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Ed and Barb Leszynski were named Mr. & Mrs. Westlake 2019 by Mayor Dennis Clough at the city’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremonies, held this year at Westlake City Hall the evening of Dec. 1. The award is presented annually to the couple selected from letters of nomination for their contributions to community. Mayor Clough touched on the  many highlights ... Read More »

A life size sculpture titled “Homeless Jesus” has traveled to Messiah Lutheran Church in Fairview Park. Created by Canadian sculptor Timothy Schmalz, it depicts Jesus as a homeless person lying on a bench covered by a blanket with wounds in his feet. This symbolic work of art is one of a series of inspiring sculptures crafted by Schmalz. Community West ... Read More »

Ridge Cleaners of Avon Lake kicked off the holiday season with a Toys for Tots open house last week. ‘Heroes Give Back’ was the theme as local business owners stopped by with gifts to support this annual holiday drive. Local Toys for Tots Donation Locations Here is a list of area Toys for Tots drop off points: Busch Funeral and ... Read More »

A great way to give thanks this holiday season is by giving back – especially if the causes they benefit go to those in our communities. North Ridgeville Community Care is one of those organizations that takes care of those in the community when need arises. Operating with the help of outside support, grants and over 80 dedicated volunteers, 100 ... Read More »

Last spring, Westlake High School senior Matt Eppele discovered an organization that aligned with his talents and beliefs. Matt is a volunteer with Bugles Across America (BAA), a non-profit organization based in Illinois that provides musicians to play taps at funeral services for local veterans. BAA was founded in 2000 when Congress passed legislation providing veterans a right to at ... Read More »

Westlake High School junior John Paul Southern recently was the youngest competitor in the Formula 3 (F3) class main support races at the Formula 1 (F1) Pirelli 2018 United State Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. The 16-year-old, who began racing at the age of 5, is one of only about 450 drivers in the world to have Federation Internationale de ... Read More »

Ever wonder where all the superheroes come from who appear at children’s events throughout the area? Chances are, they represent the group, ‘Superheroes to Kids in Ohio.’ It’s a nonprofit group founded in 2010 to spread good will through simple acts of kindness, the recognition of individuals who have battled through adversity and to encourage the involvement of ‘community’ to ... Read More »

Board Student Scholar Enrolled at the College to Begin Journey to Medical School A few years of accounting work at Sherwin-Williams positioned Chris Cullen for a comfortable career with the Fortune 500 company, his future as bright as the paint giant’s boldest colors. “I had everything you could ask for,” Cullen said. “I was in a great job with a ... Read More »

The Westlake High School Homecoming Weekend kicked off last Thursday with the annual Hall of Fame Induction Banquet held at Wagner’s. The night was filled with great memories and great stories. 2018 Inductees: Distinguished Alumni-Steve Richetti ’75, Steve had a wealth of political experience including serving as Chief of Staff for Vice President Joe Biden. Athletic Hall of Fame-Heather Breeden ... Read More »

Largest Gift in Hospital History Mary and Dr. Rustom Khouri, longtime supporters of University Hospitals St. John Medical Center, have committed $3 million to support renovations at the hospital’s emergency department which, in recognition of their gift, will be renamed the Khouri Center for Emergency Medicine. This is the largest gift to the hospital in its nearly 40-year history. “The ... Read More »