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🏛️ Mentor Council on Waste & Pool Costs; School Safety Returns

Weather

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🏛️ Mentor Council on Waste & Pool Costs; School Safety Returns

Issue #957 - Plus: School safety returns, ABBA hits Mentor Rocks, Browns QB battle & sunny skies

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Aug 18, 2026

🏫 Back to School Begins Today in Mentor + Mosquito Treatment Tuesday

Mentor Public Schools

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🏫 Back to School Begins Today in Mentor + Mosquito Treatment Tuesday

Issue #956 - Plus: Fresh Mentor home listings, today’s weather & police keep the trophy

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Aug 17, 2026

🌦️ Afternoon Storms Possible, Mentor's $1M Wildwood Bid & 6 New Officers

Lake County Captains

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🌦️ Afternoon Storms Possible, Mentor's $1M Wildwood Bid & 6 New Officers

Issue #955 - Plus: Cleveland baseball gets it's 10,000th win, Sunday Drives: Two Very Different Escapes

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Aug 16, 2026

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Kirtland Hills OH

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Aug 18, 2026

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5 min read

🏛️ Mentor Council on Waste & Pool Costs; School Safety Returns

Issue #957 - Plus: School safety returns, ABBA hits Mentor Rocks, Browns QB battle & sunny skies

Business

+16

Aug 17, 2026

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6 min read

🏫 Back to School Begins Today in Mentor + Mosquito Treatment Tuesday

Issue #956 - Plus: Fresh Mentor home listings, today’s weather & police keep the trophy

Lake County Captains

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Aug 16, 2026

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6 min read

🌦️ Afternoon Storms Possible, Mentor's $1M Wildwood Bid & 6 New Officers

Issue #955 - Plus: Cleveland baseball gets it's 10,000th win, Sunday Drives: Two Very Different Escapes

Lake County Captains

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🎉 CityFest Today: Fireworks, Morgan Wallen Tribute & Dog Warden Leave

Aug 15, 2026

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🎉 CityFest Today: Fireworks, Morgan Wallen Tribute & Dog Warden Leave

Issue #954 - Plus: Mentor’s biggest summer celebration is here — plus what we know about the Lake County Dog Warden and a big Captains comeback.

Business

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🎉 CityFest Starts Today: Circus Thrills + P!NK Tribute Friday

Aug 14, 2026

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🎉 CityFest Starts Today: Circus Thrills + P!NK Tribute Friday

Issue #953 - Plus: 🌦️ Storms Possible Late + Captains Walk Off Dayton + Guardians Shut Out

Events

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📰 Mentor Auctions Water Barrel Wonders + Guardians & Captains Win

Aug 13, 2026

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6 min read

📰 Mentor Auctions Water Barrel Wonders + Guardians & Captains Win

Issue #952 - Plus: Mentor police promotion, local corrections job opening & pet safety tips

Lake County Captains

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🎉 Mentor CityFest This Weekend, DUI Campaign & Storm Chances

Aug 12, 2026

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6 min read

🎉 Mentor CityFest This Weekend, DUI Campaign & Storm Chances

Issue #951 - Plus: What Mentor’s Tree Commission Does—and Why Your Rest May Not Be Working - LIVE BETTER

Mentor Public Schools

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💰 Mentor Schools Get $125K Back + Chase Matthew Rocks Tonight

Aug 11, 2026

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5 min read

💰 Mentor Schools Get $125K Back + Chase Matthew Rocks Tonight

Issue #950 - Plus: 🛠️ Mentor Library Adds 57-Piece Tool Set for Residents to Borrow

Business

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🚨 Fake Tax Relief Video, Perry Quake & Fair Records Fall

Aug 10, 2026

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7 min read

🚨 Fake Tax Relief Video, Perry Quake & Fair Records Fall

Issue #949 - Plus: 🏡 Fresh Mentor Home Listings, Captains Win in 10 & Storms Possible

Business

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🚧 Hopkins Road Reopens + Fall Festival Returns + Spray Park Is Back

Aug 9, 2026

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6 min read

🚧 Hopkins Road Reopens + Fall Festival Returns + Spray Park Is Back

Issue #948 - Plus: 🚧 Hopkins Road Reopens + Fall Festival Returns + Spray Park Is Back

Business

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🎉 Mentor Cruise-In Today, Willoughby ChalkFest & Possible Storms

Aug 8, 2026

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🎉 Mentor Cruise-In Today, Willoughby ChalkFest & Possible Storms

Issue #947 - Plus: Mosquito treatments across Lake County, Deepwood Idol returns to Cityfest, High school football scrimmages

Business

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🌦️ Storm Chances, Mentor Police Academy & Football Returns Friday

Aug 7, 2026

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🌦️ Storm Chances, Mentor Police Academy & Football Returns Friday

Issue #946 - Plus: U2 tribute hits Mentor Lagoons tonight, plus rental-hour changes and a new Lake County Council on Aging leader.

Business

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🚨 Scooter Enforcement Rises, Genoa Makes History & Showers Possible

Aug 6, 2026

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🚨 Scooter Enforcement Rises, Genoa Makes History & Showers Possible

Issue #945 - Plus: Wildwood Arts Meeting, Mentor Library History & Is Your Pet Bored?

Mentor on the Lake OH

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🚨 6-Year Sentence in Mall Case, Cruise-In Returns to Mentor

Aug 5, 2026

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🚨 6-Year Sentence in Mall Case, Cruise-In Returns to Mentor

Issue #944 - Plus: Cloudy with Possible showers, why you feel tired, and tough nights for local baseball

Business

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🚨 Lake County Marine Patrol at Risk, Firestone Plan & REO in Mentor

Aug 4, 2026

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6 min read

🚨 Lake County Marine Patrol at Risk, Firestone Plan & REO in Mentor

Issue #943 - Plus: ⚾ Guardians Go for It, Browns Standouts & Sunshine Near 82°

Business

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🚧 Hopkins Closed This Week, Tax Deadline Wednesday & Fresh Mentor Listings

Aug 3, 2026

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🚧 Hopkins Closed This Week, Tax Deadline Wednesday & Fresh Mentor Listings

Issue #942 - Plus: Mentor honors a Revolutionary War veteran, Gavin Williams shines, and the Captains return to .500 in 2nd Half.

Business

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🚨 Mentor-on-the-Lake Man Fatally Shot by Willoughby Police; Storms Ahead

Aug 2, 2026

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🚨 Mentor-on-the-Lake Man Fatally Shot by Willoughby Police; Storms Ahead

Issue #941 - Plus: Mentor’s mosquito-spray schedule, CityFest Color Dash details and more.

Cleveland Guardians

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🚨 Fatal Mentor Crash, Guilty Plea & Storms Possible Today

Aug 1, 2026

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6 min read

🚨 Fatal Mentor Crash, Guilty Plea & Storms Possible Today

Issue #940 - Plus: Lake Erie perch outlook, local events and two dinner rescues

Business

Jul 31, 2026

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1 min read

🪑 Mentor Office Furniture Begins a New Chapter After 66 Years

Meet new owner Steve Morano—and discover local help for creating a better workplace. (LBS0035)

Kirtland Hills OH

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💰 Ohio Tax Holiday Shrinks; Free Senior Fair Admission Today in Lake County

Jul 31, 2026

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💰 Ohio Tax Holiday Shrinks; Free Senior Fair Admission Today in Lake County

Issue #939 - Plus: 🚙 Friday Car Cruise In Painesville; Free Mentor Garden Tour

Business

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🚨 Serious E-Bike Crash Spurs Helmet Warning; Guardians Win Cup

Jul 30, 2026

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🚨 Serious E-Bike Crash Spurs Helmet Warning; Guardians Win Cup

Issue #938 - Hero Day Builds Trust, Mentor Lighting Update, Plus Quick Pet Prep

Business

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🎡 Lake County Fair Rolls On, Lagoon Trail Delay & Fall Guide

Jul 29, 2026

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🎡 Lake County Fair Rolls On, Lagoon Trail Delay & Fall Guide

