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What is Lake Effect Snow?

Thursday December 10, 2009

It's that time of year when we hear the phrase "Lake Effect" bantered by the local weather pundits. But what does it really mean? Just what is "Lake Effect"? In short, it's when cold air passes over warm water, bringing the moisture when it when it makes landfall.

Although best known around the Great Lakes, the phenomenon also occurs on Utah's Great Salt Lake and even on lakes in Scandinavia. Read more about Lake Effect Snow.

For tips on staying safe in winter, see:

  • Safe Driving Tips for Winter
  • Wintertime Safety
  • Walking in the Winter

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  • Cleveland Christmas Memories - The Sterling-Linder-Davis Tree

    Tuesday December 8, 2009



    Readers over "a certain age" will remember the spectacular indoor Christmas tree, the largest in the nation, at the Sterling-Linder-Davis department store. The store, located at E. 12th Street and Euclid Avenue in downtown Cleveland, served the community from 1909 until it closed in 1968.

    (photo credit: CSU/Cleveland Press Collection)

    Getting Married in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio

    Thursday December 3, 2009

    Getting married in Cleveland need not be stressful. Below are just some of the About resources for planning your special day:



    (Photo © S. Miric/istockphoto)

    The Arcade at Christmas

    Wednesday December 2, 2009

    To me, one of the most beautiful places during the Christmas season is the Arcade in downtown Cleveland, just off of Public Square.

    If you'd never ventured into this magnificent structure, built in 1890, you're in for a surprise. The five-story glass-topped atrium runs between Superior and Euclid Avenues and sports marble floors, intricate metal work railings, and unique shopping.

    For the holiday season, the railings are wrapped with greenery and adorned with red velvet bows. From December 4 until December 23, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, the atrium will be filled with the sounds of live holiday music during lunchtime, from 1130am to 130pm.

    (photo courtesy of travelcleveland.com)

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