Relative of kidnap victim expresses gratitude
The family of a 43 year old woman abducted and shot Tuesday says they are grateful to two strangers who stopped the abduction and a man who heard a possible disturbance. The victim, paralyzed after a back shot, was dumped behind a closed business on Oberlin Elyria Road and found crying for help. She remains in fair condition at MetroHealth Medical Center.
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Postal Service Food Drive Today Nationwide Campaign
Residents are urged to fill a bag with canned and boxed foods and place it outside near the mailbox for pick up by postal carriers. Local donations stay in the area and will be distributed through local food banks.
Fights erupt at end of fight series event
At Quaker Steak & Lube in Sheffield security and local police halted after Superior Cage Fightings rounds with 15 undercard bouts and 3 main events ended. Police from Elyria Lorain and surrounding departments responded as fights spread through sanctioned areas. A police dog and a Taser were used on combatants while investigators determine arrests.
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Lube
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Highway Patrol
Larry Bliss
Maui Sands waterpark resort readies big opening
About 40 miles west in Sandusky Maui Sands unveils a $30 million Hawaiian themed year round waterpark resort. It houses the regions second largest water park, 304 rooms and two new hotels at Routes 2 and 250. Memorial Day weekend opening planned. rival Kalahari Resort nearby claims the area’s largest enclosed waterpark. Maui Sands is owned by Maui Sands Resort Company.
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Maui Sands
Restar
McCain trails Democrats in latest poll findings
The Los Angeles Times reports that in a charged Democratic primary, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama lead John McCain in a hypothetical popular vote if the election were held now, highlighting a potential edge for the Democratic contenders.
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Barrett leaves family law firm after resignation from Ohio House
Former state Representative Matt Barrett of Amherst has exited the Miraldi and Barrett law firm after resigning from the Ohio House amid a scandal over misrepresented topless photos shown to a Norwalk High School government class. The firm’s remaining partners and former partner Judge Jim Miraldi did not comment. A firm receptionist confirmed Barrett’s departure and he was removed from the company website.
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Oldest captive gorilla Jenny turns 55 at Dallas Zoo
Jenny the gorilla, aged 55, celebrated with a four layer frozen fruit cake and banana leaf treats at Dallas Zoo. caretakers note joint issues and vision decline but praise progress in veterinary care and nutrition. The International Species Information System lists her as the oldest gorilla in its global database.
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Todd Bowsher
International Species Information System
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
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Association of Zoos and Aquariums
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