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New Year is a time to celebrate democracy at its best. Locally, civic leaders were administered their Oaths of Office in Bay Village, Westlake and other communities as the New Year began. In Bay Village, civic inauguration is a New Year’s Day tradition. Incumbent Mayor Debbie Sutherland, as well as most of City Council, took their solemn oaths administered by ... Read More »

Q:        What is an online school? A:        In Ohio, an online school (a.k.a. “virtual school” or “e-school”) is a type of community school, meaning that it is a non-profit, non-sectarian school that operates independently of any traditional school district. Online schools have existed in Ohio since 2000. These schools typically accept students from across the state because there ... Read More »

  The Avon Early Childhood PTA (AECPTA) January meeting will be held Tuesday, January 14 at 7:00 pm at Avon Heritage North Elementary School (35575 Detroit Road). In addition to the club’s regular meeting agenda, a special program will follow featuring a representative from Avon Village School to discuss “tips to prepare your children for Kindergarten.” New members are welcome ... Read More »

Two thefts from vehicles took place at Autonation Ford on Center Ridge Rd. on the night of Dec. 28. A Rocky River man’s 2006 Ford had the driver’s side window broken out; a GPS unit was taken. The rear license plate was also removed.  Cleveland PD recovered the plate a few days later on an abandoned truck. A Meyer-brand plow ... Read More »

St. Edward and St. Ignatius High Schools will use their historic rivalry to benefit the needy at two upcoming Eagles versus Wildcats basketball games.  On Saturday, January 18 at St. Edward at 7:30 p.m. – and Saturday, February 8 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Ignatius – attendees will be able to make financial donations to the Society of St. Vincent ... Read More »

Youth Cheerleading (Kindergarten through 4th Grade) Classes begin on Thursday, January 24th. Classes will be 45 minute sessions  from 630pm to 715pm for 5 weeks The focus of the Youth Cheerleading program is to introduce the younger children, grades 1-4, to the basics of sideline cheer in a fun and safe environment.  Participants will learn the following: § Fundamentals of ... Read More »

  Alzheimer’s and Dementia Educational Talk/Support Group Topic: “Communication and Behavior” Presented by Steffani Baker of the Alzheimer’s Association Date: January 7th at 11:00AM Place: Westlake Village Retirement Community 28550 Westlake Village Drive Westlake, Ohio 44145 RSVP: Annie Rahm (440) 892-4200 or arahm@brookdaleliving.com Admission is Free.   Read More »

    Fit in Fairview is an eight-week fitness program open to Fairview Park adult residents. Non-residents are also welcome. Participants learn to develop healthy exercise and eating habits, and get incentives to keep up with the program. Sponsored by Fairview Hospital, Straight from the Heart, Gemini Recreation Center and the City of Fairview Park, the program begins with a ... Read More »

On 01/05/2014, at 0227 hrs, a resident in the 29000 block of Lincoln called BVPD to report someone tried to enter her house through a first floor sliding door, fortunately, the door was locked, and entry was not gained.  Police responded to the area, but were unable to locate any suspects.   On 01/04/2014, at 1500 hrs, a Roxbury Park ... Read More »

Northern Ohio TCE Tax Counseling Sites in Lorain County 2014 SITES OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.  Please call to make an appointment. All sites file returns electronically. City                   Site Name and Address                    Telephone       Days and Hours Open Amherst          Amherst Public Library                     988-4230         Tue/Thurs, 10-3pm E-filing site     221 Spring St.                                                                       by Appointment Avon                Avon ... Read More »