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The Portage County Legal News
The Portage County Legal News is a daily publication devoted to legal, financial, real estate and general news. Designated by the Federal, County and Municipal Courts as the Official Law Journal of Portage County, Ohio.
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Retired U.S. District Court Judge Lesley Wells remembered
A trailblazer in the legal profession, retired U.S. District Court Judge Lesley Wells served on the bench in the Northern District of Ohio for approximately 21 years, earning a reputation as a fair and respectful jurist, who carefully examined all sides of a case before issuing a ruling.
“Judge Wells had a commanding prese ... (full story)
Watchdog report says American e-waste is causing a 'hidden tsunami' in Southeast Asia
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Millions of tons of discarded electronics from the United States are being shipped overseas, much of it to developing countries in Southeast Asia unprepared to safely handle hazardous waste, according to a new report by an environmental watchdog.
The Seattle-based Basel Action Network, or BAN, said a ... (full story)