Elyria weighs mandatory smoke alarms after fatal Larkmont Fire
After a deadly Larkmont Drive blaze claimed six of seven family members, Elyria officials consider requiring smoke alarms in all multi family dwellings and study enforcement for single family homes. Mayor Keys cites past focus on alarms and public education as alternatives to new mandates. Fire officials stress alarms, proper installation, and cost effective safety.
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City to Face More Layoffs to Balance Budget in Elyria
Elyria officials warn further layoffs are likely as the city anticipates $11.5 million in revenue with only $11.7 million in projected spending. Police and fire departments face the deepest cuts, risking safety and potential contract litigation. Mayor Keys notes possible recalls if tax measures pass. cuts include street lights parks and summer contracts.
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Elyria High tops Bay in tournament clash led by Thomas
Elyria High beat Bay 74 52 as Bay suffered its second defeat this season. Thomas scored 24 points to pace Elyria, who advance to face the winner of the Lorain Admiral King matchup in D-1.
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Dome restoration plan eyed by Lorain County Bar Association
Lorain County Bar Association gains county commission support to study restoring a dome atop the courthouse. The 1882 structure originally had a sheet steel dome removed in the 1940s after weather damage. A proposed rebuilt dome would be wood and steel in a historic style, with cost and funding details undetermined.
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Weather Outlook With Snow Chance Near Weekend
Outside becoming cloudy tonight with a chance of snow late. Low temperatures near 10 to 15 degrees. Winds from the north east to east 5 to 16 mph. Thursday, occasional snow with some accumulations likely. Details on Page A-3.
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Hart wins Vermont primary in blowout over Mondale
In Vermont, Gary Hart captures about 71 percent of the Democratic primary vote, delivering a commanding win that campaign manager Oliver Henkel says signals a serious challenge to President Reagan. Mondale is absent from Hart’s strong show in northern New England as Hart’s momentum grows.
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Snowbound Elyria roads spark string of fender benders
Emergency crews logged about 10 accidents between 8 p.m. and midnight with more than a half dozen by Wednesday morning as Tuesday night snow and refreezing made county roads treacherous. Elyria and Lorain police urged reports at stations only for injuries or disabled vehicles while salt efforts struggled with subfreezing temps.
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