Issue #937 - Plus: ⚾ Captains Bash 3 Homers, Mentor Is Hiring & Sunny Skies Ahead

Mentor on the Lake OH

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🚨 Woman Airlifted After Tyler Blvd Crash; Storms, Safety Open House

Jul 28, 2026

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🚨 Woman Airlifted After Tyler Blvd Crash; Storms, Safety Open House

Issue #936 - Plus: Mentor Rocks brings a double tribute, plus small-space tips and a Guardians twin bill

Lake County Captains

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🚧 Mentor Trail Closing, Free Cruise-In & Possible New Fitness Studio

Jul 27, 2026

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6 min read

🚧 Mentor Trail Closing, Free Cruise-In & Possible New Fitness Studio

Issue #935 - Plus: Storm chances, fresh Mentor listings and two tough baseball losses

Business

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💰 Tax Deadline Extended, Rabid Bat Confirmed & Spray Park Closed

Jul 26, 2026

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💰 Tax Deadline Extended, Rabid Bat Confirmed & Spray Park Closed

Issue #934 - Plus: 🎉 Mentor Events, Sunny Skies & an Easy Ohio Weekend Escape

Business

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🏫 Mentor Schools Weigh Changes; Mentor Development Projects Advance

Jul 25, 2026

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🏫 Mentor Schools Weigh Changes; Mentor Development Projects Advance

Issue #933 - Plus: Free Admission, Lunch & Activities at Lake County Fair Senior Day - July 31; Dinner Rescue!

Lake County Captains

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🚨 Fireworks Seized at Mentor Condo, New NOPEC Rates + Dream House

Jul 24, 2026

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🚨 Fireworks Seized at Mentor Condo, New NOPEC Rates + Dream House

Issue #932 - Plus: Free tunes tonight, Captains cruise 15–3, and take the YMCA Dream House tour

Kirtland Hills OH

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🚨 Mentor Police Probe Possible Illegal Fireworks; Bridge Work

Jul 23, 2026

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🚨 Mentor Police Probe Possible Illegal Fireworks; Bridge Work

Issue #931 - Plus: Mentor Lagoons trail closure, Captains’ 9-1 win & tick tips

Lake County Captains

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🚧 Hopkins Road Closes, Trubisky Camp Returns & Jobless Rate Update

Jul 22, 2026

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🚧 Hopkins Road Closes, Trubisky Camp Returns & Jobless Rate Update

Issue #930 - Plus: Cooler Temps, Local Events, Live Better with Time Outside

Lake County Captains

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🌦️ Scattered Rain & Storms, Mentor Rocks Tonight, Shelter Dogs Get Help

Jul 21, 2026

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🌦️ Scattered Rain & Storms, Mentor Rocks Tonight, Shelter Dogs Get Help

Issue #929 - Plus: Santa Comes to Morton Pool, Guardians Make History & Your AC Mystery

Lake County Captains

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🚨 Mentor Police Warn: Scam Calls, Smoky Haze Possible & Fresh Listings

Jul 20, 2026

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🚨 Mentor Police Warn: Scam Calls, Smoky Haze Possible & Fresh Listings

Issue #928 - Plus: Project Hope Turns 33, Student Leaders Get a Boost & Events Ahead

Lake County Captains

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🚨 Lake County Mourns Officer Ryan Shannon; Mentor Student Is Finalist

Jul 19, 2026

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🚨 Lake County Mourns Officer Ryan Shannon; Mentor Student Is Finalist

Issue #927 - Mentor reviews trailer sales and recreation plans, plus Bazzana’s walk-off win

Lake County Captains

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🌦️ Severe PM Storms Possible, Mentor Mosquito Spraying & Retail Gains

Jul 18, 2026

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4 min read

🌦️ Severe PM Storms Possible, Mentor Mosquito Spraying & Retail Gains

Issue #926 - Plus: Hall of Fame inductees, local events & a free genealogy class. Dinner Rescue!

Business

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🚨 Lake County Hazardous Air, ArtsFest & Mentor Parade Deadline

Jul 17, 2026

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🚨 Lake County Hazardous Air, ArtsFest & Mentor Parade Deadline

Issue #925 - Plus: 🌥️ Possible Storms, Oktoberfest Starts Today & Scotty Fox’s QB Bid

Business

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🚨 Air Quality Advisory, Smaller School Levy, Mentor Space Grows

Jul 16, 2026

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🚨 Air Quality Advisory, Smaller School Levy, Mentor Space Grows

Issue #924 - Plus: Lake County safety event, senior pet advice & Cleveland needs a bat

Cleveland Browns

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☀️ Wednesday Heat Builds, Mentor Office Vacancy Dips & $10 Paddles

Jul 15, 2026

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☀️ Wednesday Heat Builds, Mentor Office Vacancy Dips & $10 Paddles

Issue #923 - Plus: Browns camp tickets open Wednesday as three Guardians shine in the All-Star Game

Lake County Captains

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🎸 Mentor Rocks with Night Ranger Tonight, Mentor Avenue Water Work

Jul 14, 2026

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🎸 Mentor Rocks with Night Ranger Tonight, Mentor Avenue Water Work

Issue #922 - Plus: Council Chambers to Get Upgrade, Why Some Homes Age Better, Hot One Today!

City Council

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🚨 Mentor Weighs E-Bike Rules, Big Boy Returns, $116K HVAC Upgrade

Jul 13, 2026

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6 min read

🚨 Mentor Weighs E-Bike Rules, Big Boy Returns, $116K HVAC Upgrade

Issue #921 - Plus: Fresh home listings in Mentor (44060) — highly relevant to homeowners and buyers.

Lake County Captains

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🐶 Dog Shelter Gets Cooling; Mentor Eagles Give $1K After Flags Vanish

Jul 12, 2026

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🐶 Dog Shelter Gets Cooling; Mentor Eagles Give $1K After Flags Vanish

Issue #920 - Plus: Plus: Apollo lands at Mentor Library, Guardians win the series, and sunny 80s today

Lake County Captains

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🚧 Mentor Neighborhood Traffic Concerns, FarmFest Today & Captains Roll

Jul 11, 2026

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🚧 Mentor Neighborhood Traffic Concerns, FarmFest Today & Captains Roll

Issue #919 - Plus: Messick lifts Guardians, court clerk honored & dinner in 30

Business

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🎉 St. John Vianney Fest, Mentor Kid Treats Officers & Baseball Wins

Jul 10, 2026

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6 min read

🎉 St. John Vianney Fest, Mentor Kid Treats Officers & Baseball Wins

Issue #918 - Plus: Doobie Brothers tribute tonight, Phone Pal volunteers needed, and a 66-year business legacy begins a new chapter.

Business

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🚧 Mentor Ave Resurfacing OK’d, Pool Slide Costs Questioned

Jul 9, 2026

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🚧 Mentor Ave Resurfacing OK’d, Pool Slide Costs Questioned

Issue #917 - Plus: Pool costs debated, United Way hits 214K meals, and nice day - showers may pop up

Health & Wellness

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💰 RITA Letters May Hit Mentor; Siren Test Today & Big Boy Returns

Jul 8, 2026

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5 min read

💰 RITA Letters May Hit Mentor; Siren Test Today & Big Boy Returns

Issue #916 - Plus: 🌤️ Becoming Sunny Skies, Local Events & Easy Healthy Eating Tips

Mentor Headlands OH

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🚨 Mentor Fire Out, Rush Tribute at Mentor Rocks & a Home Walk

Jul 7, 2026

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🚨 Mentor Fire Out, Rush Tribute at Mentor Rocks & a Home Walk

Issue #915 - Plus: Dream House dates, Mentor Rocks tonight, Browns contract twist & trivia

Lake County

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🌦️ Scattered Storms, Shelter Dogs, FarmFest & Fresh Mentor Listings

Jul 6, 2026

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6 min read

🌦️ Scattered Storms, Shelter Dogs, FarmFest & Fresh Mentor Listings

Issue #914 - Plus: Lake County Shelter Dogs Moved After HVAC Trouble, The Real Estate Question, Captains Big Win

Business

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📰 Garfield Statue, Cooling Help & Captains Rally in Lake County

Jul 5, 2026

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📰 Garfield Statue, Cooling Help & Captains Rally in Lake County

Issue #913 - Plus: Lake County residents may qualify for cooling help as summer costs rise. Plus, Mentor zoning news and a Captains rally.

