https://chroniclet.com en-us Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:44:25 -0500 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:44:25 -0500 Presteligence Chronicle Telegram https://chroniclet.com/news/468651/elyria-superintendent-ann-schloss-to-retire/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468651/elyria-superintendent-ann-schloss-to-retire/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:42:45 -0500 Elyria Schools Superintendent Ann Schloss, right, embraces Board of Education President Elaine Seguin Wednesday after Schloss announced she will retire at the end of the year. Elyria Schools Superintendent Ann Schloss, right, embraces Board of Education President Elaine Seguin Wednesday after Schloss announced she will retire at the end of the year. OWEN MACMILLAN/CHRONICLE KRISTIN BAUER / CHRONICLE Ann Schloss, superintendent of Elyria City Schools, speaks to those in attendence at Thursday night's meeting at Northwood Middle School about the new school boundaries within the Elyria City Schools District. KRISTIN BAUER / CHRONICLE Ann Schloss, superintendent of Elyria City Schools, speaks to those in attendence at Thursday night's meeting at Northwood Middle School about the new school boundaries within the Elyria City Schools District. KRISTIN BAUER/ CHRONICLE Elyria Schools Superintendent Ann Schloss tallks with Xander, Frish, 17, a junior at Elyria High School who has been active in the campaign to get Issue 19 passed. The two were at the Elyria schools watch party at Elyria High. Elyria Schools Superintendent Ann Schloss tallks with Xander, Frish, 17, a junior at Elyria High School who has been active in the campaign to get Issue 19 passed. The two were at the Elyria schools watch party at Elyria High. BRUCE BISHOP/CHRONICLE Right: Ann Schloss encourages Mya Mederer to pet her dog, Sophie, at Ely Elementary School, Elyria on March 12, 2022. Right: Ann Schloss encourages Mya Mederer to pet her dog, Sophie, at Ely Elementary School, Elyria on March 12, 2022. Angelo Angel / The Chronicle KRISTIN BAUER/ CHRONICLEAnn Schloss, superintendent of Elyria Schools, speaks to those gathered at the Harvest for Hunger Kick-off event held at Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio on Tuesday afternoon, February 25. KRISTIN BAUER/ CHRONICLEAnn Schloss, superintendent of Elyria Schools, speaks to those gathered at the Harvest for Hunger Kick-off event held at Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio on Tuesday afternoon, February 25. KRISTIN BAUER/ CHRONICLE FILE -- Elyria City Schools Superintendent Ann Schloss spoke during the ground breaking ceremony for the new Eastern Heights, which will open in August of 2021, on Wednesday, September 18. KRISTIN BAUER / CHRONICLE FILE -- Elyria City Schools Superintendent Ann Schloss spoke during the ground breaking ceremony for the new Eastern Heights, which will open in August of 2021, on Wednesday, September 18. KRISTIN BAUER / CHRONICLE KRISTIN BAUER 2019 Ann Schloss of the Elyria Schools and Ken Glanc, President of Elyria Comic Book Initiative pose with Cleveland, Ohio creation Superman. Ann Schloss of the Elyria Schools and Ken Glanc, President of Elyria Comic Book Initiative pose with Cleveland, Ohio creation Superman. CHUCK HUMEL / CHRONICLE FILE Patricia O'Brien, Executive Director Stocker Foundation, Ann Schloss, Director of Academic Services, Brenda Norton, Board President of Stocker Foundation look over the new technology in the renovated preschool classroom at Franklin Elementary School in Elyria. Patricia O'Brien, Executive Director Stocker Foundation, Ann Schloss, Director of Academic Services, Brenda Norton, Board President of Stocker Foundation look over the new technology in the renovated preschool classroom at Franklin Elementary School in Elyria. CHRONICLE FILE 2026-06-11T00:42:45.5970000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468664/uh-elyria-medical-center-expands-sleep-apnea-treatment-options-with-inspire-therapy/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468664/uh-elyria-medical-center-expands-sleep-apnea-treatment-options-with-inspire-therapy/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:05:00 -0500 Ryan Ivancic, an otolaryngologist with the UH Ear, Nose and Throat Institute at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center, recommends Inspire therapy, a new treatment option for patients with obstructive sleep apnea who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy. Ryan Ivancic, an otolaryngologist with the UH Ear, Nose and Throat Institute at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center, recommends Inspire therapy, a new treatment option for patients with obstructive sleep apnea who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy. Submitted Camelia Clay of Elyria underwent Inspire therapy at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center after struggling with CPAP treatment. Clay said the implantable device has helped her sleep through the night and improved her quality of life. Camelia Clay of Elyria underwent Inspire therapy