In our 250th Tuesday fun fact, today we recognize one of the most well-known names of Westlake’s early settlers, Leonard G. Porter. He was the tenth born of eleven children, lived from 1806 to 1884 and arrived in the area of Dover at the age of 19. Leonard married Catherine Stevens at the Dover Congregational Church in 1838 and had ... Read More »
Everyone is invited to join the Westshore Campus president’s office in dedicating the Chair of Remembrance in the atrium of the Science and Health Careers Building on Thursday, May 21 from 10 to 11 a.m. The Chair of Remembrance is a poignant, empty seat dedicated to prisoners of war and military personnel missing in action. It symbolizes that these service ... Read More »
Contractor, Karvo Companies, Inc. began road repair work the week of May 11. As weather permits, all sections of road repairs in Bay Village will be completed withing a few days. Please view the map which highlights the areas of work for 2026. Please note: Do not park on the street in front of your house during road repairs. Traffic will be ... Read More »
Reckless Motorcycle On 4/24/26 at approx. 5AM, an officer on patrol watched as a motorcycle disregarded a red light at Crocker and Schwartz. It drove through the light at about 40mph before speeding off. The officer pursued the bike for a very short time but noted that the rider’s reckless operation was putting everyone in danger. The officer quickly called ... Read More »
Larry Nickel born in Lakewood Ohio on July 8, 1936 passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026 in Bay Village, Ohio. Beloved husband of the late Claudia. Loving father of Randy Nickel (Martha) and Laurie Thuman (Kevin). Grandfather of Katie, Jacob, Thomas, Kyle, Luke and Joy. Great grandfather of Silas, Cora, Dawson, Khusi, Spencer, Adelyn, Kit, Rosie and Jude. Preceded ... 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 »
Nothing celebrates the power of community more than the spirit of the volunteer! At UH St. John Medical Center volunteers play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of the hospital. “You are often the first person and last person our patients see,” said UH SJMC CEO Brian Monter at a luncheon honoring volunteers last Friday at the Westlake Recreation ... Read More »
LCCC Graduate Becca Behler Reflects on Battling Cancer, Returning to Care, and Giving Back to the Community by Leigh Keeton Becca Behler thought she had her life and career in front of her. It was early summer in 2020, and Becca had recently graduated from Lorain County Community College with an associate degree in nursing. She was working in the ... Read More »
By Jorden Shevel The City of Westlake is proud to join the United States of Kindness, a national movement launching in 2026 to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary through action. As a participating partner, the City of Westlake has committed to taking part in the USK 250 Acts of Kindness Call to Action, encouraging kindness across the community throughout the year. ... Read More »
Bay Village Tree Conservancy came on strong last weekend with its first wave of plantings for 2026. The campaign seeks to answer the loss of the city’s tree canopy over the years. “A huge thank you to our incredible volunteers who got their hands dirty, worked through classic Cleveland weather, and helped make these plantings happen. And thank you to ... Read More »
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