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🎉 Mentor Summer Camp Registration Opens February 5

🎳 Bowling for Beagles Returns Today to Support Dog Rescue Efforts

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🏀 Mentor’s Hot Shooting Sinks Shaker Heights in Lopsided Win

🏀 Rodriguez Leads the Charge as Mentor Dominates Shaker Heights 79-19

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A wave of false emergency reports disrupted several Lake County retailers Friday evening, prompting a large-scale police response that may have begun at the Giant Eagle in Painesville Township.

Around 5:15 p.m., the Lake County Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting a possible active shooter at the store on Mentor Avenue, near the Lake County Fairgrounds. The caller claimed to be speaking with someone inside who believed a shooting was underway and said they could hear gunfire in the background.

Deputies rushed to the scene with support from neighboring law enforcement agencies. After quickly entering the store, they confirmed there was no shooting or disturbance of any kind.

An eyewitness described seeing a significant emergency response, with numerous police vehicles and ambulances outside the store. Despite the initial panic, the scene was secure, and no injuries were reported.

Shortly after, reports of other area retailers — including Meijer and Walmart in Mentor — were also targeted with similar false reports. Initial reports from an employee on the scene was that at least one of the threats, believed to be a bomb threat, had been phoned in from out of state.

Investigators suspect these incidents were part of a broader swatting attempt — a dangerous hoax that aims to trigger major law enforcement reactions under false pretenses.

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the source and potential connections between the calls.

Read More on the Giant Eagle Event at cleveland19.com

Registration Opens Soon for 2026 Mentor Summer Camps

While winter lingers and spring awaits, planning for summer fun is already underway in Mentor. Registration for the city’s popular Summer Day Camps opens Monday, February 5, 2026, for residents, and Monday, February 9 for nonresidents.

Offered through Mentor Recreation, the camps include a variety of programs designed to engage, educate, and entertain children throughout the summer months. Options include traditional day camps, sports camps, and discovery camps—each packed with opportunities for swimming, skating, field trips, arts and crafts, basketball, fencing, cooking, and more.

Camps are staffed by trained adults and college-aged counselors who bring energy, experience, and enthusiasm to every session. Due to high demand and limited space, families are encouraged to register early. Online registration is strongly recommended, as the city expects high traffic on opening day.

Residents without an existing online account must set one up in advance—either by phone or in person—to confirm residency. For assistance or to verify account details, contact the Parks and Recreation office at 440-974-5720.

Full camp details and registration links are available on the city’s website: cityofmentor.com/summer-camps

Bowling for Beagles Fundraiser Rolls Into Mentor

Animal lovers and bowling fans are in for a treat as “Bowling for Beagles” returns to RollHouse Mentor on Saturday, January 31. The event, hosted by a local nonprofit, kicks off at 7 p.m. and promises an evening of fun, food, and furry friends—all in support of dog rescue efforts.

Guests can enjoy two hours of bowling, along with games, raffles, prizes, a taco bar, and drink specials. The evening isn’t just about strikes and spares—attendees will have the chance to meet adoptable puppies and young adult dogs currently in search of forever homes.

Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and guide interested guests through the adoption process. Whether you're considering adopting or just want to support a local cause, this family-friendly event welcomes all ages to help give rescue dogs a fresh start.

“Bowling for Beagles” takes place at RollHouse Mentor, located at 7300 Palisades Parkway. Proceeds from the evening will benefit ongoing efforts to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs in need.

If you’ve ever watched Beauty and the Beast, you probably remember that unforgettable dinner scene — and the famous line urging Belle to “try the grey stuff.” Good news: you don’t need a singing candelabra like Lumière to enjoy it at home.

This playful dessert is basically a cookies-and-cream mousse, and it’s as easy as it is crowd-pleasing. Creamy vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies come together for a light, sweet treat that looks fancy but takes almost no effort. It’s perfect for movie nights…

Get the Full Recipe at disneyrewards.com

A homemade version of lembas bread from The Lord of the Rings offers a sweet, crunchy, and travel-friendly snack, perfect for hikes, road trips, or fans of fantasy cuisine. Though it lacks Elvish magic, it's still a tasty nod to Tolkien’s world.

Check out the recipe for Lembas Bread

The Cleveland Cavaliers saw their five-game winning streak come to an end Friday night with a 126-113 loss to the Phoenix Suns, wrapping up a tough road matchup. Turnovers and a third-quarter collapse proved costly for Cleveland, who fell to 29-21 on the season.

Despite a close first half that ended with the Suns up 52-47, the Cavaliers struggled to maintain control. Phoenix surged in the third, outscoring Cleveland 45-32 and building a lead that would grow to 30 early in the fourth quarter. Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson was ejected during that stretch after receiving two technical fouls.

De’Andre Hunter led the Cavs with 17 points, while Donovan Mitchell and Jaylon Tyson each added 16. Mitchell’s night was hampered by eight turnovers, part of the team’s 21 total—15 of which came in the first half.

Phoenix played without Devin Booker but found plenty of firepower behind Dillon Brooks, who scored 27 points after dropping 40 the previous night. The Suns hit 23 three-pointers and improved to 30-19.

Cleveland now heads to Portland for a Sunday night matchup, looking to bounce back.

Read More, See Highlights at espn.com

The Mentor boys basketball team rolled past Shaker Heights, 88-57, on Jan. 30 in a decisive Greater Cleveland Conference win. The Cardinals improved to 11-4 overall and 6-3 in league play, continuing their strong midseason surge.

Mentor’s defense set the tone early, forcing 22 turnovers—16 in the first half—and converting them into fast-break points. The Cardinals jumped to a 33-10 lead in the second quarter and led 58-30 at halftime.

Bernard Gnjatic paced the offense with 24 points, hitting six threes. Nate Sabin added 15 off the bench, while Jack Kennedy, Tony Katava, and Connor Witte also reached double digits. Mentor shot 62% from the field and hit 12-of-30 from three-point range.

Fifteen players saw action, and the Cardinals controlled the tempo throughout. Witte led with eight rebounds, while Gnjatic and Luke Gerard each had three steals. The team closed the third quarter up 81-41, triggering a running clock in the fourth.

Now 5-1 in their last six games, Mentor looks to keep momentum going during a home-heavy stretch that includes upcoming matchups against Strongsville and Cleveland Heights.

The Mentor Lady Cardinals delivered a dominant performance Friday night, defeating Shaker Heights 79-19 in a commanding Greater Cleveland Conference victory. With the win, Mentor improved to 17-1 overall and remained undefeated in the conference at 12-0.

From the opening whistle, the Cardinals controlled both ends of the floor. Their defense suffocated the Red Raiders, while their offense operated with precision and pace. The game quickly became one-sided, showcasing Mentor’s depth and focus as they continued their impressive season.

Leading the charge was standout guard Nina Rodriguez, who posted a career-high 31 points, along with a season-best nine assists, six steals, and even drew a charge. Ashlyn McKinney pulled down a team-high six rebounds, while Angela Korzunowski and Lyla Willis each recorded a block.

With the win, the Lady Cardinals continue their push through the GCC, looking strong heading into February. Their next test will be on the road at Strongsville on Feb. 4.

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