Five Guys Closes on Detroit Avenue

The burger joint posts a message on its doors saying goodbye.

Clifton Pointe Work Continues, Set to Expand

With only a few units still available in the first phase of development, Abode Living plans to build additional units on the property most recently occupied by Irish Cottage.

Beck Center Ballerinas Among Top 12 in the Nation

The Lakewood group recently attended the Youth America Grand Prix in Chicago and didn’t mind the spotlight.

Spring Is Imminent: Punxsutawney Phil

Ignore the snow, Punxsutawney Phil says warm temperatures are near.

Fugitives of the Week Wanted for Reported Rape at Gunpoint, Attempted Murder and More

The Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Office is looking for these men and women.

Browns Fans: Are You Cheering Against the Ravens in the Super Bowl?

The Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers will battle it out for the Super Bowl on Sunday.

Kind Officer Helps Woman in Wheelchair Get Lunch: Best of the Blotter

Here are some of the most interesting police reports and incidents from departments across the region.

No School for Lakewood on Friday

Class has been canceled.

Gov. Kasich Proposes Increasing School Funding, Lessening Mandates

The governor’s plan also includes funds for a special grant, designed to encourage schools to try new approaches to increasing achievement and decreasing cost.

Red Rooster Finds a New Home on Detroit Avenue

Lakewood Chicken and Deli opens in the space most-recently occupied former Guys Pizza.

City Puts Two Historic Homes (Needing Some Love) on the Market

The city-owned homes, at 1436 Grace Avenue and 1446 Mars Avenue, are both former boarding houses. They will be featured as “fabulous” fixer-uppers in open houses from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday.

RTA Uppercut Sparks Initiative For Cameras on Buses, Law Changes

Cleveland City Council moves to secure $2 million for cameras on the region's RTA buses and tighten behavior restrictions on buses.

US Marshals Arrest Man Accused of Raping Child in Lakewood

Bobby Thomas, one of the task force’s fugitives of the week, was arrested Wednesday morning.

Lakewood Native Playing in the Spotlight of Super Bowl

Alex Boone, who played at St. Edward High School, is in New Orleans ready to rumble in Super Bowl XLVII.

Delivery Driver’s Vehicle Stolen During Stop

The following arrest information was supplied by the Lakewood Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

St. Gregory Church Listed for Sale

LoveLakewood.com reported that the 90-year-old structure is now on the market.

Home on Gladys Avenue Condemned, Boarded Up

The police took the homeowner into custody on Tuesday for numerous citations — and an effort to remove him from the home.

Lakefront Residents Form Overlook Park Neighborhood Association

Starting with just six members, the organization now boasts 167 members.

MSN: Cleveland Is Second Coolest City in Midwest

So tell us, what do you think makes Cleveland cool?

Fugitive of the Week Turns Himself In

Keith Bush is wanted for murder.

That’s Nuts Opens on Madison Avenue

The gourmet nut butter and dried fruit store (and deli and toy store) opened Tuesday in the space most-recently occupied by LaBella Cupcakes.

'Changes and Challenges' Ahead for Lakewood Schools

Superintendent Jeffrey Patterson shares a message to the community on the district’s website explaining the work ahead.

Drunken Woman Tries to Pick Up Child From School

The following arrest information was supplied by the Lakewood Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

Huge Kitchen with Wall of Windows, Four Fireplaces: Lake Avenue Home for Sale

The kitchen windows look out on a mature and beautifully landscaped garden.

Lakewood Police: Have You Seen This Theft Suspect?

Police are looking for the public’s help catching a man suspected of stealing an iPad and an iPod.

Richard Neff, Lakewood Resident, Dies at 60

The family suggests memorials be made to Autism Speaks.

Madison Avenue Traffic Signal Project Slated

The estimated $2.5 million project to upgrade the traffic signals on Madison Avenue — a project not unlike last summer’s Detroit Avenue project — could begin in 2014.

Shamrock Tavern Gets New Flavor With Bane Boys

Long-time restaurant and bar teams up with family and friends for new dining experience.

US Marshals Looking for Man Who Allegedly Shot Someone After a Fight

Keith Bush is the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force's fugitive of the week.

Curbside Recycling Changes Could Be Coming Soon

In an effort to streamline waste collection — and save money in the long run — city officials are eyeing a plan to start distributing 18,000 plastic recycling containers to residents in 2013.

GetGo is for Lovers

New gas station at the corner of Bunts Road and Detroit Avenue on Valentine's Day.

Dead Cat? Nope, Just Drunk Woman

The following arrest information was supplied by the Lakewood Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

University of Akron Lakewood Offering Free Legal Advice to Small Businesses

Small Entrepreneur an Economic Development (SEED) legal clinic officially begins at the UA Lakewood campus at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Four Fireplaces, Five Bedrooms, Leaded Glass French Doors: Clifton Road Home for Sale

With a mix of modern and period, this 1913 home in Clifton Park features ornate crown moldings, hardwood floors and central air.

Income Tax Revenue Up for Northeast Ohio Patch Towns

15 of 18 Ohio Patch communities saw 2012 income tax collections surpass 2011 figures.

Northern Ohio’s Most Wanted

Do you recognize any of these wanted fugitives?

Lady Lights Up at Chuck E. Cheese: Best of the Blotter

Here are some of the weirdest police reports and incidents from departments across the region.

Alfred ‘Freddie’ Paul, Lakewood Resident, Dies at 85

Paul was a WWII Army Air Corp veteran and was the union president of Local 217 UAW of Tool and Die Makers.

Study: Hotel Recommended in Lakewood

Last year, Lakewood-based Hotel & Leisure Advisors was commissioned to perform a $7,000 feasibility study to see whether a hotel could work in the city. The results are in.

Man Charged for Lying to Police About Stolen $28,000

The following arrest information was supplied by the Lakewood Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.