Coffee with a Cop/Firefighter Set For January 31st
Join our officers and neighborhood paramedic on Saturday, January 31st from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for coffee and get to know our first responders at The Quilting Bee, 1456 Warren Road. There will also be a special activity for kids.
MLK Jr. Day Holiday Refuse & Recycling Schedule
Due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday, there will be no refuse or recycling collected on Monday, January 20, 2024. Normal collection days may change for the week of January 19th. Please refer to the chart below: If Your Normal Collection Day Is: Have your Refuse and Recycling Ready By: Monday 6:00 AM on […]
Lakewood City Council Accepting Applications for Ward 4 Vacancy
Following Councilwoman Cindy Marx’s announcement that she will resign from the Ward 4 Office of Council on December 31, 2025, Lakewood City Council is accepting applications for the Ward 4 position. Per the City Charter, an applicant must be a city resident for at least one year, a registered Lakewood voter, and live in Ward […]
City of Lakewood to Implement SNAP Relief Program
LAKEWOOD, OH – On November 10th, the City of Lakewood announced a plan to help mitigate the impact of the federal shutdown on Lakewood residents who receive SNAP benefits. The plan includes repurposing existing human services funds to provide direct relief in the form of gift cards for groceries which will help maintain nutrition as […]
Food Resources For SNAP Benefit Stoppage
In light of the stoppage of the distribution of SNAP benefits due to the ongoing government shutdown, we have compiled a list of resources for people in need of food and other necessities. Community Meals Many Lakewood churches and organizations serve meals to those in need either on-location or to take out. Click to view […]
2025 Leaf Collection Begins Monday, November 3rd
The City of Lakewood will begin collecting loose leaves on Monday, November 3, 2025, and will continue through Friday, December 19, 2025, weather permitting. Prior to November 3rd, limited bulk leaf collections may occur weather permitting. Leaves can also be placed in paper yard/leaf bags (no plastic bags) and set out on your regular refuse […]
Pumpkin Composting Returns Oct. 30 to Kauffman Park
Pumpkin composting is returning to Lakewood in 2025! This program helps keep pumpkins out of the landfill, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and repurposing valuable nutrients. The bin will be placed in the Kauffman Park parking lot on October 30, and residents may drop off their non-decorated pumpkins and gourds through November 10. Note that these […]
Lakewood to Honor Veterans on November 11th at Lakewood Park
The City of Lakewood’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony will take place Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial in Lakewood Park, 14532 Lake Avenue. Lakewood’s annual Veterans Day observance is a tribute to the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces. The ceremony will begin with […]
Check out the Fall 2025 Issue of Lakewood Life
The Fall 2025 issue of Lakewood Life hit mailboxes during the second week of October. This issue features updates on the multitude of new development projects that are planned, underway, and recently completed over the last few years. We also take a look at the most recent park enhancements. Read the Fall 2025 Lakewood Life […]
Apply Today To Participate In The 2026 Lakewood Police Citizens’ Academy
Registration for the 2026 Lakewood Police Citizens’ Academy has ended. The class is now at full capacity. Stay tuned for information on the next Citizens’ Academy. The Lakewood Division of Police is offering a unique opportunity to get an inside look into the workings of and role of Lakewood’s Police Department. The Lakewood Police Citizens’ Academy […]