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Cicero hosts day of prayer to fight street gangs

Posted on July 13, 2018July 13, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cicero hosts day of prayer to fight street gangs
Cicero hosts day of prayer to fight street gangs

Cicero hosts Day of Prayer to fight street gangs This is the 7th year of what has become an annual summer tradition for this “Day of Prayer in Cicero” which has helped bring the community together and succeed in overcoming the violence of street gangs. Local church leaders and community members joined with the Town…

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Orland Park High school junior publishes SciFi novel

Posted on July 7, 2018November 13, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Park High school junior publishes SciFi novel
Orland Park High school junior publishes SciFi novel

Orland Park High school junior publishes SciFi novel Orland Park High school junior Aaron Hanania published his first SciFi novel this month, a tale involving a science experiment that has gone wrong. Hanania, 17, said he was inspired to write the book because of his love for writing. A straight A honor student for almost…

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Video Interview: Aaron Hanania talks about his new book

Posted on June 18, 2018November 13, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Video Interview: Aaron Hanania talks about his new book
Video Interview: Aaron Hanania talks about his new book

Video Interview: Aaron Hanania talks about his new book Videographer Steve Neuhaus interviews first-time author Aaron Hanania, 17, discusses his new book “The King’s Pawn”, why he wrote it, what it is about, and some of the key aspects of the characters in the book. Soon to be a high school senior. He urges other…

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Rock ’n’ roll restaurant backed by KISS stars coming to Oak Lawn

Posted on June 13, 2018January 9, 2019 By Bob Bong No Comments on Rock ’n’ roll restaurant backed by KISS stars coming to Oak Lawn
Rock ’n’ roll restaurant backed by KISS stars coming to Oak Lawn

Rock ’n’ roll restaurant backed by KISS stars coming to Oak Lawn Two new restaurants, including one affiliated with KISS stars Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, will highlight the beginning of phase two of the Stony Creek Promenade development in Oak Lawn. Rock & Brews is a California-based restaurant chain born out of a post-concert…

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Cicero Citizenship program helps 270 immigrants become citizens

Posted on June 13, 2018June 13, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cicero Citizenship program helps 270 immigrants become citizens
Cicero Citizenship program helps 270 immigrants become citizens

Cicero Citizenship program helps 270 immigrants become citizens Arcadio Delgado, The Town of Cicero Director of Citizenship, introduced some of the more than 270 immigrants who became citizens of the United States this year as a result of the Citizenship Committee’s work, guidance and education programs during the regular meeting of the Town of Cicero…

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Cheap Trick, Poison shine

Posted on June 10, 2018June 13, 2018 By Steve Metsch 1 Comment on Cheap Trick, Poison shine

Cheap Trick, Poison shine “Nothin’ But A Good Time” tour is just that  By Steve Metsch After an entertaining nine-song set by Pop Evil, a fan wearing a “Hall & Oates 2018” T-shirt asked me – maybe it was my Cheap Trick T-shirt? – why the band from Rockford would open for Poison. The pairing,…

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Rauner needs to block water rate increase bill

Posted on May 29, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rauner needs to block water rate increase bill
Rauner needs to block water rate increase bill

Rauner needs to block water rate increase bill The Illinois House and the Illinois Senate approved a new law, HB 4508, that would allow two major water companies to massively increase water rates on its customers to help them buy up smaller water companies so they can grow and profit. The sponsors used the confusing…

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Andrew HS Tweets salute to 3 former student veterans

Posted on May 29, 2018May 29, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Andrew HS Tweets salute to 3 former student veterans
Andrew HS Tweets salute to 3 former student veterans

Andrew HS Tweets salute to 3 former student veterans Victor J. Andrew High school in Tinley Park Tweeted out the following honor to recognize the military service and sacrifice of its former students. Click here to view. The salute to three former Andrew High school graduates is timed to salute the service and sacrifice of…

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Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel

Posted on May 5, 2018September 8, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel
Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel

Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel A 16 year old teenager from Chicago’s Southwest suburbs has published his first novel, “TheKing’s Pawn.” And Aaron Hanania explains he wrote the book only using his iPhone 6. Here’s the plot: A scientist creates a revolutionary experiment, The King’s Pawn, in which the participants are…

