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Hikers, bikers and nature lovers alike are invited to enjoy the recently completed first phase of Lake Metroparks’ new Lakefront Trail
The vast horizon of endless Lake Erie views is one of the many things that make this Great Lake so great. Basking in this awe-inspiring natural wonder has recently become easier and more accessible, thanks to the opening of the first phase of the new Lakefront Trail that skirts its shoreline. The public trail is an important step in a long-term...
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Hand-crafted gifts and more
Fall in love with the dizzying variety of arts and crafts vendors represented at Impressive Creations 4 U Gifts and Crafts. “From wall art to candles, welcome signs, wreaths, ceramics, clothing, jewelry, painted wine glasses, bath bombs and soaps, almost everything on our floor is handmade and one-of-a-kind,” says Connie Simpson, who is a...
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Lake water safety
Beach recreation season has arrived. The Lake County General Health District is monitoring beach water quality at Mentor Headlands and Fairport Harbor Beach every morning as part of the Bathing Beach Program, keeping beachgoers safe in summer waters. “A staff member collects daily samples of beach water, and we use the predictive models of...
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How long do vein treatments take?
Summer is a time for outdoor activities: walking, biking, hiking, gardening and vacations—from a week at Myrtle Beach to a day at Cedar Point. The last thing we want to think about while enjoying these activities is how our legs look and feel. Yet, for many of us, summer fun in the heat can lead to leg swelling, achiness, fatigue and...
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Fitness for people with diseases
We had an amazing experience last month hosting a booth at the Cleveland Marathon Health and Fitness Expo, making great connections and educating people about their fitness. I’m happy to report I finished the half-marathon. It was a journey of accomplishment that was a little out of my comfort zone since I wasn’t really a distance runner...
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