Featured Stories

Hope for Quinn: Brio Rolls Out the Red Carpet for 5-Year Old Cancer Patient

Thanks to Brio Tuscan Grille in Westlake, five year old Quinn Demko got one of his wishes granted Saturday afternoon, Feb. 21. Little Quinn is battling an aggressive, rare brain tumor called sPNET. Quinn’s party of 12, which included his family, was given the red carpet treatment (literally) at Brio Tuscan Grille at Crocker Park. Brio added many special touches ... Read More »

Straight from the Heart 2015

Warm Hearts, Cold Night Meet for a Great Cause Warm hearts came out on a cold night for a great cause Saturday evening as Fairview, Lakewood and Lutheran Hospitals celebrated their 11th annual Straight from the Heart Gala presented by Community West Foundation at LaCentre in Westlake. “We would like to thank you and our community for the incredible support, ... Read More »

All About You: ‘Matters of the Heart’ Takes Center Stage at SJMC

Most people think breast cancer is the leading cause of death in American women. But they are wrong. It is heart disease. “For Ladies Only: Matters of the Heart” was the focus of St. John Medical Center’s “All About You” presentation hosted at LaCentre in Westlake on Wed., Feb. 11. A panel of physician experts educated about 250 attendees on ... Read More »

I Still Do… St. Mary of the Woods Vow Renewal

St. Mary of the Woods in Avon hosted a lovely ‘Vow Renewal’ on Thurs., Feb. 12, as resident couples renewed their lifetimes of love and commitment in the senior living community’s chapel in anticipation of Valentine’s Day. About a dozen of the community’s couples took part in the exchange, proving that love does endure forever! Afterwards, a reception was held ... Read More »

Kidz in Bloom Lift Valentine Hearts

The ‘Kidz in Bloom’ program has been developed by Kiddie Kollege to teach the importance of community to children. As part of the curriculum experience, giving back to community is one of the many qualities valued by Kiddie Kollege in its mission to emphasize the social development of students as intrinsic to a complete educational experience. Kiddie Kollege children spent ... Read More »

Paper Trails: Rocky River’s Premier Specialty Paper Boutique

Walk into Paper Trails in Rocky River’s Olde River Shopping Area and take a step into place of endless opportunities to connect with friends and loved ones. The warm and welcoming atmosphere enhances an extensive and beautifully curated selection of fine stationery, note cards, invitations, announcements, greeting cards and designer wrapping paper. Whether you are looking for a card to ... Read More »

SJMC Employees Share Personal Cancer Stories… “If I Help One Woman, I Have Done My Job”

St. John Medical Center employees Candius Rapson and Maureen Trainer are both cancer survivors who now use their experiences in battling back from the disease to better serve patients. They shared the story of their journey on Jan. 28 as part of the monthly SJMC Diversity Lunch program. The program is hosted by Sr. Kendra Bottoms, Director of Pastoral Care ... Read More »

CRS Charity Ball is a Hit

Community Resource Services is the leader in serving those in need in the communities of Avon and Avon Lake. CRS held its 26th annual Charity Ball on Sat., Jan. 31, at LaCentre in Westlake as a record number of 410 guests attended. Sponsored by NRG Energy and Medical Mutual, the “You Are the Key to Our Heart” Charity Ball was ... Read More »

NASA Glenn Research Center: “An Incredible Investment to Our Nation”

Nestled between Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Reservation, NASA’s John H. Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field is a world-leader in the development of science and technology for use in aeronautics and space. The Glenn Research Center returns more than $1.1 billion annually to the local economy, according to statistics compiled by Cleveland State University. ... Read More »

O’Neill Healthcare Fairview Park Grand Opening

  O’Neill Healthcare opened its fifth West Shore location on Jan. 22 with the official ribbon-cutting and blessing of O’Neill Healthcare Fairview Park at 20770 Lorain Road. Standing in the location of the former Garnett Elementary School, the facility offers 118 skilled nursing beds (including 56 private rooms). An innovative 5,000 square foot Therapy and Rehabilitation Center contains an 800 ... Read More »