This Week West Side

Local food banks aren't the only charities seeking donations this holiday season. Full Story »

6250 Thorncrest Dr, 43119, Frank J. and Phyllis M. Felice, $261,000. Full Story »

There are two kinds of people: Those who put graffiti on public and private property because they think it's art, and pretty much everyone else. Full Story »

Theresa and Scott Schreck walk along the Terrace Trail in the Indian Ridge portion of the Battelle Darby Metro Park on Tuesday, Dec. 1. The Schrecks, who live in Galloway, said they walk in the park almost every day. Full Story »

Katie DiPietro used to teach a mixed class of overachievers, average learners and foreign students at Park Street Intermediate School. Full Story »

Prairie Township Trustees say they are making headway when it comes to fighting Ohio American Water (OAW) and its proposed rate increase. Full Story »

With all but two players back from a year ago, the Ready High School boys basketball team should field one of the more experienced teams in Division III, as well as the CCL. Full Story »

Close -- but no recount. Full Story »

Christmas Tree Sale, sponsored by the Westland Band Boosters, in the Kroger parking lot at Galloway Road and West Broad Street, is under way and will continue until trees are gone. Hours: 5-8 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday; noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.westlandbandboosters.com. Full Story »

Twelve years ago, when the person in charge of the soup kitchen at Holy Family retired, Frances Carr stepped up and asked to be considered for the job. Full Story »

Senior Sean Clutter is pleased that he will be able to close his scholastic wrestling career as a member of the Westland High School program. Full Story »

The Franklin County dog license renewal period is now open and continues through Feb. 1. Full Story »

They look cuddly for now. Full Story »

The Columbus Metropolitan Library is among the best in the nation, according to a ranking released by the Library Journal. Full Story »

South-Western schools are better equipped and employees are better trained to handle emergency situations thanks to a federal grant the district received in the summer. Full Story »