The Ability Center of Greater Toledo has released the results of a comprehensive survey highlighting the critical need for enhanced passenger rail services in northwest Ohio. The survey, conducted between April and June 2023, received more than 500 responses, revealing a strong demand for improved passenger rail connectivity, especially among residents with disabilities.

With the new year holiday this weekend, Scott Stigall, State Farm of Holland offers the following New Year’s Eve safety tips. Plan a Ride in Advance On average, driving accidents rise during the holidays, so it is crucial to have a safe ride on a night when so many people are out and about.

The holiday season is often a time when many indulge in delicious food. Weight gain may not be the only consequence of throwing moderation out the window.

The Perrysburg Messenger Journal office, 130 Louisiana Avenue, collected winter accessories for distribution to area families in need this holiday season. Readers and residents contributed numerous new mittens, gloves, scarves and hats. As a special incentive, donors could enter to win a $100 gift certificate to Rose and Thistle Pub and Restaurant in downtown Perrysburg.

Mercy Health’s mobile mammography unit has visits scheduled throughout the region in January. The mobile mammography unit is customized for patient convenience and will deliver 3D mammograms to women age 40 and older.

The Healthy Lucas County coalition of community health improvement organizations released the 2022-23 community health assessment, supplying a snapshot of how local children, youth and adults are faring with their health and well-being.

Meet Metroparks Toledo’s newest ranger, who is quickly becoming the most popular member of the ranger department. A 12-week-old Goldador, golden and Labrador retriever mix, is the park district’s first K-9.

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The Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) services announced its holiday schedule for New Years Day, Monday, January 1, 2024. TARTA and TARPS vehicles will be in operation from 6:30 a.m.