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.
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Canine sculptures honor veterans at Hayes museum through Nov. 15
Updated Nov. 9: The Fremont exhibit now runs through Nov. 15. Veterans receive free admission Nov. 11.
New family physician accepts patients at Erie County health center
Dr. Robert Cromley is seeing patients of all ages at the Sandusky main campus. The health center says he brings 18 years of experience.
Erie County hazardous-waste collection is Saturday; registration required
The Oct. 10 collection at the county landfill is for district residents. Businesses and latex paint are excluded.
Huron County to honor Extol, Graham and Plymouth coffee shop Wednesday
The Growth Partnership's free Oct. 7 awards event in Monroeville recognizes a Norwalk expansion, economic development work and a restored coffee shop.
Huron County land-use survey seeks input on growth, farmland through Oct. 31
Residents can weigh in online or pick up a paper survey in Norwalk or Willard as the county updates its land-use plan.
Oberlin seeks applicants for council vacancy; deadline is Oct. 16
Residents have until 4 p.m. Oct. 16 to apply for an appointment to a council seat that becomes vacant at year-end.
Huron schools change Woodlands traffic flow, reinforce football spectator rules
Drivers enter from Buckeye Boulevard and exit onto Deerwood Drive. Elementary students attending football games should sit with a responsible adult.
Port Clinton and Sandusky soccer teams to play for a student fundraiser Monday
Kick for the Cure at True Lay Stadium includes boys and girls games and $1 shots against school resource officers.
Margaretta Township recycling drop-off closes; residents directed to Milan
The township garage drop-off closed Sept. 30. Erie County says contamination drove the decision and directs residents to recycling at the county landfill.
New dental clinic at Margaretta schools accepts patients
Three dental exam rooms are open at the Margaretta School-Based Health Center. The clinic accepts several insurance plans and offers discounts for qualifying families.
Perkins fire department to hold final Station 3 open house Oct. 11
The township plans demonstrations, family activities and a Life Flight appearance from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Fire Station 3, 4510 Milan Road.
Erie County voter registration closes Monday; early voting starts Tuesday
Registration for the Nov. 3 election closes Oct. 5 at 9 p.m. Early voting begins Oct. 6 at the Erie County Board of Elections in Sandusky.
Sandusky police accept winter clothing donations through Dec. 17
New, unworn coats, hats, gloves and mittens can be dropped off day or night at the police lobby, 222 Meigs St., through Dec. 17.
Erie County Fairgrounds to host Fall Extravaganza Saturday
The Oct. 3 event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3110 Columbus Ave., with food trucks, crafts, a pedal pull and activities for children.
Sandusky asks residents what public art should go on Columbus Avenue
The city has set aside $300,000 to $350,000 for a permanent installation on the 100 and 200 blocks downtown. An online survey is open now, and an artist will be chosen in 2027.
Downtown Sandusky dresses up as the ‘Halloween Capital of Ohio’ ahead of Witches Walk
City crews and volunteers have decorated more than 150 light poles, with a reveal planned this weekend. The Witches Walk, now a monthlong event, peaks Oct. 17 at Jackson Street Pier.
Sandusky’s water service turns 150
The city’s first waterworks started pumping Sept. 21, 1876. The plant moved to Big Island Water Works in 1940 and now serves Sandusky and the surrounding region.
Horizon Education Centers breaks ground on Sandusky child care center for about 180 children
The center on Cleveland Road will serve children from 18 months to 12 years old and is set to open in June 2027. Local foundations and the city helped pay for it.
Sandusky Education Foundation to raise money for teacher grants at Oct. 15 event
Fund the Future at the Sandusky Yacht Club lets guests choose which classroom projects to pay for. Tickets are $60.