In celebration of America 250, Union Pacific’s famed Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, made a whistle-stop along the Westlake-Bay Village tracks Monday before continuing its journey to the East Coast through the west shore as part of its historic cross-country tour. Big Boy No. 4014 will reunite with Big Boy No. 4012 at Steamtown National ... Read More »
A summer highlight occurred at Northgate Park in Avon last Saturday when the Avon Lions Club hosted its annual Fishing Derby. The pond there had been stocked by the Avon Parks and Recreation Department and the Lions provided the bait. It was a great morning of fun under sunny June skies as kids and parents wet their lines and received ... Read More »
This spring, 18 Bay Village Tree Conservancy volunteers planted 30 new canopy-scale trees throughout the city, continuing efforts to preserve and strengthen Bay Village’s urban forest. The trees were purchased by residents through the Conservancy’s annual Win-Win Tree Program, which makes it easy for Bay Village homeowners to add high-quality shade trees to their properties while helping to renew the ... Read More »
Entries due August 31 — the top three homes each win a $100 gift card to a local restaurant By: Jorden Shevel The City of Westlake is marking America’s 250th anniversary with a community-wide Most Patriotic House Decorating Contest, inviting residents to deck out their homes in red, white, and blue in honor of the milestone. To enter, residents decorate ... Read More »
Get ready, Bay Village! The 2026 Annual Bay Days, sponsored by the Bay Kiwanis Club, is packed with fun for the whole family! Dates this year are July 1 – 4 in Cahoon Memorial Park, all proudly sponsored by Bay Kiwanis. During this four day carnival, catch up with family and friends, enjoy thrilling rides, fuel up with delicious food, ... Read More »
Celebrating our past, our people, and our place by the Lake. Come one, come all! Avon Lake is throwing a grand old-fashioned celebration for America’s 250th birthday. It will be a summer filled with music, contests, a 5K, and community fun. Step back in time and make new memories as we honor our history and celebrate the hometown spirit that ... Read More »
Congratulations to Avon on winning the 2026 OHSAA Division I Girls State Track and Field State Championship! Avon totaled 68 points en route to their first girls state track and field title. It has been an incredible year for Avon Athletics, winning four state championships this scholastic calendar. State championships were captured by the Eagle football team, boys soccer team ... Read More »
The City of Westlake is launching a Westlake Historical Marker Tour as part of their celebration of America’s 250th anniversary! If you visit all seven historical markers by August 31 and track your visits via the interactive Westlake Passport, you will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Crocker Park gift card! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn ... Read More »
It was a swinging good time at Brookdale Westlake Village last week as residents enjoyed sounds and sights from the Swing Era. A great time for all, Brookdale Westlake Village always has fun on the agenda for residents and guests. Read More »
Bay Kiwanis is proud to congratulate six outstanding Bay High seniors who each received a $3,000 Bay Kiwanis Key Club/Service Scholarship. Thank you for your service to our community and best wishes! Read More »
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