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
Lorain County Commissioners approve cybersecurity upgrades, drainage work, and set stormwater hearing
Lorain County Commissioners met Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 3:30 p.m., with Commissioners Redell, Moore, and Gallagher present. The board approved a series of financial items and took action on contracts, stormwater management, and sewer delinquencies. The meeting opened with routine approvals of investments, appropriations, transfers, advances, requisitions, travel, and bills. Continue Reading
Cleveland Communications Files Lawsuit Against Lorain County Commissioners Over Burns Road Tower Project
A new lawsuit has been filed in Lorain County involving Cleveland Communications Inc. (CCI) and the Lorain County Board of Commissioners regarding the construction and leasing agreements tied to the Burns Road communications tower project. According to the filing, the lawsuit focuses on issues related to contract terms, project costs, Continue Reading
County Ends Tower Lease, Officials Assure Service Continuity
Lorain County Commissioners Move Forward with Tower Lease Termination, Assure Public Safety Will Not Be Affected The Lorain County Board of Commissioners voted on August 12, 2025 to notify Cleveland Communications, Inc. that the county will not renew its lease for a communications tower on Burns Road in Elyria. The Continue Reading
Lorain Council Approves Technical Assistance for $6.3 Million HUD Loan Application
Lorain City Council, which is typically in recess during August, held a special meeting on August 12 to approve accepting $100,000 in technical assistance from Enterprise Community Partners, funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The assistance will help the city apply to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Continue Reading