14 members of a swim team were transported to the hospital to be checked out for possible chlorine exposure in Minster Tuesday morning. Read moreMechanical issue at Minster Pool prompts hospital evaluations for several swimmers
Two juveniles face charges after allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase through Hancock and Seneca counties before deputies disabled their vehicle and the suspects fled on foot. Read moreJuveniles face charges following multi-county chase that started and ended in Findlay
Three people were hospitalized, including one transported by CareFlight, following a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of state routes 274 and 364 near New Bremen on Saturday afternoon.
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A 36-year-old Kenton man was killed Friday evening when his truck left the roadway and overturned on State Route 613 in Hancock County. Read moreKenton man killed in Hancock County rollover crash
Van Wert officials finalized a deal with QTS Data Centers for a proposed $10 billion campus expected to bring jobs, tax revenue and workforce training opportunities to the community. Read moreVan Wert announces $10 billion QTS data center campus investment
A Lima man was sentenced for a shooting outside a Lima bar last year. Read moreLima man sentenced in shooting outside bar
A Hardin County man was arrested following a high speed chase that started in Lima Wednesday morning. Read moreHardin County man arrested after multi-county high speed chase
A rural New Knoxville home sustained extensive damage after a fire broke out Tuesday evening on Holtkamp Road. Firefighters from two counties responded, and all occupants escaped safely without injuries. Read moreFamily escapes safely after Auglaize County house fire
Indiana State Police say that they have solved the cold case murder of a Van Wert native. Read moreIndiana State Police solve 1997 murder of Van Wert native through DNA evidence
An arrest has been made in connection with the death of St. Marys man. Read moreLima man arrested in connection to the death of a St. Marys man
14 members of a swim team were transported to the hospital to be checked out for possible chlorine exposure in Minster Tuesday morning. Read moreMechanical issue at Minster Pool prompts hospital evaluations for several swimmers
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 - June 1, 2026
The St. Marys Community Public Library launched its America 250-themed summer reading program with family activities and educational events aimed at keeping children engaged in reading throughout the summer. Read moreStars, Stripes and Stories: St. Marys Library kicks off Summer Reading Program
The Lima Rotary Club heard a special presentation on Monday about upcoming celebrations for America's 250th anniversary. Read moreLima Rotary Club receives update on America 250 celebrations and Star Spangled Spectacular
If you're looking for something new to add to your summer reading list, consider an old book. Read moreFriends of the Library book sale celebrates 60 years of supporting Putnam County libraries
The City of Lima's Mayor’s Spring Cleanup program resumes this weekend after a Memorial Day break, offering residents access to dumpsters at six locations across the city. Through its first two weekends, the program has served 521 residents, filled 42 dumpsters and collected hundreds of tires and loads of debris. Read moreMayor’s Spring Cleanup returns after holiday break, continues strong participation
Lima City Schools has launched its 10-week free summer lunch program, providing hot meals to children ages 1 to 18 at multiple locations throughout the city. School officials hope the program helps families manage rising household costs while ensuring children have access to nutritious meals during summer break. Read moreFree summer lunch program returns to feed Lima-area kids through August
The Allen County Land Bank has demolished 296 structures since its creation and plans to continue removing blighted properties this summer, including a hazardous home on Sherman Street. Officials are also exploring the possibility of building single-family homes on land bank properties to address housing needs and support neighborhood revitalization. Read moreAllen County Land Bank plans busy summer of demolitions, explores building new homes
Two juveniles face charges after allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase through Hancock and Seneca counties before deputies disabled their vehicle and the suspects fled on foot. Read moreJuveniles face charges following multi-county chase that started and ended in Findlay
A local Girl Scout troop is inviting volunteers to help clean and maintain Camp Woodhaven ahead of a busy summer season of outdoor activities and troop events. Read moreVolunteers needed to prepare Camp Woodhaven for Summer Girl Scout activities
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 - June 1, 2026
The St. Marys Community Public Library launched its America 250-themed summer reading program with family activities and educational events aimed at keeping children engaged in reading throughout the summer. Read moreStars, Stripes and Stories: St. Marys Library kicks off Summer Reading Program
The Allen County Land Bank has demolished 296 structures since its creation and plans to continue removing blighted properties this summer, including a hazardous home on Sherman Street. Officials are also exploring the possibility of building single-family homes on land bank properties to ad… Read moreAllen County Land Bank plans busy summer of demolitions, explores building new homes
A local Girl Scout troop is inviting volunteers to help clean and maintain Camp Woodhaven ahead of a busy summer season of outdoor activities and troop events. Read moreVolunteers needed to prepare Camp Woodhaven for Summer Girl Scout activities
Ohio lawmakers have launched a bipartisan review of data center development, examining its economic benefits, energy demands and tax incentives before considering future policies. Read moreOhio Lawmakers begin review of data center impact across state
The 46th annual St. Gerard Festival drew thousands to Lima for food, entertainment and fellowship while honoring the legacy of the Redemptorist priests who founded the parish 110 years ago. Read moreSt. Gerard Festival celebrates community, honors founding Redemptorist Priests
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 - June 1, 2026
Two juveniles face charges after allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase through Hancock and Seneca counties before deputies disabled their vehicle and the suspects fled on foot. Read moreJuveniles face charges following multi-county chase that started and ended in Findlay
A Mercer County man pleaded guilty to 12 securities-related felonies after authorities said he fraudulently obtained more than $1.5 million from investors through his company, Buckeye Income Fund, LLC. Read moreMercer County man sentenced to 5 years probation for Securities Fraud and Theft
A Lima man was sentenced for a shooting outside a Lima bar last year. Read moreLima man sentenced in shooting outside bar
An Oregon teenager is facing federal charges after investigators say he made swatting calls targeting more than 20 Ohio schools, including Lima Senior High School. Read moreOregon man charged in Ohio school swatting calls including Lima Senior
A Hardin County man was arrested following a high speed chase that started in Lima Wednesday morning. Read moreHardin County man arrested after multi-county high speed chase
