Bay Village

Bay Schools Celebrate Soccer Excellence

What a weekend for Bay High soccer! The Bay High girls soccer team won it second straight state championship on Saturday while the Bay High boys team took state runner-up honors on Sunday in a 2-1 overtime thriller. A great showing by both teams and for every level of Bay soccer! Read More »

Westerly Girls on the Run Raises Money for Friendship APL

The Westerly Elementary School’s Girls on the Run team raised $262.95 last spring with a lemonade, brownie, and bracelet sale as part of their community outreach project. All proceeds were donated to Friendship APL in Elyria. “On behalf of all the furry friends at Friendship APL, we want to extend our warmest thanks for your generous support as a first-time ... Read More »

Bay Tree Conservancy: Healthy Trees, Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds

By Walter Topp A healthy tree canopy does more than reduce flooding and provide habitat for insects and birds, say researchers. Trees in wooded areas or your own yard can improve a person’s physical and mental health and may actually add years to a person’s life expectancy. That’s the message that Dr. Robert Brand, Watershed Program Manager for the Cuyahoga ... Read More »

15-year-old Bay Village Native Participates in Marine Corp Marathon

Cassie Cicarella, a 15-year-old sophomore at Magnificat High School from Bay Village, successfully completed the 50th Marine Corps Marathon on Sunday, October 26, 2025! After her Cross-Country season concluded, she ran with over 40,000 registered runners in Washington DC. Cassie finished with a competitive time of 4:04! Cassie ran the marathon with her mother and in honor of her grandfather, ... Read More »

Bay High School Students Named to All-State Music Groups

Keller Shea (senior) will be participating in the All-State Jazz Ensemble for the second time. Devon Gerig (senior) will be participating in the All-State Band. Iris Hunt (sophomore) will be participating in the All-State Choir. These students were chosen from recorded auditions. The Ohio Music Educators Association Conference (OMEA) will be held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center from Jan. ... Read More »

Bay Village Early Childhood PTA’s Annual Santa Shop

Come enjoy the Bay Village Early Childhood PTA’s annual Santa Shop! Children can enjoy the magic of holiday shopping by choosing special gifts for family and friends, all priced affordably at 6 dollars and under. Parents can relax with refreshments while their kids shop with the help of Santa’s elves. Join us for festive fun and holiday cheer on December ... Read More »

WEST SHORE BLUES: The Best of the Beats

Missing Driver On 10/20/25 at approx. 10:45PM, WPD received a call from staff at a group home in Westlake concerning some missing residents. A staff driver had left with 3 men longer than 4 hours prior. The staff was alarmed because they had not returned within 2 hours as was normal and in addition all 3 clients were severely disabled ... Read More »

Fifth Annual ‘Pumpkins for Pets’ Delivers Community Support

The community spirit of Bay Village was on full display this past October 11th at Bay Village Middle School for the 5th Annual Pumpkins for Pets fundraiser. This beloved local event, which has grown into a significant charitable endeavor, began with a single, heartfelt mission: to give back to the shelter that rescued a very special dog named Quincy. Five years ago, the ... Read More »

Huck Kurinsky Wins 4th Consecutive USA BMX Freestyle National Championship

Huck Kurinsky, a 10-year-old fifth grader from Bay Middle School, continues his meteoric rise in BMX freestyle, claiming his fourth consecutive SA BMX Freestyle National Championship over the weekend of October 11–12 in San Diego, California. Competing in the 9–10 age division, Huck delivered a standout performance with precision and flair, capping off a remarkable year that also included his first international competition victory in Toronto, Canada, and appearances ... Read More »

“I’m Running for Reelection as Your Mayor — Let’s Keep Building Together!” – Mayor Paul Koomar

After much thought, and with encouragement from my family, staff, and many of you, I’m excited to be running for re-election as Mayor of our great City. I’m proud of the progress we’ve made together and have a renewed sense of purpose to keep going and make Bay Village even better. With more than 25 years of service to our ... Read More »