A man is back in custody after allegedly being found with drugs and several guns in his vehicle and home. Read moreFindlay man jailed after traffic stop, drug search at Shinkle Street home
A man is in custody after being found with a 15-year-old girl who had been reported missing from North Carolina. Read moreMan wanted for abduction in North Carolina arrested in Lima after being found with missing 15-year-old
To address potential financial strain, Smith has asked Lima City Council to approve a voluntary early retirement incentive program for eligible city employees. The proposal would apply to employees with at least 25 years of service. Smith says if all eligible staff choose to participate, the move could substantially reduce labor costs and improve operational efficiency. Read moreCity of Lima examines new strategies to maintain financial stability
Voting location manager Barbara Hochstetler said, “The day has been very steady. We had people lined up. Someone here was here at six o'clock this morning, and at 6:30 we probably had a good 10 or 12 people. And throughout the day, it's been very steady this morning. So we're pleased to see the people of the township coming out to vote today.” Read moreHigh interest in trustee race drives strong voter turnout in Shawnee Township
A man released from prison this year is recovering in a Columbus hospital after allegedly exchanging gunfire with Lima Police officers during a Friday night traffic stop that left an officer injured. Read moreSuspect in Lima Police shooting served time in prison for failure to comply with a police officer
A former St. Marys school bus driver has been indicted on 13 sex-related charges involving a student, though the alleged incidents did not occur on school grounds. Read moreFormer St. Marys School employee indicted on 13 sex-related counts
A Friday night traffic stop in Lima, Ohio, escalated into a shooting that left a suspect and a police officer injured, prompting investigations by the Lima Police Department and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation. Read moreSuspect name has been released from Friday nights shooting incident with LPD officers
Lima and Allen County leaders have launched the “Stronger Together Fund” to support local food assistance programs as thousands of residents face the loss of SNAP benefits during the ongoing federal government shutdown. Read more“Stronger Together”: Lima, Allen County leaders unite to combat hunger during shutdown
Governor DeWine will soon sign an executive order directing the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) to give $7 million to various Ohio food banks and up to $18 million in emergency relief benefits to more than 63,000 Ohioans – including more than 57,000 children – who are at or below 50% of the federal poverty level. Read moreOhio Lawmakers allocate $25 Million to support families amid SNAP uncertainty
A $220,000 donation is keeping the West Ohio Community Action Partnership’s (WOCAP) Head Start programs open temporarily after the government shutdown halted funding. Read more$220K donation keeps Lima Head Start programs open amid federal shutdown
A man is back in custody after allegedly being found with drugs and several guns in his vehicle and home. Read moreFindlay man jailed after traffic stop, drug search at Shinkle Street home
Ohio Northern University (ONU) and Cenovus Energy Inc. announced a strategic partnership designed to enhance educational resources and career pathways for students in the T.J. Smull College of Engineering. Read moreCenovus Energy and Ohio Northern University announce partnership to support development of the engineering workforce
The Lima City Council is stepping in to help families impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown and cuts to food assistance benefits. Read moreLima City Council launches food drive to help families affected by SNAP cuts
As winter approaches, the Ohio Department of Transportation is making sure its fleet is ready to tackle whatever the season brings. Read moreODOT crews prepare equipment for winter weather across Ohio
As the West Ohio Food Bank continues to see rising needs, support is coming from the community. Read moreReineke Family Dealerships donate $1,800 to West Ohio Food Bank
The West Ohio Food Bank says the need for food assistance in the region is rising quickly as federal SNAP benefits are reduced. Read moreWest Ohio Food Bank reports rising need as SNAP benefits are reduced
“For the eighth through 11th graders, it's an opportunity for you to get some exposure,” said Londell Smith of the Smith Jones Family Foundation. “You can see what it might be like. You can see if you can see yourself in that environment. Get some information in terms of what you have to do to prepare to be able to maximize that environment. That way when you come back home, you know what to do in school.” Read moreSmith Jones Foundation to host field trip to HBCU College Fair for students
The assistance applies to natural gas and electric utilities, bulk fuel, coal, or wood, with benefit limits for each type of heating. In addition, the program provides up to $1,500 for heating unit repair or replacement. Read moreWinter Crisis Program provides support for low-income residents’ heating costs
“So it's a great opportunity to lift that financial barrier, and that's what our mission is at the university, to be able to have access, make it affordable, of course, with our academic excellence,” said Bryan Albright, assistant dean of student success. “But this just lifts that financial barrier for students who are very excited, where students don't have to worry about financing their education, they can just focus on their academic studies.” Read moreRegional Campus Commitment offers financial relief for college students
A man is in custody after being found with a 15-year-old girl who had been reported missing from North Carolina. Read moreMan wanted for abduction in North Carolina arrested in Lima after being found with missing 15-year-old
Ohio Northern University (ONU) and Cenovus Energy Inc. announced a strategic partnership designed to enhance educational resources and career pathways for students in the T.J. Smull College of Engineering. Read moreCenovus Energy and Ohio Northern University announce partnership to support development of the engineering workforce
The Lima City Council is stepping in to help families impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown and cuts to food assistance benefits. Read moreLima City Council launches food drive to help families affected by SNAP cuts
As winter approaches, the Ohio Department of Transportation is making sure its fleet is ready to tackle whatever the season brings. Read moreODOT crews prepare equipment for winter weather across Ohio
As the West Ohio Food Bank continues to see rising needs, support is coming from the community. Read moreReineke Family Dealerships donate $1,800 to West Ohio Food Bank
The West Ohio Food Bank says the need for food assistance in the region is rising quickly as federal SNAP benefits are reduced. Read moreWest Ohio Food Bank reports rising need as SNAP benefits are reduced
“For the eighth through 11th graders, it's an opportunity for you to get some exposure,” said Londell Smith of the Smith Jones Family Foundation. “You can see what it might be like. You can see if you can see yourself in that environment. Get some information in terms of what you have to do … Read moreSmith Jones Foundation to host field trip to HBCU College Fair for students
A man is back in custody after allegedly being found with drugs and several guns in his vehicle and home. Read moreFindlay man jailed after traffic stop, drug search at Shinkle Street home
A man is in custody after being found with a 15-year-old girl who had been reported missing from North Carolina. Read moreMan wanted for abduction in North Carolina arrested in Lima after being found with missing 15-year-old
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 - November 3, 2025
A Mount Victory man has been indicted on multiple charges, including aggravated murder, in connection with the fatal stabbing of James Collins in early October. Read moreMount Victory man indicted for October murder in Hardin County
A man released from prison this year is recovering in a Columbus hospital after allegedly exchanging gunfire with Lima Police officers during a Friday night traffic stop that left an officer injured. Read moreSuspect in Lima Police shooting served time in prison for failure to comply with a police officer
A former St. Marys school bus driver has been indicted on 13 sex-related charges involving a student, though the alleged incidents did not occur on school grounds. Read moreFormer St. Marys School employee indicted on 13 sex-related counts
