A hyperlocal newspaper and website written by local citizens of the community, providing local perspectives and information about events and topics. The Westlake | Bay Village Observer is a grass roots project developed by local residents that strengthens our community by encouraging an active, engaged and informed citizenry. The Observer produced by a dedicated group of residents and community advisors. We are committed to promoting and supporting the local groups and organizations in our towns, and seek to create citizen involvement and dialogue.