Lorain Council Recap: Safety Ordinances, St. Joseph’s Cleanup, and $50M+ in Sewer Upgrades
LORAIN — Lorain City Council’s September 2 meeting tackled a packed agenda, advancing major infrastructure projects, approving agreements for the cleanup of the former St. Joseph’s Hospital site, and sending a package of proposed public safety ordinances to committee for further review. The meeting stretched several hours, with lively debate Continue Reading
Bascule Bridge Lane Closures Scheduled for Week of Sept. 8
LORAIN — The City of Lorain has announced upcoming lane closures on the Bascule Bridge as inspection work is performed next week. Starting Monday, September 8, 2025, engineering firm Euthenics will conduct inspection work on the bridge for one week. Lane closures will take place daily between 9 a.m. and Continue Reading
Lorain’s Lighthouse Stars in New Thriller Beneath the Light
LORAIN — Hollywood-based filmmaker and Lorain native John Baumgartner is coming home to celebrate the Ohio premiere of his supernatural thriller, Beneath the Light. The red-carpet premiere takes place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Lorain Palace Theatre, giving local audiences the first chance to experience the film. Shot almost entirely in Lorain — Continue Reading
Lorain County Law Enforcement Launches Labor Day Weekend Impaired Driving Blitz
LORAIN COUNTY — The Lorain County Sheriff’s Office and the Ohio State Highway Patrol Elyria Post are increasing patrols this Labor Day weekend to target impaired and reckless driving. The enforcement blitz begins Friday, August 29, at 6 p.m. and continues through Tuesday, September 2, at 6 a.m. Officers will Continue Reading
UPDATE: Lorain County Sheriff’s Office Releases New Details on Westwood Elementary Lockdown Arrest
ELYRIA — Westwood Elementary School went into lockdown Thursday afternoon after a parent reported seeing a man with a gun in the school’s parking lot, according to the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the school just after 12:00 p.m. and arrived within six minutes of the initial call. 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
Who Does Lorain Work For? Residents Are Demanding Answers
Editorial Commentary LORAIN — A south-side homeowner thought he was finally in control of his family’s future. After years of small leaks and rising water bills, he invested thousands to replace every inch of water piping in his house. He even dug his own trench to the city’s water shutoff, Continue Reading
Beyond Public School: Education Choices for Ohio Families
they actually have. While public schools serve most families, they aren’t the only path available and finding the right fit can make a world of difference in a child’s education. Whether you’re seeking more flexibility, a specialized learning environment, or alternative teaching styles, understanding every option is one of the 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