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One of the world’s most recognized home furnishing brands will transform the former Dick’s Sporting Goods space and bring the full IKEA experience to Westlake in Spring 2027 The wait is over. IKEA is coming to Crocker Park. The globally recognized home furnishings retailer will open its newest Ohio location at the mixed-use lifestyle center in Spring 2027, bringing one of ... Read More »

Following is Westlake Porter Public Library’s August 2026 calendar of events. All programs are subject to change. Please check westlakelibrary.org or follow the library on Facebook and Instagram (@WestlakePorter) for the latest updates. Saturday, August 1 (10:30-11 a.m.) Family Storytime – Join us for rhymes, songs and play. Ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Saturday, August 1 (2-3:30 p.m.) Summer Quilling ... Read More »

The future of manufacturing is being built today, and Lorain County Community College is preparing the skilled technicians who will power the next generation of industry. Through Ohio Work Ready Programs, qualified students may receive up to $6,000 of state-funded support through Ohio Work Ready Grant Programs, creating a more affordable pathway to degrees that lead directly to some of ... Read More »

Lorain County Community College and the Lorain County Community College Foundation are inviting the community to nominate deserving alumni for the third class of Commodore Hall of Fame. Nominations are now open for alumni who have distinguished themselves through professional accomplishments, leadership, service to others, and a continued connection to LCCC’s mission. Established to honor the achievements of LCCC graduates, ... Read More »

For the seventh consecutive year, Great Lakes Honda West has partnered with University Hospitals St. John Medical Center to support breast health care on the west side through a donation benefiting the Maltby Breast Health Center. The annual gift was generated through a portion of vehicle sales during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. With this year’s contribution, Great Lakes ... Read More »

The women and men of the Bay Village Police Department would like to thank Joyce Buick/GMC for their incredible donation of $10,000 to the Amy Mihaljevic Fund. Their generosity will help fund forensic testing now and in the future as they work to solve this case. Amy was abducted from a Bay Village shopping center in 1989. Her remains were ... Read More »

What a great Fourth of July weekend for the Westlake community. From the Independence Day parade and classic cars to the activities in the park, it was a full day of red, white, and blue. We hope everyone had a safe and happy Independence Day! Click here for more photos. Read More »

An Avon tradition is the annual Fourth of July Bike parade through the Aquatic Center Park and across Detroit Road. This year’s edition was another good one as sunny skies greeted several hundred red, white and blue participants. Parade Marshalls this year were the state champion Avon High girls track team and third place boys team. A fitting gesture from ... Read More »

Always a summer highlight, Bay Days in Bay Village was especially fun this year thanks to Bay Kiwanis. Great weather, large crowds and plenty of fun! Here’s a look at the good times! Photos courtesy of Bay Village Kiwanis, www.bayvillagekiwanis.org/ We had a wonderful time meeting you at Bay Days!  We strive to make Bay Days an awesome event for ... Read More »

Thank you to Westlake Porter Public Library for hosting a public reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 8, honoring the first public reading of the document on July 8, 1776. Westlake joined communities across the country in recreating this historic moment as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration. The Sons of the American Revolution color guard opened ... Read More »