Land donations revive Amherst recreation center plans
Lorain County Metro Parks Director Dan Martin said a defeated Amherst school district ballot issue would have funded a new community center. Behind the scenes talks revived the project, expanding it to include an outdoor play area for special needs and a continued bikeway from the Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation toward Route 2.
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Elyria Parks Board weighs Cascade Park Metro Parks option
Elyria Parks Board will decide whether to recommend to city officials a partnership with Lorain County Metro Parks for Cascade Park. The board seeks resident input as elected officials hold final authority, with two public meetings underscoring strong support for Metro Parks involvement.
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Burned Elyria woman dies in fire tragedy
Evan Gooden recalls his aunt Jacqueline Berg amid debris from a deadly Elyria fire. A 1998 Halloween photo shows Berg in clown attire at her supermarket job, reflecting her playful nature. The report notes Berg frequently dressed for holidays.
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Two strangers unite to plan 9/11 vigil in Ely Square
In Elyria two women who met for a common cause organize a candlelight vigil marking the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. From 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in Ely Square the stream of activity includes singers prayers from local ministers and a video slideshow.
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Lorain County commissioners propose 10 percent cuts except Sheriff
Lorain County Commissioner Tom Williams urged a 10 percent reduction in most departments for the fourth quarter 2011 with the Sheriff’s Office spared. He said the move could save about 367000, while warning trailing costs may erode savings. Budget gaps loom if a 0.25 percent sales tax fails. officials expect to reallocate unspent funds to the general fund.
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