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The Aspen Institute (Aspen) named Lorain County Community College as one of 25 semifinalists for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Rooted in deep research and backed by $1 million in award, the Aspen Prize is the nation’s signature recognition of community colleges that deliver value for their students. “This recognition from the Aspen Institute reflects a decade-long, ... Read More »

by Ramune Balog Dorner 40th Annual Scholarship Luncheon The Herb Guild Garden Club is holding its 40th Annual Scholarship Luncheon on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at the Emerald Event Center, 33040 Just Imagine Dr., Avon, Ohio 44011. The luncheon will feature craft, culinary, and boutique tables, where items will be available for purchase. The highlight of the luncheon is an ... Read More »

The Friends of the Bay Village Branch Library will hold a Book Sale from June 4 to June 7 at the branch located at 27400 Wolf Rd in Bay Village. (access the library parking lot from Dover Center Road north of Wolf). Hours are Thursday 5 to 8:45 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 ... Read More »

In our 250th Tuesday fun fact, today we recognize one of the most well-known names of Westlake’s early settlers, Leonard G. Porter. He was the tenth born of eleven children, lived from 1806 to 1884 and arrived in the area of Dover at the age of 19. Leonard married Catherine Stevens at the Dover Congregational Church in 1838 and had ... Read More »

Everyone is invited to join the Westshore Campus president’s office in dedicating the Chair of Remembrance in the atrium of the Science and Health Careers Building on Thursday, May 21 from 10 to 11 a.m. The Chair of Remembrance is a poignant, empty seat dedicated to prisoners of war and military personnel missing in action. It symbolizes that these service ... Read More »

Contractor, Karvo Companies, Inc. began road repair work the week of May 11. As weather permits, all sections of road repairs in Bay Village will be completed withing a few days. Please view the map which highlights the areas of work for 2026. Please note: Do not park on the street in front of your house during road repairs. Traffic will be ... Read More »

Reckless Motorcycle On 4/24/26 at approx. 5AM, an officer on patrol watched as a motorcycle disregarded a red light at Crocker and Schwartz. It drove through the light at about 40mph before speeding off. The officer pursued the bike for a very short time but noted that the rider’s reckless operation was putting everyone in danger. The officer quickly called ... Read More »

High school students from across Northeast Ohio are ready to shine and showcase their hard work and talents at Playhouse Square as a part of the 2026 Dazzle Awards presented by Pat and John Chapman. The organization today announced the nominees whose onstage and offstage work will be recognized at the annual ceremony on May 16. This year, a record-high ... Read More »

Joyce Lender, MD Inc. Board Certified Dermatology welcomes Dr. Madison Ratycz! Dr. Ratycz is now accepting new patients. Call (440) 284-1400 to schedule your appointment. Same week appointments available. See their ad below. Read More »

Larry Nickel born in Lakewood Ohio on July 8, 1936 passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026 in Bay Village, Ohio. Beloved husband of the late Claudia. Loving father of Randy Nickel (Martha) and Laurie Thuman (Kevin). Grandfather of Katie, Jacob, Thomas, Kyle, Luke and Joy. Great grandfather of Silas, Cora, Dawson, Khusi, Spencer, Adelyn, Kit, Rosie and Jude. Preceded ... Read More »