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Published Oct. 18, 2006
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Wading into autumn
John Lody of North Ridgeville fishes in the Rocky River in North Olmsted Sunday. (Photo by Larry Bennet)
Police praised for putting own safety on back burner
ROCKY RIVER — Three police officers who were the first to respond to a condominium fire this summer are recognized for saving two lives.

Fairview Tops purchased by Giant Eagle
logoWESTSHORE — The grocery store which anchors Fairview Shopping Center has a future under a new owner. But the future of Tops stores in North Olmsted and Westlake is still uncertain.

Mihaljevic murder still haunts area writer
photoBAY VILLAGE — It's been 17 years since 10-year-old Amy Mihaljevic disappeared on her way home from school Oct. 27, 1989. Her murder remains a traumatic event in the memory of Westshore residents. A local writer has written a book about the case, which although unsolved has generated thousands of tips to law enforcement authorities.

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photoBulldogs are stung by Bees in shocker
For the Olmsted Falls Bulldogs, it was a Friday the 13th they'll remember for a long time. Brecksville won the game, and very likely, the SWC title with a last second touchdown.
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Landscapers create their own trace of paradise
photoGardening columnist Thea Steinmetz profiles Byron Shutt and Julia Jones, owners of Maple Leaf Landscaping. They are, Steimnetz says, an example of a new breed of landscapers emerging over the last few years — younger, energetic willing to maintain a close relationship with their clients.

 
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