At 9:09 p.m., troopers from the Elyria Post responded to a one-vehicle fatal crash on Lake Road, also known as U.S. Route 6, near Vineyard Road, according to the release.

Blayney was operating a 2005 Mercedes-Benz E320 west on Route 6 and went off the right side of the road, striking two utility poles, the release said.

Blayney was not wearing a seat belt, according to the release.

A news release from the Avon Lake Police Department stated officials determined that excessive speed led to the crash.

Route 6 was closed for three hours while troopers investigated the crash, the release said.

The Highway Patrol was assisted on scene by the Avon Lake Police Department, Avon Lake Fire Department, Avon Lake EMS, L&M Towing and Ohio Edison.

The crash remains under investigation.

The church will be open at 4 p.m.. so members can begin the guild’s project of making quilts and pillowcases for the Snuggle of Hope program, according to a news release.

Members are encouraged to bring fabric, cutting supplies, and patterns that can be used to make these items for campers in the program. Also, a few people may want to bring sewing machines.

This project will continue in the March meeting.

The regular business meeting, complete with show and tell, will begin at 7 p.m.

For information on the quilt guild, contact Sandy Neiding at 440-967-4190.

Vilensky was selected following a nationwide search, led by the organization’s Board of Directors.

Most recently, he served as vice president of strategic market operations and category management for Medically Home, a growing start-up company offering high-acuity care at home across 18 states, according to the release.

Prior to that, Vilensky was president and CEO of the Montefiore Home.

As CEO for Montefiore, Vilensky had a key role in growing the organization and planning the merger, creating a partnership designed to grow and diversify the communities, the release said.

Earlier leadership experience includes guiding the Cleveland Clinic’s rehabilitation and post-acute care operations.

Vilensky said he looks forward to joining the Kendal community.

“I am honored to be chosen as the second CEO in Kendal at Oberlin’s long history,” he said in the release. “I am thrilled to join the great team, board and vibrant community at Kendal at Oberlin.

“The values of Kendal, particularly the sense of community, inclusiveness and service align perfectly with my experiences and passion for healthy and independent aging.”

The search for Kendal at Oberlin’s new chief executive officer began when long-time CEO Barbara Thomas announced her plans for retirement after 32 years of leading the organization.

Parking is not permitted on any city street, avenue, boulevard, parkway or highway within city limits, with the exceptions of addresses that do not have a dedicated driveway, Carrion said in the release.

Violators may be ticketed or towed, according to the release.

As always, motorists are reminded to use extra caution when driving during winter weather conditions, and are encouraged to stay off the roads if possible, the release said.

For further information, contact the city’s Street Department at 440-204-2550.

White recognizes that a leader is needed to uphold Integrity, accountability and professionalism, and that’s what she stands for, the release said.

White’s plans are to meet with the leaders of each county department to find out what is needed to ensure its individual growth, development and opportunities for improvement, the release said.

White has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Cleveland State University.

Her public service includes: serving two terms as a Lorain city councilwoman beginning in 1990; precinct committee woman; served 12 years as a councilwoman in Sheffield Village, including president pro-tempore and acting mayor for 45 days; chair of finance in Sheffield Village ensuring where monies were appropriated and accounting for monies while reporting and balancing the budget.

White has served as a bank branch manager, assistant vice president and licensed investment officer for 21 years, and a licensed insurance representative.

Her community service includes: treasurer of Lorain Democratic Women’s Club; member of Federated Democratic Women of Ohio; member of Lorain County Racial Equity Center; past president of Alcohol & Drug Addiction Services (ADAS) Board of Lorain County; Urban Minority Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Outreach Program; trustee for Direct Action; secretary for College Heights Homeowners Association; member of Historical Society Sheffield Village; and Board of Trustees for Church on the North Coast.

“These investments are truly going to make a difference for people with developmental disabilities and their families by giving them more access to the communities where they live,” DeWine said in the release. “People with developmental disabilities deserve opportunities, a reliable workforce, and an accessible state to live, learn, work and succeed in.”

Erie County will receive $283,000 and Huron County will receive $350,000, according to the release.

Also, Erie, Huron, Sandusky and Seneca counties will receive $200,000, the release said.

These funds are part of $56 million in total ARPA Home and Community Based Services money allocated to Department of Developmental Disabilities in the state budget signed last July, the release said.

All county boards of developmental disabilities and Councils of Government (COG) could apply for funding.

With these funds, people with developmental disabilities, their families and Ohio communities will see investments in things like universal changing tables and accessible public places and parks, the release said.

Highlights of the county projects include:

• Empowering people with developmental disabilities to live and engage independently, 32 applications received for $2.5 million

• Improving infrastructure to make communities more accessible, 43 applications received for $7 million

• Adding universal changing tables in public places, 49 applications received for $4.4 million

• Creating more community experiences for people with developmental disabilities, 27 applications received for $600,000

• Ensuring conferences and meetings are inclusive, 17 applications received for $220,000

• Increasing outreach efforts to unserved and underserved populations, 15 applications received for $140,000

“For many people with disabilities and their families, an inclusive community starts with an accessible community, and I want to thank county boards and their local partners across Ohio who have identified ways to make this a reality for them,” Hauck said in the release.

For more information and updates on project developments, visit https://dodd.ohio.gov/about-us/our-programs/ARPA.