at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center after struggling with CPAP treatment. Clay said the implantable device has helped her sleep through the night and improved her quality of life. Submitted 2026-06-11T00:27:28.9400000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468663/terminated-lorain-police-officer-wins-arbitration-reinstatement/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468663/terminated-lorain-police-officer-wins-arbitration-reinstatement/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:52:00 -0500 Corey Middlebrooks Corey Middlebrooks Provided 2026-06-11T00:20:12.0670000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468660/spitzer-hardware-preparing-temporary-reopening-as-fire-cause-ruled-undetermined/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468660/spitzer-hardware-preparing-temporary-reopening-as-fire-cause-ruled-undetermined/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:38:00 -0500 The temporary home of Spitzer Hardware at 906 Railroad Street in Grafton. The temporary home of Spitzer Hardware at 906 Railroad Street in Grafton. BRUCE BISHOP/CHRONICLE 2026-06-11T00:06:33.9530000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468641/carnival-returns-to-forefront-field/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468641/carnival-returns-to-forefront-field/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:49:00 -0500 KRISTIN BAUER/ CHRONICLEThe carnival is open at ForeFront Field in Avon through Sunday, June 14. The carnival has rides, games, shows and concessions that are set up in the paved parking lot outside the stadium. KRISTIN BAUER/ CHRONICLEThe carnival is open at ForeFront Field in Avon through Sunday, June 14. The carnival has rides, games, shows and concessions that are set up in the paved parking lot outside the stadium. Kristin Bauer 2026-06-11T00:23:14.5400000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468639/whatever-his-name-may-be-local-cat-has-become-5th-street-legend/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468639/whatever-his-name-may-be-local-cat-has-become-5th-street-legend/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:38:00 -0500 Iago rests in his back yard sanctuary overlooking the river at Clint Rohrbacher and David Pavlak's home Iago rests in his back yard sanctuary overlooking the river at Clint Rohrbacher and David Pavlak's home PHOTO PROVIDED BY CLINT ROHRBACHER Iago, as he's known at the West Avenue home of Clint Rohrbacher and David Pavlak, has the "orphan of the storm look that makes you want to open the floodgates of pity - until you find out you're just one stop on the tour," said Pavlak. At their home he has a longtime paramour, Emilia. Iago, as he's known at the West Avenue home of Clint Rohrbacher and David Pavlak, has the "orphan of the storm look that makes you want to open the floodgates of pity - until you find out you're just one stop on the tour," said Pavlak. At their home he has a longtime paramour, Emilia. PHOTO PROVIDED BY CLINT ROHRBACHER This is the face of Mr. Butters, captured in the photo that Mary Lynn-Johnson posted on social media in April, announcing there'd been a break-in at her home. Her post unraveled a network of neighbors, all strangers, with one thing in common - they were sharing the same cat. This is the face of Mr. Butters, captured in the photo that Mary Lynn-Johnson posted on social media in April, announcing there'd been a break-in at her home. Her post unraveled a network of neighbors, all strangers, with one thing in common - they were sharing the same cat. PHOTO PROVIDED BY MARY LYNN-JOHNSON Bruce, perched on the porch railing at Mary Nasipak's house on 5th Street in Elyria. Bruce, perched on the porch railing at Mary Nasipak's house on 5th Street in Elyria. PHOTO PROVIDED BY MARY NASIPAK 2026-06-10T23:00:16.5930000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468627/lorain-mother-searches-for-answers-after-son-was-injured-in-tuesday-hit-skip/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468627/lorain-mother-searches-for-answers-after-son-was-injured-in-tuesday-hit-skip/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:43:00 -0500 2026-06-10T20:39:09.0770000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468567/haley-street-in-vermilion-durkee-road-in-eaton-twp-closed-for-utility-work/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468567/haley-street-in-vermilion-durkee-road-in-eaton-twp-closed-for-utility-work/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:30:00 -0500 The Chronicle-Telegram 2026-06-10T00:39:35.9770000Z 9 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468595/rosa-gee-chosen-as-sheffield-lake-council-president/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468595/rosa-gee-chosen-as-sheffield-lake-council-president/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:52:00 -0500 Sheffield Lake City Council At-Large incumbent Rosa Gee. Sheffield Lake City Council At-Large incumbent Rosa Gee. Photo Provided 