Chad Felton

Forest City, Ohio

Staff Writer at The News-Herald (Willoughby, OH)

Thinker. Reader. Writer. Drinker. Brooklyn-American (Park Slope-spawned). Book fiend. Baseball junkie. Renouncer of Satan. Life, Death & the New York Giants.

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Articles

Laketran hosting public hearings for proposed, expanded transit services

1 week ago | news-herald.com | Chad Felton

Laketran is seeking community feedback on proposed and expanded transit services. These include a new Park-n-Ride route to University Circle in Cleveland, Sunday Dial-a-Ride service, transportation to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and on-demand Dial-a-Ride service. Participants will also have the opportunity to provide feedback on modifications to the current Park-n-Ride schedules.
Lake County commissioners, Lake Metroparks support Two Lights for Tomorrow

1 week ago | news-herald.com | Chad Felton

The Lake County commissioners and Lake Metroparks recently announced support for the Two Lights for Tomorrow national initiative, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. According to the board, the program emphasizes the importance of established national principles and reminds citizens of the significant moments that helped to create a rich national identity.
Lake County commissioners OK contract for lakeshore project in Willoughby

1 week ago | news-herald.com | Chad Felton

The Lake County commissioners have approved a $500,000 contract for a lakeshore improvement project in Willoughby. According to the resolution, financing for the Osborne Park Coastal Restoration and Shoreline Protection Project is secured by levying an additional 2 percent tax on transactions in which lodging is provided by hotels to guests, per the .
Laketran expands Sports Express to Cavs playoff, Guardians weekend games

1 week ago | news-herald.com | Chad Felton

Laketran officials announced this week the expansion of the transit agency’s Sports Express service to include Cleveland Cavaliers playoff games and weekend Cleveland Guardians games. Starting on May 4, Laketran will provide round-trip transportation to Downtown Cleveland for $15 per person during the second round of the NBA playoffs. The service will be available for […] Subscribe to continue reading this article. Originally Published: May 2, 2025 at 6:30 PM EDT
41st Annual Louie Run set for May 4

2 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Chad Felton

Bikers unite — the 41st Annual Louie Run is set for May 4. The memorial event honors past and present members of the biker community and raises funds to support the families of those who have died or been injured in motorcycle accidents. American Legion Jay Wilson Post 112 in Madison will serve as one […] Originally Published: April 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM EDT
Lake County officials recognize Fair Housing Month

2 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Chad Felton

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Laketran, Geauga Transit providing free rides for May 6 Primary Election

2 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Chad Felton

Lake County residents can take Laketran’s Local Routes 1-9 or schedule a door-to-door Dial-a-Ride bus for free to polling locations for the May 6 Primary Election. Free rides are also available for early voting before the election at the Lake County Elections Board at 105 Main St. in Painesville. Early voting is underway and continues until May 4, officials confirmed. Laketran CEO Ben Capelle noted that transportation should never be a barrier for anyone to exercise their right to vote.
Lake County ADAMHS Board, Ashtabula MHRS Board partner for training session

2 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Chad Felton

To demonstrate regional collaboration and “a commitment to strong ethical standards,” the Lake County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board recently partnered with the Ashtabula County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board for a training session led by Susan Willeke, education and communications manager with the Ohio Ethics Commission. According to the ADAMHS […] Subscribe to continue reading this article. Originally Published: April 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM EDT
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program now underway

2 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Chad Felton

The Lake County Council on Aging is once again serving as a distribution agent for the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program, the Mentor-based nonprofit announced this week. The program, funded by the United States Department of Agriculture and the Ohio Department of Aging, helps provide low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs, noted Council CEO Joe Tomsick. “And, in a small way, the program has also helped stretch their food dollars,” he said.
OH: Laketran unveils winning design of student bus wrap art contest

2 weeks ago | masstransitmag.com | Chad Felton

Laketran has announced the winners of its 2025 Design a Bus Wrap art contest, with Mentor High School sophomore Lily Walker taking first prize for her entry themed, “50 years of a Cleaner, Greener Lake County!”As the top winner, her design will be displayed on one of Laketran’s Dial-a-Ride buses for one year, the transit agency noted. Walker said she took her inspiration from the monarch butterflies that migrate to the Mentor Marsh every summer.