Brandon Baker, Patch Staff
- Mentor, OH
I am a Local Editor at Patch, providing coverage to sites in Mentor and Mayfield-Hillcrest.
I came to Patch with six years of community journalism under my belt. My reporting background includes coverage on small and large businesses, municipalities, transit systems, health care and crime in Lake, Geauga and eastern Cuyahoga counties for The News-Herald.
When I'm not working, I enjoy traveling, visiting with family, exercising, reading, listening to music and following sports with an intense set of eyes. I am also a middle school football coach in Cleveland Heights. Additionally, I'm a volunteer companion for terminally ill seniors.
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Mayfield-Hillcrest, OH|News|
Upstairs Loft & Access to Swimming, Golf: Highland Heights Condo for Sale
This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, 2,484-square-foot condo was built in 2002
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Mentor|News|
Theater Room, 11-Foot Ceilings & Stainless Steel Appliances: Mentor Home for Sale
This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 2,699-square-foot-home was built in 2005.
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Mentor|News|
Fake Tree Trimmers Strike Again, Woman Uses Force With 81-Year-Old Homeowner
The man and woman posing as tree trimmers to steal from Mentor homes visited an 81-year-old man on Forest Lane for the second time in less than two weeks.
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Mentor|News|
Craft Fair to Benefit Performing Arts at Lake Catholic
The event is scheduled for Nov. 2.
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Mentor|News|
Food Inspections: Who Had Fewest Violations in September
DiBella's, Mentor High School and Java Express Cafe are among the food service providers who had zero violations or just one at September inspections.
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Mayfield-Hillcrest, OH|News|
Mayfield Schools Earns Clean Audit & Award With Distinction
Mayfield's audit revealed no major deficiencies or findings.
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Mentor|News|
Mentor School Board Appoints Three to Citizens Financial Advisory Committee
The committee is comprised of school district residents with strong financial backgrounds.
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Mentor|News|
Mentor Police Investigate Duo Posing as Tree Trimmers & Burglarizing Homes
The suspects are described as a white man and woman who drive a '90s red F-150 and/or a light-colored SUV.
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Mentor|News|
Five Road Closures in Mentor Scheduled During Lake Health Marathon
The Lake Health Northern Ohio Marathon begins at 7:30 a.m. Sunday
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Mentor|News|
Mentor Soccer Beats Strongsville, Claims Division Championship
The team is 11-0-4 on the season after the 3-2 victory.
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Mayfield-Hillcrest, OH|News|
Mayfield Schools Fall Family Festival Set for Saturday
The event begins at noon at the Environmental Education Center in Gates Mills.
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Mayfield-Hillcrest, OH|News|
Three-Car Crash & Theft at Homecoming: Gates Mills Police Blotter
The following information was provided by the Gates Mills Police Department.
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Mentor|News|
Month of Activities Brings Disability Awareness to St. Mary Students
The "I CAN the Way I AM" program presents various activities aimed at teaching students about disabilities.
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Mayfield-Hillcrest, OH|News|
New Hillcrest Hospital President Talks Goals, Transparency, Safety & More
Dr. Brian Harte became president on Sept. 1.
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Mentor|News|
Man Arrested For OVI, Crashing Into Library Sign Fails to Appear in Court
Ryan Fitzpatrick is wanted by Mentor Police.
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Mentor|News|
Mentor Inducts Athletes Into 2013 Hall of Fame Class
Mentor High School inducted its 2013 class of hall of fame athletes.
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Shaker Heights, OH|News|
Shaker Heights Officer Involved in Shooting
The officer was placed on paid administrative leave.
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Mayfield-Hillcrest, OH|News|
Hawken Seniors Win $2,500 Internship from Avitae
The students analyzed the purchase, branding and marketing of caffeinated drinks and presented to Avitae representatives.
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Mayfield-Hillcrest, OH|News|
Lander Elementary Teacher Wins Office Max Award of $1,000 in Supplies
Nicki Rucci-Macauda is one of 1,000 teachers across the country to win the "A Day Made Better" award
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