2026-06-10T20:14:46.3230000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468572/local-history-of-veterans-service-preserved-in-amherst/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468572/local-history-of-veterans-service-preserved-in-amherst/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:00:00 -0500 Dave wilding looking over the art on display in Patriots Park in Amherst Dave wilding looking over the art on display in Patriots Park in Amherst BRUCE BISHOP/CHRONICLE John Sekletar talks about the art from Patriots Park in amherst being on display at the neighboring Commando Coffee Company. With him is Scott Robinson who primarily maintains the memorial. John Sekletar talks about the art from Patriots Park in amherst being on display at the neighboring Commando Coffee Company. With him is Scott Robinson who primarily maintains the memorial. BRUCE BISHOP/CHRONICLE 2026-06-10T01:36:59.7070000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468584/news-of-note-elyria-schools-to-discuss-pay-to-participate/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468584/news-of-note-elyria-schools-to-discuss-pay-to-participate/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:38:00 -0500 2026-06-10T15:45:36.1330000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468582/elyria-to-consider-tax-abatement-for-senior-housing-project/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468582/elyria-to-consider-tax-abatement-for-senior-housing-project/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:33:00 -0500 An architectural rendering of McGregor Landing in Elyria. An architectural rendering of McGregor Landing in Elyria. Provided 2026-06-10T00:22:11.2400000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468575/wellington-schools-weigh-facility-needs-as-master-plan-takes-shape/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468575/wellington-schools-weigh-facility-needs-as-master-plan-takes-shape/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:49:00 -0500 The Chronicle-Telegram 2026-06-09T23:40:16.5100000Z 9 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468571/lccc-named-a-finalist-for-national-award-1-million-prize/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468571/lccc-named-a-finalist-for-national-award-1-million-prize/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:58:00 -0500 The Chronicle-Telegram 2026-06-09T23:41:33.3630000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468560/avon-lake-to-host-250-jubilee-fireworks-celebration-on-july-3/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468560/avon-lake-to-host-250-jubilee-fireworks-celebration-on-july-3/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0500 The Chronicle-Telegram 2026-06-09T23:25:09.3200000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468554/annual-juneteenth-bluesfest-set-for-sunday/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468554/annual-juneteenth-bluesfest-set-for-sunday/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:29:00 -0500 The Chronicle-Telegram 2026-06-09T23:31:32.1800000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468551/road-work-in-lorain-continues/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468551/road-work-in-lorain-continues/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:09:00 -0500 The Chronicle-Telegram 2026-06-09T23:26:46.5570000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468546/wellington-prepares-for-expanded-fourth-of-july-celebration/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468546/wellington-prepares-for-expanded-fourth-of-july-celebration/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:31:00 -0500 The Chronicle-Telegram 2026-06-10T00:21:16.8970000Z 9 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468512/avon-resident-recognized-by-city-for-saving-driver-in-car-crash/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468512/avon-resident-recognized-by-city-for-saving-driver-in-car-crash/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:16:16 -0500 Avon resident Michael Beltz was awarded with a proclamation from city for saving driver in car crash at Monday's council meeting. Avon resident Michael Beltz was awarded with a proclamation from city for saving driver in car crash at Monday's council meeting. Gabrielle Monk 2026-06-09T04:16:16.5730000Z 5 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468507/three-elyria-residents-convicted-of-significant-child-abuse-get-prison-terms/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468507/three-elyria-residents-convicted-of-significant-child-abuse-get-prison-terms/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:30:00 -0500 Joseph Simmons listens as his attorney, Catherine Meehan, speaks to Lorain County Common Pleas Judge Melissa Kobasher on Monday, June 8. Joseph Simmons was sentenced to life in prison without parole for raping and abusing children. Joseph Simmons listens as his attorney, Catherine Meehan, speaks to Lorain County Common Pleas Judge Melissa Kobasher on Monday, June 8. Joseph Simmons was sentenced to life in prison without parole for raping and abusing children. DAVE