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
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Yoga at Old Firehouse Community Center
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February Planning Commission meeting
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City Council Collective Meeting (CCM)
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Planning Commission Meeting 7:30 p.m.
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March Planning Commission Meeting
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CRS Needs Volunteers For Eagle Run
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Barnes, Goodwin to Wed
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Relax! Meditate! Learn How at the Avon Library
And save the date for a visit by author Clyde Cocke in October.
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Skills, Sportsmanship for Little Ones at Preschool Sports
Six months after suffering a stroke, Preschool Sports leader is back and ready for next session.
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Night Time Air Canons 'Disturbing the Peace' are Perfectly Legal
Avon farm uses canons to keep the critters away; Avon Lake homeowners say the noise keeps them up at night.
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Watch a Garden Grow and More on Cable
Water quality, library events on this week's Avon Lake Cable
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Russell Joseph Kearney, 89, Avon Resident
Visitation is Wednesday; Mass is Thursday
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Family, Activities the Focus of Avon Lake's Pack 334
Scouts integrate fun with a focus on citizenship.
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Opposes Congressman Who Made 'Legitimate Rape' Comment
Reader asks, "Guess what religion he is?"
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Declawed, Thin Cat: Is This Your Missing Pet?
This declawed cat could be someone's pet.
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Large Turtle Hit By Car, Shot By Police
Injured turtle was on treelawn by Case and Detroit roads.
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How to Get Your Sports Team Featured on Patch
Here are several ways you can make sure your sports teams are highlighted on Avon-Avon Lake Patch.