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Huck Kurinsky, a 10-year-old fifth grader from Bay Middle School, continues his meteoric rise in BMX freestyle, claiming his fourth consecutive SA BMX Freestyle National Championship over the weekend of October 11–12 in San Diego, California. Competing in the 9–10 age division, Huck delivered a standout performance with precision and flair, capping off a remarkable year that also included his first international competition victory in Toronto, Canada, and appearances ... Read More »

It doesn’t take long to realize that lifelong Avon resident, Jerry Galant, isn’t one to talk much about himself. What he prefers doing is – helping others. In fact, one could say that helping others has become the mission of this U.S. Army Vietnam veteran. On any given day, you’ll likely find Galant in his woodworking shop behind the home ... Read More »

Oktoberfest Prost to good times at Rose Senior Living! Residents and team members celebrated Oktoberfest in true German style — with delicious food, festive drinks, music, and plenty of fun last week. Everyone got into the spirit, dressing up and enjoying life in this lively senior community. Click here for more photos. Trunk or Treat! Trunk or Treat at Rose ... Read More »

The Avon High football team hosted arch-rival Avon Lake in a battle for the Silver Rail trophy at Avon’s Wahlberg Stadium last Friday. Now 8-1, the host Eagles pulled away from the Shoremen to post a 43-12 win. For Avon’s seniors, it was four straight over the Shoremen. Avon also clinched its 10th straight share of the Southwestern Conference title. ... Read More »

After much thought, and with encouragement from my family, staff, and many of you, I’m excited to be running for re-election as Mayor of our great City. I’m proud of the progress we’ve made together and have a renewed sense of purpose to keep going and make Bay Village even better. With more than 25 years of service to our ... Read More »

Submitted by Friends of Kathryn Kerber For the first time in eight years, Bay Village voters have a choice in who leads our city as Mayor. This November, that choice is clear: Kathryn Kerber, a seasoned public servant and community advocate, is running with a platform rooted in transparency, strategic planning, and inclusive leadership. A Bay Village resident since 2009, ... Read More »

Pets of all shapes and sizes populated the grounds of St. Raphael Catholic Church in Bay Village for their annual Pet Blessing Sat., Oct.11. This was the 20th anniversary for the event. The event was first held in 2005 to commemorate the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals. It was free to all and always makes ... Read More »

Who knew STEM could be so much fun?! That was the question Bay Middle School sixth graders answered at the Seventh Annual Punkin Chunkin on Thursday, October 9. Teams of students created handcrafted trebuchets, catapults and sling shots and brought this fun and educational event to life at Cahoon Park. The teams dress is costumes and awards are given for ... Read More »

A group of local boys saw success at the 19th Annual Ohio Cross Country Middle and Elementary School State Championships last weekend-taking home the State Runner-Up team trophy for the Elementary Boys Division 2, 3 & 4 Race in Dublin, Ohio. The team, who call themselves the Running Raiders, consists of a group of 4th, 5th and 6th graders-Luke Bloomfield, ... Read More »

Westlake City School District is proud to share that Superintendent Dr. Scott Goggin was honored this week with the 2025 Exemplary Leadership Award from the Buckeye Association of School Administrators (BASA). The award was presented during the BASA Awards Luncheon at the organization’s annual Fall Conference at the Hilton Polaris in Columbus, Ohio. Selected by a panel of his peers, ... Read More »