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📰 Swift Justice for Mentor Porch Pirate, Spotlight on Wellness
Issue #084
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☁️ Mentor Weather - Cloudy, windy; Possibly spotty showers in the afternoon - Temp 39-45
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🗓️ Events for the Week
🚨Community and Police Collaboration Leads to Swift Justice for Mentor Porch Pirate
📰 Ohio Launches $150 Million Lead Safe Initiative to Combat Lead Poisoning
📰 Lakeland Community College Breaks Ground on Future-Ready Engineering Building
🏪 Business Spotlight: Spotlight on Wellness: Celebrating a Decade of Distinctive Care with The Behavioral Wellness Group
🚶♀️ Special Section: Health & Wellness 🚶♀️Walk Your Way to Robust Health with Innovative Workout Plans
🤣 Something Funny
In the movie 'Back to the Future', what was the name of Marty's school principal? |
March 22nd
The Caliber Band @ Dukes N Boots in Willoughby @ 7pm - INFO
March 23rd
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March 27th
Attention Veterans! Special Presentation “PACT Act information” at the American Legion 214/VFW 1500 on 38295 Pelton Road Willoughby @ 5pm. Do you have medical issues that have occurred that might be service connected? You may be entitled to benefits you did not know you had.
March 31st
🚨Community and Police Collaboration Leads to Swift Justice for Mentor Porch Pirate
Mentor Police - cityofmentor.com
In a recent incident in Mentor, Ohio, a resident experienced the unfortunate event of having a package stolen from her porch. After receiving a delivery notification through her RING app, she was soon alerted to a "porch pirate" making off with her goods. Quick to act, the resident contacted the Mentor Police Department and provided video evidence from her app. The police were able to enhance their investigation with additional surveillance footage from the apartment complex, identifying the vehicle and the culprits involved.
The following day, thanks to the FLOCK camera system, the suspect vehicle was located in Willoughby. A detective, stationed in an unmarked car, observed the suspects at a local restaurant before making a move to apprehend them. The primary suspect, a 23-year-old male with no permanent address, was arrested after admitting to the theft. Interestingly, the stolen items were merely gel pens, notebooks, and a bible.
This case underscores the effectiveness of combining community vigilance with advanced technology in law enforcement. Mentor Police's use of the FLOCK camera system, along with residents' use of personal surveillance devices, demonstrates a proactive approach to community safety, contributing to over 100 arrests and various other positive outcomes since the system's implementation in 2021.
Read the Full Story at cityofmentor.com
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📰Ohio Launches $150 Million Lead Safe Initiative to Combat Lead Poisoning
Ohio Department of Development
The Lead Safe Ohio Program is a significant initiative that aims to tackle lead contamination in older buildings, enhancing the health and safety of Ohio residents. With a substantial budget of $150 million, the program focuses on repairing homes and facilities affected by lead, particularly those constructed before 1978. Eligible participants include homeowners, renters, and operators of certain facilities, who can receive up to $50,000 per residential unit and $100,000 per facility for various remediation efforts.
The initiative covers a range of remediation activities, such as replacing windows and doors, enclosing siding, soffits, and fascias, repairing porch components, and other supportive measures. In Lake County, interested parties are encouraged to reach out via phone or email for detailed information and eligibility criteria.
Get More Information Here at cityofmentor.com
📰 Lakeland Community College Breaks Ground on Future-Ready Engineering Building
Lakeland Community College is embarking on an ambitious renovation and expansion of its Engineering Building, a project that has garnered widespread support and enthusiasm from Lake County commissioners and the community. The initiative, fueled by a significant grant from the U.S.
Department of Commerce and local funds, aims to modernize the 38-year-old facility to meet the growing demands of advanced manufacturing and applied engineering industries. The project will not only upgrade 35,089 square feet of existing space but also add 14,484 square feet for labs and instructional areas, focusing on practical, employer-driven training. This renovation is expected to create or retain over 900 jobs and attract substantial private investment, marking a significant step in Lake County's commitment to enhancing workforce development and education in high-tech fields.
The revamped building will feature modernized facilities, including new programs in welding robotics and CNC robotics, positioning Lakeland Community College at the forefront of engineering and manufacturing education in the region.
