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To expand health care delivery to more residents of Cuyahoga County, The MetroHealth System has opened a new health center at Crocker Park in Westlake. Medical Director Jeffrey O. Galvin, MD, joined with staff in welcoming about 300 guests to a community open house Saturday, Aug. 1. “We want people to know that there are more than just two health ... Read More »

Brand new at the North Olmsted Recreation Center is a sparkling, high-end fitness center that is open to everyone. Budget friendly plans range from daily walk-in rates to annual discounted memberships that can be used by residents from any community. “We are excited about the center,” says North Olmsted Recreation Commissioner Betsy Drenski. “You don’t have to be a resident ... Read More »

Each year, the Mercy Foundation of Lorain County provides funds to underwrite the education of talented students who are pursuing health careers and employees going on medical mission trips. This year’s recipients were honored at a pre-game ceremony before a Lake Erie Crushers game on Wednesday, July 29. Emily Edwards and Tyler Norris have been selected to receive The Francis ... Read More »

The 2nd annual St. John Medical Center Golf Classic was a success at Red Tail Golf Club on Mon., July 27. More than 100 community-minded participants shared their time, talent and treasure in support of SJMC’s community health mission. “Thanks to your generosity, and that of your companies, we have made the 2nd annual SJMC Golf Classic a tremendous success,” ... Read More »

Craig Foltin Selected as Executive Vice President of Access, Learning and Success CLEVELAND — Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®) today announced that Craig Foltin will become the College’s provost and chief academic officer after being named executive vice president of Access, Learning and Success. Foltin had served in the role on an interim basis since December. During that time, he has ... Read More »

The new headquarters of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC will remain in Lorain County and will be located in Avon, Ohio, the company announced on Fri., July 24. Bendix has signed an agreement to purchase an approximately 60-acre site just over 10 miles from its current location in Elyria. The company announced in February that it would construct a new ... Read More »

St. John Medical Center’s 2015 Festival of the Arts was a huge success July 10 – 12. “What a fantastic weekend,” said SJMC President & CEO William A. Young. “The community came out in droves to support the event. We estimated 20,000 – 30,000 were in attendance to support this premier arts and crafts show on the West side.” According ... Read More »

The 20th annual Toy Run to benefit pediatric patients was a success the morning of Sunday, July 12 as over 400 motorcyclists rode from Lake Erie Harley-Davidson on Chester Road in Avon to Fairview Hospital with toys and gifts. “Despite a very rainy morning and ride, over 400 riders participated in the 20th Annual Fairview Hospital Toy Run,” said Lake ... Read More »

Nearly 150 space professionals from around the world enjoyed an unparalled tour of NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland on Tuesday, July 7, as part of International Space University’s (ISU) 28th Space Studies Program (SSP15). ISU, the world’s premier international space education institution, hosts SSP15 at Ohio University from June 8-August 7. Supported by major space agencies and aerospace organizations ... Read More »

Summer returned just in time for beautiful playing conditions at Westwood Country Club on Monday, July 13th, as golfers gathered at the 14th annual Drive for Life Golf Benefit. Presented by the Community West Foundation and the 2015 Drive for Life Golf Committee, over 100 golfers turned out to make a difference. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Caring ... Read More »