Marah Morrison

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Multimedia Journalist at The News-Herald (Willoughby, OH)

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Articles

Lake County Yacht Club shares boating experience shared with Deepwood clients

1 week ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

Lake County Board of Developmental Disabilities / Deepwood clients were transported to the Lake County Yacht Club in Eastlake for the annual Anderson Palmer Day event. As part of the annual event, which took place on the morning of June 18, roughly 55 individuals with disabilities were able to enjoy boat rides and a lunch provided by members of the club. Roughly five boats were utilized for the half an hour or so boat rides.
Downtown Willoughby Cruise-In promises fun for 'whole family'

1 week ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

Spectators will once again have the opportunity to get up close and personal with more than 400 automobiles at the Downtown Willoughby Cruise-In.The annual charity car show will take place from 4 to 9 p.m. June 21. According to Rocco Vitalone, president of the Downtown Willoughby Cruise-In Committee, new things are always happening regarding the show.
Wickliffe Sunset Development cottages slated to be finished this summer

1 week ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

Two shell cottages are currently being built as part of the Sunset Development project in Wickliffe. According to Mayor Joe Sakacs, three custom-built cottages are slated to be finished by the end of July or August with tenants moving in by early October. “There’s going to be a ribbon cutting and once I get a solid date, I will let everybody know,” he said.
Fernando Alejo sentenced to 25 years to life for Willoughby murder

1 week ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

Fernando Alejo has been sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for the Downtown Willoughby killing of Rogelio Isaac Cabrera, a 17-year-old from Madison.
Willowick ordinance allows for short-term rentals in the city

1 week ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

Apart from other communities prohibiting short-term rentals, Willowick currently has a single-family residential rental units ordinance in place that covers short-term rentals in the city and there are a couple locations registered. “The property owners and or tenants have to comply all laws applicable to such dwelling unit and the use for which it is intended,” Chief Housing and Zoning Inspector Sean Brennanhe said. Violators will be fined between $100 and $1,000.
Eastlake Sherwin Shooting Sports incident remains under investigation

2 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

The Eastlake Police Department is continuing to investigate a June 12 shooting at Sherwin Shooting Sports and a subsequent multi-vehicle crash involving a police unit. At approximately 7:10 p.m. all units responded to the incident at 33410 Vine St. due to the nature of the report, according to Chief Michael Werner.
Eastlake's new splash park is more than just a summer feature, officials say

2 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

Eastlake recently confirmed the days and hours of its new spray park at Surfside Park, a long-awaited project. Located at 36368 Hillcrest Drive, the state-of-the-art splash park is nautical and pirate-themed. To improve visibility for police and other departments to keep an eye on the park, the pump house has since been removed, as well as the restroom building. The new buildings have since been relocated so they’re visible from the parking lot, as well as the road.
True crime book raises attention to Joseph Newton Chandler III case

2 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

The recently published “The Cleveland John Doe Case,” written by Thibault Raisse, has brought forth more attention to the Joseph Newton Chandler III case. In the multilingual book that’s now selling in Europe and America, Raisse explores the case that actually ended in Eastlake, and the many theories that have emerged. Among these theories is a possible connection to the Zodiac Killer, whose murders date back to 1968 and 1969 in California.
Eastlake latest city to criminalize short-term rental properties

2 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

Eastlake City Council has approved an ordinance that will criminalize short-term rental properties in the city. The ordinance became effective immediately upon its passage by Council and approval by Mayor James Overstreet on May 13. Per the ordinance, short-term rentals in any residential district in Eastlake are prohibited. The ordinance also includes for a portion […] Subscribe to continue reading this article. Originally Published: June 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM EDT
Willoughby Hills continues to address lack of cell coverage on east end

3 weeks ago | news-herald.com | Marah Morrison

Willoughby Hills City Council is continuing to work through the steps to update the city’s cell tower site requirements. According to Mayor Chris Hallum, Council President Michael Kline is planning additional conversations with Council to consider changes. “Waite Hill held a public meeting to discuss a potential cell tower at the Village Town Hall,” Hallum said.