O'BRIEN/CHRONICLE Susan Simmons cries as she speaks to Lorain County Common Pleas Judge Melissa Kobasher on Monday, June 8. Susan Simmons was sentenced to 29-to-34 years in prison for abusing two young children. Susan Simmons cries as she speaks to Lorain County Common Pleas Judge Melissa Kobasher on Monday, June 8. Susan Simmons was sentenced to 29-to-34 years in prison for abusing two young children. DAVE O'BRIEN/CHRONICLE Savanna Jones makes a pained expression as Lorain County Common Pleas Judge Melissa Kobasher hands down a sentence of 22-to-27 years in prison for child abuse on Monday, June 8. Savanna Jones makes a pained expression as Lorain County Common Pleas Judge Melissa Kobasher hands down a sentence of 22-to-27 years in prison for child abuse on Monday, June 8. DAVE O'BRIEN/CHRONICLE Assistant Lorain County Prosecutor Tina Kishman, stsanding at left, speaks to Common Pleas Judge Melissa Kobasher on Monday June 8 at the sentencing hearings of Joseph Simmons, Susan Simmons and Savanna Jones. Seated at right is Assistant Prosecutor Mark Koza. Assistant Lorain County Prosecutor Tina Kishman, stsanding at left, speaks to Common Pleas Judge Melissa Kobasher on Monday June 8 at the sentencing hearings of Joseph Simmons, Susan Simmons and Savanna Jones. Seated at right is Assistant Prosecutor Mark Koza. DAVE O'BRIEN/CHRONICLE 2026-06-09T01:29:10.9530000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468511/committee-splits-on-chestnut-ridge-commercial-rezoning-measure-still-moves-to-elyria-council/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468511/committee-splits-on-chestnut-ridge-commercial-rezoning-measure-still-moves-to-elyria-council/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:57:00 -0500 This parcel at the intersection of State Route 57 and Chestnut Ridge Road will be considered by Elyria council for rezoning. This parcel at the intersection of State Route 57 and Chestnut Ridge Road will be considered by Elyria council for rezoning. BRUCE BISHOP / CHRONICLE 2026-06-09T04:05:13.7000000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468510/elyria-police-write-80-work-zone-speeding-tickets-in-four-days/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468510/elyria-police-write-80-work-zone-speeding-tickets-in-four-days/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:45:00 -0500 2026-06-09T01:37:37.5700000Z 5 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468503/remembering-and-honoring-school-resource-officer-billie-neadham/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468503/remembering-and-honoring-school-resource-officer-billie-neadham/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:57:00 -0500 Members of Billie Neadhams family traveled from Tennessee and Virginia to attend Monday mornings memorial bench dedication at Safety Town in Oberlin. Members of Billie Neadhams family traveled from Tennessee and Virginia to attend Monday mornings memorial bench dedication at Safety Town in Oberlin. CONNOR BALL / CHRONICLE A memorial bench honoring former School Resource Officer Billie Neadham was unveiled Monday morning at Safety Town outside Oberlin Elementary School. A memorial bench honoring former School Resource Officer Billie Neadham was unveiled Monday morning at Safety Town outside Oberlin Elementary School. CONNOR BALL / CHRONICLE 2026-06-09T01:34:53.8700000Z 5 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468501/lorain-seeks-public-input-in-historic-preservation-efforts/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468501/lorain-seeks-public-input-in-historic-preservation-efforts/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:52:00 -0500 2026-06-09T00:05:31.2130000Z 5 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468499/big-boy-no-4014-draws-crowds-to-lorain-during-america250-tour/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468499/big-boy-no-4014-draws-crowds-to-lorain-during-america250-tour/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:34:00 -0500 The 1.2 million pound Union Pacific steam locomotive named Big Boy came through Lorain today as they take the train across America to celebrate the 250th birthday of the nation. The 1.2 million pound Union Pacific steam locomotive named Big Boy came through Lorain today as they take the train across America to celebrate the 250th birthday of the nation. BRUCE BISHOP/CHRONICLE Photo Credit Summer BeelerThe Big Boy entrering the western part of Lorain County. Photo Credit Summer BeelerThe Big Boy entrering the western part of Lorain County. Summer Beeler Photo Credit Anita Schulz/Anita Louise PhotographyAnthony and Selina Nicol Came home to Lorain from North Dakota to be married and have their pictures done with this Union Pacific train. Police let them take a quick picture while the train was stopped in Lorain. Photo Credit Anita Schulz/Anita Louise PhotographyAnthony and Selina Nicol Came home to Lorain from North Dakota to be married and have their pictures done with this Union Pacific train. Police let them take a quick picture while the train was stopped in