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Bay Village Police: Better Safe Than Sorry

On April 3 , at 1024 hours, a resident in the 29000 block of Osborn called Bay Village Police to report his neighbors were not home and there were two vans in the driveway.  There were several people that were removing items from the house.  When officers arrived on scene they discovered the homeowner was moving, and the people at ... Read More »

Community West Foundation SocksPlus Initiative is Huge Success at 78th St. Studios

Hundreds of guests were inspired to make a difference as Cleveland artists and performers shared their talents on Friday, March 20, at 78th Street Studios in support of Community West Foundation’s SocksPlus initiative. The SocksPlus effort uniquely targets support for Cleveland’s homeless through donations of the basic necessities of life. The exciting and inspiring event was a huge success. It ... Read More »

Slider – ing Into Spring!

There was a big turnout at The Gardens at Westlake Monday afternoon as the senior living community hosted an Indians kick-off party featuring a meet and greet with Tribe mascot Slider. Hot dogs, nachos, hot pretzels and beverages set the stage for the opening of the 2015 Major League Baseball season. Plain Dealer columnist Bill Livingston was also on hand ... Read More »

Westlake Town Criers Easter Egg Hunt

Westlake Town Criers hosted the 2015 Westlake City Easter Egg Hunt and Candy Scramble at the Westlake Recreation Center Saturday, March 28. There were two candy scrambles, the first at 1 p.m. for those ages 4 through 6, and the second at 1:30  for the 7-10 year olds. Kids scrambled for wrapped candy and also for special eggs redeemable for ... Read More »

DeGrandis Named Global Center for Health Innovation Managing Director and CAO

Longtime Cleveland Healthcare Leader Joins Facility Manager SMG Longtime Cleveland healthcare executive Fred M. DeGrandis has been named Managing Director and Chief Administrative Officer for the Global Center for Health Innovation, it was announced today by Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish and SMG, the management firm engaged by Cuyahoga County’s Convention Facilities Development Corporation. DeGrandis will work directly with general ... Read More »

The Orchards of Westlake Hosts ‘Heart Healthy’ Program

Heart attack is the leading cause of death among women. It outpaces breast cancer, lung cancer and stroke combined. And yet, the lifestyle decisions you make every day can influence your chances of having a heart attack. That is the message shared by St. John Medical Center cardiologist Atal Hulyalkar, MD, at a ‘Heart Healthy’ breakfast program hosted at The ... Read More »

Bay Police Develop Suspects in Vandalism Incidents

Bay Village Police report that two suspects have been developed after vandalism incidents that took place in the city  recently. During the early morning hours on Sunday, March 29, 2015, a home and several cars were vandalized on the west side of Bay Village.  Residents on Bassett, Osborn and West Oakland found serious damage to their vehicles and in one ... Read More »

Westlake Police Blotter: Holy Week Edition

Here’s hoping that Holy Week offers an opportunity to turn some lives around. A 51-year-old Westlake man picked up a 20-year-old homeless woman in Cleveland on the evening of March 20 and offered her food and a hotel room in exchange for sexual favors, report Westlake Police. Once they arrived at a Clemens Rd. hotel, they argued and started driving ... Read More »

Deadline Approaches for Diversified Funk’s Inaugural ‘Swing’ Golf Outing Benefiting the B-Buzz Little League Foundation

CLEVELAND, OH (March 26, 2015) – Momentum is building for the highly anticipated inaugural Swing Golf Outing benefitting the B-Buzz Little League Foundation. Seneca Golf Course in Broadview Heights, OH and golf pro Jamie Taylor will host the outing on Saturday, May 9, 2015. Participation in this event will directly benefit the foundation to re-build a desperately needed community program ... Read More »

LCCC Students Named to All-Ohio Academic Team

Two Lorain County Community College students have been named to the All-Ohio Academic Team. Amanda Worcester, of Elyria, was named to the All-Ohio Academic Team First Team and Dylan Cook, of Lorain, was named to the All-Ohio Academic Team Third Team. The All-Ohio award recognizes community college students for academic achievement, as well as leadership and community service. “Amanda and ... Read More »