Congratulations to the cast, crew, musicians and directors of the recent Bay High production of “Something Rotten” for being nominated for SEVEN Dazzle Awards! The big reveal was made last week on Fox 8’s New Day Cleveland. Bay was nominated in the categories of Best Actor (Sam Brown), Best Costume Design, Musical Apprentice (Keller Shea), Best Choreography, Best Ensemble Chorus, ... Read More »
On Friday, April 27th, Westlake’s fifth grade students at Dover Intermediate School participated in a tree planting and award ceremony that was held at their school and led by Mayor Dennis M. Clough, Paul Quinn III, Westlake’s Service Director, Stan Banard, Urban Forestry Manager for the City of Westlake, Mary Beth Schneidler, Chairperson of the Westlake Tree Commission, and Mr. ... Read More »
Mercy Health Cancer Center hosted a “Celebrate Survivorship” retreat at the Amherst Beaver Creek Metropark on Friday, May 3. The mini-retreat focused on cancer survivors who are walking the courageous course to recovery. Events of the day included welcoming remarks from Dr. Mita Patel, Nutrition demo, Sea Glass art, journaling and yoga. “We are celebrating survivorship and celebrating these women ... Read More »
The Westshore Arts Council and Young’s Art Center have joined together to present a Mixed Media Workshop. Mixed Media means using more than one medium, such as paint, pencil, ink, fiber, paper, crayons, anything to create a piece of art. This workshop allows participants to explore and have fun. There is no paint by numbers or follow the leader directions. ... Read More »
Prove them wrong. That phrase is tattooed on the forearm of 2024 Lorain County Community College graduate Tim Kenny. He’s been doing that since the day he was born. Tim, 22, an Avon Lake High grad, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy shortly after birth. His mother, Robin, and her husband, Sean, adopted Tim when he was five days old, pre-diagnosis. ... Read More »
Mercy Health New Life Hospice is hosting a Memorial Walk on Wednesday, May 22 to give those who have lost loved ones an opportunity to honor their memory. This is an open house style event where participants will have the opportunity to honor their loved one through a self-guided walk on the walking path that surrounds the New Life Hospice ... Read More »
“Star Wars,” comic book, and graphic novel fans of all ages are invited to celebrate Free Comic Book Day and “Star Wars” Day on Saturday, May 4, at Westlake Porter Public Library during regular business hours! Participants can pick up free comic books and enjoy several activities throughout the day. They can learn to draw their own comic book and ... Read More »
by Leigh Keeton When China Taylor was choosing a nursing school, one parameter outweighed all others— NCLEX pass rates. NCLEX stands for National Council Licensure Examination. It’s a nationwide examination that tests the competencies of nursing graduates and a passing score is required to receive a registered nursing license. Based on that one parameter, Taylor chose Lorain County Community College. “LCCC ... Read More »
As we bid farewell to another academic year, Westlake City School District is preparing for a month of celebrations, ceremonies, and special events that capture the spirit and achievements of our students from preschool to high school. As we race toward the finale, our schools are buzzing with excitement, anticipation, and a touch of bittersweet nostalgia. Here is a glimpse ... Read More »
The Avon Local School District is excited to announce our district recently earned the Best Communities for Music Education award from the NAMM Foundation (National Association of Music Merchants). This is the first time Avon has been recognized. Now in its 25th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement for providing music access ... Read More »
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