City of Lakewood, Ohio
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It's time to Cram The Cruiser!
Each of Lakewood’s 4 wards will compete to see who can fill their ward's vehicle with the most canned and non-perishable food, plus personal care/hygiene products.
The event is today from 3 to 6 PM at Giant Eagle at 14100 Detroit Ave.
Each of Lakewood’s 4 wards will compete to see who can fill their ward's vehicle with the most canned and non-perishable food, plus personal care/hygiene products.
The event is today from 3 to 6 PM at Giant Eagle at 14100 Detroit Ave.
December 15, 2025 at 3:52 PM
It's time to Cram The Cruiser!
Each of Lakewood’s 4 wards will compete to see who can fill their ward's vehicle with the most canned and non-perishable food, plus personal care/hygiene products.
The event is today from 3 to 6 PM at Giant Eagle at 14100 Detroit Ave.
Each of Lakewood’s 4 wards will compete to see who can fill their ward's vehicle with the most canned and non-perishable food, plus personal care/hygiene products.
The event is today from 3 to 6 PM at Giant Eagle at 14100 Detroit Ave.
Happy Hanukkah, Lakewood!
December 14, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Happy Hanukkah, Lakewood!
Meeting schedule for Mon., December 15:
6 PM - Finance Committee
7:30 PM - City Council Meeting
All meetings are open to the public and committee/council meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
6 PM - Finance Committee
7:30 PM - City Council Meeting
All meetings are open to the public and committee/council meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
December 14, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Meeting schedule for Mon., December 15:
6 PM - Finance Committee
7:30 PM - City Council Meeting
All meetings are open to the public and committee/council meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
6 PM - Finance Committee
7:30 PM - City Council Meeting
All meetings are open to the public and committee/council meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
It's once again time to renew dog licenses. Dog licenses are required by law, and help keep your furry friend safe if they go missing.
Avoid a late fee by renewing your license before January 31.
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Avoid a late fee by renewing your license before January 31.
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December 12, 2025 at 5:19 PM
It's once again time to renew dog licenses. Dog licenses are required by law, and help keep your furry friend safe if they go missing.
Avoid a late fee by renewing your license before January 31.
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Avoid a late fee by renewing your license before January 31.
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Cove Community Center's Winter Warmup station is back for the winter of 2025-26. Volunteers have donated and crafted hats, gloves, and scarves for anyone who needs protection from the elements this season. The items are located in front of Cove Community Center near the RTA 55 bus stop.
December 11, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Cove Community Center's Winter Warmup station is back for the winter of 2025-26. Volunteers have donated and crafted hats, gloves, and scarves for anyone who needs protection from the elements this season. The items are located in front of Cove Community Center near the RTA 55 bus stop.
Parents & caregivers: are you looking for a warm, free place to get out of the house this winter? Check out the Lakewood Family Room! The Division of Early Childhood offers regular programming for all ages in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Visit www.lakewoodoh.gov/early-childhood for more.
Visit www.lakewoodoh.gov/early-childhood for more.
December 10, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Parents & caregivers: are you looking for a warm, free place to get out of the house this winter? Check out the Lakewood Family Room! The Division of Early Childhood offers regular programming for all ages in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Visit www.lakewoodoh.gov/early-childhood for more.
Visit www.lakewoodoh.gov/early-childhood for more.
A few shots from Light Up Lakewood 2025. Great job and thank you LakewoodAlive, and to everyone that made the event possible. See you next year!
December 8, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A few shots from Light Up Lakewood 2025. Great job and thank you LakewoodAlive, and to everyone that made the event possible. See you next year!
Cram the Cruiser is just one week away!
Each of Lakewood’s 4 wards will compete to see who can fill their ward's vehicle with the most canned and non-perishable food, plus personal care/hygiene products.
The event is Dec. 15 from 3 to 6 PM at Giant Eagle at 14100 Detroit Ave. See you there!
Each of Lakewood’s 4 wards will compete to see who can fill their ward's vehicle with the most canned and non-perishable food, plus personal care/hygiene products.
The event is Dec. 15 from 3 to 6 PM at Giant Eagle at 14100 Detroit Ave. See you there!
December 8, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Cram the Cruiser is just one week away!
Each of Lakewood’s 4 wards will compete to see who can fill their ward's vehicle with the most canned and non-perishable food, plus personal care/hygiene products.
The event is Dec. 15 from 3 to 6 PM at Giant Eagle at 14100 Detroit Ave. See you there!
Each of Lakewood’s 4 wards will compete to see who can fill their ward's vehicle with the most canned and non-perishable food, plus personal care/hygiene products.