Business

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🎉 Hotel California Headlines Mentor's July 4 & Grill & Chill Makeover

Jul 4, 2026

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🎉 Hotel California Headlines Mentor's July 4 & Grill & Chill Makeover

Issue #912 - Plus: New indoor sports complex moves closer to reality, plus Guardians extend their division lead and the Captains win.

Weather

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🎇 Extreme Heat Warning Continues, Where to Celebrate the Fourth

Jul 3, 2026

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5 min read

🎇 Extreme Heat Warning Continues, Where to Celebrate the Fourth

Issue #911 = Plus: Mosquito Spray Schedule, Spotlight: Lake Erie Sand Sculpture Tour, Guardians with Walk off Win

Business

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🎇 Extreme Heat, Storm Risk & Power Outages Threaten July 4 Plans

Jul 2, 2026

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5 min read

🎇 Extreme Heat, Storm Risk & Power Outages Threaten July 4 Plans

Issue #910 - Plus: Celebrate Independence Day at Two Free Mentor Community Events

Lake County

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☀️ Extreme Heat Warning + HEAP Cooling Help Opens July 1

Jul 1, 2026

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☀️ Extreme Heat Warning + HEAP Cooling Help Opens July 1

Issue #909 - Plus: 🎉 Polka & Pints, Parks & Captains' Big 20-11 Win ... LIVE BETTER!

Business

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🚨 Mentor Woman Cited After Dogs Left in Hot SUV, Road Closure Ahead

Jun 30, 2026

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🚨 Mentor Woman Cited After Dogs Left in Hot SUV, Road Closure Ahead

Issue #908 - Plus: Heat Near 95°, Phillip Phillips at Mentor Rocks & Browns Camp Dates

Business

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🌦️ Dangerous Heat Hits This Week; Mentor's Biggest Fireworks Ever

Jun 29, 2026

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6 min read

🌦️ Dangerous Heat Hits This Week; Mentor's Biggest Fireworks Ever

Issue #907 - 🏡 Plus: New Mentor home listings, Seed Library & local sports wins

Willoughby

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🌦️ Dangerous Heat Arrives After One More Comfortable Day

Jun 28, 2026

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5 min read

🌦️ Dangerous Heat Arrives After One More Comfortable Day

Issue #906 - Also, 🏖️ Lake Erie water quality latest before your beach day; Sunday drives: Explore Pennsylvania Wine Country

Food & Recipes

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🦟 Mentor Mosquito Spraying Starts June 29 + Meet Apollo the Bald Eagle

Jun 27, 2026

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🦟 Mentor Mosquito Spraying Starts June 29 + Meet Apollo the Bald Eagle

Issue #905 - Also Inside: Senior Center Open House, Apollo & Weekend Events

Tunes at the Lagoons

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🚨 Mentor Crash Leaves Driver Seriously Injured, Viking Festival Returns

Jun 26, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Mentor Crash Leaves Driver Seriously Injured, Viking Festival Returns

Issue #904 - Plus: Free waterfront concert, No Trash Delay This Week & Captains shut out Fort Wayne

Mentor OH

☀️ Summer Is Here. It's Not Too Late to Feel Better.

Jun 25, 2026

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1 min read

☀️ Summer Is Here. It's Not Too Late to Feel Better.

Start with a FREE Body Scan & Fitness Evaluation from Hope Fit and discover exactly where you are—and the smartest next step forward. (LBS0034)

Property Taxes

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🚨 Mentor Schools Approve New Fees — and Today's Forecast & Local Events

Jun 25, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Mentor Schools Approve New Fees — and Today's Forecast & Local Events

Issue #903 - Plus: Free Summer Nights Return: Wildwood Cultural Center Launches Popular Series

Mentor OH

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🏛️ Mentor Pushes Bolton Plan Changes, Overlook Beach Eyes July 4

Jun 24, 2026

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🏛️ Mentor Pushes Bolton Plan Changes, Overlook Beach Eyes July 4

Issue #902 - Plus: Kearney’s Public House opens today, plus local events and sunny skies.

Mentor Marsh

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🎸 Ozzy Tribute Band Crazy Train Returns to Mentor Rocks Tonight

Jun 23, 2026

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5 min read

🎸 Ozzy Tribute Band Crazy Train Returns to Mentor Rocks Tonight

Issue #901 - Plus: CityFest Signups, Summer Projects Most Likely to Go Over Budget, Marsh Visioning Meeting

City Council

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🌦️ Rain Early, July 3: Free Food, 1776-Yard Run & New Garfield Statue

Jun 22, 2026

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6 min read

🌦️ Rain Early, July 3: Free Food, 1776-Yard Run & New Garfield Statue

Issue #900 - Plus: kayak expansion plans, fresh Mentor home listings and more

Cleveland Guardians

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🚨 Fatal Plane Crash Investigated, Mentor Driver Killed on Route 2

Jun 21, 2026

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4 min read

🚨 Fatal Plane Crash Investigated, Mentor Driver Killed on Route 2

Issue #899 - Plus: ☀️ Happy Father’s Day and the first day of summer—plus local pride, events and a Guardians win.

City Council

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🚧 Mentor Interchange Upgrade, Route 2 Work & More Road Repairs

Jun 20, 2026

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5 min read

🚧 Mentor Interchange Upgrade, Route 2 Work & More Road Repairs

Issue #898 - Plus: Sunny skies, local events, dinner ideas, and Captains baseball.

Mentor on the Lake OH

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🏛️ Mentor Extends Vape Store Ban Through 2027, New Pub House Coming

Jun 19, 2026

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🏛️ Mentor Extends Vape Store Ban Through 2027, New Pub House Coming

Issue #897 - Plus: Downtown Willoughby Cruise-In Celebrates 30 Years, New Irish-Inspired Public House Coming to Mentor

Mentor OH

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🏛️ Why Mentor Just Bought 12.5 Acres Next to Black Brook Golf Course

Jun 18, 2026

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🏛️ Why Mentor Just Bought 12.5 Acres Next to Black Brook Golf Course

Issue #896 - Plus: Kirtland's Strawberry Festival Returns for Its 67th Summer, Gusty Winds Today, Better Pet Living

Mentor on the Lake OH

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💥 Two Teens Hurt in E-Bike Crash, Plus New Wellness Tips to Feel Your Best

Jun 17, 2026

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4 min read

💥 Two Teens Hurt in E-Bike Crash, Plus New Wellness Tips to Feel Your Best

Issue #895 - Plus: Traffic changes for Mentor's food distribution, a festival-ready rain barrel, local sports updates, and seven tiny habits that can make a big difference.

Mentor OH

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🐝 Tuesday Buzz: Fleetwood Gold, Mentor Careers & Great Lakes Mall Spotlight

Jun 16, 2026

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🐝 Tuesday Buzz: Fleetwood Gold, Mentor Careers & Great Lakes Mall Spotlight

Issue #894 - Plus: Fleetwood Gold takes the stage, the City of Mentor is hiring, Great Lakes Mall Nostalgia, and more from around the community.

Cleveland Guardians

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🌤️ Mentor's Monday Buzz: Storm Aftermath, Dairy Days & Smart Real Estate Moves

Jun 15, 2026

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5 min read

🌤️ Mentor's Monday Buzz: Storm Aftermath, Dairy Days & Smart Real Estate Moves

Issue #893 - Plus: Your quick guide to the local news, events and community stories shaping the week ahead.

Cleveland Guardians

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🚨 Roads Reopen After Lubrizol Emergency, Lifeline Sees Record Demand

Jun 14, 2026

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🚨 Roads Reopen After Lubrizol Emergency, Lifeline Sees Record Demand

Issue #892 - Plus: The latest on the Lubrizol response, a community stand against elder abuse, Sunday getaway inspiration, and dramatic wins and setbacks on the diamond.

