Lorain Un Underground Railroad tribute unveils garden site
Lorain dedicates a reflective garden and historical monument along the Black River Landing to honor abolitionists. The 9 a.m. ceremony features the Cleveland Ecumenical Disciples Choir and displays including quilts used as signals for escaping slaves. Funding exceeds 60 thousand dollars with land donated by the Lorain Port Authority.
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Richard Novak
Robber targets Pay Day Loans after bank case in Lorain
Lorain police pursue a 5 foot 10, 265 pound Hispanic man seen at a Fifth Third Bank earlier and at Pay Day Loans later. He forced a wallet from a woman outside the bank and fled in a gold Dodge Stratus with a money bag. A second man was present at the bank. A reward is offered for information to identify, arrest, and convict the suspect. Call (440) 204-2105.
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Lawyers call terror expert unreliable in Abdi case
In Columbus, lawyers challenge Singapore expert Rohan Gunaratna, slated to testify at Nuradin Abdi’s August trial on charges of conspiring to aid terrorists and using false travel documents. A July hearing will assess the expert’s reliability as prosecutors seek detailed history of al Qaida and recruitment.
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Rohan Gunaratna
Nuradin Abdi
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Mahir Sherif
Avon Duct Tape Festival Showcases Global Creations and Parade
The Avon Heritage Duct Tape Festival at Veteran's Memorial Park celebrates the book of duct tape with 500 free rolls daily. A 60‑group parade from Avon Village School to Avon Middle School features 22 duct tape floats and 3 bands. Henkel and Virginia Marti College lend tents and garments from 21 countries.
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Stoney Ridge Road
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Henkel
Patti Sack
Virginia Marti College of Art and Design
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