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'A Light in the Harbor' Andrews' creation among 28 featured SANDUSKY -- The lighthouses of America's great coasts -- each unique in shape and distinctive decoration -- have become an icon of popular art. They evoke an era when the waterways represented adventure as well as commerce, tinged with the danger of hidden shoals and sudden storms. Lighthouses were ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Bush: Takeover of housing giants 'critical' WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush said Sunday that the historic federal government takeover of mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is needed to keep them from failing, a risk he called "unacceptable" for an economy battered by housing and credit crises. "Allowing the companies to fail or f ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Former resident killed in crash FREMONT -- A longtime Bellevue resident, the Rev. Karen J. Church, was killed Friday morning in a two vehicle traffic crash which occurred at the intersection of U.S. 20 and Ohio 51 in Woodville Township. Fremont Post of the Ohio Highway Patrol reported that Rev. Church, 70, was southbound on St. ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Norwalk Furniture halts operations NORWALK, Ohio (AP) -- A deal to save a struggling furniture company fell apart, forcing the company to shut down factories in Ohio and Mississippi for the second time in two months. A developer negotiating to buy Norwalk Furniture backed out of the deal, putting the company's future up in the air ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Journays donate $10,000 toRedmen Athletic Fieldhouse From Gazette Reports news@gazettepublishingco.com Rick and Judy Journay feel community support and involvement are very important. As part of that commitment to Bellevue, the couple recently gave $10,000 toward the new athletic fieldhouse being built at the Bellevue Senior High School. "The ne ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
He was 'the sheriff's sheriff'Area law enforcement say good-bye to Gangwer "He was the type of guy that would kick you in your butt, then turn you around and give you a big hug. He was just the type of guy that didn't demand respect, he earned it. To say he was a sheriff's sheriff was an understatement. He will be sadly missed." -Bob Cornwell, Executive Director of Bucke ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
McCain, Obama pitted in By ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press Writer ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Republican presidential nominee John McCain, buoyed by a unifying GOP convention and the spark of running mate Sarah Palin, plunged into a competitive, eight-week struggle with Democrat Barack Obama over which party can best ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Controlling the flood waters By DANIELLE ORR Gazette Staff Writer reporter@gazettepublishingco.com SANDUSKY -- Groton Township residents - particularly those along St. Rt. 269 and Strecker Road - are anxious about next spring and what could happen if the area gets a lot of snow and rain. Could the massive floodin ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Huron teen killed in crash MILAN TWP. -- A 17-year-old Huron teen was killed in a one-vehicle crash Thursday morning on River Road. Killed was Jordan L. Smith, 9807 River Road, Huron. According to the Sandusky Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol the crash ocurred at approximately 11:40 a.m nearly a half mile from her re ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
School personnel adjustments By SALLY BOYD Neighbors Editor life@gazettepublishingco.com It took only 10 minutes for the Bellevue Board of Education to authorize nearly two dozen human resource adjustments for the school district when they met in special session late Wednesday afternoon in the board offices. The meetin ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Cub Scouts invite area boys to Night-at-the-Woods Cub Scouts Pack 204 Invites you to a sneak peek at the fun you can have by joining scouting. The Fall Round-up will give you the chance to experience the fun of Cub Scouting through their Night-at-the-Woods activities. Boys in the first grade can become Tiger Scouts and begin the fun and learning ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Hirt named FREMONT -- The Sandusky County Commissioners have announced that after meeting with the county prosecutor and risk manager, they have utilized their power under the Ohio Revised Code and appointed Chief Deputy Bruce N. Hirt as acting sheriff for Sandusky County. The appointment was necessary du ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY