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Heroin kills you. And it is here in the suburbs. That is the message Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Judge Michael Astrab brought to Bay Village two weeks ago at his 'Heroin in the Suburbs' Forum held at Bay Village Library. Continue reading -->
Love is spelled N.E.G.U. at St. Bernadette School in Westlake. N.E.G.U. It means 'Never, Ever Give Up.' It is the rallying cry for 9-year old Michael Orbany, a fourth grader at the school who has been battling cancer for four years. Continue reading -->
Cleveland Clinic and five WestShore fire departments have launched the PulsePoint CPR/AED smartphone app to help improve sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) survival rates. Bay Village Fire Chief Christopher Lyons introduced the program to Bay Village City Council Monday night with a presentation from Thomas Beers, Manager, Medical Services (EMS) and Bill Sillasen, EMS Director for Cleveland Clinic Regional Hospitals Continue reading -->
Good weather and a community cause brought 814 participants to the 2014 Bay Rockets SNOBALL 5K Race/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run last weekend. Jack Hautz of Bay Village was the overall male winner in 16:49. Maddie Britton, also of Bay Village, was the female winner in 18:04. Continue reading -->
St. John Medical Center's 'For Ladies Only: Heart Disease Awareness' was a huge success with more than 100 women in attendance last week at the Westlake Recreation Center. Continue reading -->
Retiring Westlake High School wrestling coach Mike Antonyzyn was honored in a big way two weeks ago as the school and team recognized the veteran coach with a heartfelt tribute during the final dual meet of the season against Bay Village. Continue reading -->
The 4th annual Pete Soto Chili Cook-Off at Lorain County Community College was a great night for a great cause Sat., Feb. 8. Continue reading -->
What can dogs teach us about marriage? A lot! Bow-wow vows were exchanged as part of a Valentine's Day fundraiser for Love-A-Stray at Paws by the Lake in Avon Lake last Saturday. Continue reading -->
The 14th annual Greater Cleveland Sports Awards held at the Renaissance Hotel Jan. 25 reminded Clevelanders that there is plenty to be proud of in Northeast Ohio, even if the Browns did not make it to the Super Bowl. Browns Continue reading -->
Community Resource Services 25th annual Charity Ball held at LaCentre in Westlake was a hit Saturday, Jan. 25 The Silver Anniversary Charity Ball was the best one ever, breaking records in both attendance and money raised for this Continue reading -->
There's nothing like a fashion show to warm up a cold winter's day! "Hats Through the Decades, " is a fashion show created by a group of West Shore ladies who elegantly recreate the great looks of earlier times for Continue reading -->
Westlake Community Services Director Joyce Able Schroth has been more than the head of a city department. She has been a friend to the hundreds and even thousands of residents she has served over the past 15 years in her Continue reading -->
Honored as the 2014 Ohio Superintendent of the Year by the Buckeye Association of School Administrators, the night belonged to Westlake Supt. of Schools Dr. Dan Keenan, Jr. at ceremonies held in the rotunda of the new Westlake High School Monday. Continue reading -->
A competitive cheerleader since the age of 4, Westlake High senior Courteney Belmonte has lived her life tumbling, twisting and flying through the air.
That passion was nearly shattered when she was diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 14. The condition threatened Courteney's physical well-being and her way of life.
