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The Sweet Side of a Sourdough Bakery

Meet Candice Suber, a cottage baker in Bay Village who specializes in sourdough and is sure to make your life a little sweeter with her story. It started 15 years ago when her sister bought her an apron for her birthday. “I can’t explain it, but despite not being pregnant at the time, all I could think about was my ... Read More »

Rook Castle Brewing: Freshly Roasted Coffees and Artisan Teas

At Rook Castle Brew, luxury isn’t an aesthetic — it’s a standard. We craft exceptional coffees and artisan teas for those who appreciate refinement in every detail. Inspired by the enduring strength of the rook and the quiet grandeur of castle life, our brand blends timeless elegance with modern sophistication to create an experience worthy of your highest moments. Every ... Read More »

USS Cleveland Comes to Port

The USS Cleveland (LCS 31), arrived in Cleveland last Saturday for a week long stay to end with a historic commissioning ceremony on May 16, the first time in 250 years that a U.S. Navy warship will be commissioned in the State of Ohio. “The USS Cleveland is the fourth Navy vessel to bear the city’s name, continuing a proud ... Read More »

City of Westlake Announces Grand Opening of Recreation Center Park Athletic Fields and Playground

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Set for Saturday, May 16 The City of Westlake is proud to announce the grand opening of the new Recreation Center Park Athletic Fields and Playground. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 16 at 12 p.m., marking the completion of another major enhancement to the community’s recreational facilities. The event will feature a DJ, inflatables, ... Read More »

Are We Losing Our Trees to Fear?

Each storm season in Northeast Ohio brings a familiar mix of beauty, urgency, and anxiety. For many homeowners in Bay Village, increasingly intense winds and heavy rains — along with the lasting memory of the tornado that struck the region a few years ago — have changed how mature trees are viewed in the landscape. What were once seen as ... Read More »

LCCC Offers Summer Fast Track Programs to Help Students Gain Credentials Quickly

This summer, Lorain County Community College is making it easier than ever for individuals to gain in-demand skills and enter the workforce faster through special short-term summer Fast Track programs. Designed for those looking to make the most of the summer months, these accelerated programs allow students to start and complete select credentials within a single semester. Whether beginning a ... Read More »

Tri-C Leadership Exchange Honors Westlake Mayor Clough

The Tri-C Westshore Community Leadership Exchange held April 28 at the Westshore Campus in Westlake was a stellar event, bringing together several hundred guests who occupy leadership positions throughout Westlake and the West Side. The Exchange offered a chance for leaders to meet and greet and also exchange ideas as keynote speakers featured Michael A. Baston, JD, Ed. D., President ... Read More »

Westlake Porter Public Library Honors Volunteers

Westlake Porter Public Library named Robert “Bob” and Donna Manly this year’s Myrna Chelko Volunteer Award recipients at its annual Volunteer Recognition Reception on April 28. The Myrna Chelko Award is presented to the volunteer who exemplifies its namesake’s volunteer spirit. Myrna Chelko was a long-time library volunteer known for her dedication to the library and her hard work. She ... Read More »

Five University Hospitals Medical Centers Earn National Recognition with a Top Hospital Safety Grade by The Leapfrog Group

Recognition Reflects a Commitment to Zero Harm and Patient Safety Several University Hospitals medical center locations earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade by The Leapfrog Group, a prestigious national honor recognizing hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers that demonstrate the highest standards in patient safety and quality care. UH locations awarded include: University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center University Hospitals Geauga Medical ... Read More »

Westlake Celebrates Arbor Day

By Jorden Shevel A new elm is taking root outside Dover Center Intermediate School, and the students who watched it go into the ground last Friday will get to walk past it every year until they’re adults. The City of Westlake celebrated Arbor Day on Friday, May 8 with its annual ceremony at Dover Center Intermediate, gathering students for a ... Read More »