Erie County health department names Tondra Frisby to lead youth outreach
The new director of youth engagement will develop outreach for young people and mental health training for adults who work with them.
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Sandusky Library to close Thursday for construction
The library announces an Oct. 15 closure but does not describe the construction work or give a reopening time.
Erie County foundation to host free AI workshop for nonprofits
Lorain County Community College presenter Matt Poyle will lead the Oct. 21 program in Sandusky.
Firelands to offer breast screenings Saturday for uninsured and underinsured patients
Registration is required for the Oct. 17 event in Sandusky. Eligible insurance will be billed, but patients will not owe the remaining balance.
Huron County partnership outlines $12 million natural-gas project
Updated Nov. 8: The project broke ground Nov. 4. A new report identifies the utilities, location and expected mid-2027 service date.
Norwalk to hold Halloween parade and two trick-or-treat sessions Oct. 31
The uptown parade starts at 2 p.m. Neighborhood trick-or-treat runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Erie MetroParks pumpkin hunt sends visitors searching for cryptid clues
Two clues are posted. The remaining clues are scheduled for Oct. 15, 22 and 29, with photos required to qualify for prizes.
Norwalk offices to close Monday; trash pickup delayed
The city also has canceled its Oct. 13 council meeting. The next regular session is Oct. 20.
Sandusky to pair downtown trick-or-treat with pumpkin drop and free costume cruise
The city's Oct. 31 program starts with downtown trick-or-treat from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Citywide trick-or-treat follows from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival offers free admission Saturday
The Oct. 10 festival runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free wristbands cover selected activities; lighthouse tours carry a separate fee.
Sandusky Harbor dredging finishes; 100,000 cubic yards placed near shore
The Army Corps of Engineers says the $628,000 project finished Nov. 5, with about 109,000 cubic yards removed.
Huron library book sale opens tonight for members; public sale starts Thursday
The sale runs Oct. 7–10 at Huron Public Library, with memberships available at tonight's preview and a $5 bag sale Saturday.
Oak Harbor Apple Festival to bring parade, car show and races this weekend
The Oct. 10–11 festival has no admission fee. Saturday's parade starts at 2 p.m.; Sunday's car show and races take place at separate locations.
Sandusky students to present art, spooky stories and music Monday
The Oct. 12 programs at the Regional Center for Arts & Academic Studies begin with an art show at 4:30 p.m., followed by a gifted student showcase at 6 p.m.
Sandusky Halloween decorating contest voting opens through Oct. 29
The city has opened the Haunt the House People's Choice ballot. Voting continues through Oct. 29.
Pipe Creek parking lot closes as Sandusky begins access improvements
The $58,071.75 project improves access near the former rowing association building and kayak launch. Construction is scheduled to finish Dec. 1.
Erie County spotlights local addiction treatment and a 24-hour help line
A new county video highlights Kaptur Treatment & Recovery. The department lists detox, residential and outpatient care, with a phone contact available around the clock.
Port Clinton cleanup is Saturday; residents must unload their own vehicles
The Oct. 10 drop-off runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the city-designated City Hall parking lot. Proof of city residency is required, and several materials are excluded.
Erie County sheriff raises FBI fingerprinting fees
The office lists $39 for an FBI check and $73 for combined state and federal checks effective Oct. 1. Appointments are required.
Saints Peter and Paul Church closes temporarily after roof problem
Weekday Masses move to St. Mary's Oct. 7–9 while the parish seeks a temporary repair. The hoped-for reopening date is not confirmed.