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A homeless family seeks shelter. A baby sleeps in a stable. As the Christmas story was celebrated worldwide last month, the plight of Syrian refugees brought real meaning to the birth of Jesus for missionaries from St. John Medical Center in Westlake. Continue reading -->
New Year is a time to celebrate democracy at its best. Locally, civic leaders were administered their Oaths of Office in Bay Village, Westlake and other communities as the New Year began. Continue reading -->
"All About You," is a free women's health membership program now offered through St. John Medical Center. The program's kick-off event was held last Thursday within the new outpatient lobby at St. John Medical Center. It was a hit! Continue reading -->
Santa Claus had many helpers when he came to Bay Village on Sunday, Dec. 8th. The jolly old elf toured the city aboard a fire truck and greeted friends upon his arrival at the Community House about 3 pm. Continue reading -->
The Society of St. Luke was established to recognize and honor selected members of the Medical Staff of St. John Medical Center for distinguished service to patients and the mission of SJMC in 2002. Continue reading -->
Tracy Caraballo, 45, of Fairview Park is finally on the road to recovery, thanks to the surgical implantation of a spinal cord stimulation system performed at St. John Medical Center Nov. 11. Continue reading -->
St. John Medical Center's Holiday Spirit was in full swing last Friday at LaCentre in Westlake as the hospital honored its Auxiliary Board and membership with lunch, friendship and fun. Continue reading -->
Pet pictures with Santa at Paws by the Lake in Avon Lake was a great way to get into the howliday spirit and also do some good for our four-legged friends! Continue reading -->
In the wake of the failed operating levy on the November ballot, Westlake Schools are looking at plans to cut more than $2 million from its budget. Continue reading -->
Westlake Supt. of Schools Dr. Dan Keenan shared plans to cut $2.2 million from the Westlake City Schools budget at the Board of Education meeting held Nov. 18. Held at the Westlake Performing Arts Center to accommodate a large crowd, Dr. Keenan said the cuts were necessitated as a result of the Nov. 5 operating levy failure. Continue reading -->
The Bay Village Police Department, in conjunction with the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office and the FBI, conducted a press conference on Wednesday, November 13, to update investigation details on the 24-year old Amy Mihaljevic murder investigation. Continue reading -->
"On the Wings of Freedom..."
It was the best elementary school assembly. Ever!
That is the only way to describe the Veteran's Day program hosted by Holly Lane School in Westlake last Friday, Nov. 8.
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As an ongoing program to assist adult patients at the Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center, Fairview Hospital Moll Pavilion, "The Caring Continues" impacts the lives of patients dramatically all year. Continue reading -->
Cuyahoga Community College Westshore Campus was host to school and community dignitaries Wed., Oct. 23 as Tri-C welcomed community leaders for a special event. Continue reading -->
A number of changes will be coming to the Westlake Crocker-Clemens Roads intersection area in the next two weeks. New streets with new signals: Hospice Way (runs west from Crocker to Clemens); Koyo Dr. (runs east from Crocker to Bassett Rd.). Continue reading -->
Westlake City School District Superintendent Dr. Daniel J. Keenan Jr. was selected as the Ohio Superintendent of the Year for 2014 through the Buckeye Association of School Administrators (BASA). Continue reading -->
It was a day of joy for Westlake Police Patrolman Jason Dancy, wife Jill and their children, Nate, Jackson and Ryan last Friday at the Westlake Police Department on Hilliard Blvd. in Westlake. Continue reading -->
More than 500 guests enjoyed wine from around the world and outstanding cuisine from 15 award-winning Lorain County and western Cuyahoga County restaurants at the Arthritis Foundation's 16th Annual L'Amour du Vin. The event surpassed its financial goal raising more than $56,000 to support local Arthritis Foundation programs, services and research. Continue reading -->
The Mercy Board of Trustees awarded the prestigious Ruth Calta Community Service Award during a ceremony on Sunday, October 6. The annual award recognizes individuals affiliated with Mercy who exemplify Ruth's commitment to serving others and are making a difference in our community. Continue reading -->
The 3rd Annual West Side Walk to End Alzheimer's held Saturday, September 21st at Avon's All Pro Freight Stadium featured a group of amazing and committed walkers who showed up to reclaim the future for millions! Continue reading -->