Lake County Captains

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📰 Mentor Morning Buzz: Promotions, Parks Leadership, Guardians Win & What's for Dinner?

Jun 13, 2026

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5 min read

📰 Mentor Morning Buzz: Promotions, Parks Leadership, Guardians Win & What's for Dinner?

Issue #891 - Plus: Local events, a special library program for kids, today's trivia challenge, and everything you need to start your day in Mentor.

Mentor Public Schools

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🎶 Lagoons Concerts Begin, Schools Move Levy Forward, Ares Wins Hearts

Jun 12, 2026

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4 min read

🎶 Lagoons Concerts Begin, Schools Move Levy Forward, Ares Wins Hearts

Issue #890 - Plus: Summer concerts begin at the Lagoons, families gear up for a weekend of cosplay fun, K9 Ares wins over Safety Town participants, and the Captains notch another victory.

Mentor Marsh

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Jun 11, 2026

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5 min read

🌿 From Mentor Marsh to Market Days: What You Need to Know

Issue #889 - Plus: The Farmers Market marks more than two decades in Mentor, residents raise funds tied to Ohio's voucher lawsuit, and local sports teams face setbacks.

Mentor OH

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🚧 Tyler Blvd Sidewalk Project Done, Metroparks Get $500K

Jun 10, 2026

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4 min read

🚧 Tyler Blvd Sidewalk Project Done, Metroparks Get $500K

Issue #888 - Plus: Mentor Rocks cooler policy draws questions from City Council

Mentor Rocks

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🎶 Country Hits Come to Mentor as Big Boy Draws Huge Crowds

Jun 9, 2026

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4 min read

🎶 Country Hits Come to Mentor as Big Boy Draws Huge Crowds

Issue #887 - Plus: New Mentor Magazine, home upgrades that pay off beyond resale day

Weather

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🏆 Mentor Student Wins Congressional Art Honor, Warm Week Ahead

Jun 8, 2026

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6 min read

🏆 Mentor Student Wins Congressional Art Honor, Warm Week Ahead

Issue #886 - Plus: Fresh Home Listings Around Mentor, Captains Stay Hot

Mentor on the Lake OH

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📰 Veterans Cemetery Restored, New Mentor Standoff Footage Released

Jun 7, 2026

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5 min read

📰 Veterans Cemetery Restored, New Mentor Standoff Footage Released

Issue #885 - Plus: Lake County students clean Erie beaches, Mentor athlete earns state podium finish, Captains Win Again

City Council

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🚧 Major Mentor Road Project Planned, Celebrity Softball Today

Jun 6, 2026

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5 min read

🚧 Major Mentor Road Project Planned, Celebrity Softball Today

Issue #884 - Plus: Rare steam locomotive coming to Lake County; Captains blast four homers in comeback win.

Cleveland Guardians

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🚨 Mentor Police Identify Suspect After Hours-Long Standoff

Jun 5, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Mentor Police Identify Suspect After Hours-Long Standoff

Issue #883 - Plus: Arts & Wine Fest Returns, Free Concert Tonight, Fire Station Update

Mentor OH

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🚨 Mentor Standoff Ends in Arrest as eBike Crackdown Begins

Jun 4, 2026

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🚨 Mentor Standoff Ends in Arrest as eBike Crackdown Begins

Issue #882 - Plus: Fire Station 3 advances, shoreline plans move forward, and police boost eBike patrols

Mentor on the Lake OH

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🚨 Dropped ID Leads Police to Auto Theft Suspects in Mentor

Jun 3, 2026

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6 min read

🚨 Dropped ID Leads Police to Auto Theft Suspects in Mentor

Issue #881 - Plus: Free Excel Classes Return to Mentor Library • Fireworks & Power Outage Reminders • Guardians Top Yankees

Mentor Rocks

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Jun 2, 2026

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4 min read

🎸 Mentor Rocks Returns Tonight, Boat Rentals Launch & Sunny 70s

Issue #880 - Plus: Browns Add Future Assets in Myles Garrett Trade; Smart Homeowner's Summer Guide

Mentor on the Lake OH

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🏆 Mentor Student Finishes Top 10 Nationally as Seniors Celebrate

Jun 1, 2026

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🏆 Mentor Student Finishes Top 10 Nationally as Seniors Celebrate

Issue #879 - Plus: Seniors Take Final Bus Ride • Mentor Rocks Safety Update • New Listings

Mentor on the Lake OH

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🏊 Mentor's Morton Pool Opens as County Backs Special Olympics

May 31, 2026

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🏊 Mentor's Morton Pool Opens as County Backs Special Olympics

Issue #878 - Plus: Proposed Lagoons dock expansion could quadruple kayak launches; see where Northeast Ohio is headed this summer.

Mentor OH

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🏆 Mentor Teen Claims National Title as Marsh Plans Take Shape

May 30, 2026

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5 min read

🏆 Mentor Teen Claims National Title as Marsh Plans Take Shape

Issue #877 - Plus: Public Invited to Help Shape Mentor Marsh's Future, New Youth Camp, Captains rally win and Local Events

Mentor on the Lake OH

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🎸 10 Years of Mentor Rocks, Mentor Schools Consider Legal Fight

May 29, 2026

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5 min read

🎸 10 Years of Mentor Rocks, Mentor Schools Consider Legal Fight

Issue #876 - Plus: Heads Up, Mentor: The Fire Department Is Flushing Hydrants; Bargain Hunters, This Weekend's for You — Hope Ridge Rummage Sale

Cleveland Guardians

+12

🏫 Mentor Parents Get eBike Warning as Summer Riding Picks Up

May 28, 2026

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6 min read

🏫 Mentor Parents Get eBike Warning as Summer Riding Picks Up

Issue #875 - Plus: Mentor Among Ohio Cities With Lowest Unemployment, Mentor Swim Program

Mentor on the Lake OH

+15

🚨 Mentor Police Commend Rescuers, Tia Geisler returns to Scripps Bee

May 27, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Mentor Police Commend Rescuers, Tia Geisler returns to Scripps Bee

Issue #874 - Plus: Mentor Senior Center Opens Doors For Residents To Explore

Mentor on the Lake OH

+15

🚨 Mentor Bridge Crash Driver With Suspected Serious Injuries

May 26, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Mentor Bridge Crash Driver With Suspected Serious Injuries

Issue #873 - Plus: Crumbling Highway, Summer Reading & Mentor Homeowner Tips

City Council

+17

🚨 Willoughby Sting, Lingering Odor Complaints Remain

May 25, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Willoughby Sting, Lingering Odor Complaints Remain

Issue #872 - Plus: Power upgrades advance, odor complaints grow, fresh listings hit

Mentor on the Lake OH

+16

🏛️ Mentor Debates Bolton Rentals, Traffic as Community Mourns Coach

May 24, 2026

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5 min read

🏛️ Mentor Debates Bolton Rentals, Traffic as Community Mourns Coach

Issue #871 - Plus: Mentor Wrestling Community Grieves Loss of Coach Starkey

Mentor OH

+14

🚧 FirstEnergy Grid Upgrades + Windy Rainy Day in Mentor

May 23, 2026

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5 min read

🚧 FirstEnergy Grid Upgrades + Windy Rainy Day in Mentor

Issue #870 - Plus: 🏒 Mentor Ice Arena Upgrade Project Moves Forward, Cougars Roll in Tournament

City Council

+13

🏛️ Mentor Council Questions Shoreline Contract Timing

May 22, 2026

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6 min read

🏛️ Mentor Council Questions Shoreline Contract Timing

Issue #869 - Plus: Pool Opening Friday • Redhawk Patio Party • Guardians Win 6th Straight

