Elyria Veteran Polgar Honored by France for D-Day Service
John Polgar, 89, a World War II veteran from Elyria, was named a Knight of the Legion of Honor by the French consul in Chicago. He traveled to France to receive the honor at a ceremony hosted by the U S Embassy as memories of D-Day remain vivid. He recalls a lone fallen soldier near his boat during the 1944 invasion at Normandy.
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NM town atones for 1941 anti Japanese violence
In 1941 vigilante raids against Japanese American Ebihara family in Clovis New Mexico sparked a long memory of racism. Ebi has recalled fear and loss as townspeople sought revenge after Pearl Harbor, prompting years later an official apology by the city.
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Fireworks return to Elyria city displays two shows
Elyria will host two fireworks displays this summer after a successful private fundraising campaign. Mayor Holly Brinda announced the plan, noting residents who missed displays last year will get double the celebration this season. Lisa Roberson reports from Elyria.
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Shuttle service announced for EHS graduation day
Elyria High School will hold its graduation at 7 p.m. in Ely Stadium with a free shuttle running from 5 p.m. to the venue and back. Buses depart every 15 minutes from the West Avenue student parking lot near the Performing Arts Center, with handicap parking at Ely Stadium. Rain dates are 3 p.m. Saturday or Sunday.
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Amherst to Host Film Shoot for The Bronze This Summer
Amherst will host filming for The Bronze a comedy about a former Olympic gold medalist starring Melissa Rauch of The Big Bang Theory. The production will begin in the summer with Rauch portraying Bernadette Rostenkowski at key scenes.
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