Lorain. Anita Schulz/Anita Louise Photography The engineer watches as he pulls the 1.million pound train away from the short visit to Lorain. The engineer watches as he pulls the 1.million pound train away from the short visit to Lorain. BRUCE BISHOP/CHRONICLE Union Pacifics Big Boy No. 4014 arrived in Lorain Monday morning during a whistle stop as part of its America250 tour. Union Pacifics Big Boy No. 4014 arrived in Lorain Monday morning during a whistle stop as part of its America250 tour. Connor Ball 2026-06-09T03:09:53.7700000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468271/food-distribution-around-lorain-county/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468271/food-distribution-around-lorain-county/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0500 2026-06-08T00:04:01.1600000Z 5 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468277/fundraisers-around-lorain-county/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468277/fundraisers-around-lorain-county/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:30:00 -0500 2026-06-08T00:00:32.9370000Z 5 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468455/lcccs-theater-department-upping-ante-with-the-secret-garden-production/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468455/lcccs-theater-department-upping-ante-with-the-secret-garden-production/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:04:00 -0500 The Secret Garden at Lorain County Community Colleges Hoke Theatre. (Courtesy of Lorain County Community College) The Secret Garden at Lorain County Community Colleges Hoke Theatre. (Courtesy of Lorain County Community College) Courtesy of Lorain County Community College 2026-06-11T00:22:54.1600000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468454/elyria-arts-council-once-again-presenting-work-of-local-artist-kenneth-w-smith/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468454/elyria-arts-council-once-again-presenting-work-of-local-artist-kenneth-w-smith/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:02:00 -0500 Elyria Arts Council (EAC) is hosting an exhibit around the art of Ken Smith. (Courtesy of Elyria Arts Council) Elyria Arts Council (EAC) is hosting an exhibit around the art of Ken Smith. (Courtesy of Elyria Arts Council) Courtesy of Elyria Arts Council Elyria Arts Council (EAC) is hosting an exhibit around the art of Ken Smith. (Courtesy of Elyria Arts Council) Elyria Arts Council (EAC) is hosting an exhibit around the art of Ken Smith. (Courtesy of Elyria Arts Council) Courtesy of Elyria Arts Council Elyria Arts Council (EAC) is hosting an exhibit around the art of Ken Smith. (Courtesy of Elyria Arts Council) Elyria Arts Council (EAC) is hosting an exhibit around the art of Ken Smith. (Courtesy of Elyria Arts Council) Courtesy of Elyria Arts Council 2026-06-11T00:19:49.4770000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468453/rising-lorain-rapper-7even3times-boasts-scars-silence-survival/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468453/rising-lorain-rapper-7even3times-boasts-scars-silence-survival/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0500 Lorain-based rapper 7EVEN3TIMES. (Courtesy of Matthew Hrpcha) Lorain-based rapper 7EVEN3TIMES. (Courtesy of Matthew Hrpcha) Courtesy of Matthew Hrpcha 2026-06-11T00:16:17.5470000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468452/did-you-hear-dave-chappelle-kehlani-and-bryson-tiller/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468452/did-you-hear-dave-chappelle-kehlani-and-bryson-tiller/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:57:00 -0500 Dave Chappelle. (Courtesy of LiveNation) Dave Chappelle. (Courtesy of LiveNation) Courtesy of LiveNation 2026-06-09T23:08:04.8600000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468451/game-on-video-game-symphony-ready-to-perform-at-playhouse-square/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468451/game-on-video-game-symphony-ready-to-perform-at-playhouse-square/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:56:00 -0500 Video Game Symphony at Severance Music Center. (Courtesy of Video Game Symphony) Video Game Symphony at Severance Music Center. (Courtesy of Video Game Symphony) Courtesy of Video Game Symphony Video Game Symphony at Severance Music Center. (Courtesy of Video Game Symphony) Video Game Symphony at Severance Music Center. (Courtesy of Video Game Symphony) Courtesy of Video Game Symphony Video Game Symphony at Severance Music Center. (Courtesy of Video Game Symphony) Video Game Symphony at Severance Music Center. (Courtesy of Video Game Symphony) Courtesy of Video Game Symphony 2026-06-11T00:24:53.7270000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468430/lorain-lands-spot-on-list-of-best-managed-cities-in-ohio/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468430/lorain-lands-spot-on-list-of-best-managed-cities-in-ohio/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0500 The Lorain script sign in downtown can be seen as vehicle pass over the Charles Berry Bascule Bridge. The Lorain script sign in