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Earthquake Jolts Mentor + Great Lakes Mall Rebounding?

Did you feel the earthquake on Thursday? Plus, is the Great Lakes Mall bouncing back?

Catch up on this morning's must-read Mentor news!
Catch up on this morning's must-read Mentor news! (Shutterstock)

Morning, neighbors! It's Friday, folks. Let's see what's shaking in Mentor.


First, today's weather:

Very cold with a little snow. High: 24 Low: 11.

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Here are the top stories in Mentor today:

  1. Is Great Lakes Mall in Mentor on the rebound after filing for bankruptcy? (Cleveland 19 News)
  2. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this week's list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. (Mentor Patch)
  3. For the third time this month, Mentor and surrounding communities got a startling shake to start the day. (Mentor Patch)

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Today in Mentor:

  • Family Favorites Story Time - Mentor Public Library (11:00 AM)
  • Outreach Short Stories at Brookdale of Mentor (2:00 PM)
  • MPL use - Mentor Public Library (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Mentor Marsh: "Wowza! The fastest birds in the world popped in the Marsh this week! A pair of Peregrine Falcons, Falco peregrinus, compact, fast flying raptors, did not historically nest in Ohio, but were introduced by the Ohio Division of Wildlife aft..." (Facebook)
  • City of Mentor, Ohio - Municipal Government: "Remember....No ice is safe ice." (Facebook)
  • Mentor Public Library: "The valentines you give should be as special as the people receiving them! Customize your valentines using the green screen in The HUB’s makerspace. You don’t even need to know how to use a green screen. Walk in and have an impromptu val..." (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with another update!

— Chris Mosby

About me: Patch's Ohio Editor, casting my watchful gaze on Northeast Ohio. Feel free to drop me a line at chris.mosby@patch.com.

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