Avon Gridders Go to 12-0 Two weeks after capturing their 8th straight Southwestern Conference title, the Avon Eagles stayed on pace for another regional title as they topped Brecksville-Broadview Hts., 49-7 in a regional quarterfinal game at Avon’s Wahlberg Stadium last Friday night. They go on to regional semifinal play against Olmsted Falls this Friday at Ranger Stadium in North ... Read More »
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Light Up the Park in Avon Lake
The weather outside isn’t exactly “frightful”, but the holidays will be here before you know it. Save the date for our Light up the Park event when we count down with Santa to flip the switch and light up Veterans’ Park on Friday, December 1st. Our popular Photos with Santa program brought to you by Avon Lake Historical Society starts ... Read More »
Joyful Voices, Jubilant Sounds!
Enjoy a holiday performance by the 75-member West Shore Chorale and Ensemble, December 3, 2023 7:30 p.m. at Rocky River United Methodist Church, 19414 Detroit Rd. in Rocky River. This performance will be under the direction of Michael K. Lisi together with the Chamber Choir – Academy of the Cleveland Institute of Music lead by Jennifer Call as they present: ... Read More »
Halloween Rewind
Halloween 2023 was a good one! Before it fades into memory, here are a few great moments to remember! A Spooktacular Halloween at The Normandy The Normandy Senior Living in Rocky River was the place to be Halloween afternoon! Just take a look at the hauntingly good time had by residents! Rose Senior Living A hauntingly good time was had ... Read More »
Collecting Toys for Ninth Annual “Marines Toys for Tots” Drive
Join Tom Orlando, the Lorain County Clerk of Court, and his staff in supporting their ninth Annual “Marines Toys for Tots” toy drive at all of the Clerk of Courts locations throughout the county. There are “Toys for Tots” donation boxes in rooms 105, 106, and 108 of the Clerk of Courts’ Legal Division departments located on the first floor ... Read More »
Happy 101st, Alta!
Happy 101st birthday to Alta Rinard, resident of Fairmont Senior Living in Westlake! Alta was born on Oct. 28, 1922 in Kentucky and grew up in Newcastle, Indiana with her five siblings, Mara, William, Thomas, Carrie and Audrey. She lived in North Olmsted for more than 50 years. One year ago, Alta moved to Westlake and currently resides at Fairmont ... Read More »
Woman Suffrage Amendment Poster, 1914
by Michele Yamamoto At the Bay Village Historical Society, we made an unexpected discovery while archiving the college diploma of Elizabeth Hughes Cahoon. The backing used inside the frame for Elizabeth’s diploma was from the women’s suffrage movement in the early 1900s. The poster reads “Vote for Woman Suffrage Amendment 3 on Nov. 3.” A look into Amendment 3 led ... Read More »
WEST SHORE BLUES: The Best of the Beats
Chaos Prevails at Police Shootout in North Olmsted Fire, 2 Dead Chaos prevailed at a burning North Olmsted home as police responded to a bizarre phone call from a woman who was approached by a bleeding man asking for help. The call came in at about 1:40 a.m. Saturday. The caller, a woman, told police she was approached while getting ... Read More »
Dover Players Presents a New Musical Comedy, “Dog-Gone It”
Dover Players Community Theater present a new musical comedy, “Dog-Gone It” on November 3-5 and 10-12 at the North Olmsted Community Cabin, 28114 Lorain Road, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Musical: Dog-Gone It • Script/Music/Lyrics by Keith Behrendt • Directed by Jeff Campbell. Synopsis: Anthony can’t tell a lie, but when he is forced into a situation where he must lie, ... Read More »
An Easy Way to Find Reading and Math Help for Your Child
Connecting for Kids Learning Disability Provider Showcase on Weds. Nov. 29 Do you have concerns about your child’s reading or math skills? Have you been told your child is at risk for dyslexia? Would you like an easy way to meet tutors, specialists or programs to see if they are a match for your child’s needs? If so, attend the ... Read More »
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