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Nestled along the picturesque banks of the Grand River, Painesville is a city located approximately 30 miles northeast of Cleveland and around 2.5 miles from Lake Erie’s shores. It is the county seat of Lake County and is currently home to about 20,000 residents.
Named after General Edward Paine, Painesville is a dynamic community with plenty to offer including a vibrant historical downtown district, beautiful city parks, myriad recreational opportunities, and highly rated schools and institutions, including the Morley Library and Lake Erie College.