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Good day Shaker Heights! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Amazon's new delivery drones are suddenly flying over Shaker Heights
  • See how Shaker Heights schools rank among Ohio's private high schools
  • How one Shaker Heights family built a 75-year firefighting legacy

Also on today's calendar: Cle Feud Competition and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Very warm with periods of sun, with a high of 83 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Friday: A couple of morning showers, temps: high: 62, low: 48.
  • Saturday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 63 and low of 46 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Shaker Heights addresses concerns as Amazon delivery drones fly overhead (wkyc.com) — Shaker Heights officials are responding to residents who've spotted Amazon Prime Air drones flying over the city due to the nearby North Randall fulfillment center, explaining what's happening and where to get more information. Locals describe both the convenience and concerns around privacy, noise, and package security as the new service rolls out to eligible addresses within 7.5 miles.
   

2. Best private high schools in Ohio (whio.com) — Shaker Heights families will notice two hometown standouts on this new ranking of Ohio's best private high schools: Hathaway Brown at #4 and Laurel School at #2. The statewide list, based on Niche's data, compares enrollment, student-teacher ratios, and overall grades to help parents gauge how local options stack up against top schools in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Columbus, and beyond.
   

3. 75 years of service: O'Neill family's firefighting legacy in Ohio spans 3 generations (dailydispatch.com) — Shaker Heights readers can take pride in the O'Neill family's 75-year firefighting legacy that began at the Shaker Heights Fire Department and now spans three generations across Northeast Ohio. The story highlights how Jack O'Neill and his son John served side by side, illustrating the deep commitment, sacrifice, and family tradition behind the fire crews who protect local neighborhoods.
   

4. Who is Northeast Ohio's top high school boys soccer defender in 2026? Our picks, your votes (poll) (cleveland.com) — A standout Shaker Heights High School defender, senior Johannes Hagenaars, is among several Northeast Ohio boys soccer players nominated in an online poll for top defender this season. His strong back-line play has helped keep opponents to just 14 goals while he's also chipped in with two goals and an assist.
   

5. Families can get acclimated to schools during open house (clevelandjewishnews.com) — Families in Shaker Heights considering University School can explore the JK-8 campus during an all-school fall open house, with student-led tours, activity fairs, and chances to meet teachers and coaches. The article also explains how Lawrence School offers individualized visits for students with learning differences, helping parents across Northeast Ohio find a school community that fits their child's needs.
   

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    Anyone lose this dog? Has a collar but couldn't get close to see name. Was just on Washington between laurelhurst & Fairmount (university heights),… (Nextdoor University Heights)

Ok Shaker Heights! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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