Fire destroys VW Bug and garage in Grafton Township
James Bolek lost a 1972 Volkswagen Bug and a newly built garage in a Saturday evening fire at 36270 Grafton Eastern Road. Officials estimate 20 000 in damage, with 10 000 to the garage, 6 000 to the car, and 4 000 to his nearby home. Firefighters from Grafton Township and Eaton Township responded in about five minutes. cause under investigation but sparks from the car backfiring are suspected.
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Eaton Township
Apple Festival pie contest crowns Elyria baker winner
In Elyria on Saturday the 1998 Apple Pie contest at Apple Festival, judged by Linda Feagler and others, awarded Jan Addington first place with 136 points from 160 possible, earning $25. Pam Baker placed second with 130 points, and 9 year old Carly Syms of Grafton finished third with 125 points. Addington’s Dutch Apple pie used apples from Vermilion’s Apple Hill Orchard.
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Elyria
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Pam Baker
Carly Syms
Grafton
St. Mary’s School
Cleveland Magazine
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Chronicle-Telegram
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al Murphy
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Apple Hill Orchard
Vermilion
Marilyn Felix
Cody
Adding
Chardon Man Dies in Quarry Accident
A Chardon man, 55, Lowell Hanson of Fowlers Mill Road, was killed Friday at a quarry in Camden Township after being crushed between two heavy machines while two coworkers adjusted a malfunctioning boom. Hanson died of severe chest injuries. MSHA is investigating the incident.
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Chardon
Lowell Hanson
Fowlers Mill Road
Lorain County
Paul Matus
Rosh Hashana Begins Sunset Marking Jewish New Year
Lorain County Jews and congregations plan the holiday start at sunset with services at Temple B nai Abraham in Elyria and Agudath B nai Israel in Lorain. Rabbi Dov Rubin notes reflections on personal growth, gratitude, and spiritual renewal as traditions include dipping apples in honey and the shofar blast. Tashlich occurs Monday afternoon as the 10 day period ends with Yom Kippur on Sept 29 and 30 with fasting and atonement prayers.
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Evan Despenza
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Dov Rubin
Agudath B’nai Israel Synagogue
Erica Levit
Church marks 125th year in LaGrange
LaGrange United Methodist Church traces its 125 year history to 1873 when pews were funded by quarters and nickels during building. The congregation invites members and the public to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the sanctuary cornerstone laying this Saturday and next Sunday. Donna Uehlein, a 50 year member and committee member, recalls early members helping pay for the church.
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LaGrange United
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