for now.
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U.S. Supreme Court
Ohio
Charles Lorraine
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