Warren mayor declares state of emergency ahead of dangerous cold
The emergency declaration made by Mayor Lori Stone Saturday allows the City Council to allocate funds for response to the expected cold weather, according to city officials.
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The emergency declaration made by Mayor Lori Stone Saturday allows the City Council to allocate funds for response to the expected cold weather, according to city officials.
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