Cockfighting, Climbing Egg Costs, and Roaming Hens: Lorain Considers Legalizing Backyard Chickens
By Erik Jones, Lorain Daily LORAIN, OH — Are chickens coming home to roost in Lorain once again? During Monday night’s city council meeting, the conversation took an unexpected—and slightly humorous—turn as council members debated whether residents should be allowed to raise backyard chickens within city limits. While the topic Continue Reading
City Considers Forgiving Loans for Deceased and Struggling Homeowners
By Erik Jones, Lorain Daily LORAIN, OH — A newly proposed ordinance could soon give the City of Lorain the authority to forgive outstanding home rehabilitation loans—particularly those tied to deceased borrowers or homeowners experiencing financial hardship. During this week’s city council committee meeting, the Building, Housing, and Planning Department Continue Reading