Elyria Police Unit Ain't Broke Says Chief on Move Debates
Faced with crowding at Court Street, Elyria seeks to relocate the Neighborhood Impact Unit amid high felony arrest rates. The unit, concentrated in Wilkes Villa, South Park, Bell Avenue area, and Crack Alley, accounts for 52 percent of felony arrests this year. With six officers responsible for over half the city’s felonies, critics warn moving them could hurt morale and performance.
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Sin taxes for health care reform urged by Milwaukee Journal
The Milwaukee Journal argues that raising sin taxes on tobacco and possibly alcohol could fund health care reform. It notes smoking and alcohol abuse drive medical costs, while tobacco price supports waste funds. The piece cites a $665 million five year cost for the price-support loans and calls for broader health initiatives.
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Growing Arts Festival shines in Ridgeville May 1 1993
The Growing Arts Festival drew crowds from at least 35 cities to North Ridgeville May 1 1993. Visitors toured garden centers, attended expert talks, bought plants, and enjoyed activities at South Central Park including a nature scavenger hunt and an animal petting zoo. Stafford, Visitors Bureau chairman and City Council candidate, led efforts.
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Elyria Patriots Band Honored For Parade Loyalty
A letter from Elyria urges veterans to support the May 16 5th District parade in Elyria at 3 p.m. It lauds the Elyria Patriots Band for marching in Sandusky and for their loyalty while noting 12 local high school bands declined to participate. It emphasizes veteran groups fundraisers scholarships and free school aid.
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Loyalty Day Parade Attendance in Sandusky Sparks Critique
Eyewitnesses condemn the May 2 Loyalty Day parade in Sandusky for a poor turnout and the rejection of three local high school bands invited to participate. The Elyria Patriots Band was the sole marching group in attendance.
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Lorain police skip funeral for legend
A Lorain man named Ralph Angel Nazario, described by mourners as a town legend, died amid a memorial service attended by over 200 people but without participation from the Lorain Police Department, including the police captain. The letter questions gambling by officers and cites Nazario’s battle with alcoholism and impact on community members.
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Letters to the Editor Guidelines from The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram outlines how to submit letters to the editor with request for brevity and accuracy. Include signature full address and telephone, mail to Editorial Page Editor Elyria Ohio, or fax to 329-7272.
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The Case for Growth and Prosperity Since 1930s
Robert W Tufts argues that persistent stagnation under Reagan Bush requires renewed public spending to create jobs and restore prosperity. He cites New Deal and WWII mobilization, urges investments in infrastructure housing schools health care and recreation to unleash sustained growth and reduce deficits. He warns against overemphasis on deficits and calls for coordinated action by business labor and government.
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