Archive for November, 2009
Big game blues? Is OSU-Michigan just another game this year?
COLUMBUS — For years, the annual showdown between rivals Ohio State and Michigan has been called “The Game.” Maybe this year it should be referred to as The “Just Another” Game. No. 9 Ohio State (9-2, 6-1) has already assured itself of its first spot in the Rose Bowl in 13 years after clinching at [...]
College notes: Locals hoist Heidelberg
Heidelberg University’s volleyball season came to an end Thursday afternoon with a four-set loss (22-25, 25-23, 24-26, 23-25) to North Central (35-4) in the first round of the NCAA Division III Tournament, but there were a lot of positives to build on for next year and beyond. Under the direction of Ohio Athletic Conference Coach [...]
Toy drive strikes gold: Collector lets beloved Star Wars toys go up for auction
ELYRIA — It’s been a year since Adam Shields walked into The Chronicle-Telegram just days before Christmas with his massive “Star Wars” collection in tow. The figurines, both big and small, were packed in boxes — several boxes. There was Han Solo, Darth Vader, Princess Leia and Luke Skywalker. Some were from the late 1970s, [...]
Chronicle’s Not-Forgotten Box drive kicks off
Maybe you’re not a collector, stockpiling Barbies in the basement, but your donations to The Not-Forgotten Box are just as needed and appreciated this year. Starting today through Dec. 18, donations of new and unwrapped toys for boys and girls, ages infant through 14, will be accepted 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday [...]
Cat found alive after house fire
ELYRIA — One of the cats presumed dead after Thursday’s fire at 114 Highland Court was found safe and sound. Taz, an orange tabby, was missing after the Thursday evening fire that seriously damaged the first floor of Yolanda Panter’s home. After the Fire Department gave the family clearance to enter the house Friday evening, [...]
Woman shot in leg after birthday party
LORAIN — A Lorain woman was shot in the leg in the aftermath of a fight following the end of a birthday party early Sunday morning. According to Lorain police, Keeva Long, 34, of Lorain, was flown to St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo after the shooting, which occurred shortly before 1:50 a.m. on [...]
Salvation Army puts its kettles online
ELYRIA — Putting money into a Salvation Army kettle outside a grocery store is so last century. A new and improved way to ensure children have a very merry Christmas this year is available online at www.onlineredkettle.org where you can donate to any Salvation Army in the country or create your own virtual red kettle [...]
New Route 57 lights on — some of them, anyway
The new lights on state Route 57 in Elyria are finally on — some of them, anyway. These lights near Chestnut Ridge Road were on this weekend, but others weren’t. Mayor Bill Grace said the lights will be turned on as soon as Ohio Edison hooks them up.
Johnson closes in on NASCAR title with commanding win
AVONDALE, Ariz. — Jimmie Johnson won’t plan any parties this week, or waste a minute pondering his place in NASCAR history. Instead, he’ll spend this next week mentally running laps around Homestead-Miami Speedway. Johnson’s win at Phoenix International Raceway on Sunday moved him one step closer to a record fourth consecutive championship, which can be [...]
Police log for Nov. 16, 2009
Lorain police Friday, Nov. 13 10:31 p.m. – 2900 block Elyria Ave., Freddie Stafford, 33, of Elyria, charged with DUI, refusal to provide a breath sample, reckless operation, driving under suspension, failure to comply with police, marked lanes violation, failure to provide identifying information, resisting arrest and three counts of obstructing official business. Jason Smith, [...]
New diner to open soon in Elyria
Tim Dove, husband of Donna Dove, was painting window trim Sunday at what will be the new Donna’s Diner at Second Street and Middle Avenue in the former Pulse Cafe. The couple hopes to open the diner on Dec. 1.
Church responds to bishop’s decree
EATON TWP. — Holy Love Ministries, the Eaton Township site where Maureen Sweeney Kyle and her husband, Don Kyle, operate an ecumenical ministry and pilgrimage site, has received a harsh rebuke from the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland. Bishop Richard Lennon, in a letter and decree released Nov. 11, declared Sweeney Kyle’s visions to be “not [...]
Gunman robs couple visiting Lorain home
LORAIN — Two relatives arriving from Michigan to visit a Lorain woman ended up walking into a robbery in progress and were threatened with a gun and robbed. One of the victims was also shoved down and kicked in the mouth. According to Lorain police reports, the pair — an 18-year-old man and a 20-year-old [...]
