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Home Run · LorainJack Harris belted a solo home run in the second, but the Crushers fell, 4-2, at Washington to the host Wild Things on July 25. Jarrod Watkins tripled, walked and scored a run on a wild pitch for Lake Erie (38-25). Cal Carver was solid in relief, going two shutout innings and striking out five. The Crushers will head to Evansville to begin a weekend series at 7:35 p.m. July 26.See the Story
Crushers fall, 4-2, at Washington
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Lorain · LorainStephanie Matus and Simone Christian want the city of Elyria to become a destination for both food and shopping. On July 26, the two Elyria business owners will take one of the first steps in making the city a popular lunchtime spot. As the owners of Vintage Vibes, 51 East Ave., and Plantaria, 53 East Ave., they are working together to make downtown Elyria a retail hotspot for locals and visitors. The product of their efforts, a monthly Food Tru…See the Story
Two Elyria businesses teaming to launch Food Truck Fridays
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Lorain · LorainAmherst Public Library, 221 Spring St., will host the 20th annual Community Scavenger Hunt beginning Aug. 1 for people of all ages. Throughout August, based on the entry form, participants will have the opportunity to explore for clues at different businesses in downtown Amherst, according to Nancy Tomek, youth services manager at the Amherst Public Library. This year’s theme for the scavenger hunt is “Adventure Awaits,” which is based off of th…See the Story
Amherst Public Library to host 20th annual Community Scavenger Hunt starting Aug. 1
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Basketball · LorainLake Ridge has tapped a familiar face to lead its boys basketball program. After spending seven years on the Royals’ coaching staff and departing for one, Michael Neville has returned as the new head coach. Neville has always dreamed of being a head coach, and it just so happens his new home isn’t very new at all. “I’m extremely excited,” Neville said. “Being able to come back, it’s a great opportunity. I enjoyed all my time at Lake Ridge, and w…See the Story
Lake Ridge boys basketball: Michael Neville hired as head coach
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Lorain · LorainAvon Lake wide receiver Aidan Stewart always had natural talents as an athlete. Now, he is able to show it on the football field. After spending crucial developmental years in Australia, he had to learn football from scratch at a later age. Despite the steep learning curve, the junior wide receiver is anticipated to become an impact player in the Shoremen’s passing system. “(Stewart’s) potential is sky-high. He is going to do huge things, and he…See the Story
Avon Lake football: Former Australian resident Aidan Stewart set to make waves at wide receiver
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Red Cross · LorainLorain firefighters extinguished two blazes July 24, one of which claimed the life of a resident, and displaced 12 people. Just after midnight, firefighters were called to the Pinebrook Apartment complex, located at 1243 Shaffer Drive, according to Lorain Fire Department Lt. Ben Weber and the American Red Cross. The fire was extinguished and most of the residents were safely evacuated, Weber said. However, Sherri Bennett, 53, lost her life as he…See the Story
Fire claims life of Lorain woman, displaces 12 people
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Elyria · ElyriaChase Farris, executive director of Save Our Children, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting at-risk youth in his hometown of Elyria, has joined the Good Knights Board of Directors, according to a news release. Chase Farris (Submitted) Farris will hold a three-year term on the board, according to the release. He also is the head football coach for Elyria Catholic High School. “Our children, I’ve seen the difference we can make together,” Farris sa…See the Story
Chase Farris joins Good Knights of Lorain County Board of Directors
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Lorain · LorainThe visiting Crushers’ offense couldn’t keep pace on July 24 at Washington in a 5-1 loss. The loss was a costly one for Lake Erie, which fell to 38-24 and 2.5 games back of the first-place Wild Things (40-21) in the Frontier League’s West Division. A four-run inning by the Wild Things was the difference on this night. Caleb McNeely was the hitting star for Washington with two home runs and four RBI. Brandon McIlwaine also hit a homer for Washing…See the Story
Crushers lose at Washington, 5-1
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