Mayor Sharetta Smith said the program is about more than having officers stationed in one location.
“Community Oriented Policing for the Lima Police Department is more than just a substation at a particular location. It is a philosophy and a way that we do police work, and having these substations in the neighborhood is a visual of that we work in partnership with our residents, business owners, and all of our stakeholders in our community to keep us all safe.” Read moreLima Police reintroduce COP Program to strengthen community ties
An Auglaize County woman has pleaded guilty to the 2022 aggravated murder of her estranged husband, a killing captured on an in-car camera that led to multiple federal convictions and lengthy prison sentences. Read moreAuglaize County woman pleads guilty to 2022 murder of estranged husband
Fire crews quickly controlled a late-night fire at a renovated home in Shawnee Township, and the cause remains under investigation. Read moreFire under investigation at renovated home in Shawnee Township
Multiple fire departments battled a second alarm residential house fire in Shawnee Township early Friday morning. Read moreShawnee Township home damaged by early morning fire
A Lima woman is in custody after police say a fetus was found in a dumpster. Read moreLima woman arrested after fetus discovered in dumpster
Earlier this week, Allen County Sheriff's deputies began wearing body cameras for the first time. Read moreAllen County Sheriff's Office officially adopts body cameras
Allen County has completed a major upgrade to its 9-1-1 system. Read moreAllen County completes next-generation 9-1-1 upgrade
While an exciting weekend is on the way with the super bowl, it is still important to pay attention on the roads. The fatal crash report of 2025 highlighted 13 fatal crashes as well as over 3 thousand non-fatal crashes. Read moreAllen County fatal crash report reveals 13 deadly crashes
Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith making a statement at her weekly media briefing regarding the increased chatter around an ICE presence in the city. Read moreLima Mayor Sharetta Smith addresses rumors of ICE agents in the city
An Elida man was sentenced to four and a half years in prison and lost his driver’s license for 50 years after causing a deadly crash in Auglaize County where alcohol was suspected. Read moreElida man sentenced to prison in fatal Auglaize County crash
Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visited Bath Middle School to launch the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, a statewide program encouraging students to build lifelong wellness habits through physical activity and personal growth. Read moreBath Wildcats join statewide Team Tressel Fitness Challenge
Students from Heir Force Community Schools are getting a hands-on look at whether a future career in STEM fields could be right for them. Read moreHeir Force Community School students build skills through STEM field trip
Mayor Sharetta Smith said the program is about more than having officers stationed in one location.
“Community Oriented Policing for the Lima Police Department is more than just a substation at a particular location. It is a philosophy and a way that we do police work, and having these substations in the neighborhood is a visual of that we work in partnership with our residents, business owners, and all of our stakeholders in our community to keep us all safe.” Read moreLima Police reintroduce COP Program to strengthen community ties
The Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging people to adopt simple daily habits that may help reduce the risk of cognitive decline and improve long-term brain health. Read moreAlzheimer’s Association shares tips for maintaining brain health
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - February 9, 2026
Security experts say businesses that develop and regularly review active threat plans can significantly improve employee safety during violent emergencies. Read moreWest Central Ohio Security Council learn about preparedness for active threat situations
After a second reading Monday night, Lima City Council placed the Cable Road safety project on third reading. The legislation would allow Mayor Sharetta Smith and the city to move forward with right-of-way acquisitions for the project, which spans from Latham Avenue to College Park West. Read moreLima City Council sends Cable Road Safety Project to third reading
At the Shawnee Township trustees meeting Monday night, three new firefighters were sworn into the Shawnee Township Fire Department. Read moreShawnee Township welcomes three new firefighters
An Allen County woman is being hailed as a hero for her actions in saving a Shawnee Township couple from a house fire last Friday morning. At Monday night’s trustees meeting, Shawnee Township resident Kylee Morrisey was presented with the Lifesaver Award by Shawnee Fire Chief Austin Miller. Read moreQuick action earns Shawnee Township resident Lifesaver Award after Yoakam Road fire
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. will close its Tall Timbers mold facility in Findlay by March 31, affecting 85 workers as the company consolidates operations into North Carolina. Read moreGoodyear to close Findlay’s Tall Timbers Mold Facility, impacting 85 workers
Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visited Bath Middle School to launch the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, a statewide program encouraging students to build lifelong wellness habits through physical activity and personal growth. Read moreBath Wildcats join statewide Team Tressel Fitness Challenge
The Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging people to adopt simple daily habits that may help reduce the risk of cognitive decline and improve long-term brain health. Read moreAlzheimer’s Association shares tips for maintaining brain health
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - February 9, 2026
Security experts say businesses that develop and regularly review active threat plans can significantly improve employee safety during violent emergencies. Read moreWest Central Ohio Security Council learn about preparedness for active threat situations
After a second reading Monday night, Lima City Council placed the Cable Road safety project on third reading. The legislation would allow Mayor Sharetta Smith and the city to move forward with right-of-way acquisitions for the project, which spans from Latham Avenue to College Park West. Read moreLima City Council sends Cable Road Safety Project to third reading
At the Shawnee Township trustees meeting Monday night, three new firefighters were sworn into the Shawnee Township Fire Department. Read moreShawnee Township welcomes three new firefighters
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - February 9, 2026
An Auglaize County woman has pleaded guilty to the 2022 aggravated murder of her estranged husband, a killing captured on an in-car camera that led to multiple federal convictions and lengthy prison sentences. Read moreAuglaize County woman pleads guilty to 2022 murder of estranged husband
An Auglaize County woman pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges related to sexual contact with a minor, with additional charges dropped as part of a plea agreement. Read moreAuglaize County woman pleads guilty to sexual battery charges
A Lima woman is in custody after police say a fetus was found in a dumpster. Read moreLima woman arrested after fetus discovered in dumpster
A high speed chase down I-75 from Findlay to Lima kept law enforcement moving Tuesday night. Read moreLima man leads law enforcement on multi-county chase
An Elida man was sentenced to four and a half years in prison and lost his driver’s license for 50 years after causing a deadly crash in Auglaize County where alcohol was suspected. Read moreElida man sentenced to prison in fatal Auglaize County crash
