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🌤️ Mentor Weather - Partly Cloudy- Temps 62 - 65

 🎉 Mentor Live Events - 50+ Live Events. Events Added Daily

 📰 Legendary Sportscaster Jim Donovan Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle

 📰 Lake County Secures $2.27 Million in State Grants for Environmental Cleanup

 🎃 Halloween Wine & Cocktail Trail: Festive Sips & Seasonal Bites until Oct. 31

 📰 Explore Lakeland Community College at Visit Day on Nov. 8

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: Real Estate: 🏘️ September Sees 14-Year Low in U.S. Home Sales Amid High Mortgage Rates

🏘️ Featured New Home Listings for Sale in Mentor, Ohio (44060)

 🏈 Winston Shines as Browns Notch First Home Victory of the Season

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📰 Legendary Sportscaster Jim Donovan Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle

Jim Donovan, a legendary Cleveland broadcaster, passed away at 68 after a prolonged battle with cancer. His 39-year career at WKYC and 25-season tenure as the radio voice of the Cleveland Browns made him a beloved figure in Northeast Ohio. Despite ongoing health challenges, including a leukemia relapse in 2023, he remained committed to his work, becoming a symbol of resilience and dedication. Jimmy's career earned him numerous awards and a lasting legacy in Cleveland sports history. He will be dearly missed. Read More at wkyc.com

🎃 Halloween Wine & Cocktail Trail: Festive Sips and Seasonal Bites Until October 31

It's Halloween week, and local wineries and distilleries are celebrating with the Adult Trick or Treat Wine & Cocktail Trail. This fun event, running through October 31st, offers a festive way for adults to indulge in seasonal flavors while enjoying a little Halloween spirit.

For $9 per person at each stop, guests can sample two wines or enjoy a mini cocktail, accompanied by a fall-themed or spooky appetizer. An additional fee gets you a taste of the featured signature cocktails or sangrias, each crafted to evoke the flavors of autumn.

Participating Locations and Featured Treats:

• Cask 307: Caramel Apple German Crumb Cake with the option to try a Caramel Apple Mule.

• Debonne Vineyards: Pumpkin Mac & Cheese pairs perfectly with the Spiced Pear Sparkler.

• South River Winery: Indulge in Pumpkin Cheesecake, with a refreshing Apple Cider Sangria available.

• Red Eagle Distillery: A Mini Maple Bourbon Sour is included, with an additional option for a Pumpkin Spice cocktail.

• Black Door Tavern: Sip on a Mini Pear Mimosa, or warm up with a Hot Boozy Coffee.

The trail wraps up on October 31st at 5 PM, so there's still time to experience this adult-friendly Halloween treat!

📰 Lake County Secures $2.27 Million in State Grants for Environmental Cleanup

The Lake County Land Bank recently received two state grants for brownfield remediation projects. These grants, totaling nearly $2.27 million, come from Ohio’s Brownfield Remediation Program and Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program.

One of the grants, worth $300,000, will be used to clean up a 20-acre industrial site on Blackbrook Road in Painesville Township. This land, previously part of the oil and gas industry, has environmental risks including storage ponds and above-ground tanks. The cleanup aims to make the area safer for potential economic use while protecting the community's health.

In addition, $1.97 million has been allocated for the demolition of 13 properties throughout Lake County. These include sites in several communities: Concord, Fairport Harbor, Madison Village, Willowick, Mentor, and Painesville. Overall, Lake County has secured $8.07 million in grants over six funding rounds to tackle various remediation projects.

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🏘️ September Sees 14-Year Low in U.S. Home Sales Amid High Mortgage Rates

In September, U.S. home sales fell to their slowest annual pace in nearly 14 years, despite a modest easing in mortgage rates and a rise in available properties. Existing home sales dropped 1% from August, hitting an annual rate of 3.84 million — the lowest since October 2010, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). This marks the second consecutive monthly decline and was below the 3.9 million rate expected by economists.

Sales declined in the Northeast, South, and Midwest but rose slightly in the West. Overall, sales were down 3.5% compared to last year. Meanwhile, the national median home price increased 3% to $404,500, the 15th month in a row of year-over-year gains. Over the past five years, median home prices have risen 49%, outpacing wage growth, which increased 25%.

The slowdown began in 2022 as mortgage rates climbed from pandemic lows. Last year, existing home sales hit a nearly 30-year low as the 30-year mortgage rate peaked near 8%. Although rates have since eased, potential buyers are hesitant, waiting for further reductions or the upcoming election.

The inventory of unsold homes rose by 1.5% from August and 23% from last year, reaching 1.39 million by the end of September. Homes now take longer to sell, averaging 28 days on the market, compared to 21 days a year ago. Current inventory equates to a 4.3-month supply, still short of the balanced 5- to 6-month level.

Fewer homes are attracting multiple bids, easing pressure on buyers. In September, only 20% of homes sold above their list price, down from 26% a year earlier. First-time buyers continue to struggle, representing just 26% of sales, while cash buyers made up 30%, a slight increase from last year.

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🏘️ Featured New Home Listings for Sale in Mentor, Ohio (44060)

9335 Corning Ave., Mentor, OH. 44060
4 Beds, 3.5 Baths, 3,400 Sqft., 0.26 Acre Lot
Sale Price $599,000
Listed by: Kiera Wyman Brokered by Howard Hanna - Madison
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6255 Lakewood Ct., Mentor, OH 44060
4 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1,872 Sqft., 0.32 Acre Lot
Sale Price $379,000
Listed by: Mark Baughman
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7549 Parker Dr., Mentor, OH 44060
3 Beds, 2 Baths, ??? Sqft., 0.57 Acre Lot
Sale Price $295,000
Listed by: Sara DiFranco
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8907 Woodridge Ln., Mentor, OH 44060
3 Beds, 2 Baths, ??? Sqft., 0.24 Acre Lot
Sale Price $244,900
Listed by: Christopher Stjernholm Brokered by Trelora Realty, Inc.
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7660 Holly Dr., Mentor, OH 44060
3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,008 Sqft., 8,002 Sqft. Lot
Sale Price $189,000
Listed by: Jerry Quade Brokered by Redfin Real Estate Corp.
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🏈 Winston Shines as Browns Notch First Home Victory of the Season

The Cleveland Browns captured their first home and divisional win of the season in Week 8, defeating the Baltimore Ravens 29-24 in a thrilling finish. It marked several firsts for the team: Jameis Winston’s debut as starting quarterback, offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey's first game calling plays, and the team's first 300-yard passing game of the season.

The Browns' offense, led by Winston, surpassed 20 points for the first time this season. Winston threw for 334 yards and three touchdowns, including a game-winning 38-yard pass to Cedric Tillman with under a minute left. Tillman’s catch capped off his breakout performance, finishing with seven receptions for 99 yards and a touchdown.

The defense also played a crucial role, holding firm when it mattered most. After the Browns took the lead late, Baltimore quickly advanced to the Cleveland 24-yard line. The Browns' defense tightened, forcing three consecutive incompletions from Lamar Jackson to seal the victory. Jackson, despite throwing for 263 yards and two touchdowns, was sacked three times, and RB Derrick Henry was limited to 73 rushing yards.

Key performances included WR Jerry Jeudy’s 30-yard catch, TE David Njoku’s 100th career game featuring a spectacular touchdown catch, and Nick Chubb’s milestone, moving into third place for the most rushing yards in Browns history.

In a game that showcased resilience and playmaking, the Browns celebrated their first home win with Huntington Bank Field roaring in approval as the final whistle blew.

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