Avon Lake

Avon Lake Historical Society (ALHS) and the City of Avon Lake invite the public to celebrate the unveiling and dedication of ALPD #1, the City’s first fire truck, on Saturday, May 23 at 1 p.m. at the Avon Lake Fire Department (ALFD) located at 32811 Walker Road. Speakers will include: Mayor Mark Spaetzel Assistant Fire Chief Steve Peter Dave Dlogosz ... Read More »

On Saturday, April 18, North Coast Rotary—alongside presenting sponsor Tri-C Westshore—hosted its premier annual fundraiser, the Culinary & Wine Experience, at the Tri-C campus in Westlake. The event was further supported by Platinum Sponsor Bendix Corporation; Gold Sponsors Ray’s Auto and Truck Service, Peters & Company Jewelers, Dr. Cathy R. Pugh, and Jinnyn Tata/Richard Benoit; and Silver Sponsor L’Nique Linens. ... Read More »

High school students from across Northeast Ohio are ready to shine and showcase their hard work and talents at Playhouse Square as a part of the 2026 Dazzle Awards presented by Pat and John Chapman. The organization today announced the nominees whose onstage and offstage work will be recognized at the annual ceremony on May 16. This year, a record-high ... Read More »

High school students from across Northeast Ohio are ready to shine and showcase their hard work and talents at Playhouse Square as a part of the 2026 Dazzle Awards presented by Pat and John Chapman. The organization today announced the nominees whose onstage and offstage work will be recognized at the annual ceremony on May 16. This year, a record-high ... Read More »

We could not have asked for a more beautiful spring day to formally celebrate the opening of the new Avon Lake Play Space (ALPS). What we celebrated today is more than just a playground. It is a place where children and families will make connections and lasting memories now and for generations to come. The ALPS project reflects our ongoing ... Read More »

This summer the City of Avon Lake, Avon Lake Historical Society, Avon Lake Public Library, Sprenger Health Care Systems, Shoreline Promotions, and local sponsors are teaming up to present the 250 Jubilee, a summer-long celebration filled with music, contests, and community fun in honor of America’s 250th birthday. This celebration begins in May and will culminate in a fireworks celebration ... Read More »

The Avon Lake Police Department (ALPD) would like to announce the department’s newest member – Crisis K9 Ruby. Ruby and her handler, ALPD Detective Robert Walborn, recently completed the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy’s (OPOTA) inaugural Crisis K9 certification class. Ruby will be called upon to serve the community during critical incidents where her OPOTA training and calm demeanor can ... Read More »

It’s that time of year again! It’s springtime and that means the Avon on the Lake Garden Club members have filled their Little Garden Book House with cute, decorated bags filled with seed packets of flowers and veggies. These gift bags are free to the public and will be replenished while supplies last. This project was developed by past President, ... Read More »

The League of Women Voters of Lorain County Announces a Public Forum on Avon Lake Power Plant Redevelopment (April 22 at 7pm) The League of Women Voters of Lorain County presents a public forum on the Redevelopment of the Avon Lake Power Plant. This free event is open to the public. It will be held on Wednesday, April 22, at 7 ... Read More »

The City of Avon Lake seeks to transform the former Power Plant site into a lakefront park and redevelopment district. A key component of that transformation is the establishment of a lakefront mixed-use overlay (LMU-O) district. The proposed lakefront mixed-use overlay district is now available for public review www.avonlake.org/economic-development/power-plant-updates The Planning Commission considered the proposed LMU-O district at its March ... Read More »