Westlake Porter Public Library staff members think their customers are out of this world. That’s why they’re treating them during Customer Appreciation Week, October 5-11. In addition to special space-themed programs for all ages, the library will thank customers for their support and usage with giveaways, cookies, an opportunity to get your photo taken with an “astronaut” and discounts at ... Read More »
Talk about your low self esteem! Westlake Police were contacted last week about a man who faked his own kidnapping and then settled for a measly $310 in ransom money! Just who was this guy? Westlake Police report he is a 30-year-old Grafton man who repeatedly tried to dupe his mom and aunt into believing that he had been kidnapped ... 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 »
Over 1000 walkers enjoyed glorious fall skies as they took part in the annual Alzheimer’s Association ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’ at All-Pro Stadium in Avon Sunday. The turnout demonstrated that there are many people in our community who will never forget those special loved ones who are unable to remember. From hand-painted signs, to customized t-shirts honoring a friend or ... Read More »
Big Band music made a comeback at DeLuca’s Place in the Park last Thursday as the Lorain County Office on Aging and the North Ridgeville Senior Center presented the 22nd annual Big Band Dance and Concert. The joint was jumping as the Doc McDonald Orchestra turned back the clock with fabulous versions of standards made famous by groups like The ... Read More »
Football at Bay High is fun again! With a classic, hard-hitting 17-14 win over visiting Lakewood last Friday night, the Rockets rolled to 4-1 this season, off to their best start in years. The win was paced by great running from Nick Best and the John Koz led offense. Both the offensive and defensive fronts played great, successfully marinating the ... Read More »
The renovation of Busch Funeral and Crematory Services in Avon Lake offers an updated resource to the community that has been thoughtfully planned, tastefully modernized and flexibly expanded to meet the needs of a growing community. Most importantly, it preserves the traditional ambiance and architectural character of this Avon Lake landmark. “Everything in the home has a purpose for creating ... Read More »
Ohio’s largest healthcare system, Mercy Health, will transition approximately 13,000 employees and their dependents to HealthSpan’s self-funded health benefits management starting January. Employees from Toledo and Lorain will be offered customized benefits created in partnership by Mercy Health and HealthSpan (formerly Kaiser Permanente). The plan is designed to keep small health problems from becoming bigger. It will save money and ... Read More »
North Olmsted Police arrested a shoplifter last week who said his heroin habit drove drove him to crime. The scene unfolded on Tuesday, Sept. 23, at approximately 16:19 hours, when two North Olmsted patrolmen responded to the Home Depot located at Great Northern for a male shoplifter being detained. Dispatch informed that the male has several outstanding warrants for theft. ... Read More »
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