Former outdoors editor Matt Markey wins series of awards - Toledo news - NewsLocker (2024)

Matt Markey, longtime outdoors editor for The Blade, was recently honored with nine awards by the Outdoor Writers of Ohio.

Toledo Crime Log: 6-6

Click on icons in the map to find details of reported crimes. For a full list of all reported crimes in Toledo this week, consult the table below.

Photo Gallery: Library Music

People watch the Katch Band concert at the Main Library on Wednesday June 5, 2024 in Toledo.

Toledo City Council approves settlement for 14 of 16 police protesters

Toledo City Council Wednesday approved a payout of $400,000 to settle the claims of 14 of 16 plaintiffs who sued the government alleging Toledo police violated their civil rights with a brutal response at a protest rally on May 30, 2020.

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Washington Local school board approves contract with next superintendent

The Washington Local school board approved a contract with the schools’ next superintendent Wednesday in preparation for current Superintendent Kadee Anstadt’s retirement.

Summer Meal Partners hosts annual Summer Kickoff Event

Summer Meal Partners of Northwest Ohio is set to host its annual Summer Kickoff Event that highlights summer resources for kids.

World War II Cadet nurse reflects on her service: "You did what was needed."

Eighty years ago Thursday, 133,000 remarkable men from the US, the UK, and their allies accomplished the incredible.

Unique location app has endorsem*nt of local first responders

MONROE — Digital technology has helped improve lives in many ways — and now it’s being used to connect stranded people with first responders with greater precision.

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U.S. Senate vote on contraception puts spotlight on reproductive rights ahead of general election

The U.S. Senate is ensuring that abortion and reproductive health care are at the forefront of the Nov. 5 general election, voting Wednesday on a bill that would ensure contraceptive availability.

Most Blessed Sacrament Parish hosts summer festival

Most Blessed Sacrament Parish will host a summer festival this weekend.

Perrysburg council approves Harbor Town housing change

Perrysburg Council has approved a Harbor Town housing change on the south side of the city while acknowledging concerns about the burgeoning school population.

Drive-in celebrates anniversary of 'Munsters' with celebrity appearance

LIBERTY CENTER, Ohio — The Field of Dreams Drive-In Theater near Liberty Center is having a special showing of the comedy classic Munster, Go Home on the night of June 12 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the zany 1960s television series The Munsters.

Man arrested in Feb. 11 death of 20-year-old

Toledo police have arrested a man for the Feb. 11 shooting death of a 20-year-old man,police reported Wednesday.

Toledo plastics plant remains closed pending ruling on city lawsuit

A central Toledo plastics factory that was the scene of a hazardous materials incident last month remained shuttered Wednesday while a judge continued proceedings related to a city lawsuit seeking to force restoration of fire alarms and fire suppression inside the building.

Oil spill shuts down westbound Airport Highway near McCord Road

The closure of westbound Airport Highway near South McCord Road in Springfield Township for an oil spill of about of nearly 300 gallons will continue until further notice, authorities said.

Oil spill shuts down westbound Airport Highway at McCord Road

An oil spill of about of 300 gallons has caused the closure of Airport Highway at South McCord Road in Springfield Township.

Lawmakers seek changes in Ohio's new recreational pot market

COLUMBUS — As Ohio prepares to release license applications for existing medical marijuana dispensaries to expand into newly legal recreational offerings, the Ohio Senate has unveiled a proposal to write between the lines of the law voters approved last fall.

Amazon set to build 2nd warehouse in northern Wood County

Amazon is poised to build a second warehouse facility in northern Wood County.

New executive assistant for Commissioner Lopez arrested on gun charge

The new executive assistant to Lucas County Commissioner Anita Lopez was arrested on a gun charge in September.

County hires new executive assistant for Commissioner Lopez

The Board of Lucas County Commissioners on Tuesday approved the hiring of a new executive assistant for Commissioner Anita Lopez.

Well-traveled alley in Bowling Green closes for sewer repair

BOWLING GREEN — An alley that leads to several downtown businesses will be closed during the day through Friday for sewer repair.

Neighborhoods come together for community garage sales

A box of books sits on the lawn at a Point Place home; racks of clothes hang outside in Library Village.

58 new citizens take oath at Toledo Zoo

Beyond the new baby elephant, Kirkja,other new happenings were afoot at the Toledo Zoo, where 58 new American citizens from 33 different countries were naturalized on Tuesday before noon.

Bicyclist dies from injuries suffered in crash

RUDOLPH, Ohio — A bicyclist who was injured in a traffic crash Monday in Rudolph has died, the Wood County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday.

Lake Erie's Sandusky Bay shows promising comeback

SANDUSKY — Amid ongoing fears about western Lake Erie, a bright spot has emerged.

Rossford fire committee leans toward forming partnership

A committee tasked with delving into how Rossford can have full-time fire operations is leaning toward establishing a partnership with neighboring communities.

Toledo extends registration deadline for neighborhood revitalization program

The city of Toledo has extended the registration deadline for the Toledo Neighborhood Capacity Building Institute.

Summer kickoff party includes movie Thursday at Willys Pool

The city of Toledo is holding an evening of swimming, games, and a movie Thursday at Willys Pool.

Wood County Museum holds free live music evening

BOWLING GREEN — The Wood County Museum will host a free concert featuring three bands on June 13.

Moon Tree now a part of Marshall STEMM Academy landscape

Marshall STEMM Academy is now home to a very special tree, courtesy of NASA.