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The concert series, held in downtown Toledo, promises live music, food and family fun. It’s also seen as an economic generator for local restaurants and bars.

TOLEDO, Ohio — Toledo’s popular downtown concert series, Party in the Park, returns this Friday, offering free live music and community festivities throughout the summer.

Local leaders and businesses say the event is a welcome boost for families and downtown establishments.

Party in the Park will run nearly every Friday throughout the season.

The concert series, held at Promenade Park, promises live music, food and family fun. It’s also seen as an economic driver for local restaurants and bars.

“It helps out here, especially during the weekend,” Letrae Walker, manager at City Egg, said. “People can come out here and travel, get good views. It's just a beautiful place to be out here during the weekend.”

ConnecToledo, one of the organizers of the event, has teamed up with local bars and restaurants to host pre- and post-party events, creating a vibrant nightlife atmosphere.

“We’re going to have 10 local options for cocktails on site,” said Cheryl Hardy, community engagement and activation specialist with ConnecToledo. “We're very, very excited that this is something local.”

For many residents, the concert series holds a nostalgic place in their hearts.

“I remember coming to Party in the Park in the past. So glad that it's coming back,” Philip Buerk, a former Toledo resident, said. “It was a nice activity down here, especially with downtown, how revitalized it is now with all the new shops and places to hang out. So it's a really nice, good event for families to come to.”

City leaders echo that sentiment, saying the return of Party in the Park brings more than just entertainment — it’s a sign of community spirit and resilience.

“It's just going to be a good time for everybody to come down on Friday and enjoy a free concert in the park,” Toledo City Council President Carrie Hartman said.

Hartman added that the free concerts are especially meaningful during tough economic times.

“I think this is really going to benefit Toledoans,” she said. “Especially because we know a lot of families are struggling right now. It’s hard out there. So free concerts downtown that everybody can enjoy — bring your families, bring a blanket, sit in the park. I think this is just a lovely thing that we can do to bring community and fun to our downtown city.”

Party in the Park is expected to draw hundreds to the heart of downtown Toledo each week, celebrating music, local culture and the city’s ongoing revitalization.

TOLEDO, Ohio — A Toledo man is in custody after authorities say he poured gasoline on the mother of his child and set her on fire.

Delvon Stone, 33, is charged with aggravated arson, felonious assault and domestic violence in connection with the incident, which allegedly occurred on April 28. Court records show Stone doused the woman with gasoline and ignited it, causing severe burns to her body.

The victim, whose name has not been released, required surgery as part of her treatment for the injuries.

Stone was booked into the Lucas County jail.

He was arraigned in Toledo Municipal Court on May 27 and had his bond set at $250,000. He was also assigned a public defender.

A temporary protection order was filed on behalf of the victim. Stone is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on June 3.

Stone is pictured below:

If convicted on the charges of aggravated arson and felonious assault, Stone could face years in prison. Aggravated arson is a first-degree felony in Ohio, and the felonious assault charge is a second-degree felony.

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Toledo, OH (May 21, 2025) – A person was injured in a two-vehicle collision Tuesday in the Five Points-Library Village area of Toledo, according to local reports.

The crash occurred at the intersection of Berkeley Dr and W Sylvania Ave, a busy residential-commercial corridor on the city’s west side. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene and provided medical assistance to at least one injured individual. Authorities have not released specific information regarding the severity of the injuries or whether others were involved.

The intersection experienced temporary traffic disruption as crews worked to manage the scene and remove the vehicles. Police are currently investigating the cause of the crash.

We extend our well wishes to the injured individual and hope for a smooth and complete recovery.

Two-Vehicle Collisions in West Toledo Neighborhoods

Intersections like Berkeley Dr and W Sylvania Ave are common crash sites in densely populated areas of Toledo. With local traffic, nearby schools, and frequent turning vehicles, even routine drives through these zones can become dangerous—particularly when drivers are distracted, fail to yield, or misjudge oncoming traffic.

Two-vehicle crashes at intersections often involve side impacts or front-end collisions, both of which can lead to a range of injuries. Prompt medical response, like the one seen in this incident, is vital to preventing complications and ensuring proper care for those involved.

As part of its traffic safety efforts, Toledo continues to assess intersection improvements and implement public awareness campaigns. Still, preventing crashes ultimately relies on driver awareness and caution—especially in mixed-use corridors where pedestrians, buses, and cyclists are also present.

If you or someone you care about was injured in this crash, now is the time to explore your options for care and support.

