New doggy day care, water park a hit with canine clientele
Kortney Seale has lost some clout with her 1-year-old pup, Zayla. The spunky little gal will do anything and everything to hang out with her newfound friends in one of the three pools at her new doggy day care. “They actually have her on a security camera last week showing her not wanting to leave,” said Ms. Seale,...
Trail camera captures “very rare” sighting of Ohio critter, animal experts say
Trail cameras in Ohio caught a glimpse of the elusive American badger, sightings of which are rare in the Buckeye State.
Ohio CPA requirements are shifting. Here’s the breakdown.
OHIO, USA — Starting Jan. 1, Ohio will lower the education requirements to become a Certified Public Accountant, a move aimed at addressing a statewide shortage of CPAs. Ohio House Bill 238 reduces the required college credit hours from 150 to 120 for candidates who complete two years of work experience....
Crews are fighting mulch fire in Perrysburg Township
Area fire crews have been fighting a mulch fire off North Dixie Highway near Reitz Road in Perrysburg Township. There are no known injuries, according to Perrysburg Township Fire Department. Reported around 5 a.m. Thursday, the fire at Renewed Outdoors LLC, a provider of bulk mulch, soil, compost, and stone at 23691...
‘It’s like an old friend’: Toledo Heights library closes its doors for good
TOLEDO, Ohio — The Toledo Heights Branch library's doors have been closed for the last time Wednesday night. The library announced changes in August, after dealing with financial issues. The branch has served the community since 1935. "We also wish our community well because it's a little bittersweet that...
Central Toledo home a total loss after Thursday morning fire
TOLEDO, Ohio — A house is a total loss after a Thursday morning fire in central Toledo, authorities told WTOL 11. Toledo Fire and Rescue crews responded to a fire in the 1800 block of Macomber Street around 3 a.m. Fire crews worked to battle the blaze, which they...
Body pulled from Maumee River identified by county coroner
The body of a man recovered Monday from the Maumee River has been identified by the county coroner’s office as 19-year-old Jeremiah Porchia. Mr. Porchia was reported missing Nov. 25 by Toledo police. He was last seen wearing an Ohio State sweatshirt, red sweatpants, and sandals. At the time, police said he could be...
Kroger launches program to provide discount on fruits and vegetables to customers receiving government...
TOLEDO, Ohio — Kroger launched on Monday a new program to provide a discount on fruits and vegetables, as well as half-off of its membership, to customers receiving various forms of government assistance. According to a press release from Kroger, customers who receive SNAP, WIC, Medicaid, National School Lunch...
Ohio and New York See Extreme 13.5-Foot Water Level Whiplash on Lake Erie as...
OHIO — A powerful wind-driven seiche on Lake Erie Monday created a massive 13.5-foot water level difference between Toledo, Ohio, and Buffalo, New York — one of the most dramatic Great Lakes level swings observed in recent years. The phenomenon caused water in western Lake Erie to drop 7.5 feet, while levels in...
Lake Erie seiche uncovers lost treasures in Michigan
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The National Weather Service in Buffalo said Lake Erie experienced a seiche after this week’s storm, causing water levels to rise up to eight feet in some areas. “Lake Erie is shallow, relative to the other ones, so it sort of works like a big bathtub,” said Michael Fries, meteorologist in […]
