Sandusky school levy falls short in unofficial results
The 4.9-mill operating levy drew 3,414 votes for and 4,236 against. The district had projected about $3.4 million a year.
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Sandusky Transit Yellow Line switches to off-season hours
The Yellow Line now runs Monday through Saturday, 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., under the schedule that took effect Nov. 1.
Port Clinton seeks utility operator; applications due Nov. 16
The city is accepting applications until noon Nov. 16 for a full-time water distribution and wastewater collection operator.
Norwalk leaves must be at the curb by 7 a.m. Nov. 16
The city schedules one pass during Nov. 16-20. Leaves must be loose, within 6 feet of the curb and clear of parked cars.
Huron hires Andrew Pettay as full-time firefighter and paramedic
Pettay joins Shift 2 at Station 1 after part-time service in Huron and 7 1/2 years working full time in Sandusky.
Sandusky city offices to close Tuesday for Election Day
The city announced the Nov. 3 closure and directed voters to the Erie County Board of Elections for voting information.
Huron County seeks employers for student career programs
Businesses can host student visits, share career experience or join a May 2027 job fair through the county business advisory council.
Erie County Detox seeks registered and practical nurses
The health department is recruiting nurses for its detox program and directs applicants to its job listings.
Sandusky County Christmas assistance applications due Nov. 16
The online program connects eligible households with holiday donors. Assistance is not guaranteed, and notification dates conflict.
GLCAP Winter Crisis heating assistance opens for 2026-27 season
The program runs through March 31 for eligible households in Ottawa, Sandusky, Seneca and Wood counties facing heating emergencies.
GLCAP highlights no-cost weatherization available in Firelands counties
The agency reports 1,097 WarmChoice-supported projects across Ohio in 2025. Eligible local Columbia Gas customers can seek home improvements.
Sandusky choir receives $10,000 grant for White House trip
The Erie County Community Foundation grant will help cover travel, lodging and meals for the high school Keynotes & Bell Choir.
Perkins leaf pickup starts Monday with new collection zones
The township plans repeated passes as weather allows and asks residents to leave loose leaves within 4 feet of the curb.
Ohio boat-wrap recycling collects 66,000 pounds; South Bass Island joins effort
Ohio Sea Grant reports more than 66,000 pounds collected statewide in 2026, including a new South Bass Island effort that diverted 1,400 pounds.
Monroeville switches government email to .gov
The village changed its email system Oct. 21 and says its website will follow. The administrative office remains closed through Friday.
Sandusky recognizes 5 volunteers for community service
Mark Fogg, Anne McGookey, Jeff and Diane Corso and John Schlessman received the city’s Volunteer of the Year awards Monday.
GLCAP board nominations to open Monday in Ottawa, Sandusky counties
Residents can nominate themselves Nov. 2-4 for seats representing low-income residents. Candidates do not have to be low-income themselves.
Sandusky partnership points businesses to grants of up to $50,000
The JobsOhio program supports eligible investments. The partnership cites grants to Wallace Stud Welding and Firelands Food Systems.
Ottawa County park district offers up to $200,000 for 2027 projects
Applications for public outdoor recreation projects are due Jan. 8. Eligible agencies may submit one application for projects up to $50,000.
Free food pantry set for 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday in Sandusky
The Live Well pantry is at Erie County Job and Family Services, 221 W. Parish St. Income eligibility applies; supplies are limited.