Lori E. Switaj, Patch Staff
- Avon-Avon Lake, OH
A native New Yorker, Lori grew up in the Manhattan exurb of Pearl River. She now lives in Avon Lake, a town much like Pearl River.
After graduating from Boston College in 1985 with a BA degree in English and Communications, she moved to Cleveland and spent nearly a decade on and off as an investigator where her inquisitive nature was put to good use.
The following years were spent raising two kids and playing and coaching ice hockey. She joined the staff at a weekly newspaper and for the next 10 years, functioned as a reporter, columnist and editor, earning state-level awards in each area.
Offline, you'll probably find Lori at one of Cleveland's rinks, lacing up her Bauers for game of ice hockey when she's not running through the MetroParks.
Community service is a priority and she currently serves as the immediate past president of the Avon Lake Kiwanis and also sat on the inaugural board of directors at the French Creek YMCA in Avon.
Posting Activity
Westlake, OH|News|
Award-winning 'The Psychic' is Next for Playhouse, Auditions in June
Clague Playhouse has selected its next play.
Avon-Avon Lake|News|
More than 1,000 Participate in 13th Annual Avon Eagle Run
Annual event benefits local organizations
Avon-Avon Lake|News|
Avon Girl, 13, Still In National Spelling Bee
Follow progress on Newsnet5 or ESPN3.
Westlake, OH|News|
Today on Westlake Patch: New Boards and a New Look
Patch's new look will let you can share neighborhood news much easier than before.
Avon-Avon Lake|News|
Today on Avon-Avon Lake Patch: New Boards and a New Look
Patch's new look will let you can share neighborhood news much easier than before.
Avon-Avon Lake|News|
Avon, Avon Lake Capture all 'Top-10 Most Expensive' Home Spots This Week
Avon and Avon Lake continue to lead county in top home sales.
Westlake, OH|News|
Crocker Park's 'The Mange' Will Help Feed Those in Cleveland's Hunger Network
Food grown this summer will be donated to The Hunger Network.
Avon-Avon Lake|News|
Six Generations of Tomaneks: Taylor, 7, Pays Her Respects
Great-great-great granddaughter of the first Tomanek buried at Lake Shore Cemetery pays Memorial Day respects.
Westlake, OH|News|
Pat O'Brien on Showroom Designs: 'I Have to Get Turned Down'
Dealership owner says requests for new showroom have to be requested, even though he doesn't like them.
Avon-Avon Lake|News|
Avon Lake Woman Cited in Accident that Injured 2, Including an Avon Officer
Accident closed SR 83 for about an hour.
Avon-Avon Lake|News|
Robert (Bob) Haverback, Longtime Avon Lake Resident: Obituary
Spent 3 years in advertising. Husband of Erma, father of Robert and David.
Avon-Avon Lake|News|
Parades, Plants and Races: Memorial Day Weekend Events
Are we missing an event? Email Lori.Switaj@Patch.com .
