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Please limit fireworks use in consideration of those whose PTSD, autism makes it painful
Consider using your fireworks only from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, June 29, and 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Thursday, July 4. This will allow others to know when to protect themselves from the pain. Have a happy and safe Fourth of July, writes Sam Lapin of Willowick in a letter to the editor.
Those concise but pithy letters to the editor are my favorite part of the paper
We hear the purr of professional scribes on electronic devices and in other ways. Consequently, these laconic commentaries from fellow readers are all the more welcome, writes William Dauenhauer of Willowick in a letter to the editor.
Donald Trump’s opinions resonate with many Americans, that much is clear
Mr. Trump does indeed trump the various scientific communities worldwide in his opinionated utterances, both numerous and self-centered. Rejoice, dear fellow taxpayers, that such a Prince Charming condescends to once more perhaps be our august leader, writes William Dauenhauer of Willowick in a letter to the editor.
Eco-optimistic technological advances to aid the planet’s health
The numerous wildfires in this country may be counteracted through solar-powered sensors that detect small fires before they expand to conflagrations. There’s even the knowhow to turn window glass into clear solar collectors, both absorbing sunlight and innocent of toxic pollutions. Such innovations impel eco-optimism, writes William Dauenhauer of Willowick in a letter to the editor.
Two old men for president? The Bible reminds us to respect those of ‘hoary’ head.
Perhaps age isn’t wholly a negative condition for leadership. Instead, it could connote tested understanding, writes William Dauenhauer of Willowick in a letter to the editor.
Mentor man killed in Willoughby motorcycle crash
Witnesses told police that a 2008 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling westbound on Vine Street when it struck the curb.
Let’s lift our sights to the stars, or at least to colonizing Mars
Shakespeare’s Danish prince Hamlet was right in what he said to his old friend, Horatio: “There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy,” writes William Dauenhauer of Willowick in a letter to the editor.
Willoughby police identify man found dead in embankment near restaurant last week
The cause of death is still being investigated, police said.
Bill would disrupt too-cozy system for picking Ohio’s utility regulators: Thomas Suddes
As it is, the utility lobbies are vast and relentless. There are at least 70 Statehouse lobbyists registered for gas, electric and telephone companies that do business in Ohio, with electric utilities fielding the most. What a surprise, writes Thomas Suddes in his column today.
Suspect in fatal shootings in Euclid, Cleveland arrested by federal authorities
Lavadus Morris, 20, is accused of killing Terez Avery, 29, of Canton, and Ty’Wan Johnson, 20, of Willowick.
Male pedestrian dies in hit-and-run in Lake County
Willowick police are searching for the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run.
Christmas music can bring joy - and pain: Sam Lapin
Customize your holiday listening experience. If Christmas music brings you joy, indulge yourself while being thoughtful of others. If the best you can hope for with Christmas is to make it through, adapt to meet your needs, writes guest columnist Sam Lapin, who lives in Willowick with his three cats, two children, and one wife. He teaches communication courses and Boot Camp for New Dads.