Mentor OH

+13

🚧 Mentor Council Tackles Growth, Roads, and Quality-of-Life Issues

May 21, 2026

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5 min read

🚧 Mentor Council Tackles Growth, Roads, and Quality-of-Life Issues

Issue #868

Mentor OH

+12

☁️ Summer to Sweatshirts, Road Closure, Memorial Day Ceremony

May 20, 2026

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5 min read

☁️ Summer to Sweatshirts, Road Closure, Memorial Day Ceremony

Issue #867 - Plus: 🚧 Civic Center Blvd. closes 3 weeks; Mentor to honor veterans

Seniors

+17

🌦️ Storm Chance, Power Outage, Why AC Systems Fail, Lady Cards Win

May 19, 2026

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6 min read

🌦️ Storm Chance, Power Outage, Why AC Systems Fail, Lady Cards Win

Issue #866 - Plus: ♻️ Lake County releases 2026 hazardous waste drop-off dates

Mentor on the Lake OH

+15

🌤️ Sunny Near 90°, Senior Day at the Mall, Cavs Reach East Finals

May 18, 2026

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5 min read

🌤️ Sunny Near 90°, Senior Day at the Mall, Cavs Reach East Finals

Issue #865 - Plus: Senior Day at the Mall Celebrates Local Seniors May 19 & Home Upgrades Buyers Actually Want

Travel

+15

🏭 Steris Commits $60M To New Mentor Manufacturing Hub

May 17, 2026

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5 min read

🏭 Steris Commits $60M To New Mentor Manufacturing Hub

Issue #864 - Plus: Storm Chance Today, Plant Sale & Mentor History Tribute

City Council

+16

🌦️ Mentor Schools Tensions Rise as Levy, Cuts Debate Heats Up

May 16, 2026

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5 min read

🌦️ Mentor Schools Tensions Rise as Levy, Cuts Debate Heats Up

Issue #863 - Plus: 🚂 Legendary Big Boy steam engine rolling into Northeast Ohio; Near 80 degrees today & scattered showers.

Mentor on the Lake OH

+15

💜 Man Saves Mother, Daughter From Sinking SUV in Mentor

May 15, 2026

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5 min read

💜 Man Saves Mother, Daughter From Sinking SUV in Mentor

Issue #862 - Plus: 🔥 Rib Burn Off Returns, Farmers Market Opens, Mentor Wins Again

Local Business Spotlight

🎯 Most People Already Quit Their Fitness Goals...

May 14, 2026

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1 min read

🎯 Most People Already Quit Their Fitness Goals...

Most people don’t need more motivation — they need a plan that fits real life. Hope Fit in Mentor (LBS0033)

Mentor on the Lake OH

+14

🌊 Why Mentor Moved Beyond Shoreline Walls, Cruisers Purchase

May 14, 2026

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6 min read

🌊 Why Mentor Moved Beyond Shoreline Walls, Cruisers Purchase

Issue #861 - Plus: Wildwood art night, Lake Catholic sweep, pet safety tips

Painesville

+16

🚨 FBI Sting, Gaming Raids, & Morning Showers in Lake County

May 13, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 FBI Sting, Gaming Raids, & Morning Showers in Lake County

Issue #860

Cleveland Guardians

+16

👶 Mentor Protest Targets Rising Child Care Costs, Burnout

May 12, 2026

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5 min read

👶 Mentor Protest Targets Rising Child Care Costs, Burnout

Issue #859 - Plus: Golf project upgrades, Cavs surge, Smart Moves for Mentor Homes Series

Events

+14

🏡 Should You Buy a Home Right Now? Mentor Project Updates

May 11, 2026

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5 min read

🏡 Should You Buy a Home Right Now? Mentor Project Updates

Issue #858 - Plus: Keller Williams team plans RED Day beautification in Mentor-on-the-Lake

City Manager

+17

🌊 Mentor Weighs $1.2M Lakefront Plan, Captain's Mother's Day Event

May 10, 2026

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5 min read

🌊 Mentor Weighs $1.2M Lakefront Plan, Captain's Mother's Day Event

Issue #857: Senior Farmers Market Apps Open + Captains Mother’s Day Fun

Mentor on the Lake OH

+15

🚧 Mentor Gives Major Update on Roads, Sidewalks & Repairs

May 9, 2026

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5 min read

🚧 Mentor Gives Major Update on Roads, Sidewalks & Repairs

Issue #856 - Plus: Storm Chances This Afternoon + Bazzana Hits First MLB Homer

Mentor on the Lake OH

+15

🏫 School Spending Debate Grows After Levy Rejection

May 8, 2026

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5 min read

🏫 School Spending Debate Grows After Levy Rejection

Issue #855 - Plus: Mentor Unemployment Falls to 3.6% in March, Mother's Day Hike

Mentor on the Lake OH

+16

🏛️ Mentor Council Weighs Shoreline Protection Plan & More

May 7, 2026

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5 min read

🏛️ Mentor Council Weighs Shoreline Protection Plan & More

Issue #854 - Plus: Veteran honored, manufacturers courted, pet emergency tips & more

Mentor Public Schools

+15

💰 Mentor Schools Levy Rejected, New NOPEC Rates Announced

May 6, 2026

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5 min read

💰 Mentor Schools Levy Rejected, New NOPEC Rates Announced

Issue #853 - Plus: Mentor softball coach placed on leave amid internal review

Painesville

+14

🚧 New Traffic Delays, Council Removal Push, Lady Cards Win

May 5, 2026

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5 min read

🚧 New Traffic Delays, Council Removal Push, Lady Cards Win

Issue #852 - Plus: Wrap-up road work, basement warning signs, local sports wins

Cleveland Guardians

+14

🚨 River Rescue in Lake County + Mansion Hits Market at Record Price

May 4, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 River Rescue in Lake County + Mansion Hits Market at Record Price

Issue #851 - Plus: Playmore Mansion for sale, Hidden homebuying costs, New listings

Property Taxes

+13

🚨 Mentor Student Arrested on Campus; School Cuts Warning

May 3, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Mentor Student Arrested on Campus; School Cuts Warning

Issue #850 - Plus: Run/walk planned to support Mentor athletes; Ramírez hits 300 steals milestone

Mentor OH

+17

🌽 Early Bird Market Launch, Mall Expands Dining, Grocery Outlet

May 2, 2026

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5 min read

🌽 Early Bird Market Launch, Mall Expands Dining, Grocery Outlet

Issue #849 - Plus: Planning Commission Approves Projects

Kirtland Hills OH

+14

🚨 Smokey Bones Shuts Down Nationwide + Lagoons Concerts Return

May 1, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Smokey Bones Shuts Down Nationwide + Lagoons Concerts Return

Issue #848 - Plus: 🎶 Lagoons Concerts Return + Full 2026 Lineup Announced

Cleveland Guardians

+14

🚨 Fake Ohio Ticket Scam Warning + Another Rainy Mentor Day

Apr 30, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Fake Ohio Ticket Scam Warning + Another Rainy Mentor Day

Issue #847 - Plus: Law Director vote, indoor kids sale, tick spike for dogs

Mentor OH

+14

🌦️ Chilly, Rainy Day, Ohio Assistance Programs, Cinco de Mayo Festival

Apr 29, 2026

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4 min read

🌦️ Chilly, Rainy Day, Ohio Assistance Programs, Cinco de Mayo Festival

Issue #846 - Plus: Festival in Painesville, pickleball push, wellness tips, losses

