Westlake

Westlake Police Patrolman Ryan Jasinsky was presented the Life Saving Award by the American Police Hall of Fame & Museum on Dec. 17 at Westlake City Hall. Using his police trauma care training along with his prior military training and experience, Ptl. Jasinsky saved a woman’s life in June of this year after she was thrown from her motorcycle 50 feet over ... Read More »

The City of Westlake formally welcomed its new and returning City Council representatives during an organizational meeting Monday, Jan. 3, at City Hall. The meeting featured the swearing in of newly-elected President of Council David S. Greenspan, as well as the newly-elected representatives Duane Van Dyke (Ward 1) and Amy G. Havelka (Ward 5). Returning Council representatives were also sworn ... Read More »

Thomas F. Hill was one of the most influential educators in the history of Westlake Schools. As the district’s longtime music director, Mr. Hill touched countless lives. He served as band director, choir director and head of every music program in the district at one time or another during his distinguished career. Mr. Hill, 93, passed away Dec. 30. The ... 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 »

Following is Westlake Porter Public Library’s late December 2021 calendar of events. All programs are subject to change. Please check westlakelibrary.org or follow the library on Facebook and Twitter (@WestlakePorter) for the latest updates. Monday, December 20 (9 a.m.-9 p.m.) Holiday Fun! Craft Pick-Up – Tis the season for crafts! Stop by the library for a bag of holiday-themed crafts. ... Read More »

Westlake Porter Public Library has been named a 5-Star Library by Library Journal magazine in its annual Star Libraries index, up from its 4-Stars in 2020. Libraries are eligible for up to five stars. The index used 2019 statistics on physical circulation, circulation of electronic materials, library visits, program attendance, public computer use and WiFi sessions. Successful retrievals of electronic ... Read More »

Hospital staff at UH St. John Medical Center have worked to the max ever since the start of the pandemic. Long hours of patient care, extra shifts and the stress of intense work. All that does not exempt health care workers from personal challenges in daily living. They face crises just like everyone else. To alleviate the burden some of ... Read More »

A highlight of the community Tree Lighting at Westlake City Hall last Sunday was the performance of the Westlake Chamber Orchestra, made up of string players from Westlake High School. As guests sipped hot chocolate and enjoyed holiday cookies, the air was filled with seasonal music, all expertly performed by these talented musicians. Their performance preceded the announcement of Mike ... Read More »

“Many thanks to the incredible Comfort Quilters of Prince of Peace Westlake for the 25 handmade quilts they made for the homeless,” reports Community West Foundation, the Westlake-based charitable organization that supports Cleveland-area organizations that provide for the basic needs of the homeless and most vulnerable in our community.             “Year after year, they give ... Read More »