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Athens City Council 1st Ward candidates talk goals, West Side community
The at-large candidates, all Democrats, shared their thoughts on affordable housing, accessibility and more.
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Athens council takes dim view of retroactive building permit request
The out-of-town owner of a rental property wants the city to issue a special right-of-way permit for work that was completed last summer.
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Nelsonville city manager resigns after months on administrative leave
The council accepted former City Manager Tom Cangemi’s resignation at its meeting Monday night.
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Nelsonville advisory commission gnaws on ‘December problem’
A month-long gap pause in council meetings could stall city operations.
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Athens City Council considers sidewalks as part of roundabout
Sidewalks, as proposed for the SR 682/56 roundabout project scheduled for construction starting this summer, drew concern from two Athens City Council members during a related ordinance’s first reading on Monday.
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Chauncey sewer project expected to be complete by July
After decades of disrepair, Chauncey’s sewer system is finally getting an upgrade. The village expects to make further infrastructure improvements soon.
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New Athens County 911/EMA center opens
After years of development and a sales tax levy, a brand new Athens County 911/EMA center is set to open this month.
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Plans revealed for SR 682/56 roundabout construction
Athens City Council discussed that project Monday night along with a makeover of the northern end of Uptown and this year’s street closures.
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Nelsonville law director suggests appointing plaintiffs in lawsuit against city to fill council seats
With a looming deadline to fill vacant seats and no applications for them, City Law Director Jonathan Robe suggested appointing two residents who are suing the city over council positions.
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Athens County Board of Elections replaces Democrat member
The board of elections also appointed director and deputy director at its organizational meeting on Wednesday.