Mentor on the Lake OH

+14

💰 New Mentor Gas Rates Start in June, Unemployment Still Low

Apr 28, 2026

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5 min read

💰 New Mentor Gas Rates Start in June, Unemployment Still Low

Issue #845 - 🌦️ Showers Morning, Lady Cardinals Power Past Strongsville 15-6

Mentor OH

+16

☀️ Mid-70's in Mentor, Traffic Upgrade, Riverside Lockdown

Apr 27, 2026

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5 min read

☀️ Mid-70's in Mentor, Traffic Upgrade, Riverside Lockdown

Issue #844 - SNAP Scam, Mortgage Rates Ease, Home Listings

Mentor OH

+17

🚨 Mentor Weighs E-Bike Safety Push + Schools State Update

Apr 26, 2026

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5 min read

🚨 Mentor Weighs E-Bike Safety Push + Schools State Update

Issue #843 - Plus: Foggy Start, Two Ohio Getaways Families Are Booking Right Now

Food & Recipes

+17

🌥️ Cooler Temps Hit Mentor as 2026 Road Repair Plan Launches

Apr 25, 2026

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4 min read

🌥️ Cooler Temps Hit Mentor as 2026 Road Repair Plan Launches

Issue #842

City Manager

+16

🌦️ Possible Storm Tonight; Splashpads & Pool Delayed, Road Repair

Apr 24, 2026

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5 min read

🌦️ Possible Storm Tonight; Splashpads & Pool Delayed, Road Repair

Issue #841 - Plus: Senior Center annual garage sale returns Saturday

Mentor OH

🚧 Mentor Fire Station Nears Construction, Safe Riding Returns

Apr 23, 2026

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5 min read

🚧 Mentor Fire Station Nears Construction, Safe Riding Returns

Issue #840 - Plus: Kids Online Safety Tips + Officer Dan Visits Local Students

Mentor on the Lake OH

+14

🚧 Mentor Council Tackles Traffic, Construction, Rec Issues

Apr 22, 2026

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5 min read

🚧 Mentor Council Tackles Traffic, Construction, Rec Issues

Issue #839 - Plus: Guardians win thriller, Chardon Maple Festival hits 100 years

Weather

+17

💰 Lake County Schools Eye Income Tax as Mentor Hits 71° Today

Apr 21, 2026

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5 min read

💰 Lake County Schools Eye Income Tax as Mentor Hits 71° Today

Issue #838 - Plus: Duckling Rescue, Council Meeting, Mentor Softball Wins 22-0

Lake County

+16

🏛️ Mentor-on-the-Lake Wins $135K for Walking, Biking Road Plan

Apr 20, 2026

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5 min read

🏛️ Mentor-on-the-Lake Wins $135K for Walking, Biking Road Plan

Issue #837 - Plus: 🏷️ Senior Center sale, Ramírez homers twice, homes hit Mentor market

Mentor Public Schools

+15

🌍 Earth Day Event Today + Family Summer Fun

Apr 19, 2026

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5 min read

🌍 Earth Day Event Today + Family Summer Fun

Issue #836 - Plus: Overlook Beach Park Closes, Cavs Win Big, Showers Possible in the Afternoon

Mentor on the Lake OH

🧺 Starts Today: 2-Day Basket Auction (Winners Drawn Sunday)

Apr 18, 2026

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1 min read

🧺 Starts Today: 2-Day Basket Auction (Winners Drawn Sunday)

Local, fun, and for a great cause — starts today at noon. (LBS0032)

Mentor on the Lake OH

+14

🌦️ Scattered Storms Today + Mentor Events & Dominant Wins

Apr 18, 2026

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5 min read

🌦️ Scattered Storms Today + Mentor Events & Dominant Wins

Issue #835 - VFW Hosts Two-Day Basket Auction to Support Veterans, Mentor Pop Culture Show Returns

Mentor OH

+15

🚧 Mentor Cuts Road Repair Costs, Seeks Help for Home Fixes

Apr 17, 2026

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5 min read

🚧 Mentor Cuts Road Repair Costs, Seeks Help for Home Fixes

Issue #834 - Seniors get $50 in produce, foggy start today, Quilt Days return to Farmpark

Sports

+16

🚨 School Barricade Ends Safely; Senior Safety & Scam Prevention

Apr 16, 2026

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6 min read

🚨 School Barricade Ends Safely; Senior Safety & Scam Prevention

Issue #833 - Storms this afternoon, economic push, senior safety talk, Mentor rallies big

Mentor on the Lake OH

+14

🚨 Indictment After Great Lakes Mall Incident + Possible Storms Today

Apr 15, 2026

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13 min read

🚨 Indictment After Great Lakes Mall Incident + Possible Storms Today

Issue #832

City Council

+14

🌎 Earth Day event at Springbrook Gardens, Hidden Water Risks

Apr 14, 2026

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14 min read

🌎 Earth Day event at Springbrook Gardens, Hidden Water Risks

Issue #831

Laketran

+16

🏛️ Mentor Fire Station #3 Moves Forward, Mentor Leaders to U.K.

Apr 13, 2026

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13 min read

🏛️ Mentor Fire Station #3 Moves Forward, Mentor Leaders to U.K.

Issue #830 - Fire station project advances as rates dip and leaders travel abroad

Cleveland Guardians

+17

🏛️ Mentor Honors Rescue Heroes + Lake County Earthquake

Apr 12, 2026

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14 min read

🏛️ Mentor Honors Rescue Heroes + Lake County Earthquake

Issue #829 - Rescue heroes honored, spring events ahead, and a warm-up to 77°

Mentor OH

+14

🚧 Harbor Dr Repaving Starts, Mentor Jobless Rate Ticks Up

Apr 11, 2026

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13 min read

🚧 Harbor Dr Repaving Starts, Mentor Jobless Rate Ticks Up

Issue #828

Local Business Spotlight

👉 Don’t Wait Until Summer to Wish You Started Today

Apr 10, 2026

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2 min read

👉 Don’t Wait Until Summer to Wish You Started Today

Stronger, healthier, and more confident—starting this week. Small group and personal training designed to help you finally see results. Hope Fit in Mentor (LBS0031)

Mentor on the Lake OH

+13

🌦️ Scattered Showers + Mentor $160K Grants, Marina Earns Honor

Apr 10, 2026

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13 min read

🌦️ Scattered Showers + Mentor $160K Grants, Marina Earns Honor

Issue #827

Mentor on the Lake OH

+17

🚧 Mentor Road Projects, Fiber Expansion, Windy Showers Today

Apr 9, 2026

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14 min read

🚧 Mentor Road Projects, Fiber Expansion, Windy Showers Today

Issue #826

Mentor OH

+12

🏆 Walk-Off Win + Mentor Office Space Near Full

Apr 8, 2026

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13 min read

🏆 Walk-Off Win + Mentor Office Space Near Full

Issue #825 - Mentor to host NOPEC meeting as city seeks local artists

Mentor OH

+13

🌦️ Cold Front Hits Mentor: Snow Possible, Homes Costly Repairs

Apr 7, 2026

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11 min read

🌦️ Cold Front Hits Mentor: Snow Possible, Homes Costly Repairs

Issue #824

Cleveland Guardians

+14

💰 Rates Hit 6.46%, Mentor Grad Lands Law Director Role

Apr 6, 2026

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13 min read

💰 Rates Hit 6.46%, Mentor Grad Lands Law Director Role

Issue #823

Painesville

+14

⚾ Cougars Win Late, Guards DH Today + Free Shred Day

Apr 5, 2026

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11 min read

⚾ Cougars Win Late, Guards DH Today + Free Shred Day

Issue #822

🎶 Tonight: Live Music + Fundraiser in Willoughby (7PM)

Apr 4, 2026

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5 min read

🎶 Tonight: Live Music + Fundraiser in Willoughby (7PM)

Live music, cash bar, raffles & more—all for a great local cause. Great music from Billy Sullivan & Rich Spina (LBS0030)

Mentor OH

+12

🌦️ Storms, Wind Today + Summer Rec Program Registration Opens

Apr 4, 2026

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13 min read

🌦️ Storms, Wind Today + Summer Rec Program Registration Opens

Issue #821

Lake County Captains

+13

🌪️ Tornado Path Detailed, Yard Waste Starts, Opening Day in CLE

Apr 3, 2026

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14 min read

🌪️ Tornado Path Detailed, Yard Waste Starts, Opening Day in CLE

Issue #820 - Opening Day Buzz, Captains Host Egg Hunt, Community Loss

Lake County Captains

+19

🏫 Mentor Schools Seek Input Ahead of Key Levy Vote

Apr 2, 2026

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14 min read

🏫 Mentor Schools Seek Input Ahead of Key Levy Vote

Issue #819

Cleveland Guardians

+15

💰 Clerk Error Helps Local Man Win Jackpot, Stormy Weather

Apr 1, 2026

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13 min read

💰 Clerk Error Helps Local Man Win Jackpot, Stormy Weather

Issue #818

Cleveland Cavaliers

+14

🌦️ Windy, Storm Risk Today + Bridge Closing, NOPEC Letters Hit

Mar 31, 2026

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11 min read

🌦️ Windy, Storm Risk Today + Bridge Closing, NOPEC Letters Hit

Issue #817 - King Memorial Bridge set to close, and NOPEC enrollment letters are arriving in Mentor mailboxes this week.