downtown can be seen as vehicle pass over the Charles Berry Bascule Bridge. Garrett Looker 2026-06-09T03:04:48.9900000Z 5 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468428/crushers-partner-with-youth-adaptive-baseball-league/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468428/crushers-partner-with-youth-adaptive-baseball-league/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0500 A Lake Erie Crushers player helps 5-year-old Niquel Q Smalcer as he gets ready to hit the ball. A Lake Erie Crushers player helps 5-year-old Niquel Q Smalcer as he gets ready to hit the ball. Garrett Looker Lake Erie Crushers players join members of the Sheffield-Sheffield Lake Youth Baseball Association Adapted League Sunday afternoon as they help them practice. Lake Erie Crushers players join members of the Sheffield-Sheffield Lake Youth Baseball Association Adapted League Sunday afternoon as they help them practice. Garrett Looker 2026-06-09T02:59:25.1700000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468387/elyria-police-to-offer-free-steering-wheel-locks-amid-increased-vehicle-thefts/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468387/elyria-police-to-offer-free-steering-wheel-locks-amid-increased-vehicle-thefts/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0500 2026-06-07T23:56:14.2270000Z 6 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468386/vehicle-crash-causes-power-outage-road-closure-in-avon-lake/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468386/vehicle-crash-causes-power-outage-road-closure-in-avon-lake/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0500 2026-06-08T21:33:36.1200000Z 5 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468384/aaron-knapp-sustains-potentially-serious-injuries-in-saturday-morning-motorcycle-crash/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468384/aaron-knapp-sustains-potentially-serious-injuries-in-saturday-morning-motorcycle-crash/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0500 Former Lorain Council candidate Aaron Knapp appears in court Tuesday for a hearing where Lorain Councilwoman Victoria Kempton was asking for a protection order against Knapp. The case was continued so Knapp could find an attorney. Former Lorain Council candidate Aaron Knapp appears in court Tuesday for a hearing where Lorain Councilwoman Victoria Kempton was asking for a protection order against Knapp. The case was continued so Knapp could find an attorney. BRUCE BISHOP / CHRONICLE Aaron Knapp in a May 8, 2026, booking photo from the Lorain County Jail. Aaron Knapp in a May 8, 2026, booking photo from the Lorain County Jail. Provided 2026-06-08T00:59:14.4630000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468356/sheffield-lake-police-provide-fishing-poles-to-kids/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468356/sheffield-lake-police-provide-fishing-poles-to-kids/ Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0500 A Sheffield Lake police officer helps parents and kids fish during the city's "Cops and Bobbers" event on Saturday, June 6. A Sheffield Lake police officer helps parents and kids fish during the city's "Cops and Bobbers" event on Saturday, June 6. Provided photo A deputy from the Lorain County Sheriff's Office shows a young girl how to fish on the shore of Sheffield Lake during the city's "Cops and Bobbers" event on Saturday, June 6. A deputy from the Lorain County Sheriff's Office shows a young girl how to fish on the shore of Sheffield Lake during the city's "Cops and Bobbers" event on Saturday, June 6. Provided photo 2026-06-07T14:22:04.3430000Z 5 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468355/now-you-know-who-to-call-elyria-man-seeks-ghostbusters-memorabilia-world-record/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468355/now-you-know-who-to-call-elyria-man-seeks-ghostbusters-memorabilia-world-record/ Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0500 Robert O'Connor, of Elyria, stands with a few of the well over 2,000 items in his once -- and hopefully future -- world record setting Ghostbusters memorabilia collection. Saturday, June 6. Robert O'Connor, of Elyria, stands with a few of the well over 2,000 items in his once -- and hopefully future -- world record setting Ghostbusters memorabilia collection. Saturday, June 6. OWEN MACMILLAN/CHRONICLE Alyssa Cardina sorts through Robert O'Connor's collection of Ghostbusters memorabilia on camera for his submission to the Guinness Book of World Records on Saturday, June 6. Alyssa Cardina sorts through Robert O'Connor's collection of Ghostbusters memorabilia on camera for his submission to the Guinness Book of World Records on Saturday, June 6. OWEN MACMILLAN/CHRONICLE The original Stay Puff't Marshmallow Man plushie that began Robert O'Connor's massive Ghostbusters memorabilia collection. Saturday, June 6. The original Stay Puff't Marshmallow Man plushie that began Robert O'Connor's massive Ghostbusters memorabilia collection. Saturday, June 6. OWEN MACMILLAN/CHRONICLE Just a few of the thousands of meticulously organized pieces of