Homecoming 2013 was a true celebration of community at Westlake High last weekend. Special needs students Jacob Cox and Holly Thomas were named King and Queen before Friday's football game against North Olmsted. Continue reading -->
92-year old Louise Haskins of Avon was baptized two weeks ago at Church on the Rise. The Water Baptism ceremony took place during a 20th anniversary celebration service at the Westlake church, located at 3550 Crocker Road. Continue reading -->
Celebrating 15 years of tackling hunger for Northeast Ohio families, the Taste of the Browns Celebrity Dinner returned to the Cleveland Browns' FirstEnergy Stadium on Monday, Sept. 9, The event is the major annual fundraiser for the Cleveland Foodbank, the region's largest hunger relief organization. Continue reading -->
Mother Nature certainly appeared to be supporting Lake Erie Nature & Science Center for their annual benefit, Bake Near the Lake, on September 7th. Continue reading -->
Mercy Foundation of Lorain County hosted its ninth annual fundraiser extravaganza, Taste of Friendship, Friday evening in the atrium of the Medical Office Building at Mercy Regional Medical Center, located at 3600 Kolbe Road, Lorain. Continue reading -->
The USO of Northern Ohio held its 11th Annual Bob Hope USO Golf Outing on Friday, September 13 at Sweetbriar at Legacy Point in Avon Lake. Continue reading -->
After over 30 years of serving the Lorain County community and furthering the Mercy mission, Sr. Carole Anne Griswold, HM, retired from her current position as vice president of mission integration effective September 6. Continue reading -->
Community West Foundation and Fairview Hospital welcomed hundreds of families and guests to its annual Gift of Life gala at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Sun., Sept. 8. Continue reading -->
Nothing celebrates community like the annual Westlake in Bloom competition that takes place each summer. Continue reading -->
From Soccer Mom to Soccer Grandma.. Kaye Becker of North Olmsted is one of the area's original soccer moms. Back in the '70's, Kaye and husband Bud were instrumental in founding the North Olmsted Soccer Organization (NOSO) and the annuaContinue reading -->
Seidman Cancer Center at University Hospitals Westlake Health Center has upgraded its radiation treatment facility to provide state-of-the-art outpatient radiation therapy. The newly installed system offers advanced image guidance and treatment accuracy which enables enhanced targeting of the cancer whileContinue reading -->
Volunteers make a difference! At St. John Medical Center, dozens of adult volunteers provide an instrumental service to the patients, staff and visitors.Continue reading -->
The joyous voices of Greater Cleveland gospel groups "One Voice" and "The Tralalas" rang from the rafters on Sunday, April 21, at a brunch at Vosh Lakewood to benefit North Coast Health Ministry, the Lakewood-based charitable health center serving the low-income uninsured..Continue reading -->
Congratulations to the family of 1980 Westlake High grad Doug Dake and his wife, Jodi!
Their son, Kyle Dake of Cornell University, became the first-ever NCAA Div. I wrestling champion to win four titles in four different weight classes.....Continue reading -->
CLEVELAND - Dr. Patricia Rowell, who has led Cuyahoga Community College's largest campus for seven years, has announced that she will retire, effective June 30, 2013. Cuyahoga Community College, currently marking a year-long celebration of its 50th anniversary, was Ohio's first community college. Of the college's four campuses, the Western Campus' sprawling facility at 11000 Pleasant Valley Road, Parma, currently enrolls more than 12,000 students.......Continue reading -->
Senior Dustin Kilgore (Berea High) went out with a bang, while freshman Mack McGuire(Upper St. Clair, Pa.) gave Kent State fans a glimpse of what's to come Sunday at the M.A.C. Center. The Golden Flashes won a respectable three matches against No. 1 Oklahoma State, before pummeling No. 18 Wisconsin 33-10 in the third place dual of the NWCA Cliff Keen Regional........Continue reading -->
A pair of northern Ohio wrestling talents lead the way in the NCAA's standings for the 2013 NCAA Most Dominant Wrestler Award and most falls and tech falls in Divisions I......Continue reading -->
Members of the Lake Erie Monsters made a holiday visit to St. Mary of the Woods last week and a hockey game broke out between the pros and residents of this premier senior living facility in Avon. The St. Mary of Woods Battling Beagles humbled the Monsters in their annual game of Noodle Hockey, played with a beach ball and swimming pool 'noodles.' It was the fifth straight win for the Beagles....Continue reading -->