Mentor OH

+15

🌦️ Possible Showers Late, Mentor Housing Trends, Garrit Brass Day

Mar 30, 2026

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13 min read

🌦️ Possible Showers Late, Mentor Housing Trends, Garrit Brass Day

Issue #816

Lake Catholic

+12

🚒 MOL Unveils $832K Fire Engine, Volunteer Fair Set

Mar 29, 2026

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14 min read

🚒 MOL Unveils $832K Fire Engine, Volunteer Fair Set

Issue #815 - Volunteer fair, special needs egg hunt, Cougars shine, spring travel

Mentor OH

+14

💰 Mentor Pushback on Highway Cost Plan + AM Flurries

Mar 28, 2026

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14 min read

💰 Mentor Pushback on Highway Cost Plan + AM Flurries

Issue #814 - Where to find Mentor TV, marsh funding boost, Lake Catholic wins big

Lake County

Relax, Restore & Rebalance with Smyle’s Touch 🌿

Mar 27, 2026

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3 min read

Relax, Restore & Rebalance with Smyle’s Touch 🌿

Deep tissue relief • personalized sessions • peace for your body & mind. Smyle's Touch in Mentor, Ohio (LBS0029)

Mentor on the Lake OH

+15

🚨 Body Found in Grand River, Bigfoot 5K, Guardians Win

Mar 27, 2026

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14 min read

🚨 Body Found in Grand River, Bigfoot 5K, Guardians Win

Issue #813 - Women in Construction inspires locally as Bigfoot 5K returns

Mentor on the Lake OH

+15

🚨 Search Continues for Missing Man, Possible Thunderstorms Today

Mar 26, 2026

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13 min read

🚨 Search Continues for Missing Man, Possible Thunderstorms Today

Issue #812

Mentor OH

+17

🏀 Lady Cougars Win, Captains Back Local Businesses, Calling All Artists!

Mar 25, 2026

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13 min read

🏀 Lady Cougars Win, Captains Back Local Businesses, Calling All Artists!

Issue #811 -

Mentor on the Lake OH

+16

🏛️ Mentor Charter Change, Legal Chief Pick, Perry Tax Talks

Mar 24, 2026

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12 min read

🏛️ Mentor Charter Change, Legal Chief Pick, Perry Tax Talks

Issue #810 - Ballot Move, Leadership Change, and Is Your Home Making You Sick?

Painesville

+15

💰 Mentor Housing Shift + Guard Honors Fallen Airmen

Mar 23, 2026

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13 min read

💰 Mentor Housing Shift + Guard Honors Fallen Airmen

Issue #809 - Housing changes impact Mentor buyers, Kidshow fills the mall, & possible flurries today

Family Fun

+13

🌦️ Storms Hit Mentor Today + Student Heads to Spelling Bee

Mar 22, 2026

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14 min read

🌦️ Storms Hit Mentor Today + Student Heads to Spelling Bee

Issue #808 - Ohio's Busiest Waterfront Restaurants, Student Art Show Returns

Mentor on the Lake OH

+14

🚨 Scam Calls Target Ohio Residents + Mentor Planning Updates

Mar 21, 2026

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12 min read

🚨 Scam Calls Target Ohio Residents + Mentor Planning Updates

Issue #807 - Hometown Heros Banner Deadline Approaches, Dinner Rescue!

Mentor on the Lake OH

+15

🚨 Willoughby narcotics probe ends in prison sentence; KidShow returns

Mar 20, 2026

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12 min read

🚨 Willoughby narcotics probe ends in prison sentence; KidShow returns

Issue #806 - Showers possible today; birding class, Tree Commission opening

City Manager

+14

🚧 Mentor Approves $3.3M Road Work, Sidewalk Repairs Start April

Mar 19, 2026

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13 min read

🚧 Mentor Approves $3.3M Road Work, Sidewalk Repairs Start April

Issue #805 - Work targets key roads and sidewalks as April construction begins

Mentor on the Lake OH

+12

🚨 Sonic Boom Mystery Across NE Ohio + Mentor Safety Town Plan

Mar 18, 2026

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13 min read

🚨 Sonic Boom Mystery Across NE Ohio + Mentor Safety Town Plan

Issue #804 - Meteor boom rattles Northeast Ohio as Mentor eyes permanent Safety Town

Lake County

🏠 Looking for a Roofer in Mentor? Meet CRS Roofing

Mar 17, 2026

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3 min read

🏠 Looking for a Roofer in Mentor? Meet CRS Roofing

From repairs to full roof replacements, CRS Roofing is a local company Mentor homeowners can feel good about calling. (LBS0027)

Lake County

+15

🌨️ Windy Snow, Fiery Power Pole Incident in Northeast Ohio

Mar 17, 2026

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13 min read

🌨️ Windy Snow, Fiery Power Pole Incident in Northeast Ohio

Issue #803 - Gusts blamed for dramatic fire as snow and cold hit the region

Mentor on the Lake OH

+11

🌦️ Arctic Cold & Lake-Effect Snow Move Into Mentor After Wind

Mar 16, 2026

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13 min read

🌦️ Arctic Cold & Lake-Effect Snow Move Into Mentor After Wind

Issue #802 - Plus: 🚧 Route 44 bridge lane closures begin in Mentor.

Mentor on the Lake OH

+14

🚨 Police Warn of Fake Warrant Scam Targeting Residents, Cougar Wrestlers

Mar 15, 2026

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14 min read

🚨 Police Warn of Fake Warrant Scam Targeting Residents, Cougar Wrestlers

Issue #801

Mentor on the Lake OH

+13

🚧 Sinkhole Closes SR 2 Ramp, Quakes Continue, Bobcats Event

Mar 14, 2026

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12 min read

🚧 Sinkhole Closes SR 2 Ramp, Quakes Continue, Bobcats Event

Issue #800

Mentor on the Lake OH

+11

🌦️ Winter Mix Today, 70° Weekend Swing + Mentor School Levy Push

Mar 13, 2026

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13 min read

🌦️ Winter Mix Today, 70° Weekend Swing + Mentor School Levy Push

Issue #799

Events

+15

🌦️ Rain, Flooding, Now Cold — Ohio Property Tax Debate Intensifies

Mar 12, 2026

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13 min read

🌦️ Rain, Flooding, Now Cold — Ohio Property Tax Debate Intensifies

Issue #798

Family Fun

+16

🐝 Former Sears Site Redevelopment Unknown & New Fire Station Moving Forward

Mar 11, 2026

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15 min read

🐝 Former Sears Site Redevelopment Unknown & New Fire Station Moving Forward

Issue #797

Family Fun

+14

🍿 Mentor Native Featured in Netflix Drama & Gridiron Earns State Berth

Mar 10, 2026

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13 min read

🍿 Mentor Native Featured in Netflix Drama & Gridiron Earns State Berth

Issue #796

Lake County

👉🏻 Mentor: Ready to Get Stronger This Week?

Mar 9, 2026

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2 min read

👉🏻 Mentor: Ready to Get Stronger This Week?