The Department of Developmental Disabilities will communicate funding opportunities and post grant applications at https://dodd.ohio.gov/about-us/grant-opportunities, the release said.

In collaboration with Lorain County Public Health, Toole Design and community stakeholders, the event will utilize interactive activities and an ongoing survey to gather feedback and assess community sentiment regarding potential future transportation projects, the release said.

In 2018, the city of Lorain was the first in the state to create a five-year plan focusing on improving active transportation options in the city, according to the release.

This encompassed improvements to sidewalks, the installation of bike lanes throughout the city, new signage and other pedestrian-focused safety measures.

Fast forward five years, it is time for a plan update and renewed engagement with the public, according to the release.

This update serves to showcase the outcomes of the previous plan and seeks to understand the evolving needs of the residents.

“To enhance the overall experience for participants, we are pleased to offer childcare services and catered meals during the event,” the release said.

Additionally, a dedicated trolley service will be in operation from 5-9 p.m. ensuring convenient and free transportation to and from the venue, according to the release.

The trolley route will commence at the iconic Lorain sign downtown, proceeding west along West Erie Avenue, south on North Leavitt Road, east on West 21st Street and finally north on Broadway, completing the loop back to its starting point.

Questions and/or comments regarding this public session may be directed to Veronica A. Newsome, 200 W. Erie Ave. 4th Floor – Engineering, Lorain, OH 44052, 440-204-2003 or veronica_newsome@cityoflorain.org.

Tilt Studio is a family fun center with locations throughout the country, the release said.

It features attractions like black-light laser tag, bumper cars, amusement rides and mini-golf plus over 150 arcade and video games.

Tilt Studio has party rooms for birthdays, group gatherings and corporate events, according to the release.

The Sandusky Mall Complex, located at 4314 Milan Road, near Sandusky, has served the North Coast since 1976, the release said.

It currently comprises more than one million square feet of retail space, with more than 50 retailers, restaurants and other businesses, according to the release.

A new, adjacent residential community, Villas at Sandy Creek, is open.

The Sandusky Mall Complex is owned and managed as part of the Cafaro family of companies, based in Niles.

“It is an honor and a privilege to become a shareholder at Wickens Herzer Panza,” Farrell said in the release. “I look forward to continuing to serve the firm’s clients and helping to guide the firm for many years to come.”

Farrell is a member of the firm’s Litigation Department and focuses on advocating for his business clients and individual clients to efficiently resolve their disputes, according to the release.

He has developed a complex civil litigation practice wherein he routinely represents businesses and individuals in disputes focusing on business torts, appeals, commercial, financial services, partnership and real estate disputes, and other complex contract and tort claims, the release said.

Farrell also is a member of the firm’s Trust, Estate, & Probate Litigation practice, prosecuting and defending actions and claims involving trustees, executors, and beneficiaries in trust and probate disputes and other fiduciary-related litigation, according to the release.

He counsels clients on all aspects of trust, estate and probate disputes, including investigating potential claims, evaluating the merits of bringing a claim or defending a claim, and litigating a claim through resolution, the release said.

The concept was developed by the organization’s marketing and sales team and is hosted by public relations manager Jill Bauer, the release said.

Co-host Dayton Barnett, social media manager, will join Bauer on most episodes, according to the release.

The new program aims to be the definitive podcast about fun attractions and activities, including behind the scenes interviews and local insider tips, for the Shores & Islands Ohio region, the release said.

Guests of the podcast will be destination and attraction partners, event organizers, community representatives, local experts and more, according to the release.

Ottawa Broadcasting LLC/WPCR PortClintonRadio.com will edit and produce the podcast episodes, the release said.

The original idea developed from a weekly segment Shores & Islands Ohio does on WPCR’s Talk at Ten, where Bauer and Greg Peiffer, station president, chat about upcoming events in the region, according to the release.

Ottawa Broadcasting is assisting Shores & Islands with software services for recording, editing, production and distribution of the podcast, while Bauer will research, invite and schedule guests, the release said.

The SHORE Line Podcast launched its debut episode Jan. 15 and is available on a number of streaming services as well as on SHORESandISLANDS.com, the release said.

The inaugural episode can currently be heard on Spotify, Google Play, Amazon, iHeart Radio, Tune In and more.

Episodes should release weekly via an RSS feed on the organization’s website and on these platforms, the release said.

“We’re thrilled to be entering the world of podcasting and using a new medium to reach both potential guests and interested locals,” said Ben Simon, Ohio director of marketing and sales in the release.

Bauer adds that the podcast is an opportunity for marketing the region.

“I’m excited for the opportunity to showcase our amazing area to a new audience. I love listening to podcasts and, while I know there are a number of podcasts about travel in general, there is nothing like this for our region of Ohio,” she said in the release. “Listeners will get tips for visiting and hear directly from business owners, managers, and event organizers what makes this destination so special.”

The second episode will feature Castaway Bay indoor water park resort.

“We felt it important to lead with our indoor water park partners,” Bauer said. “As these cold Ohio temperatures keep us wanting to stay indoors, it’s important to remember we’ve got three amazing locations that boast summer temperatures year-round.”

New episodes will debut on Mondays via the various streaming platforms, the release said.

Listeners can like and subscribe wherever they get their podcasts, or follow along weekly at https://www.shoresandislands.com/the-shore-line/.