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

In today's newsletter:

  • What led to Westlake police smashing this suspect's car windows?
  • Where Westlake residents can personally connect with 9/11 history nearby
  • How Westlake's boys soccer stormed back from 2-0 down vs. Bay

Also on today's calendar: City of Westlake Community Run and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Clouds and sun; not as warm, with a high of 76 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 76, low: 60.
  • Saturday: Sunshine and warmer, with a high of 83 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Bodycam captures Westlake police chase and arrest of suspect who refused to exit car (news5cleveland.com) — Westlake residents may have noticed a major police presence Friday night as officers helped stop a driver who led a chase into the city and then barricaded himself in his car. Bodycam-documented tactics included a PIT maneuver, pepper balls, a K9, and Tasers before the 51-year-old suspect was removed, treated at a hospital, and taken into custody without officer injuries.
   

2. Pieces of 9/11 history preserved across Northeast Ohio: Where to find them (cleveland.com) — Westlake residents can visit the 9/11 Memorial Wall in the lobby of Westlake Porter Public Library, where a piece of World Trade Center steel is displayed and the life of Westlake High graduate Christina Ryook is honored. The article also maps out similar memorials across Cuyahoga and Lake counties, offering places to quietly reflect on the attacks' 25th anniversary.
   

3. High school boys soccer: Westlake comes from behind in thrilling 2-2 draw with Bay (morningjournal.com) — Westlake High's boys soccer team thrilled local fans by erasing a 2-0 halftime deficit to earn a 2-2 draw against rival Bay on Sept. 9, keeping their conference title hopes alive. Coach Doug Kuns praised the Demons' composure and second-half pressure, while standout goals from Colin McGregor and Meekal Alramahi extended Westlake's unbeaten streak to three matches.
   

4. WESTSHORE: Area school rankings stay strong, steady (westlifenews.com) — Westlake families can see how Westlake High School stacks up this year, with the school ranked 39th in Ohio and 12th in the Cleveland metro area by U.S. News & World Report. The article compares graduation rates, college readiness, and enrollment across nearby Westshore high schools so you can gauge how local districts are performing regionally and nationally.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found Pet Alert: Looking to Reunite Dog with Owner
    This dog was picked up as a stray and is located at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter (CCAS) and is looking for its owner. Please contact us… (Nextdoor )
  • Found Pet Alert: Looking to Reunite Dog with Owner
    This dog was picked up as a stray and is located at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter (CCAS) and is looking for its owner. Please contact us… (Nextdoor )
  • Regal posted a job opening for Part-time Floor Staff: $15.00/HR Free Monthly Movies, 50% off Concessions!!! in Westlake. Apply here.
  • Acosta posted a job opening for Retail Sales Merchandiser - Grocery in North Olmsted. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Westlake here.

Ok Westlake! 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!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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