Joe Lyons

Norwalk Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol Investigating A Fatal Motorcycle Crash

• October 14, 2024

Village of Republic – The Norwalk Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred on October 11, 2024, at 2:05 p.m. on State Route 19 at State Route 18 in the Village of Republic, Huron County.

William Owsley, age 71, of Fremont, Ohio, was traveling southbound on State Route 19 on a 2016 Harley Davidson motorcycle. Diane Fisher, age 66, also of Fremont, Ohio, was traveling southbound on State Route 19 in front of Mr. Owsley in a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado and was stopped at the stop sign for State Route 18. Mr. Owsley struck Ms. Fisher from behind.

Mr. Owsley, who was not wearing a helmet, was transported from the scene to ProMedica Toledo Hospital by Life Flight. He succumb ed to his injuries at 3:45 p.m. on October 13, 2024. Ms. Fisher, who was wearing her seatbelt, sustained minor injuries and was taken to Mercy Health – Tiffin Hospital by Seneca County EMS. Wilc ox Garage responded to the scene and towed both vehicles.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by the Republic Fire Department, the Seneca County Sheriff’s Office, Republic Police, Seneca County EMS, Life Flight, and Wilcox Garage.

At this time, it is unknown whether alcohol or drugs were factors , and the crash remains under investigation.

Ashland 2024 Trick-or-Treat Schedule: Safety First for Halloween Festivities

• October 11, 2024

 

Ashland, OH — The City of Ashland has set its annual Halloween trick-or-treat event for Thursday, October 31st, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, regardless of weather conditions. Families can prepare for an evening of fun, as children make their rounds collecting treats in neighborhoods throughout the city.

The City continues its tradition of holding trick-or-treating on the Thursday closest to Halloween, a decision made to avoid conflicts with Friday night high school football games and other weekend activities. The early evening time frame, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, has been chosen with safety in mind.

“Even with reflective costumes and flashlights, the risk of accidents increases after dark. The earlier hours are set to ensure our children can enjoy a fun, safe experience,” city officials stated in a recent announcement.

To participate, residents are encouraged to turn on their porch lights as a signal to welcome trick-or-treaters. Those homes with porch lights off are to indicate non-participation. Trick-or-treaters are urged to respect these signals and follow safety guidelines throughout the evening.

This community tradition promises to deliver another night of Halloween excitement, with safety at the forefront.

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