The View from Ward 2: Issue #25

Parklets, Public Safety Committee, & Census 2020!

The View from Ward 2: Issue #23

City Council Meeting, murals, and more!

Lakewood Politicians Applaud Supreme Court's LGBTQ Decision

The Lakewood lawmakers are also urging officials to pass the Ohio Fairness Act and codify protections for LGBTQ Ohioans.

Ohio's LGBTQ Community Needs Protections, Lakewood Lawmaker Says

State Rep. Mike Skindell is urging lawmakers to pass the Ohio Fairness Act, which prevents discrimination against the LGBTQ community.

Lakewood Politicians Going To DNC Convention As Delegates

State Senator Nickie Antonio and City Councilperson Tristan Rader will serve as delegates for Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #22

Outdoor dining applications approved, Gun Violence Awareness Day, and more!

George Floyd Protest Comes To Lakewood, Mayor Comments

A peaceful demonstration marched through Lakewood on Tuesday evening.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #21

Parklets, outdoor dining applications, and more!

Metered Parking Returns To Lakewood June 1

After nearly two months of free parking, metered parking will again be enforced in Lakewood.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #20

Outdoor dining resolution passed, Hayes Elementary Adopt-A-Spot, and more!

The View from Ward 2: Issue #19

Expanding outdoor dining options, parklets, and more!

Ohio House Sparring Over Health, Safety Guidelines

Many state Republicans will not wear masks during floor sessions, prompting outrage from House Democrats.

Lakewood Extends Moratorium On Metered Parking

Parking will continue to be free in Lakewood until at least June 1.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #18

Outdoor Dining, Face Masks, and more!

Lakewood's Small Business Rent Relief Program Comes To Close

Through the program, Lakewood officials said they issued $187,492 in rent relief grants to 118 small businesses.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #17

One Lakewood Place, Finance Committee, and more!

State Senator Nickie J. Antonio Holds Virtual Town Hall

Members of the Ohio General Assembly, from Cuyahoga County, discussed COVID-19 updates.

Lakewood School Levy: Issue 28 Election Results

Lakewood voters decided the fate of a 4.9-mill operating levy for the Lakewood City Schools.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #16

Updates from the week of April 20th!

The View from Ward 2: Issue #15

Committee of the Whole, One Lakewood Place, and more!

3 Lakewood Committees Holding Public Meetings

Committees on the city's finances, health and housing will hold public meetings on April 20 and April 21.

COVID-19 Reminds Us of Importance of Schools & Community

Lakewood Board of Education member Michael Callahan acknowledges the work of school district and community, and urges support of Issue 28.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #14

Virtual Council Meeting and Upcoming Events!

Lakewood Committee Of The Whole Meeting Online Monday

The Lakewood City Council committee will discuss the appointment of a new director of finance and a new director of human resources.

Lakewood Senator To Governor: Help Nonprofits During Coronavirus

A coalition of Ohio nonprofits have asked the governor for financial assistance during this period of economic uncertainty.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #13

Coronavirus Response, Virtual Council Meeting, and a visit from the Easter Bunny!

The View from Ward 2: Issue #12

Primary Election, Acts of Kindness, Census 2020, and Coronavirus updates!

The View from Ward 2: Issue #11

Health & Human Services Committee, Council Meetings, and more!

The View from Ward 2: Issue #10

Coronavirus, Beekeeping, Census 2020, and more!

1 Lakewood Polling Location Moved Due To COVID-19 Fears

Secretary of State Frank LaRose ordered all polling locations in senior living or nursing homes moved.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #9

Council Meeting, LakewoodAlive Knowing Your Home, Bees, and more!

Ending Death Penalty Goal Of Bipartisan Ohio Coalition

State Senator Nickie Antonio, from Lakewood, and a coalition of Democrats and Republicans want to end the death penalty in Ohio.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #8

Urban Beekeeping, Youth Advisory Council, and more!

The View from Ward 2: Issue #7

City Council Meeting, Census 2020, and more!

The View from Ward 2: Issue #6

Barry Buick development update, Committee of the Whole, and more!

Meet Lakewood's Newest City Councilperson: Sarah Kepple

The entrepreneur was sworn-in on Tuesday. Patch spoke with the new councilperson about her background and what she brings to city council.

Lakewood State Senator Trying To Cap Cost Of Insulin

State Senator Nickie Antonio is co-sponsoring a package of legislation which would cap the cost of insulin in Ohio.

Lakewood Mayor Meghan George Endorses School Levy

Mayor Meghan George gave a ringing endorsement to the upcoming school levy for the Lakewood City Schools.

The View from Ward 2: Issue #5

ADUs, One Community Reads, and Bees!

Cuyahoga County Jail Deaths Inspire Reform Legislation

A new bill from Lakewood and Parma state senators would impose stricter compliance deadlines for local jails.