Ghostbusters memorabilia that make up his potentially record-setting collection. Saturday, June 6. Just a few of the thousands of meticulously organized pieces of Ghostbusters memorabilia that make up his potentially record-setting collection. Saturday, June 6. OWEN MACMILLAN/CHRONICLE 2026-06-09T01:10:57.7900000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468353/chestnut-ridge-retail-development-returns-to-council/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468353/chestnut-ridge-retail-development-returns-to-council/ Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0500 A drawing shows the layout and traffic flow of the retail development on Chestnut Ridge Road in Elyria proposed by Luv Retail. A drawing shows the layout and traffic flow of the retail development on Chestnut Ridge Road in Elyria proposed by Luv Retail. Provided photo 2026-06-06T23:51:19.4800000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468338/commissioners-ok-trash-hauler-waivers-supporters-say-increase-competition-and-lower-prices/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468338/commissioners-ok-trash-hauler-waivers-supporters-say-increase-competition-and-lower-prices/ Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0500 The Chronicle-Telegram 2026-06-07T14:38:11.9670000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468269/henry-patterson-took-to-the-streets-during-pandemic-and-never-stopped/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468269/henry-patterson-took-to-the-streets-during-pandemic-and-never-stopped/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:00:00 -0500 Henry Patterson started running during the pandemic shutdown. he hasn't stopped and has run every day since then. Henry Patterson started running during the pandemic shutdown. he hasn't stopped and has run every day since then. Jantz Photography He runs each morning along West Erie Avenue in Lorain. He runs each morning along West Erie Avenue in Lorain. Jantz Photography He's run in all kinds of weather -- finishing one run with this frozen look. He's run in all kinds of weather -- finishing one run with this frozen look. Jantz Photography Henry Patterson started entering marathons at the encouragement of late colleague at LCCC. Henry Patterson started entering marathons at the encouragement of late colleague at LCCC. Jantz Photography Henry Patterson finishes the Cleveland Half Marathon race on Lakeside Ave. in 2010. Henry Patterson finishes the Cleveland Half Marathon race on Lakeside Ave. in 2010. STEVE MANHEIM / CHRONICLE FILE Henry Patterson finishes the Cleveland Half Marathon race on Lakeside Ave. in 2010. Henry Patterson finishes the Cleveland Half Marathon race on Lakeside Ave. in 2010. STEVE MANHEIM / CHRONICLE FILE henry Patterson is shown training to run in the Rite-Aid Marathon in 2010. henry Patterson is shown training to run in the Rite-Aid Marathon in 2010. STEVE MANHEIM / CHRONICLE FILE Henry Patterson, of Lorain, throws a pass for Team Bradley, in the inaugural Clambake Bowl by the Lorain County Bar Association, at Tom's Country Place in Avon on Sept. 29, 2011. Team Bradley beat Team Duff by a score of 59-51. Henry Patterson, of Lorain, throws a pass for Team Bradley, in the inaugural Clambake Bowl by the Lorain County Bar Association, at Tom's Country Place in Avon on Sept. 29, 2011. Team Bradley beat Team Duff by a score of 59-51. STEVE MANHEIM / CHRONICLE FILE 2026-06-06T01:37:37.5100000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468084/every-weekend-574-miles-logged-to-serve-as-director-of-music-in-elyria-church/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468084/every-weekend-574-miles-logged-to-serve-as-director-of-music-in-elyria-church/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:00:00 -0500 Dylan Sanzenbacher, organist and director of music. Dylan started as the church's organist in 2016, as he studied music education at Baldwin Wallace. Though he continued his education through grad/doctoral program in Rochester NY, he continued with the church, commuting every weekend through his graduation two weeks ago. He's now living in Vermilion and on staff at the church. Dylan Sanzenbacher, organist and director of music. Dylan started as the church's organist in 2016, as he studied music education at Baldwin Wallace. Though he continued his education through grad/doctoral program in Rochester NY, he continued with the church, commuting every weekend through his graduation two weeks ago. He's now living in Vermilion and on staff at the church. Dylan Sanzenbacher, organist and director of music. Dylan started as the church's organist in 2016, as he studied music education at Baldwin Wallace. Though he continued his education through grad/doctoral program in Rochester NY, he continued with the church, commuting every weekend through his graduation two weeks ago. He's now living in Vermilion and on staff at the church. Dylan Sanzenbacher, organist and director of music. Dylan started as the church's organist in 2016, as he studied music education at Baldwin Wallace. Though he continued his education through grad/doctoral program in Rochester NY, he continued with the church, commuting every weekend through his graduation two weeks ago. He's now living in Vermilion and on staff at the church. 