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Visitors to Downtown Willoughby will be seeing changes taking place throughout the area starting on July 14. One of the most obvious changes is the addition of three new bicycle racks purchased by the city.The Downtown Willoughby Association is hoping to make the area more bike friendly and will start that effort with the placement of the racks which will give people a space to lock their bikes up as their explore, shop and dine in the downtown area.

Mentor's new Civic Amphitheater welcomed a group of dancers July 12 as part of its summer entertainment lineup during a free performance for the community.The Movement Project, based out of the Cleveland Tremont neighborhood, presented The Movement Project beginning for dozens of spectators at the city's amphitheater.

Eastlake police have charged a 53-year-old East Cleveland man with abuse of a corpse after it was determined he transported a dead Eastlake resident from a home to a wooded area near the Eastlake Community Center. A dead male later identified as 30-year-old Ronald Sekston was

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The Goddard School will be hosting Family Fun Day featuring fun activities July 14 at its locations throughout Northeast Ohio. The Goddard School prides itself in learning through playing with each school incorporating both concepts for Family Fun Day, according to a news release. From 10 a.

A tanker truck leaked automotive gear oil onto several Painesville city streets on the evening of July 12, prompting clean-up efforts by a hazardous materials team.At about 5:30 p.m. Painesville Fire Department received a report of a tanker truck leaking fluid at Richmond and Chester streets, according to a Painesville news release.

A Republican candidate slated to challenge State Senator Kenny Yuko for his 25th district seat has died. Bob Murphy, 72, died in his home July 10. Murphy, a lifelong Wickliffe resident, ran unopposed in the May primary election and was to face Senate Minority Leader Yuko in the November General Election.

By stimulating the body's four major energy intersections, a person can help alleviate conditions such as headaches, stomachaches, allergies, PMS, bladder issues, acid reflux and more, according to a news release from Lake Health.Attendees can learn how to benefit from the four energy gates from 6 to 7 p.

DeJohn Funeral Homes and Crematory in Willoughby Hills announced that Constance Scheanon has joined the staff as a funeral director and embalmer and certified celebrant.In her new role, Scheanon will work closely with families to plan the final burial or cremation arrangements for loved ones and comfort them during their grief, according to a news release.

"Cocktails for Kitties," a fund raiser for Caroline's Kids Cat Sanctuary, will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., July 28, at the Kirtland Grange, 10360 Chillicothe Road in Kirtland.In addition to four different signature craft cocktails, beer and wine, there will be a variety of hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks, according to a news release.