Heatwave Escalates Elyria Neighborhood Tensions: Two Pepper Spray Confrontations in One Week
In just five days, two separate Elyria neighborhoods saw heated arguments escalate into pepper spray assaults. Both incidents involved ongoing tensions between neighbors and happened during a stretch of hot summer weather. Incident 1: Spray Through the Screen On June 19, Elyria police arrested 45-year-old Thomas Donaghue after he sprayed Continue Reading
Elyria Narcotics Unit Finds Crack, Meth, and Gun in Carlisle Home
CARLISLE TOWNSHIP — A Carlisle Township man is facing multiple felony charges after a search by Elyria police and local drug enforcement agencies uncovered crack cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana, a firearm, and cash inside his residence. The Elyria Police Department’s Narcotics Unit, Investigative Unit, and Neighborhood Impact Unit, working with the Continue Reading
Lorain International Festival Kicks Off Today With Food, Music, and Culture
LORAIN — The 57th Annual Lorain International Festival kicks off Friday, June 27, bringing three days of music, dance, and international flavor to the Black River Landing. Hosted by the Lorain International Association, this year’s celebration shines a spotlight on the Italian community and Lorain educators. The weekend begins Friday Continue Reading
Armed Suspect Arrested After High-Speed Pursuit Linked to Elyria Shootings
An Elyria man wanted in connection with a recent string of drive-by shootings was taken into custody Thursday afternoon following a dangerous police pursuit that ended in a multi-vehicle crash on State Route 2. According to a press release from the Elyria Police Department, 38-year-old Terrence Jackson of Lorain was Continue Reading