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The BladeRegional newsOct 11
Community invited to participate in Immigration Solidarity Walk
The Toledo Immigrant Alliance will host an Immigration Solidarity Walk on Sunday.
The BladeRegional newsOct 11
11-year-old Toledo student goes from reluctant writer to published author
Maxwell McCain used to hate writing so much that his teachers enlisted his parents to make sure he finished his essays.
The BladeRegional newsOct 11
Fall horse and cider festival offers afternoon of activities
NAPOLEON — Students at Lily Creek Farms will demonstrate their horseback riding skills Saturday during the farm’s annual Fall Horse & Cider Fest.
The BladeRegional newsOct 11
Reconstruction closes several Toledo streets
Roadway reconstruction will close two Toledo streets for about a month each starting Monday, the Toledo Department of Transportation announced.
The BladeRegional newsOct 11
Olde Towne residents challenge proposed development, citing transparency issues
When Chyna Fuller bought her 1917 home on Melrose Avenue in Toledo’s Olde Towne neighborhood in June, the neighboring green space was a major attraction.
The BladeRegional newsOct 11
Photo gallery: Maumee Valley Model Boat Club Fun Run
The Maumee Valley Model Boat Club Fun Run took place at Olander Park in Maumee on Oct. 10.
The BladeRegional newsOct 10
Photo gallery: University of Toledo Homecoming Parade
People gathered Saturday to celebrate University of Toledo pride during the university’s annual Homecoming Parade, cheering on students, alumni and the Rockets.
The BladeRegional newsOct 10
Incumbent, former state rep, and Libertarian candidate campaign for Ohio's 43rd House district
The current Democratic state representative for Ohio’s 43rd House district is seeking re-election to a third term, but she faces a former Republican state representative and a Libertarian candidate in a crowded race.
The BladeRegional newsOct 10
Luckey faces $200,000 legal bill after lawsuit loss
LUCKEY, Ohio — Luckey may be forced to pick up the tab for about $200,000 of legal fees after walking away from its plan to seize a privately owned quarry using eminent domain.
The BladeRegional newsOct 10
United Auto Workers tries to reassert political power in Michigan as it faces internal divisions
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Walter Usakowski was mowing his lawn in a northern suburb of Detroit when three canvassers from the United Auto Workers approached.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
Vice President Vance urges Republican turnout at Lima rally
LIMA, Ohio — Vice President JD Vance wants Republicans to vote this November to send a message to Democrats.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
Students talk path to higher education in statewide conference
Journee Wise has had many challenges while pursuing her dream to go to college. Journee, 17, was raised by a single mother in San Antonio. Times were hard. “Me and my mom started out with nothing. In San Antonio, we stayed in a shelter. It wasn’t the best time of our lives, but
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
Sauder Village hosting fall-themed events throughout October
ARCHBOLD, Ohio — As fall weather sets in across northwest Ohio, the historic Sauder Village has a schedule filled with fall-themed events throughout October.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
Monroe County warns residents of jury-duty scam calls
MONROE — Monroe County officials say fraudsters are impersonating officers and accusing residents of missing jury duty in a growing scam.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
EatWell Cafe in downtown Toledo library extends regular hours
The EatWell Cafe in the main branch of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library will have new hours starting Monday, the cafe said.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
Toledo councilmen propose cutting ties with Flock, removing cameras
Toledo City Council will vote on an emergency resolution to remove Flock cameras and terminate the city’s existing contracts at an upcoming meeting.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
Photo gallery: Best pictures for week ending Oct. 8
Blade photographers head out every day to capture the triumphs, tragedies, and oddities of life in Lucas County and beyond.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
Parade to close part of Woodville Road in Northwood
Woodville Road will be closed west of I-280 for an hour Saturday morning during Northwood’s Fall Festival Parade.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
Woodlawn Cemetery and Arboretum celebrates 150 years
Officials and docents of the Historic Woodlawn Cemetery and Arboretum used its 150th Anniversary celebration Thursday to call on the community to return the venue to its original glory as a public gathering place.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
University of Toledo professor warns of growing book bans, censorship
Efforts to ban books in schools and libraries are becoming increasingly common, threatening access to stories and perspectives that help people understand the world, a University of Toledo professor said Thursday.
The BladeRegional newsOct 9
Reaction to closing of Cardinal Stritch ranges from disappointment to sadness
Tears, shock, and sadness greeted the news Thursday that Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School will close at the end of the year. “We were told when we got to school in the morning to go to the gym,” said senior Kelsey Anderson. She was still choking back tears as she left the school

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