Stronger, healthier, and more confident—starting this week. Small group and personal training designed to help you finally see results. Hope Fit in Mentor (LBS0027)

Cleveland Cavaliers

+18

📰 Mentor Cheers Broadmoor Bobcats & Cardinals Shine at State, Build-to-Rent

Mar 9, 2026

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13 min read

📰 Mentor Cheers Broadmoor Bobcats & Cardinals Shine at State, Build-to-Rent

Issue #795

Lake County

+13

📰 First Responders Honored, Kindergarten Registration, Police Academy

Mar 8, 2026

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14 min read

📰 First Responders Honored, Kindergarten Registration, Police Academy

Issue #794

Business

+16

📰 Mentor Channel Issues, 3 Spring Recipes & Cardinals Playoff Run

Mar 7, 2026

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13 min read

📰 Mentor Channel Issues, 3 Spring Recipes & Cardinals Playoff Run

Issue #793

Mentor on the Lake OH

+13

💦 Mentor Advances $10M Aquatic Project, Main Stage Sells Out, Bunny's Back

Mar 6, 2026

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12 min read

💦 Mentor Advances $10M Aquatic Project, Main Stage Sells Out, Bunny's Back

Issue #792

Pets

+11

🏀 Lady Cardinals One Win From State, Dog Food Study & Community Voices

Mar 5, 2026

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13 min read

🏀 Lady Cardinals One Win From State, Dog Food Study & Community Voices

Issue #791

Lake County

+14

🚨 Federal Fugitive Arrested, Burn Ban Begins & Mentor Tax Filing Info

Mar 4, 2026

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14 min read

🚨 Federal Fugitive Arrested, Burn Ban Begins & Mentor Tax Filing Info

Issue #790

Business

+16

🐝 Investigator Reprimanded, Was Route 2 Lighting Restored & State Title Glory

Mar 3, 2026

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13 min read

🐝 Investigator Reprimanded, Was Route 2 Lighting Restored & State Title Glory

Issue #789

Mentor on the Lake OH

+12

🐝 Mortgage Rates Near 3-Year Lows, Bridge Repairs Begin & Safety Registry

Mar 2, 2026

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13 min read

🐝 Mortgage Rates Near 3-Year Lows, Bridge Repairs Begin & Safety Registry

Issue #788

Health & Wellness

👉 Why More Mentor Adults Are Rethinking the Gym

Mar 1, 2026

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2 min read

👉 Why More Mentor Adults Are Rethinking the Gym

A coaching-first fitness model is quietly gaining momentum locally, here in Mentor, Ohio. Hope Fit Training - Check it out! (LBS0026)

Mentor Planning Commission

+13

💜 Angel’s Legacy Lives On, Lady Cardinals Claim District Title & Mentor Forward

Mar 1, 2026

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12 min read

💜 Angel’s Legacy Lives On, Lady Cardinals Claim District Title & Mentor Forward

Issue #787

Cleveland Cavaliers

+12

🐝 Child Safely Returned, Honoring Revolutionary Roots, Cards Beat Titans

Feb 28, 2026

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14 min read

🐝 Child Safely Returned, Honoring Revolutionary Roots, Cards Beat Titans

Issue #786

Family Fun

+14

🐝 State of the City Highlights Growth & Mentor Lady Cardinals Advance

Feb 27, 2026

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14 min read

🐝 State of the City Highlights Growth & Mentor Lady Cardinals Advance

Issue #785

Lake County

+14

🐝 Short-Term Rental Debate, Property Tax Discussion, Lady Cougars Win

Feb 26, 2026

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14 min read

🐝 Short-Term Rental Debate, Property Tax Discussion, Lady Cougars Win

Issue #784

Family Fun

+16

🐝 Mentor Rocks 2026 Lineup & YMCA Dream House Construction Begins

Feb 25, 2026

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15 min read

🐝 Mentor Rocks 2026 Lineup & YMCA Dream House Construction Begins

Issue #783

Mentor on the Lake OH

+14

🐝 New MHS Athletic Director, Local Artists Wanted, Garden Head Starts

Feb 24, 2026

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14 min read

🐝 New MHS Athletic Director, Local Artists Wanted, Garden Head Starts

Issue #782

Lake County

+13

❄️ Winter Weather Advisory, Smoke Alarm Recall & Ohio Housing Update

Feb 23, 2026

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13 min read

❄️ Winter Weather Advisory, Smoke Alarm Recall & Ohio Housing Update

Issue #781

Lake County

+15

❄️ Snowy Stretch Ahead, Major Bridge Repairs, & Big Wins for Mentor Athletes

Feb 22, 2026

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11 min read

❄️ Snowy Stretch Ahead, Major Bridge Repairs, & Big Wins for Mentor Athletes

Issue #780

Local Business Spotlight

🐝 Special Sponsored Edition of Mentor Local Buzz

Feb 21, 2026

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6 min read

🐝 Special Sponsored Edition of Mentor Local Buzz

Issue #SPONSOR001

City Council

+12

🐝 Buzz: Snow Alert, Road Upgrades Prep, & Historic Benjamin Blish Honor

Feb 21, 2026

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13 min read

🐝 Buzz: Snow Alert, Road Upgrades Prep, & Historic Benjamin Blish Honor

Issue #779

Mentor on the Lake OH

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🐝 Mentor Buzz: Weather Change, Electric Rate Decision & Exploring DORA

Feb 20, 2026

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13 min read

🐝 Mentor Buzz: Weather Change, Electric Rate Decision & Exploring DORA

Issue #778

Lake County

+15

🐝 Mentor Traffic Fixes, Safety Town Returns, Athlete Earns Elite Honor

Feb 19, 2026

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13 min read

🐝 Mentor Traffic Fixes, Safety Town Returns, Athlete Earns Elite Honor

Issue #777

Lake County

Feb 18, 2026

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3 min read

🔥 Many Lake County Families Already Have Their Tax Person — Do You?

After 30 years serving the community, Tom Paynter continues to build lasting relationships through personal service and trusted expertise. (LBS0025)

City Council

+15

🏛️ Council Advances Projects, Seniors Get Expanded Free Rides

Feb 18, 2026

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13 min read

🏛️ Council Advances Projects, Seniors Get Expanded Free Rides

Issue #776

City Council

+12

🦌 Deer Management Closes Park, Vape Ban Weighed, Cardinals Win GCC

Feb 17, 2026

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13 min read

🦌 Deer Management Closes Park, Vape Ban Weighed, Cardinals Win GCC

Issue #775

Lake County

🔥 A Different Kind of Gym Is Getting Attention in Mentor - Hope Fit

Feb 16, 2026

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2 min read

🔥 A Different Kind of Gym Is Getting Attention in Mentor - Hope Fit

Small group strength training in Mentor, Ohio focused on coaching, longevity, and sustainable fitness results. Hope Fit Training (LBS0024)

Family Fun

+12

🌶️ Chili 5K, Fire Victims Get Help, Cardinals Shine at Sectionals

Feb 16, 2026

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13 min read

🌶️ Chili 5K, Fire Victims Get Help, Cardinals Shine at Sectionals

Issue #774

Business

+14

🐝 Buzz: School Budget Deficit & Levy, Cardinals Win, Garden Tips Set

Feb 15, 2026

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13 min read

🐝 Buzz: School Budget Deficit & Levy, Cardinals Win, Garden Tips Set

Issue #773

Family Fun

+12

🐝 Mentor Local Buzz: Sidewalk Project, Job Fair, Mentor's 21-1 Season

Feb 14, 2026

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13 min read

🐝 Mentor Local Buzz: Sidewalk Project, Job Fair, Mentor's 21-1 Season

Issue #772

Cleveland Guardians

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🌌 Late-Night Meteor, Mentor Valentine’s Picks, Guardians Streaming

Feb 13, 2026

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12 min read

🌌 Late-Night Meteor, Mentor Valentine’s Picks, Guardians Streaming

Issue #771

Lake County

+13

🎶 Mentor Buzz: Big Al Rocks Billy’s, Literacy Summit, Cougars Fall to CVCA

Feb 12, 2026

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14 min read

🎶 Mentor Buzz: Big Al Rocks Billy’s, Literacy Summit, Cougars Fall to CVCA

Issue #770

Family Fun

+12

🧭 City Design Debate, School Donation Drive, Wellness Wednesday

Feb 11, 2026

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14 min read

🧭 City Design Debate, School Donation Drive, Wellness Wednesday

Issue #769