Continental Airlines announced last week that it will not continue flights between Cleveland and Heathrow Airport in London.

The decision eliminates Northeast Ohio's only nonstop flight to Europe. Mayor Frank Jackson said city leaders will lobby to get back a London flight. Airport Director Ricky Smith said business and civic leaders also are exploring options for reclaiming a European route.

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