Oberlin renames sewer plant to Water Environmental Protection Division
Oberlin renames its Waste Water Treatment Plant to Water Environmental Protection Division to improve image and morale. City Manager Deborah Kimble says the new name clarifies function and reduces stigma, while critics question clarity in naming and language. Lorain cautions about overhauls in municipal branding amid broader debate on wording.
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Clinton's environmental stance amid contradictions
The article critiques Bill Clinton's environmental speech as promoting growth with protection, cites his Arkansas record as weaker, notes his support for market-based tools like pollution rights, and questions whether he would truly be an environmental president given mixed positions on oil, Arctic drilling, and fuel efficiency targets.
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Opinions Page Invitation to Readers and Letters
The Chronicle Telegram invites reader engagement through editorials and guest columns. It encourages audience participation by sending letters to the editor to share opinions on current topics and editorial viewpoints.
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Letter urging action from lawmakers on healthcare for the working poor
A Chronicle Telegram reader appeal from Kate Jett and Marie Griffin in Bellevue urges working poor without health insurance to write to state and federal leaders. The letter emphasizes that many cannot afford medical tests or treatment and reminds officials that poor people vote, urging collective civic pressure for medical care access.
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Sheffield Lake Charter Review Commission Criticized
Anthony Durda argues the Sheffield Lake Charter Review Commission lacks professionalism and objectivity. He accuses leaders of acting with unwarranted power, cites affiliations of ex-mayors and council members on the board, and questions the appointment process while asserting his long service in the city and fire department.
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Memorial Day flag theft at Ely Square
Virginia A. Powelson reports three youths taking veterans flags at Ely Square, after a mother claimed they could take as many as they wanted. She intervened, contacted police, and watched the group retreat as officers did not pursue.
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Salad bar luncheon marks 53 years of service
Catholic Social Services of Lorain County celebrated 53 years serving Lorain County with a salad bar luncheon to raise funds for the Adult Daycare Senior Achievement Center. The executive director Bernadette Washington and volunteers thanked the board and supporters for making the first-time fundraiser a success.
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Mules of Washington and the Bush response
Thomas M. Faber argues for a long term plan to tackle urban problems ravaging the country. He warns that governors associations and housing officials failed to gain President Bush’s attention over economic issues and urges steadfast action, even if critics push back.
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Letter to the Editor Addressing Community News
The Chronicle Telegram invites readers to send letters to the editor for publication. Provide signature, full address, and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4010 Elyria Ohio 44036. Fax letters to 3297272.
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Perot Not A Serious Choice For President Says Cal Thomas
Author Cal Thomas argues Ross Perot is a hustler with a shifting stance and personal flaws. He cites Perot's tax stance flip flops, private morality comments, and reliance on polling while avoiding definitive leadership. The piece labels Perot a dangerous, non serious candidate and urges Bush to solidify his campaign.
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