Read More About this story at the News-Herald
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Spotlight on Wellness: Celebrating a Decade of Distinctive Care with
The Behavioral Wellness Group
Located in the heart of Mentor, Ohio, The Behavioral Wellness Group (BWG) stands as a beacon of hope and innovation in the field of mental health care. This year, as they approach their 10th anniversary in June, BWG reflects on a decade dedicated to transforming lives and fostering wellness in the community.
Founded by two close friends united by a vision to offer unparalleled mental health services, BWG has evolved into a thriving practice. From its inception, the goal was clear: to provide a spectrum of therapy options that go beyond the offerings of a typical counseling center. Today, BWG proudly offers a comprehensive suite of services, including virtual and in-person individual therapy, intensive outpatient group therapy, cutting-edge psychological testing, and expert medication management.
What sets BWG apart is its commitment to innovation and effectiveness. The practice employs a diverse range of therapeutic techniques, adeptly addressing the needs of children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Noteworthy among their offerings is the use of virtual reality in psychological testing, a testament to their embrace of technology in enhancing therapeutic outcomes.
Community engagement is a cornerstone of BWG's philosophy. The group extends learning opportunities to students from nearby colleges and universities, nurturing the next generation of mental health professionals. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, BWG meets the highest standards in the profession, a testament to their excellence and dedication.
BWG's commitment extends to the local Veterans Administration and first responders, offering specialized care to those who have served. Their collaboration with school systems is another pillar of their community involvement, aiding students in overcoming challenges and achieving their full potential.
The impact that BWG has made and continues to make on the Mentor community and beyond is palpable. As they celebrate this milestone anniversary, BWG looks forward to continuing its mission of providing innovative and effective mental health care.
For those seeking compassionate, comprehensive mental health services, The Behavioral Wellness Group is more than a practice—it's a partner in the journey toward wellness. Discover more about their unique approach to care at www.behavioralwellnessgroup.com and www.behavioralwellnessusa.com, or reach out directly to one of their Intake Specialists to start your journey toward better mental health today.
The Behavioral Wellness Group - stands as a testament to what dedicated, innovative care can achieve. Here's to another decade of making a difference, one individual at a time.
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🚶♀️Walk Your Way to Robust Health with Innovative Workout Plans
Photo by Arek Adeoye on Unsplash
Revolutionize Your Fitness Routine with Innovative Walking Workouts
Transform your fitness journey without the monotony of traditional gym equipment. Embrace walking workouts that not only elevate your cardiovascular health but also fortify the resilience of your lower body muscles, including hips, glutes, quads, hamstrings, calves, and core. By simply increasing your step count and injecting fun and challenge into your walks, you can experience a significant transformation.
These versatile walking routines are suitable for all fitness levels and can be executed without high-end treadmills, offering the flexibility to perform them in various settings, whether you're at home, in the gym, or amidst nature. Walking isn't just a physical endeavor; it's a mental boon too. According to Science Advances, immersing yourself in nature while walking can surge endorphins and diminish anxiety.
Donning your walking shoes for an outdoor adventure isn't just invigorating; it's a potent calorie burner that boosts metabolism and enhances muscle oxygenation. Here are three exceptional bodyweight walking workouts that promise variety and effectiveness:
Speed Play Intervals: Discover the impact of 30-minute power walking sessions, utilizing varied intensities to bolster cardiovascular health and muscular endurance. Engage in a series of power walk intervals, alternating with rest periods to maximize your workout.
Quads and Hamstrings EMOM: Target your posterior chain with an incline walking session that emphasizes your backside muscles. Incorporating walking lunges and farmer’s walks, this routine is a dynamic way to engage your lower body.
Pyramid Inclines: A concise 15-minute treadmill routine, escalating the incline while adjusting speed, offers a quick yet effective workout focusing on endurance and strength.
Read More at Tomsguide.com
🤣 Something Funny 🤣
Today, March 20th, is the first full day of spring. Astronomers can calculate the moment of the vernal equinox right down to the nearest second. This year it occurred on March 19th at 11:06:20 p.m. EDT
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