LANE CLOSURE AND TRAFFIC PATTERN CHANGES NOTICE
1. ERIE ST BETWEEN MAIN ST AND SUMMIT ST 2. MAIN ST BETWEEN MAPLEWOOD AVE AND ERIE ST Helms and Sons Excavating, Inc will continue to install new storm sewer along the west side of Main St and will begin installing on the south side of Erie St as part of the Downtown Transportation Improvement Project (Phase 2). Due to this construction, beginning Monday, November … Continue reading LANE CLOSURE AND TRAFFIC PATTERN CHANGES NOTICE
MARK LUETKE LOOKING SIDEWAYS
Local Orchestra offers musical secrets Our topic today may be the best kept secret in Sylvania. It’s a community-based symphony orchestra with more than 50 players—performing selections ranging from classical music to film scores and pop favorites. Concerts are held regularly in accessible local venues, everyone is welcome, and … admission is free.Known as the Sylvania Community Orchestra, it performs three concerts each year in … Continue reading MARK LUETKE LOOKING SIDEWAYS
City beat …
Members of Sylvania City Council voted to renew contracts for 2027 Northwest Ohio Regional Information Systems, or NORIS terminal, for the Sylvania Police Department for $31,923.40 and NORIS services for the city of Sylvania’s Prosecutor for $8,641.14.In other business, Sylvania Police Chief Danilynn Miller was authorized to place several obselete laser speed reading instruments for sale on GovDeals website.City Council voted 5-1 to accept the … Continue reading City beat …
Township talk …
Sylvania Township Trustees gave their approval for Sylvania Township Fire Chief Chris Nye to hire six full-time firefighters/paramedics to fill vacancies. The trustees also authorized Chief Nye to certify the department’s lieutenant and captain promotional lists.Cooperative agreementsRoad Superintendent Rob Nash was authorized to enter a joint cooperative agreement with Lucas County and the city of Sylvania to apply for 2028 Ohio Public Works Commission grants … Continue reading Township talk …
City beat …
Sylvania City Council approved several development and city improvement measures during its Oct. 5 meeting, including a zoning change for a Brint Road housing project and funding for website and digital permitting upgrades.Mayor Mark Frye summarized two public hearings held before the meeting.Developer Ryan Wamsher of Millstream Development requested an overlay zoning district from R-1 to R-1 PD for property on Brint Road, immediately west … Continue reading City beat …
Township talk …
Sylvania Township welcomed two new members to its public safety departments during the Board of Township Trustees’ Oct. 6 meeting.Fire Chief Chris Nye and Assistant Chief Mike Behan introduced firefighter/paramedic Michael Bronsen, a Southview High School graduate, to the trustees.Police Chief Sarah Toth also introduced new officer Logan Yarman-Moody after administering the oath of office.SAJRD appointmentIn other business, trustees appointed Bill Sanford as the township’s … Continue reading Township talk …
Construction Update
According to the project liaison, Jamin Roe of American Structurepoint, road construction on the second block of Main Street will not begin until Buckeye Cable and Frontier finish their work on moving utilities from above ground to below. Continue reading Construction Update
Ivy & Elm Co. brings creativity, personalization to Fall Festival
For Ivy & Elm Co., the Sylvania Fall Festival is more than an opportunity to sell handmade goods, it’s a chance to connect with customers, showcase new creations and let festival-goers see the creativity behind the business. Continue reading Ivy & Elm Co. brings creativity, personalization to Fall Festival
Late-Summer Vegetables, Roasted to Perfection
By Jennifer Alexander Ruple As September settles in with warm afternoons and cooler evenings, the kitchen begins to crave the savory comfort of roasted vegetables. Cabbage wedges turn tender and caramelized under a glossy herb-balsamic glaze, carrots roast to honeyed sweetness with rosemary and thyme, and peppery radishes mellow into buttery, golden bites finished with parsley and sea salt. Each recipe is simpleenough for a … Continue reading Late-Summer Vegetables, Roasted to Perfection
City beat …
Sylvania City Council President Mary Westphal reported on a public meeting held before the Sept. 7 council meeting concerning a proposed car wash, convenience store and fueling station at the vacant Rite Aid building at Erie Street and Centennial Road.Eight residents spoke during the meeting, expressing concerns about the proposed development. Westphal thanked the residents who filled the council chambers for taking the time to … Continue reading City beat …