Hundreds of hours are donated annually by good folks who stop by the Normandy Care Center of Rocky River to brighten the days of residents and patients there. Many times, these volunteers do simple things that make an incredible difference in the lives of those who reside there. These deeds may include decorating the lobby to simply visiting with residents ... Read More »
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Steven Meadows Blood Drive Celebrates Life of Bay Physician
The powers of love, faith and community converged at O’Neill Healthcare Bay Village on Thurs., April, 11 at an American Red Cross blood drive in memory of Dr. Steven Meadows. A Bay Village resident, Dr. Meadows was a loving son, brother, husband and father and cherished physician in the community. As a skilled ophthalmologist, he served patients at the Lakewood ... Read More »
Rae-Ann Testimonial Shares Touching Letter From a Loving Husband
The Griffiths family opened the first Rae-Ann skilled nursing facility in Cleveland in 1974, elevating the standard of care and improving the physical environment for patients. Since then, the Rae Ann name has come to mean person-to-person care through operations that include assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation centers throughout Northeast Ohio. Personal testimonials are always powerful endorsements of a ... Read More »
The Healthy Smile: Can You Make Me Smile Again?
by Jeffrey Gross, DDS, FAGD of The Healthy Smile That’s a tough question. When this question came to me, there were so many things going through my head. If you think about this for a little bit, this question would be fitting for a psychologist or a physician. We need to understand why we are not smiling. Depression, grief and ... Read More »
Come Laugh With the Gardens at Westlake!
The Gardens will be hosting a comedy show to entertain their residents, family, friends and community on Thurs., April 25, at 6 p.m. Comedian Will McDaniel is a seasoned comic, bringing clean, family-friendly laughter to audiences for more than 10 years. He has traveled all over the United States sharing his twist on everything from family, friends, fun and faith. ... Read More »
WDAB Hosts 3rd Annual Demon Derby “Night at the Races”
Demon pride was alive and kicking at the Westlake Demons Athletic Boosters (WDAB) 3rd Annual Demon Derby “Night at the Races.” The event, held at St. Demetrios Church Cultural Center on March 30, included dinner, drinks, sideboards, horse races, raffle packages, silent auction, and the newly added “Wine Pull” with all proceeds benefiting WDAB and our mission to support all ... Read More »
Academic Challenge Teams Place in Top 10 Nationally
The Westlake High School and Lee Burneson Middle School Academic Challenge teams placed in the Top 10 in the national Questions Unlimited Spring 3-2-1 Competition. LBMS finished fourth in the nation out of 87 schools, and first in Ohio. WHS finished 10th nationally out of 178 schools and first in Ohio. Students compete as a team to answer more than 100 ... Read More »
Rocky River Coterie Presents “Que Sera, Sera” Highlights of Doris Day’s Life and Career
The Rocky River Coterie, a women’s friendship group, will be hosting a free hour-long program presented by Demaris Peters Pike. The program – “Que Sera, Sera” will highlight Doris Day’s life and career as well as many of her well-loved songs. Join us at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1 at the Don Umerley Civic Center, 21016 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River for ... Read More »
Bay Village Board of Education accepts Huntley Resignation, Seeks Applicants
The Bay Village Board of Education seeks applicants to fill the unexpired term of board member Amy Huntley, who will resign effective Tuesday, April 16. The board is accepting applications through Tuesday, April 30, 2019, for the open board seat. Applicants must be residents of Bay Village and registered voters. Candidate interviews with the board will take place beginning on ... Read More »
RRMS Students Earn Top Ratings at Solo & Ensemble Contest
Rocky River Middle School students competed at the CCC-West Solo & Ensemble Contest over the weekend, earning top ratings. A total of 15 soloists and 40 students in six ensembles took part in the event and combined for 14 Superior ratings, three Excellent ratings and two Good ratings. According to RRMS music teacher Mary Fancher, the judges were impressed with the ... Read More »
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