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Catawba Island Boat Show Opens Friday

The largest spring boat show anywhere on the Great Lakes, the 19th annual Progressive Catawba Island Boat Show, will cast off this weekend for 3 days with more than 10,000 boating and fishing fans expected to attend. With most displayed in-the-water, the show boasts more than 100 power and sailboats ranging from small kayaks to nearly 70-foot-plus motor yachts. Many ... Read More »

Straight from the Heart Provides New AED’s to Youth Challenge

For twenty years, the Community West Foundation and Cleveland Clinic have teamed up to present Straight from the Heart, a fundraising raffle that boasts 40 amazing prizes including vacations, motorcycles, jet-skis and a grand prize of $100,000 cash. At first glance, Straight from the Heart looks like the perfect opportunity to win a diamond necklace or enjoy an all-expenses-paid trip ... Read More »

Community West Foundation Awards $967,434 in First Quarter Grants

The Community West Foundation Board of Directors approved $785,334 in first quarter grants to nonprofit agencies that are located in Cleveland, Western Cuyahoga and Lorain Counties. An additional $182,100 was distributed through their Community Impact Fund bringing the grand total to $967,434. The Community Impact Fund was established for donors who want to invest alongside Community West’s mission knowing that ... Read More »

St. Patrick’s Day Rewind

The leprechauns were out at the Normandy Senior Living last weekend as the world celebrated St. Patrick’s Day. The shenanigans took place at Breakwater Apartments where residents enjoyed a table full of yum with reuben dip, beer cheese dip and pretzels, grasshopper dessert and more. Traditional corned beef and cabbage was served Sunday. Read More »

Safely Viewing the Solar Eclipse

Dr. Beth Lin of Nuwave Vision in Westlake, Ohio reminds the community of important safety measures to prepare for the upcoming Eclipse. On April 8th, for the first time since 1806, our local neighborhoods will experience a Total Solar Eclipse, with darkness expected to occur for approximately 4 minutes. To avoid permanent vision damage, including retinal burns that can alter ... Read More »

A Wee Bit ‘O Fun

O’Neill Healthcare Bay Village joined with the Avon Senior Center for a wee bit O’ fun at Joe’s Deli. All enjoyed an Irish lunch as they got into the St. Pattys Day Spirit! Read More »

Take Ownership of Your Health Insurance Plan

With the increasing cost of health insurance, individuals need to take greater ownership of their health insurance plan to ensure they have the right plan for themselves and their family. As an independent insurance agent, I have access to all the health insurance carriers in Ohio and will work with you to ensure you and your family have the highest ... Read More »

People with Memory Loss are Living Better Together at Symphony at Olmsted Falls

Families caring for loved ones with dementia at home face many challenges – not the least of which is helping them stay socially connected. After helping with personal care needs, housekeeping, preparing meals, laundry, shopping, and keeping up with doctor’s appointments, family members often don’t have the time or resources to find enriching – and safe – things for their ... Read More »

Safely Viewing the Solar Eclipse

Dr. Beth Lin of Nuwave Vision in Westlake, Ohio reminds the community of important safety measures to prepare for the upcoming Eclipse. On April 8th, for the first time since 1806, our local neighborhoods will experience a Total Solar Eclipse, with darkness expected to occur for approximately 4 minutes. To avoid permanent vision damage, including retinal burns that can alter ... Read More »

LCCC Nursing Graduates Outpace State and National Exam Rates

The number of Lorain County Community College nursing graduates who passed the 2023 National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) has outpaced state and national rates, according to information from the Ohio Board of Nursing. Out of the 116 LCCC associate degree nursing (RN) graduates who took the NCLEX-RN in 2023, 93.04% passed, well surpassing the state average of 86.73% and the ... Read More »