Vehicular manslaughter charge filed against Lorain woman in fatal Vermilion moped crash
A vehicular manslaughter charge has been filed in connection with the Liberty Avenue crash that later claimed the life of a 20-year-old moped rider in Vermilion, according to court records. Mackenzie J. Price, 19, of Lorain, was charged on October 29, 2025, with one count of vehicular manslaughter, a second-degree Continue Reading
Amherst man’s OVI case bound over to grand jury following pedestrian crash
An Amherst man charged in connection with an alleged OVI-related crash that seriously injured a pedestrian and killed her dog appeared Friday in Oberlin Municipal Court, where the case was bound over to the Lorain County grand jury. Court records show Sean Bankston, 34, waived his right to a preliminary Continue Reading
Winter 2026 Programs and Events at Ritter Public Library
Ritter Public Library has released its Winter 2026 schedule of programs through its Connections newsletter. The lineup includes free events for children, teens and adults running throughout January and February, including storytimes, book discussions, creative workshops, educational programs and seasonal reading challenges. The information below is compiled from the library’s Continue Reading
Lorain man charged in nationwide DOJ child exploitation sweep
LORAIN — A Lorain man is among nearly 300 people arrested nationwide as part of a U.S. Department of Justice crackdown targeting online child sexual exploitation, according to a federal press release issued this week. Tevon J. Hunter, 30, of Lorain, was charged in the Northern District of Ohio following Continue Reading
OSHP: Woman killed in Lorain County crash
CARLISLE TOWNSHIP — An elderly woman died Friday afternoon following a two-vehicle crash in Carlisle Township, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Troopers said the crash occurred just before 1:30 p.m. along State Route 301. A preliminary investigation indicates the driver of a 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser pulled out Continue Reading
Ohio Bill Would Allow Pharmacists to Prescribe Some Medications Without Doctor Visit
Ohio lawmakers are considering a proposal that would allow pharmacists to prescribe and dispense certain medications without requiring patients to first see a physician. House Bill 629, known as the Pharmacist Prescribing Authority Act, would expand the scope of practice for licensed pharmacists in Ohio by permitting them to treat Continue Reading
Ohio Minimum Wage to Increase on Jan. 1, 2026
COLUMBUS — Ohio’s minimum wage will increase on January 1, 2026, following an annual inflation adjustment required under state law, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce. The minimum wage for non-tipped employees will rise to $11.00 per hour, up from $10.70 in 2025. The tipped minimum wage will increase Continue Reading
Santa visits Kingston of Vermilion on Christmas Eve
Santa Claus paid a visit to residents at Kingston Residence of Vermilion on Christmas Eve, bringing music, cookies and holiday cheer to the community’s common area. Vermilion resident Mark Dewey, dressed as Santa Claus, was joined by Sue Nugent, serving as Santa’s helper, as they visited with residents around 2 Continue Reading
Sailor Standouts: Vermilion’s Athletes of the Week
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Aiden Kyser – Senior Aiden Kyser is 19-0 three weeks into the varsity wrestling season, securing tournament championships within the 157 lb. weight class at Coventry our opening Continue Reading
A Major Tax Decision Is Being Considered for the Waterwood Resort Project
A proposed tax incentive tied to the Waterwood development at the former Brown Mansion site on Lake Road near Joppa Road is raising questions among local officials and residents. The plan involves a Tax Increment Financing agreement, often called a TIF, and has prompted differing views from Erie County officials, Continue Reading