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Mercy New Life Hospice Dedicates Memorial Walkway

A beautifully landscaped space that offers a peaceful setting for patients and families to visit and reflect was dedicated at Mercy New Life Hospice the evening of June 4 on the grounds of the Mercy Regional Medical Center. The walkway is set with 850 engraved pavers, purchased as memorial tributes to loved ones. The garden stands as a tribute to ... Read More »

Best of the West Shore Police Blotter

  Best of the West  Shore Police Blotter for the Week of June 12: Man Hides in Mom’s Dresser Fairview Park Police ran into a strange case last week as an escaped prisoner from Fairview Hospital was found hiding in a hollowed-out dresser at his mother’s home in Cleveland. The saga began when a prisoner temporarily released on medical furlough ... Read More »

Summertime and the Livin’ is…Busy!

Summer is here and the calendar is filled with things to do. From art fests to summer markets, from community concerts to the totally unique Avon Duck Tape Festival, there is just so much to do now that June’s blue skies have arrived. Here’s a look at some upcoming local highlights you won’t want to miss: Destination, Bay – June ... Read More »

Bay Days 2015 Independence Day Celebration

Highlights include live music, Classic Car Cruise-In, bike parade and fireworks. (BAY VILLAGE, OH) Bay Village’s 63rd annual Independence Day celebration, Bay Days, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Bay Village, will take place Wednesday, July 1 through Saturday, July 4 – all at Cahoon Park. Booths and rides will be open from Noon to 10:30 p.m. daily. From Noon ... Read More »

Crocker Park Art Fair & Craft Marketplace

National Festival Promoter Howard Alan Events Returns to Crocker Park with Art Fair & Craft Marketplace Festival promoter Howard Alan Events, producer of many award-winning juried art fairs throughout the country, returns to Crocker Park in Westlake with its Fine Art Fair and Craft Marketplace June 13th and 14th. This two-day juried event will feature eclectic exhibits of original art, ... Read More »

Escaped Prisoner Found Hiding in Mom’s Dresser

Fairview Park Police ran into a strange case last week as an escaped prisoner from Fairview Hospital was found hiding in a hollowed-out dresser at his mother’s home in Cleveland. The saga began when a prisoner temporarily released on medical furlough fled from Fairview Hospital rather than return to Fairview Park City Jail on June 4. Fairview Police searched the ... Read More »

Westlake Police: Lockers Worked Out at Fitness Center

Since the end of April through May 28, seven members of LA Fitness have had credit cards, cash, or other property stolen from their lockers while they worked out, report Westlake Police. Some of the lockers were locked, while others were not. Another member is a possible suspect. Not Ready for Marriage An engaged 25-year-old Olmsted Falls man and his ... Read More »

Lupus Support Group in Westlake

The Lupus Foundation of America, Greater Ohio Chapter will host its monthly Westlake support group on Thursday, June 18 in the Westlake Porter Public Library. What: Westlake Lupus Support Group Where: 27333 Ridge Rd., Westlake, Ohio When: Thursday, June 18 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. The support group is an open, small-group environment that encourages discussion among lupus patients ... Read More »

OHSAA Track Championships Loaded with Highlights

The day-long OHSAA track championship finals  hosted by The Ohio State University Jesse Owens Stadium last weekend brought great competition under perfect weather conditions Saturday. The highlights were many as top student-athletes from high schools from every corner of Ohio converged to compete and celebrate their talents. Some highlights: – Div. l distance ace Annie Heffernan of St. Ursula Academy ... Read More »

The Nord Center: Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare Services

Often overlooked and misunderstood, good mental health is an essential part of living a happy, healthy life. When substance abuse, mental illness and emotional issues take hold, they can have a tremendous impact on the individuals, family, friends and communities they touch. The Nord Center is a private, non-profit agency providing comprehensive behavioral and mental health services to children, adolescents ... Read More »