2026-06-06T03:02:16.8570000Z 1 C https://chroniclet.com/news/467044/community-calendar-for-june-6/ https://chroniclet.com/news/467044/community-calendar-for-june-6/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:00:00 -0500 An Oberlin Elementary School paraprofessional dressed in clothing similar to that worn in the mid-1830s helps a student with a math problem using slate and chalk. The district's third-graders visited the Historic Little Red Schoolhouse at the Oberlin Heritage Center and got to seek what life was like in the mid-1830s. An Oberlin Elementary School paraprofessional dressed in clothing similar to that worn in the mid-1830s helps a student with a math problem using slate and chalk. The district's third-graders visited the Historic Little Red Schoolhouse at the Oberlin Heritage Center and got to seek what life was like in the mid-1830s. Photo provided by Oberlin Schools An OES student uses slate and chalk to work on a math problem on the schools visit to the Little Red Schoolhouse. An OES student uses slate and chalk to work on a math problem on the schools visit to the Little Red Schoolhouse. Photo provided by Oberlin Schools 2026-06-05T20:55:15.3370000Z 7 D https://chroniclet.com/news/468331/rockin-on-the-river-kicks-off-new-stage-2026-season/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468331/rockin-on-the-river-kicks-off-new-stage-2026-season/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:27:00 -0500 Members of hair rock cover band 1988 play the inaugural show of the 2026 Rockin' on the River concert series in Lorain's newly renovated Black River Landing on Friday, June 5. Members of hair rock cover band 1988 play the inaugural show of the 2026 Rockin' on the River concert series in Lorain's newly renovated Black River Landing on Friday, June 5. OWEN MACMILLAN/CHRONICLE Members of hair rock cover band 1988 play the inaugural show of the 2026 Rockin' on the River concert series in Lorain's newly renovated Black River Landing on Friday, June 5. Members of hair rock cover band 1988 play the inaugural show of the 2026 Rockin' on the River concert series in Lorain's newly renovated Black River Landing on Friday, June 5. OWEN MACMILLAN/CHRONICLE Members of hair rock cover band 1988 play the inaugural show of the 2026 Rockin' on the River concert series in Lorain's newly renovated Black River Landing on Friday, June 5. Members of hair rock cover band 1988 play the inaugural show of the 2026 Rockin' on the River concert series in Lorain's newly renovated Black River Landing on Friday, June 5. OWEN MACMILLAN/CHRONICLE 2026-06-06T01:17:40.2670000Z 1 A https://chroniclet.com/news/468329/losers-turn-winners-in-freak-the-mighty-and-speech-debate/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468329/losers-turn-winners-in-freak-the-mighty-and-speech-debate/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:13:00 -0500 Mary Coulter stars as a frustrated high school musical star in the Beck Center for the Arts production of Speech & Debate, continuing through June 28. Mary Coulter stars as a frustrated high school musical star in the Beck Center for the Arts production of Speech & Debate, continuing through June 28. PHOTO PROVIDED Cornelius Kittrell as Kevin "Freak" Avery and Netza Jimenez as Maxwell Kane join the company of Cleveland Play House's production of "Freak The Mighty," continuing at the Allen Theatre in Playhouse Square through June 21. Cornelius Kittrell as Kevin "Freak" Avery and Netza Jimenez as Maxwell Kane join the company of Cleveland Play House's production of "Freak The Mighty," continuing at the Allen Theatre in Playhouse Square through June 21. PHOTO PROVIDED Cornelius Kittrell as Kevin "Freak" Avery and Netza Jimenez as Maxwell Kane join the company of Cleveland Play House's production of "Freak The Mighty," continuing at the Allen Theatre in Playhouse Square through June 21. Cornelius Kittrell as Kevin "Freak" Avery and Netza Jimenez as Maxwell Kane join the company of Cleveland Play House's production of "Freak The Mighty," continuing at the Allen Theatre in Playhouse Square through June 21. PHOTO PROVIDED 2026-06-11T00:30:05.1130000Z https://chroniclet.com/news/468315/brett-bangas-selected-as-wellington-police-chief-brings-three-decades-of-law-enforcement-experience/ https://chroniclet.com/news/468315/brett-bangas-selected-as-wellington-police-chief-brings-three-decades-of-law-enforcement-experience/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:14:00 -0500 Brett Bangas was unanimously approved by Wellington Village Council on Friday to serve as the next police chief. Bangas brings more than 30 years of law enforcement experience. Brett Bangas was unanimously approved by Wellington Village Council on Friday to serve as the next police chief. Bangas brings more than 30 years of law enforcement experience. 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