The event is Dec. 15 from 3 to 6 PM at Giant Eagle at 14100 Detroit Ave. See you there!
The Finance Committee meets tomorrow evening, 6:00 PM in the City Hall Auditorium to continue budget hearings.
Meetings are open to the public, and Council and committee meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
Meetings are open to the public, and Council and committee meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
December 7, 2025 at 2:42 PM
The Finance Committee meets tomorrow evening, 6:00 PM in the City Hall Auditorium to continue budget hearings.
Meetings are open to the public, and Council and committee meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
Meetings are open to the public, and Council and committee meetings are streamed online. For agendas and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Beginning Monday, Dec. 8, Belle Ave. will be closed just south of the Cleveland Clinic parking lot entrance for utility work related to the Downtown Development. Work is expected to last through December 19. Travelers are advised to use an alternate route during this time.
December 5, 2025 at 7:01 PM
TRAFFIC ALERT: Beginning Monday, Dec. 8, Belle Ave. will be closed just south of the Cleveland Clinic parking lot entrance for utility work related to the Downtown Development. Work is expected to last through December 19. Travelers are advised to use an alternate route during this time.
Residential rock salt distribution is back for Winter 2025-2026.
Boxes are located at Kauffman, Madison, Cove, and Lakewood Park as well as the Lakewood Dog Park. Residents may take home up to 5 gallons of salt for personal use.
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Boxes are located at Kauffman, Madison, Cove, and Lakewood Park as well as the Lakewood Dog Park. Residents may take home up to 5 gallons of salt for personal use.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Residential rock salt distribution is back for Winter 2025-2026.
Boxes are located at Kauffman, Madison, Cove, and Lakewood Park as well as the Lakewood Dog Park. Residents may take home up to 5 gallons of salt for personal use.
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Boxes are located at Kauffman, Madison, Cove, and Lakewood Park as well as the Lakewood Dog Park. Residents may take home up to 5 gallons of salt for personal use.
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Last night, the community came together at Cove for the first monthly meal. Thank you to the members of H2O, the city's Finance Department, Human Services staff, and all volunteers for your hard work, and everyone that came to enjoy a warm meal!
The next community meal is scheduled for January 7.
The next community meal is scheduled for January 7.
December 4, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Last night, the community came together at Cove for the first monthly meal. Thank you to the members of H2O, the city's Finance Department, Human Services staff, and all volunteers for your hard work, and everyone that came to enjoy a warm meal!
The next community meal is scheduled for January 7.
The next community meal is scheduled for January 7.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Detroit Ave. will be closed between Arthur Ave. and Marlowe Ave. on Sat., Dec. 6 from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM for Light Up Lakewood. Please use an alternate route during these times.
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December 4, 2025 at 5:05 PM
TRAFFIC ALERT: Detroit Ave. will be closed between Arthur Ave. and Marlowe Ave. on Sat., Dec. 6 from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM for Light Up Lakewood. Please use an alternate route during these times.
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A reminder to all residents, landlords, and business owners: to keep pedestrians safe, all sidewalks must be cleared following snowfall events per LCO §521.06: buff.ly/xNnR09J
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December 4, 2025 at 2:16 PM
A reminder to all residents, landlords, and business owners: to keep pedestrians safe, all sidewalks must be cleared following snowfall events per LCO §521.06: buff.ly/xNnR09J
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We are proud to announce that Lakewood received a score of 100 out of 100 on Human Rights Campaign's Municipal Equality Index (MEI). The MEI examines how inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services are in cities and towns across the country.
View Lakewood's scorecard here: buff.ly/AMqfSBp
View Lakewood's scorecard here: buff.ly/AMqfSBp
December 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We are proud to announce that Lakewood received a score of 100 out of 100 on Human Rights Campaign's Municipal Equality Index (MEI). The MEI examines how inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services are in cities and towns across the country.
View Lakewood's scorecard here: buff.ly/AMqfSBp
View Lakewood's scorecard here: buff.ly/AMqfSBp
The first City of Lakewood community meal will be held at Cove Community Center tonight. Doors open at 5 PM, and the meal will be served at 5:30 PM. Everyone is welcome!
December 3, 2025 at 3:45 PM
The first City of Lakewood community meal will be held at Cove Community Center tonight. Doors open at 5 PM, and the meal will be served at 5:30 PM. Everyone is welcome!
The Cove Giving Tree has returned! Stop by Cove Community Center and pick up a tag, then pick out a gift for a neighbor this season. Please drop off new, unwrapped gifts to Cove by December 16, 2025.
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 7:14 PM
The Cove Giving Tree has returned! Stop by Cove Community Center and pick up a tag, then pick out a gift for a neighbor this season. Please drop off new, unwrapped gifts to Cove by December 16, 2025.
