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Ability Center rebrands youth programming

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The Ability Center’s Youth and Transition Department has been rebranded to the Independent Living program. The goal to provide youth, families, teens and young adults with disabilities resources they need to live independently remains unchanged.

Mayor swears in new Toledo Police Chief, Michael Troendle

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Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz officiated the swearing-in of the 41st Toledo Police Chief, Michael Troendle. Lieutenant Michael Kurjan welcomed attendees with opening remarks followed by a moving rendition of the National Anthem sung by Ashley Hill.

Lucas County engineer’s office kicks off 2023 construction season

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Spring is here and construction season is underway at the Lucas County engineer’s office. The county has 19 projects totaling more than $13 million in funding from federal, state and local sources, ranging from road resurfacing and roundabouts to bridge repair and traffic safety improvements.

Biggest Week in American Birding just around the corner

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The Biggest Week in American Birding is just around the corner and the Journal offers a preview each week of the types of birds residents and visitors will encounter at area parks. The 10-day festival in northwest Ohio–the Warbler Capital of the World–runs May 5 to 14, and attracts visitors from throughout the country to the shores of Lake Erie.