Put-in-Bay History
Located in the shallow western end of Lake Erie is a group of 20 or more islands rich in Put-in-Bay history. One of these, alternately called Put-in-Bay or South Bass Island, served as a base of operations for Oliver Hazard Perry. It was from the harbor called Put-in-Bay that Perry sailed to defeat the British…
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Breathtaking Footage – Tens of Thousands of Cormorants In Flight
You’d be forgiven for thinking that you were watching an episode of Planet Earth, but this is actually amateur footage taken from the Put-in-Bay Condos on Lake Erie. Tens of thousands of cormorants skim their way across Lake Erie on their way to, well, wherever it is they’re heading. The stars of this breathtaking video…
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National Parks Bill to help Put-in-Bay
A National Parks Service bill proposed by Sen. Rob Portman could address a $12 billion backlog of deferred maintenance at National Parks. It would bring more than $1.8 million to one of Dayton’s historical sites and millions elsewhere. Portman introduced the Restore Our Parks Act in the U.S. Senate last week, according to his office.…
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Labatt Beer – Drinking for Cleaner Water
Labatt USA Partners with Lake Erie Waterkeeper to Promote Local Water Stewardship in Ohio This Summer Investment in local organization serves as part of Labatt USA’s larger partnership with the global Waterkeeper Alliance to protect and sustain drinkable, fishable and swimmable water Labatt USA will partner with Lake Erie Waterkeeper to further its efforts to…
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Put-in-Bay Paranormal
Is the island normal or is Put-in-Bay Paranormal? According to some paranormal researchers, there is convincing evidence that yes is the answer. The following will discuss claims of other worldly visitors at three Put-in-Bay establishments: The Park Hotel, the Doller House and the Crews Nest. Put-in-Bay Paranormal: 3 Suspected Haunts Park Hotel The Park Hotel…
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Put-in-Bay Ferry Service Stops for 2017 Season
The Miller Ferry has stopped Put-in-Bay Ferry Service for the 2017 season. Due to lower than normal temperatures and windy conditions, the docks have become unsafe. Therefore, service is suspended until further notice. The Miller Ferry Crew, led by Billy Market, provides islanders and visitors safe passage to the island. This crew works tirelessly to…
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Put-in-Bay Police Find Human Remains on Put-in-Bay
Put in Bay Police Department News Release On Sept 1st, 2017 the Put in Bay Police were notified of possible human remains discovered at a construction site in Put in Bay Township, South Bass island. Below is a news release relating to this incident. A follow up to previous articles… September 9, 2017, Fox News…
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Lonz Winery on Middle Bass Island reopens to the public!
It seems like just yesterday, but it’s actually been sixteen years since the deadly porch collapse which closed the Lonz Winery on Middle Bass Island. Now, the historic beauty is ready for her next chapter: as the centerpiece of a state park with terrific waterfront views. The historic Lonz Winery has been rehabbed and renovated…
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Put-in-Bay Loses Beloved Community Member
PUT-IN-BAY: Eugene H. “Tipper” Niese, 79, of Put-in-Bay, OH died Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at Stein Hospice Care Center, Sandusky, OH. He was born May 13, 1937 in Ottawa, OH the son of Walter and Marcella (Weis) Niese. He married Carol Hoersten on March 4, 1957 and she preceded him in death on August 6,…
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Put-in-Bay Grand Opening 2017
The long hard winter is behind us and Put-In-Bay officially opens for the season this weekend! The Miller Ferry left the dock at 7am this morning with great fanfare, making it’s maiden 2017 journey for the new schedule which starts today. Islanders and visitors alike rejoiced. We are expecting another incredible summer at Put-In-Bay and…
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