Bees’ playoff run comes to an end during quarterfinals
by Dan Holland The Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School Bees varsity football team returned to the OHSAA playoffs for the first time in three years, winning their first-round matchup on the road against Westlake 30-3, but falling in the second week quarterfinals to #1 seed Avon 49-7. The Bees, who were the #9 seed in Division […]
Search Articles
Council members retain seats, zoning amendments pass
by Dan Holland Broadview Heights residents on Nov. 7 overwhelmingly voted to approve zoning amendment Issues 25 and 26 to prohibit construction of any further townhomes or townhome developments in the city, According to unofficial results from the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections. Mayor Sam Alai, who ran uncontested, will serve a fifth term, while […]
Bloodview plays host to ghoulish engagement
by Dan Holland For its final night of the season on Halloween, Bloodview Haunted House, which normally hosts a myriad of shrieks and scares, hosted a marriage proposal in the midst of the Towpath Road attraction. The prospective groom arranged the Oct. 29 encounter weeks prior with Steve Gwiazda, director of the venue. “He called […]
Council approves new vehicle purchase
by Dan Holland Oct. 16 city council meeting Members of Broadview Heights City Council at their Oct. 16 meeting passed a resolution approving the purchase of a new 2022 Ford F-250 pickup truck with a Reading Classic II steel service body from Sarchione Ford for use by the city’s service department at a cost of […]
Council accepts ARPA community grant for fire station project
by Dan Holland Nov. 6 city council meeting Members of Broadview Heights City Council at their Nov. 6 meeting passed a resolution accepting an American Rescue Funds Act Community Grant to put toward funding of a new fire station project. At present, the city has no formal plans to build such a facility, according to […]
Join the giving season with these local opportunities
Contact the Broadview Heights Human Services Department, 440-526-4685, for more information on the following giving opportunities: The Adopt-a-Family program is a straight-from-the-heart opportunity to give directly to a family in need. Adopt a Family invites families, businesses, churches or service organizations to make Christmas brighter for less fortunate children 17 and under in Brecksville, Broadview […]
Meals on Wheels provides nourishment, safety checks
by Dan Holland Addressing food insecurity in the community is one of the goals of the all-volunteer, non-profit Brecksville and Broadview Heights Meals on Wheels program, which is available to both seniors and convalescents who are not able to prepare meals or shop for food. The program was founded locally in 1990. The program, which […]
Two new faces to join the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Board of Education
by Melissa Martin Voters in Brecksville and Broadview Heights elected two new faces to fill two of the three seats up for the taking on the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Board of Education Nov. 7. Joining them for a fourth term in office is current Board of Education President Mark Dosen, who voters elected with 4,497 votes […]
Active alumni association, community member will be missed
by Cheryl D’Mello Brenda Joyce Fraley Kolchin, an active member of the Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School Alumni Association, passed away on Friday, Sept. 22 at the age of 79. Born in Colcord, West Virginia, Kolchin moved to Oil City, Pennsylvania and then to Brecksville when her father got a job with J&L Steel in Cleveland. […]
Superintendent launches district’s strategic plan, development of campus master plan
by Melissa Martin Oct. 25 school board meeting Brecksville-Broadview Heights Superintendent Jeffrey Harrison told school board members the district will have a new strategic plan in place by the start of the 2024-25 school year. Harrison said he launched the planning process with the administration and staff in August, with the goal of developing a […]
Acclaimed band director returns to alma mater, inspires student musicians
Maj. Ryan J. Nowlin, a 1996 graduate of North Royalton High School and member of the NRHS Alumni Hall of Fame, visited the school’s band students on Oct. 31. Nowlin, who is the Director of the “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band, was in town for a special performance at Severance Hall on Oct. […]
A big treat for walkers and runners alike
by Dan Holland More than 180 participants braved a cool, drizzly morning Oct. 28 to participate in the 10th annual Halloween-themed Ken Ganley Companies and Brecksville Kiwanis Trick-or-Trot 5K Run and 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk. The event took place on the Brecksville-owned Blossom Hill property and environs. Runners and walkers were encouraged to dress up […]
Police Beat
Information provided by the Broadview Heights Police Department Oct. 10 – Police subpoenaed cell phone records in a telephone harassment case between an 18-year-old city man and his former group of high school friends. The complainant and his mother reported that the man had been receiving several prank calls on his cell phone following a […]
Chippewa Garden Club
Autumn is the season of harvest, color and scenic changes. To add to the beauty of the season, Chippewa Garden Club, in its Senior Enrichment through Nature program, played host to the seniors of Broadview Heights Oct. 8. The goal was to assist seniors in making a fall wreath. Materials to make the wreate were […]
Cuyahoga Valley Genealogy
The Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. Members and interested public are invited to attend at the Willow Room of the Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Blvd. in Independence. This month’s presentation will be “The Ohio Historical Markers Program: More Than Mere Signs” presented by […]
Sponsored
Using the Holiday Season to Discuss a Difficult Topic
by Dan A. Baron, Baron Law LLC It’s unbelievable, but 2023 is almost over. As we approach the holidays, we come together to unite with family, enjoy great food and engage in many discussions. One discussion that is often overlooked is the importance of communicating your wishes regarding estate planning. It’s challenging, difficult and maybe […]
Sponsored
Protect Your Family with CO Detectors
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating Carbon Monoxide. Unfortunately, each year it seems these words are used to describe the cause of death for a local family. Not only do 400 people die each year as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning, another 20,000 visit the emergency room and over 4,000 are hospitalized. What bothers […]
Sponsored
I’m scared of the dentist. My teeth are in terrible shape. What is nitrous?