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday
It's Giving Tuesday! If you are looking for somewhere to make a difference this season, there are lots of qualified organizations and charities to donate to in Lakewood. We are still running our food and goods drive, and you can find other donation opportunities here: buff.ly/07oJGJx.
December 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM
It's Giving Tuesday! If you are looking for somewhere to make a difference this season, there are lots of qualified organizations and charities to donate to in Lakewood. We are still running our food and goods drive, and you can find other donation opportunities here: buff.ly/07oJGJx.
It's time once again to Light Up Lakewood!
Come down to Detroit Ave. between Arthur and Marlowe on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 4 to 8 PM for the area's best winter celebration. Come enjoy the parade (5 PM), music, activities, food and drinks, and much more.
lakewoodalive.org/r/light-up-l...
Come down to Detroit Ave. between Arthur and Marlowe on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 4 to 8 PM for the area's best winter celebration. Come enjoy the parade (5 PM), music, activities, food and drinks, and much more.
lakewoodalive.org/r/light-up-l...
December 1, 2025 at 5:45 PM
It's time once again to Light Up Lakewood!
Come down to Detroit Ave. between Arthur and Marlowe on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 4 to 8 PM for the area's best winter celebration. Come enjoy the parade (5 PM), music, activities, food and drinks, and much more.
lakewoodalive.org/r/light-up-l...
Come down to Detroit Ave. between Arthur and Marlowe on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 4 to 8 PM for the area's best winter celebration. Come enjoy the parade (5 PM), music, activities, food and drinks, and much more.
lakewoodalive.org/r/light-up-l...
City Council meets Monday, Dec. 1 at 7:30 PM in the City Hall Auditorium. Meetings are open to the public and streamed online.
For the meeting agenda and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
For the meeting agenda and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
November 30, 2025 at 4:32 PM
City Council meets Monday, Dec. 1 at 7:30 PM in the City Hall Auditorium. Meetings are open to the public and streamed online.
For the meeting agenda and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
For the meeting agenda and more information, visit lakewoodoh.gov/calendar.
Today, we celebrate Small Business Saturday! From Birdtown to the West End, the Gold Coast to Uptown Madison to Downtown Lakewood, and everywhere in between, please remember to support all the small businesses that make Lakewood a great place to live, work, and shop.
November 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Today, we celebrate Small Business Saturday! From Birdtown to the West End, the Gold Coast to Uptown Madison to Downtown Lakewood, and everywhere in between, please remember to support all the small businesses that make Lakewood a great place to live, work, and shop.
Happy Thanksgiving, Lakewood! We are thankful to have each of you as members of our community.
City offices are closed today and tomorrow in observance of the holiday.
City offices are closed today and tomorrow in observance of the holiday.
November 27, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Happy Thanksgiving, Lakewood! We are thankful to have each of you as members of our community.
City offices are closed today and tomorrow in observance of the holiday.
City offices are closed today and tomorrow in observance of the holiday.
Just a friendly reminder: dogs on public grounds (sidewalks, streets, parks, etc.) in Lakewood must be on a non-retractable leash no longer than 6 feet. This rule helps to keep neighbors, kids, and other pets safe.
Read more here: buff.ly/eirUrP7
Read more here: buff.ly/eirUrP7
November 25, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Just a friendly reminder: dogs on public grounds (sidewalks, streets, parks, etc.) in Lakewood must be on a non-retractable leash no longer than 6 feet. This rule helps to keep neighbors, kids, and other pets safe.
Read more here: buff.ly/eirUrP7
Read more here: buff.ly/eirUrP7
If you need some fresh air over the Thanksgiving weekend, take a walk around town to see some of Lakewood's public art installations! Our Public Art Map has been updated to include all the traffic signal boxes, bus station art, murals, and more.
Check out the interactive map here: buff.ly/ebCkTYn
Check out the interactive map here: buff.ly/ebCkTYn
November 24, 2025 at 5:06 PM
If you need some fresh air over the Thanksgiving weekend, take a walk around town to see some of Lakewood's public art installations! Our Public Art Map has been updated to include all the traffic signal boxes, bus station art, murals, and more.
Check out the interactive map here: buff.ly/ebCkTYn
Check out the interactive map here: buff.ly/ebCkTYn
The application window for the 2026 Citizens Police Academy is now closed. Accepted applicants will be contacted by a member of the LPD in the near future with more details. Thank you to everyone that applied!
November 24, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The application window for the 2026 Citizens Police Academy is now closed. Accepted applicants will be contacted by a member of the LPD in the near future with more details. Thank you to everyone that applied!