Lorain County may not exist if it were not for Heman Ely, a man originally from Massachusetts who recognized the area’s potential in the early 19th century.Ely first arrived arrived in what would become Elyria and saw the rich soil and natural water of the Black River, and knew a vibrant community could exist there.Now […]
St. Mary Parish, 320 Middle Ave., in Elyria, continued its tradition of handing out free holiday meals for members of the community March 31 in celebration of Easter. Like the other free holiday dinners hosted at the church, guests had the option to receive meals via drive-through, carry-out or sit-down. Food items including ham, scalloped […]
St. Mary Parish in Elyria hosted a free community meal Dec. 25. The event, which was open to the public, was made possible by more than 20 volunteers, who took on all different kinds of roles, including cooking, serving and delivering food. LeighAnn Arroyo of Elyria got started volunteering at the meal three years ago […]