Westlake Animal Control Officer Jim Wang serves the community in a unique capacity. The veteran public servant is a regular on the news scene with his oftentimes unusual encounters with wildlife. Whether it’s rescuing a hawk from a soccer net or baby ducks from a sewer catch basin, Officer Wang is always on the scene. We’re sure he could write ... Read More »
Congratulations to Avon Mayor Bryan Jensen and the city’s four Avon City Ward Council Members who were sworn in last week: Jennifer Demaline, Ward 1; Dennis McBride, Ward 2; Anthony Moore, Ward 3 and Scott Radcliffe, Ward 4. They took their Oaths of Office at the Jan. 3 Organizational Meeting of Council. Special thanks to The Honorable Judge Walther for ... Read More »
The Community Outreach Department at UH St. John Medical Center in Westlake is launching “Operation Thank You.” It is an initiative to write a letter or drop a note of support to those health care workers, police and firefighter/paramedics who are putting themselves on the line for the rest of us during this challenging time. “It is a very tough ... Read More »
Westlake Mayor Dennis M. Clough took the Oath of Office at City Hall on New Year’s Day. Cuyahoga County Judge Shannon Gallagher administered the oath, signaling the beginning of Mayor Clough’s 10th consecutive term since taking office in 1986. Before becoming Mayor, he served on the Westlake City Council and the Westlake Board of Education. Mayor Clough has guided the ... Read More »
The City of Westlake held a sendoff for its three retiring members of Westlake City Council on Dec. 16 during the last Council Meeting of 2021. Mayor Dennis M. Clough presented Proclamations to the outgoing representatives as family, friends and colleagues looked on. Michael F. Killeen steps down having served on City Council since 1978 and as Council President since ... Read More »
Westlake Police Patrolman John Jereb retired after 28 years of service to the people of Westlake. He received a Proclamation from Mayor Dennis M. Clough during a send-off on Thursday, Jan. 6, attended by colleagues and family. Police Chief Kevin Bielozer recounted Ptl. Jereb’s multiple accomplishments over his career, including being named the Westlake Police Officer of the Year in ... Read More »
Many of the enriching programs offered by Westlake Community Services are made possible by the generous donations of local businesses, organizations and individuals! The Westlake Teachers Association recently made one such donation just in time for the holiday season! Thank you to the Westlake Teachers Association who “adopted” Westlake senior programs and activities this year. They generously purchased items from ... Read More »
May 02, 1943 ‐ December 27, 2021 Birthplace: Cleveland, Ohio • Resided In: Bay Village, Ohio George Edward Christ Jr., age 78, beloved husband of Betty (nee Clendenin) for 54 years. Dear father of Ryan Christ (Patricia), Andrew Christ (Sarah) and Ellen Knotek (Tom). Loving grandfather of Connor, Cora, Chloe, Calex, Anna, Jack, and Sam. Brother of Jean Warstler (Ed) ... Read More »
For parents who need help with car seat installation or have questions about the safest way to transport their children in motor vehicles, getting expert advice and assistance just got a little easier. University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s along with UH St. John and Parma medical centers, will open car seat checking stations at the following fire departments: Bay ... Read More »
A Monthly Education Series for the Dementia Caregiver FREE DEMENTIA VIRTUAL SEMINAR – Thursday, January 6, 2022 • 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Mom Seems Different, Should I Be Concerned? During the holidays, did you notice something different about your parent which concerned you? Maybe their always spotless house seemed untidy. Perhaps the refrigerator was full of expired, inedible food or ... Read More »
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