Injured in a two-vehicle crash? Let Local Accident Reports help you navigate what comes next. We connect you with trusted medical care, recovery guidance, and local support so you don’t have to handle the aftermath alone. Contact Local Accident Reports today and take your first step toward healing.

Bob Kelly was a fixture on Toledo’s radio airwaves for over 50 years, earning the admiration of colleagues and listeners alike.

TOLEDO, Ohio — Toledo is remembering one of its most iconic voices,. Bob Kelly, a beloved radio personality whose career spanned more than five decades, died on his 84th birthday. Known off-air as Norm Plummer, Kelly leaves behind a legacy of humor, kindness and inspiration in the broadcasting community.

Kelly was a fixture on Toledo’s radio airwaves for over 50 years, earning the admiration of colleagues and listeners alike. Friends and former coworkers said his unique personality and dedication to his craft made a lasting impact on the community.

“He was funny. He was quick-witted, just sharp as a tack with the lines. But mostly he was a kind person, very gentle,” said Tom Waniewski, a longtime friend and former co-worker of Kelly.

Former WTOL 11 news anchor Jerry Anderson, who worked in Toledo television for nearly four decades, said Kelly helped shape his own career in broadcasting.

“He wasn’t that voice of God guy on radio. He was just Bob,” Anderson said. “He had a perfect voice for what he did in radio. And so quick, so funny. I mean, boom, boom, boom. His mind, I just marveled at.”

Anderson shared a personal moment with Kelly that left a lasting impression.

“I told him, ‘Bob, you’re the reason I got into broadcasting.’ And without missing a beat he goes, ‘Well, that’s a lot of blame to lay on any one person.’ And that was just Bob,” Anderson recalled.

Both Anderson and Waniewski emphasized the influence Kelly had on their lives and the legacy he left behind.

“Toledo has lost—we’ve lost—an icon,” Anderson said. “But you know what, they can’t swipe your memories from you. And I have a lot of good ones with Bob.”

“I never heard him say a bad word about anybody,” Waniewski added. “And it was important to me, as my career was growing, that he was very supportive of what I did.”

Funeral arrangements for Bob Kelly have not yet been announced. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

It's not identity theft — because "Identity theft is not a joke, Jim" — but there will be a familiar face in the cast when the spinoff of NBC's beloved "The Office" premieres later this year. And this new show will be set in Ohio.

Yes, "The Office" is finally getting a spinoff, "The Paper," USA TODAY reports. NBC's streaming service Peacock has picked up the new mockumentary-style comedy from Greg Daniels (who adapted the British version of "The Office" for the U.S.) and Michael Koman ("Nathan for You"). And it's set in the same universe as the Dunder Mifflin crew.

So, what will "The Paper" be about? And when will it air? Here's what to know.

When will 'The Paper' premiere on Peacock?

Peacock announced May 12 that "The Paper" will premiere on the streaming service in September, USA TODAY reports.

'The Paper' will be set in Toledo, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio is the new Scranton, Pennsylvania in "The Paper," which focuses on the floundering newsroom of local paper The Truth Teller, according to a news release.

"The documentary crew that immortalized Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton branch is in search of a new subject when they discover a dying historic Midwestern newspaper and the publisher trying to revive it with volunteer reporters," Peacock said May 7, as reported by USA TODAY.

Is the Toledo Truth Teller a real newspaper?

Film Toledo shared that it helped "The Paper" production team source authentic memorabilia, brands and stories to make the show more authentic and accurate, according to WTOL.

The show follows the resurrection of a newspaper named the Toledo Truth Teller, but there's no indication that is or was a real publication in the Glass City.

'Welcome to Flatch' spotlights fictional Ohio town

'The Office' spinoff cast 'The Paper' sees one actor reprising role

Original "The Office" cast member Oscar Nunez is reprising his role in the new series, which also stars Domnhall Gleeson ("About Time," General Hux in the Star Wars sequel trilogy) and Sabrina Impacciatore ("The White Lotus).

USA TODAY reports that Peacock announced "The Paper" premiere at its annual upfront presentation in New York, where Gleeson, Nunez and Impacciatore debuted a clip of the series which Gleeson described as being about “underdog characters that are banding together to keep journalism alive.”

'The Office' launches careers of Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Mindy Kaling

"The Office," which launched the careers of Steve Carell, John Krasinski and Mindy Kaling, concluded its nine-season NBC run in 2013. It slowly blossomed into a major hit, especially on streaming. In 2020, "The Office" was the most-streamed show, according to Nielsen, with more than 57 billion minutes viewed.