Spitzer says Chrysler closures threaten local car business
Elyria report states Spitzer Auto Group may need bank backing to cover a 100000 mile warranty. Giardini warns the move could force selling inventory as used cars at about half value, noting $15 million could drop to $7 million. See SPITZER A2.
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Indians owner Dolan suffers heart attack and update
The Chronicle-Telegram reports Indians owner Dolan is hospitalized after a heart attack and is in good spirits. Dolan bought the club before 2000 for $323 million and has since handed power to son Paul, with the team winning two AL Central titles in 2001 and 2007.
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Fire chiefs say parade overtime not normal practice
Elyria paid two off duty firefighters $286.08 to drive the city’s new $1 million ladder truck in the Memorial Day parade, a practice described as not typical. Fire Chief Rich Benton and Lorain Fire Chief Tom Brown say volunteer participation is preferred and overtime funds are not routinely used for parade duties.
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Oberlin Board Keeps Pledge-Less Curriculum Policy
The Oberlin school board voted 3 2 to maintain a policy not to require the Pledge of Allegiance in the curriculum. A proposed change to remove the words under God and set pledge readings between one and five times monthly was rejected.
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Oberlin School Policy Grants Longer Days and Tutoring
Oberlin schools will extend school days and require tutoring for athletes with low GPAs. A district address system will be added in each building and a preamble will advise students they may stay silent during the pledge. Board member Paula Jones opposed the changes.
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Charges dropped in party beating may lead to felonious assault
Elyria prosecutors dropped misdemeanor assault charges against two Elyria High School students who pleaded no contest to beating two others at a March garage party. They may pursue felonious assault charges after reviewing victims medical records.
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