The new headquarters of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC will remain in Lorain County and will be located in Avon, Ohio, the company announced on Fri., July 24. Bendix has signed an agreement to purchase an approximately 60-acre site just over 10 miles from its current location in Elyria. The company announced in February that it would construct a new ... Read More »
St. John Medical Center’s 2015 Festival of the Arts was a huge success July 10 – 12. “What a fantastic weekend,” said SJMC President & CEO William A. Young. “The community came out in droves to support the event. We estimated 20,000 – 30,000 were in attendance to support this premier arts and crafts show on the West side.” According ... Read More »
The 20th annual Toy Run to benefit pediatric patients was a success the morning of Sunday, July 12 as over 400 motorcyclists rode from Lake Erie Harley-Davidson on Chester Road in Avon to Fairview Hospital with toys and gifts. “Despite a very rainy morning and ride, over 400 riders participated in the 20th Annual Fairview Hospital Toy Run,” said Lake ... Read More »
Nearly 150 space professionals from around the world enjoyed an unparalled tour of NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland on Tuesday, July 7, as part of International Space University’s (ISU) 28th Space Studies Program (SSP15). ISU, the world’s premier international space education institution, hosts SSP15 at Ohio University from June 8-August 7. Supported by major space agencies and aerospace organizations ... Read More »
A suicide standoff was the reason for a SWAT team call to Island Road in North Ridgeville at a12:50 p.m. in North Ridgeville on July 20. North Ridgeville Police received a report that a male had shot himself with a firearm at 9480 Island Road. Responding officers attempted to make contact with the male, but he would not speak and ... Read More »
Summer returned just in time for beautiful playing conditions at Westwood Country Club on Monday, July 13th, as golfers gathered at the 14th annual Drive for Life Golf Benefit. Presented by the Community West Foundation and the 2015 Drive for Life Golf Committee, over 100 golfers turned out to make a difference. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Caring ... Read More »
Colorful umbrellas, rows of bright blue lounge chairs and lots of swimming space highlighted Avon’s new Municipal Aquatic Facility opening Sunday evening as Mayor Bryan Jensen and civic officials welcomed guests to a sneak-preview of the beautiful facility. The new municipal pool officially opens today. It stands within a parcel of 35 acres owned by the city. It is located ... Read More »
Good news for one Bay person who thought his bike was gone for good. Police found it. On 07/16/2015, at 1638 hrs, a resident called BVPD to report his bicycle had been stolen from Walgreen’s. The bike was recovered the following day in the creek by Bay Boat Club. Good reminder to get a Bay Bike Registration at the Police ... Read More »
The opening the CreativeSpace Art & More Saturday night was a hit as several hundred guests turned out to share in proprietor Judy Kean’s vision for a unique gallery locale in Avon. Avon Mayor Bryan Jensen was among those in attendance. Visitors enjoyed perusing over 100 pieces of art, sampled hors d’oeuvers and sipped wine while musician Charles Geil set ... Read More »
5,000 party-goers packed the streets of the Old Detroit Road shopping area in Rocky River on Saturday, July 11 for The Sunflower Wine Festival hosted by the Prayers from Maria Foundation. The Prayers from Maria Foundation was founded by Ed and Megan McNamara of Avon Lake in honor of their daughter, Maria, who died of a rare form of cancer ... Read More »
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