by Dr. Zenon Farian, DDS Our team at Dr. Farian’s office understands that the sights, sounds, and sensations at the dentist’s office can be unsettling for some patients. We have a variety of options to help the patients who are scared. One effective technique that we use to comfort you is a gas called nitrous […]
Open Arms Adoptions hosts informational open house
Open Arms Adoptions is hosting an informational open house at Northside Marketplace, 21 Furnace St., in Akron, on National Adoption Day, Saturday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. This gathering offers attendees the chance to interact with the Open Arms Adoptions staff, gain in-depth insights into adoption programs, pose questions and enjoy light refreshments while […]
Fall Fest returns as an annual family favorite
by Dan Holland The third-annual Broadview Heights Fall Fest, held Sept. 30 from noon-3 p.m. at the city amphitheater, drew a record crowd of more than 2,000 attendees, according to Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation Ryan Meyer. The free event featured a DJ, family photo station, prizes, games, hay rides courtesy of Luther’s Farm […]
BBHHS ranks among top Greater Cleveland high schools
by Melissa Martin Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School has been ranked No. 27 in the annual U.S. News and World Report evaluation of high schools throughout the state of Ohio. The district has also been named No. 5 in the Greater Cleveland area. In national rankings, BBHHS is ranked No. 724. Schools are ranked on their […]
Council approves funding for new K-9 patrol
by Dan Holland Oct. 2 city council meeting Members of Broadview Heights City Council at their Oct. 2 meeting approved payment of $7,400 to Excel K-9 Services, Inc. of Hiram, for the attainment and training of a new K-9 officer to be trained in patrol and narcotics detection. The 3-year-old male German Shepherd, named Zeus, […]
Brecksville – Broadview schools earn five stars on state report card
by Melissa Martin The Brecksville-Broadview Heights School District earned an overall rating of five stars, the highest a district can receive, on the 2023 Ohio School Report Card. The report cards analyze performance in six areas: achievement, progress, early literacy, gap closing, graduation and college, career, workforce and military readiness (this component will not be rated until 2025.) […]
Sale of former Highland Elementary School finalized
by Melissa Martin Sept. 27 board of education meeting The Brecksville-Broadview Heights Board of Education announced Sept. 27 that the sale of the former Highland Drive Elementary School property had been finalized. “The top bid we received was $1.1 million and the property sold for that amount,” said school board President Mark Dosen. The property […]
Five new members inducted to BBHHS Gallery of Achievement
by Melissa Martin The Brecksville-Broadview Heights Gallery of Achievement grew by five members following an induction ceremony and luncheon at Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School Oct. 6. The BBHHS Alumni Association established the Gallery of Achievement awards program in 2002 to honor Brecksville-Broadview Heights graduates and former faculty who have distinguished themselves through community service, personal […]
NRHS receives $10K Veale Foundation Grant
North Royalton High School has received $10,000 in grant funding from the Veale Youth Entrepreneurship Forum to support the school’s entrepreneurship programs for the 2023-2024 academic year. The Veale Foundation was founded in 1964 by Harriet and Tinkham Veale as a way to improve the quality of life for community members through charitable donations made […]
Letter to the Editor
Galek demonstrates commitment To the Editor: As a BBHCSD resident and active community member, I am writing to provide my full support for Lisa Galek as a BBHCSD Board of Education candidate. I have had the pleasure to get to know Lisa through her consistent volunteerism and philanthropic efforts in our local community. Lisa is […]
Letter to the Editor
Drexler understands the issues To the Editor: I am writing to support Eric Drexler for Brecksville-Broadview Heights School Board. Eric is a speech pathologist who has worked in our district for many years. When our new elementary school opened, Eric’s position at BBH was cut based on seniority and he became a private practitioner. When […]
Letter to the Editor
Board needs Dosen’s leadership perspective To the Editor: I am asking the residents of Brecksville and Broadview Hts. to support Mark Dosen this November by voting to re-elect him to the Brecksville-Broadview Heights School Board. Mr. Dosen has served our students and communities admirably over the last 12 years by leading with a common-sense attitude […]
Letter to the Editor
Bundy, Lupica outshine opponents Lisa Galek is a talented individual with a skill set seemingly more suited to her current functions as a writer, chronicler and fund-raiser, than a school board candidate. Merri Gunzler’s “In it for the kids” describes all the candidates. Full-time fathers and businessmen, Roger Bundy, an attorney, and Sam Lupica, a […]