Elyria High School Class of 2008 Graduation Milestone
More than 400 Elyria High graduates received diplomas at Ely Stadium marking the 160th commencement. Valedictorian Alex McKenna and salutatorian Taylor Brand led the ceremony which included 33 Early College students earning associate degrees. Senior Mallievska spoke and urged graduates to guard their goals as Principal Quinn retires after 36 years.
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Royals End Skid With 4-2 Win Over Indians
Kansas City Royals snap a 12 game slide by defeating C. C. Sabathia and the Cleveland Indians 4-2 on Saturday night. Sabathia pitched well but the Royals pushed across runs in key innings to secure the victory.
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Democrats reach Michigan Florida delegate deal in split
The Democratic Party Rules Committee agrees to seat Michigan and Florida delegates with half votes at the summer convention. Barack Obama nears nomination while Hillary Clinton backers threaten to contest at the August convention. Clinton camp argues for four additional Michigan delegates as Ickes criticizes the move.
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Gas USA Tankage Cleared After Potential Explosion Threat
Elyria interim Fire Chief Joseph Pronesti said four thousand gallon gas tanks at Gas USA on Middle Avenue were pumped dry after a hazardous leak, with soil contamination about 300 gallons removed and the area deemed safe. BUSTR will investigate. overtime costs will be charged to the station owners.
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Lorain man dies in Route 113 motorcycle crash
Steven L. Dittmer, 45, of Lorain, died after his motorcycle collided with a Mazda CX7 on state Route 113 near Vermilion. He was not wearing a helmet and was thrown about 30 feet. no drugs or alcohol were detected. The crash remains under investigation as authorities described his memorial ride, noting uncertainty about any scheduled event.
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