Daily Wire

School is almost out and summer is on its way, and that means it is time once again for Project Pedal. This multi-route bike ride offers beautiful early summer scenery, healthy exercise and an enjoyable experience to share with family and friends of all ages. Best of all, riders will be having fun while helping to raise funds to continue ... Read More »

Registration is now open for the 4th Annual Veterans Honor Run May 28 at Kopf Family Reservation, 32649 Electric Blvd., Avon Lake. The event includes a 5K run or 1 mile run and is made possible through the efforts of Avon Lake High School Key Club students to honor veterans. Proceeds benefit local veterans associations and needs. Early registration is ... Read More »

Spring has finally sprung! Well maybe not totally but it will, I know it will! As we move into May, the Westlake Recreation Department has several exciting programs for you and your family. Check these out….. Family Fishing Derby Saturday May 14 • 9:00 AM-Noon (ages up to 12) Enjoy a morning of fishing in the Westlake Recreation Center’s Lake. The ... Read More »

These programs are free of charge and open to individuals diagnosed with cancer, their families and loved ones at The Center for Body, Mind & Spirit at Mercy Cancer Center, 41201 Schaden Road, Elyria. Services are available regardless of where patients receive treatment. Mercy Cancer Center is now affiliated with University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center. The Center for Body, Mind ... Read More »

National Council on Aging’s National Institute of Senior Centers Announces 2015 Programs of Excellence Awards Cuyahoga County Councilman Dave Greenspan congratulates the Westlake Center for Community Services for being recognized by the National Council on Aging’s National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC) as a recipient of the 2015 Programs of Excellence Awards. “Seniors are the framework of our communities, and ... Read More »

Far West Center announces a recent grant award from The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Foundation to respond assist persons without insurance receive mental health care and recovery services. The Center is extremely grateful to the Foundation for its longstanding show of support for mental health treatment and wellness. In 2016, Far West Center will serve over 1,700 individuals with serious mental ... Read More »

Westlake Schools has released a statement on current teacher negotiations, saying the “last, best and final offer” was extended April 29. Here is the statement: “The Westlake City School District has been negotiating with the Westlake Teachers Association (WTA) for nearly a year, trying to reach an appropriate and equitable contract for the next three years.  In fact, we began ... Read More »

Congratulations to the Avon High boys and girls track teams for their performances at the Annual Reynolds Relays held at Avon’s Firment stadium Saturday. The Avon girls topped a field of 16 teams to capture first place with 99 points. A highlight was the school record setting 4×1600 relay and distance medley relay team of Claire Robertson, Jules Frombach, Erin ... Read More »

The best and brightest of area youth were celebrated at a Girl Scout Recognition Ceremony held at Parkside Auditorium in Westlake last week. Several troops from the community were honored for distinctive achievements – earning Bronze and Silver Awards – the highest awards possible for their age groups at the April 21 ceremony. Others earned 10-year awards and a Gold ... Read More »

Leisure suits, go go boots and miniskirts were spotted throughout the crowd of more than 300 supporters to help Youth Challenge celebrate turning the big 4-0. The Westlake non-profit’s Annual Benefit & Auction “Celebrating 40 Years!” was held on April 16 at Ariel International Center in Cleveland. Guests helped raise over $200,000 to fund adapted programs for children with physical ... Read More »