New Ohio Minimum Wage Hike Still Leaves State Behind Half the Nation
Ohio’s minimum wage rose on January 1 to 10.70 an hour for most workers and 5.35 for tipped employees, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce. The change applies to businesses with annual gross receipts over 394,000 dollars. Smaller businesses and 14- and 15-year-olds remain under the federal minimum wage Continue Reading
Trunk or Treat Brings Family Fun to Black River Landing
Lorain families will have a chance to celebrate the season with costumes, candy, and community this weekend as the Trunk or Treat Fall Festival comes to Black River Landing. The event takes place Saturday, October 4, from 12 to 1 p.m. at 421 Black River Lane, Lorain. Hosted by the Continue Reading
Lorain County Commissioners Question Housing Costs, Hears Public Concerns
The Lorain County Board of Commissioners handled routine approvals Friday, September 26, while also questioning the high price tag of a federal housing rehab and hearing pointed public comments on health care, jail funding, and regional debt. Commissioner Jeff Riddell, Dave Moore, and Marty Gallagher were present for the 9:30 Continue Reading
Lorain County Commissioners Approve Bonds for Senior Housing, Address Rising Health Costs
The Lorain County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Commissioners Jeff Riddell, David J. Moore, and Marty Gallagher were present. Routine approvals and recognitionThe board approved investments, appropriations, transfers, advances/repayments, requisitions, travel, and bills. Commissioners also thanked the Columbia Eagles for donating $18,700 to help the Sheriff’s Office Continue Reading
Marta’s N More Brings Donuts, French Pastries and Heart to Downtown Lorain
Downtown Lorain has a new sweet spot, and it’s already drawing crowds. Marta’s N More, owned by Marta DeLeon, recently opened at the corner of Fourth Street and Broadway. The bakery offers a welcoming space filled with donuts, pastries, and fresh coffee. Marta DeLeon’s path to entrepreneurship began 25 years Continue Reading
Lorain Board of Control Approves Training, Utility Upgrades, and Major Contracts
LORAIN — Meeting on September 3, 2025, the Lorain Board of Control, led by Mayor Jack Bradley with Safety/Service Director Rey Carrion and other city officials in attendance, approved a series of measures ranging from fire department training to multi-million-dollar utility projects. The meeting opened at 11:22 a.m. and adjourned Continue Reading
Sheffield Lake: Apartments At Shoreway Plaza Set To Move To Council
Wednesday evening Sheffield Lake held a city council meeting regarding the proposed development and revamping of the property at 4128 East Lake Road. The meeting started with a “presentation” from developers Tom Torrini and Kelly Iken. The “presentation” included a rendering concept of what the building would look like, site Continue Reading
Lorain Council Moves to Rein in Short-Term Rentals
Lorain City Council spent much of its September 15 meeting focused on how to handle the city’s growing short-term rental market. The issue came up after residents raised concerns about disruptive late-night parties and properties operating without permits. Councilwoman Sylvia Duvall asked whether new laws were needed to regulate short-term Continue Reading
Black River Landing breaks ground on new amphitheater; May 2026 opening targeted
LORAIN: The Lorain Port and Finance Authority held a groundbreaking Monday at Black River Landing to launch construction of a new permanent amphitheater. Executive Director Tiffany McClelland said the project has been years in the making and timed to replace the existing stage at the end of its lifespan. She Continue Reading
Skate World Celebrates 50 Years in Lorain
One of Lorain’s most beloved gathering places is marking a major milestone. Skate World, the roller rink on West Erie Avenue, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and city leaders took time during Monday’s council meeting to honor the achievement. Councilwoman Mary Springowski read a proclamation recognizing the rink Continue Reading