It's a new place to call home sweet home. The City of Lorain has opened a brand new fire station on the east side to replace the one built in 1919.
"This is your home away from home," explained retired firefighter Lonnie George.
100 years later, station four firefighters are settling into a new space.
"We couldn't be happier that it's finally here and we've got a great place to live and work," said Lt. Dan McBennett.
Funds from a fire levy helped to build the new station.
"It's a great addition to this part of the city. This was an empty corner for a long time so it was very nice to see it being put to good use," said Terri George, who's lived in Lorain her whole life.
The new building is spacious with modern amenities.
"It also gives us a sense of safety and awareness that were finally giving back to the people who are protecting us," said George George, a lifetime resident of Lorain.