Avon man charged with DUI, aggravated vehicular assault
LORAIN — An Avon man is facing several charges, including DUI, after an accident Saturday evening that injured two people, one of whom was taken to a Cleveland hospital. Russell Kraly, 29, of Avon, is charged with DUI and aggravated vehicular assault in the crash that happened at 7:26 p.m. at Cooper Foster Park and [...]
Milestones for 11/15/2009
25th Anniversary – Kurowski 80th Birthday – McClurg Wedding – Bukovac Engagement – Dominak-Sedivec Engagement – Dominguez-Hecht Wedding – Garrah Engagement – Hibbs-Rollin Engagement – Jankowski Wedding – Saad Wedding – Taylor
The Dash Between: Marilyn Exline lived to help others smile
Marilyn Exline’s alter ego, Miss Happy the Clown, gave demonstrations in the art of balloon inflation to youngsters in the 1970s. The Grafton resident, who died Nov. 2 at age 69, followed the old-fashioned directive adopted by most clowns. Press a balloon to your painted oversized lips, and blow. Her rainbow-colored, flower-bedecked costume, curly wig [...]
Pacquiao stops Cotto in 12th, wins seventh title in seventh weight class
LAS VEGAS – Manny Pacquiao’s speed and power were way too much for Miguel Cotto’s heart. Pacquiao put on yet another dominating performance Saturday night, knocking down Cotto twice and turning his face into a bloody mess before finally stopping him at 55 seconds of the 12th round. The Filipino star used his blazing speed [...]
It’s all roses for the Buckeyes: Ohio State going back to Rose Bowl after OT win over Iowa
COLUMBUS – The oldest of the Buckeyes sent Ohio State back to the Granddaddy of all bowls. Devin Barclay, a 26-year-old former pro soccer player, kicked a 39-yard field goal in overtime to give No. 10 Ohio State a 27-24 victory Saturday over No. 15 Iowa and send the Buckeyes to the Rose Bowl for [...]
Shaun Bennett: Pro soccer’s loss is Ohio State’s gain
Devin Barclay nervously chewed on a fingernail while he watched the heroics of Ohio State’s defenders. Shutdown coverage by the secondary forced an incomplete pass. Linebacker Austin Spitler met Iowa’s running back in the backfield for a 6-yard loss. Defensive tackle Doug Worthington followed with a sack for a 10-yard loss and free safety Anderson [...]
Utah ignores, Hickson soars: Cavs forward has another career night in win over Jazz
CLEVELAND – J.J. Hickson has earned the respect of Cavaliers coach Mike Brown, superstar LeBron James and the rest of his Cleveland teammates. Twenty-nine other teams apparently are not yet convinced. Hickson set a career scoring high for the second straight game Saturday night, pouring in 20 points as the Cavaliers squeaked by the shorthanded [...]
Bye has been good to Mangini in past
BEREA – The bye week was supposed to provide an opportunity to review the futile first eight games, prioritize the plethora of problems and make the corresponding corrections. Instead, the week off allowed more time for distractions. General manager George Kokinis was dismissed, owner Randy Lerner began a stealth search for a top football executive, [...]
Elyria city layoff notices coming Monday
ELYRIA – Many city workers will learn Monday whether they still will have jobs next year. It has been nearly two weeks since voters overwhelmingly rejected an attempt by the city to raise the income tax rate by 0.5 percent, and Mayor Bill Grace said he will be ready to unveil his plan on how [...]
’Twas a month and a half before Christmas …
ELYRIA – More than 100 children of all ages gathered Saturday afternoon to welcome Santa Claus to Midway Mall as he rode in on an Elyria fire truck. The children then followed Santa to his special village in the mall, where he read them a story and then spent the rest of the day listening [...]
Hundreds of drama club alums return to EHS
ELYRIA – An estimated 500 former members of Elyria High Schools drama clubs of years gone by descended on the city from around the world Saturday to stroll down memory lane and see the school’s production of “Almost Maine.” Nancy McClements, of Madison, Wis., was a behind-the-scenes member. She graduated in 1972 but flew in [...]
ROUNDUP: Nov. 15, 2009
Report: Lorain woman mugged in her own garage LORAIN – A Lorain woman was mugged inside her garage Friday, according to a police report. The 28-year-old woman had just finished shopping at Apples around 5:30 p.m. and pulled into her detached garage in the 1200 block of West 37th Street. When she got out of [...]