Two contenders seek Amherst mayor seat in 12k town
Safety-service director Mark Costilow and auditor David Kukucka, both 52, vie to succeed Amherst’s three-term mayor. Costilow, a Democrat, has four years as safety director and council service, while Kukucka, a Republican, has a decade as city auditor and background in public service.
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Costilow and Costilow Seek Amherst Mayor Post
Mark Costilow a Republican former safety-service director and Amherst Council member faces Democrat Karen Costilow a city council member and medical sales executive in a mayoral race. Both residents with long local ties pursue the $52272.96 position as veteran mayor David Taylor steps down after 12 years.
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South Amherst Mayor Race Highlights Veteran Candidacy
In South Amherst two candidates vie for mayor a longtime council president David Leshinski and former mayor Ronald Schmitz both tout public service and vow to shield the village from further financial scandals. The race follows indictments of former clerk treasurer Kim Green for theft and related charges and state auditor firings tied to the case.
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David Leshinski Faces Re-Election as Lorain County Leader
Nonpartisan council member since 2005 seeks another term. He holds an associate degree from Lorain County Community College and a bachelor’s from Kent State. Married to Rosemary Schlub with children Mark and Dawn. currently council president for four years.
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Ronald Schmitz obituary and life summary
Ronald Schmitz, 72, independent, graduated Brookside High School in 1962. He worked 30 years as a group 3 reliefman at Ford Lorain and later co-owned a local business for 15 years. He is survived by his wife Patricia and sons Al and Don Schmitz.
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Wellington car dealer funds temporary bleachers for Senior Night
Wellington Brothers Chevrolet stepped in to sponsor temporary bleachers for the Dukes final home football game after district officials deemed the 75 year old wooden stands unsafe. Bleachers on Demand from Castalia will deliver about 500 seats before Friday noon, ensuring seniors can attend their last home game against Black River.
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Shadow box with Purple Heart to be returned to Marine for Winkles
Lorain County Veterans Services says a shadow box and Purple Heart belonging to Lance Cpl. Terry Winkles, previously thought dead, have been found and a relative says Winkles is alive in Fostoria. The agency is trying to contact him to return the award with no publicity if he prefers.
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