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The City of Westlake formally welcomed its new and returning City Council representatives during an organizational meeting Monday, Jan. 3, at City Hall. The meeting featured the swearing in of newly-elected President of Council David S. Greenspan, as well as the newly-elected representatives Duane Van Dyke (Ward 1) and Amy G. Havelka (Ward 5). Returning Council representatives were also sworn ... Read More »

Two 17-year old boys, one from Florida and one from Tuscarawas County, Ohio, will be facing charges in the Bay High lockdown incident that took place last January. The incident, which occurred on Jan. 29 of last year, saw Bay Village Police receive a phone call from a male indicating he was in a bathroom at Bay High, he had ... Read More »

Thomas F. Hill was one of the most influential educators in the history of Westlake Schools. As the district’s longtime music director, Mr. Hill touched countless lives. He served as band director, choir director and head of every music program in the district at one time or another during his distinguished career. Mr. Hill, 93, passed away Dec. 30. The ... Read More »

Long-awaited Sculptures by Creator of Homeless Jesus Installed in Cleveland After months of being delayed, the Matthew 25 Collection sculptures arrived last week in Cleveland and were installed just in time for Christmas. Community West Foundation announced the acquisition of the artwork in July as a way to expand important conversations around issues of social justice, privilege, compassion and empathy. ... Read More »

The City of Avon’s annual Tree Lighting Festival was presented by the French Creek Foundation on the afternoon and evening of Dec. 3. It was an unforgettable time for siblings Jamison and Zoey, holders of the Golden Tickets which entitled them to ride with Santa from the community gazebo to the holiday festivities at Olde Avon Village. Once there, they ... Read More »

As a three-sport athlete who played football in college and the NFL, Dave Zastudil Bay High School Class of ‘97 knows firsthand how important coaches are in preparing students for the field, the classroom and the future. He’s bringing that responsibility full circle by coaching his son Chase’s 5-6 grade rec football team. “With a few other awesome coaches, we ... Read More »

On Wednesday, November 17, Great Lakes Honda West hosted UH St. John Medical Center representatives at the dealership to present a check for the Maltby Breast Health Center. The West side, Elyria based dealership raised awareness for breast cancer the entire month of October by showcasing the dealership with pink balloons and other décor. A donation was made for every ... Read More »

A sleep pod now brings much-deserved rest to employees of University Hospitals St. John Medical Center. It is a great way for health-care workers to catch a little shut-eye while working overtime during these Covid-challenged times. The HOHM Sleep pods were first installed at UH Main Campus in Cleveland. UH St. John Medical Center in Westlake received its first pod ... Read More »

Thousands of guests jammed Crocker Park Saturday evening as a performance by the Toy Soldier rang in the annual lighting of the 50-foot Crocker Park Christmas Tree. The holiday spirit was alive all evening as guests, some waiting for hours to see the show, enjoyed pleasant November weather and the many Crocker Park amenities. Westlake Mayor Dennis Clough virtually welcomed ... Read More »

27 Flags Honoring Veterans on Display Outside Westlake High School Westlake Demons Athletic Boosters (WDAB) is thrilled to share its third annual Veterans Day Flag Display at Westlake High School. Each athletic team from Westlake High School and Lee Burneson Middle School, along with WDAB, have each planted a flag in honor of American Veterans for a total of 27 ... Read More »