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Bridgeview Stadium is an investment in our future

Posted on April 27, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Bridgeview Stadium is an investment in our future
Bridgeview Stadium is an investment in our future

Bridgeview Stadium is an investment in our future Toyota Park changes its name to SeatGeek Stadium, remaining one of the Southwest Side and suburbs most valuable economic assets next to Midway Airport in driving up home, jobs and economic wellbeing in the Southwest Region By Ray Hanania For many years, the Southwest Side and suburbs…

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Judge Betar win’s nomination to serve on 13th Judicial District

Posted on March 26, 2018March 26, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Judge Betar win’s nomination to serve on 13th Judicial District
Judge Betar win’s nomination to serve on 13th Judicial District

Judge Betar win’s nomination to serve on 13th Judicial District Associate Judge Sam Betar III won the backing of voters on March 20, 2018 to represent the Democratic Party as their candidate for the 13th Judicial District in Cook County in the November 6, 2018 General Election. Judge Betar, one of the first Arab Americans…

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Why conspiracy theories are necessary

Posted on March 14, 2018March 14, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Why conspiracy theories are necessary
Why conspiracy theories are necessary

Why conspiracy theories are necessary Youtube has launched a campaign to delete and ban videos that promote “conspiracy theories” that trend against mainstream acceptance and news media coverage. But is that a wise thing to allow? Conspiracy theories keep the American public aware of instances when conspiracy theories are actually a reality By Ray Hanania…

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Rally for Gutierrez for opposing Israeli detentions of children, Chicago, IL

Posted on March 7, 2018March 7, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rally for Gutierrez for opposing Israeli detentions of children, Chicago, IL
Rally for Gutierrez for opposing Israeli detentions of children, Chicago, IL

Rally for Gutierrez for opposing Israeli detentions of children, Chicago, IL Congressman Luis Gutierrez will be honored by leaders and activists on Monday March 12, 2018 for his leadership in calling on Israel to end its policies of imprisoning and detaining children. Gutierrez, who has represented the Illinois 4th Congressional District since January 1993, has…

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I should have dropped Acid before watching Annihilation

Posted on February 24, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on I should have dropped Acid before watching Annihilation
I should have dropped Acid before watching Annihilation

Should have dropped Acid before watching Annihilation Movie review: The movie theater was packed with people for the premiere of Annihilation, the Science Fiction story about an alien life form that slams into Earth and expands into what scientists call a “shimmer”. The movie not only had some great stars like Natalie Portman and Jennifer…

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Love Never Dies continues Phantom of the Opera tale

Posted on February 24, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Love Never Dies continues Phantom of the Opera tale
Love Never Dies continues Phantom of the Opera tale

Love Never Dies continues Phantom of the Opera tale The sequel to the phenomenal play The Phantom of the Opera, called appropriately, Love Never Dies, continues the thrilling tale of love on stage at the start of the 20th Century. Playing at the Cadillac Palace Theater in Chicago’s Loop, it’s well worth the time and…

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Remembering Billy Graham and Christian Arabs

Posted on February 21, 2018December 25, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Remembering Billy Graham and Christian Arabs
Remembering Billy Graham and Christian Arabs

Remembering Billy Graham and Christian Arabs The Rev. William “Billy” Franklin Graham Jr. died this week at the age of 99. During his life, Graham once held the Palestinian Christians of Bethlehem in the highest esteem. And when my mother passed through one of his evangelical conventions one day, Graham held her hand high up…

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Lipinski-Newman Congressional fight has nation’s attention

Posted on February 15, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lipinski-Newman Congressional fight has nation’s attention
Lipinski-Newman Congressional fight has nation’s attention

Lipinski-Newman Congressional fight has nation’s attention Six term Congressman Dan Lipinski is no stranger to controversy. Appointed to succeed his father Bill, Dan Lipinski has faced criticism from Day One. He’s no media darling and his conservative Democratic beliefs often pit him against more liberal and “progressive” colleagues. This year’s election challenge from Marie Newman…

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Town of Cicero honored for Financial Excellence, 7th year

Posted on February 13, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Town of Cicero honored for Financial Excellence, 7th year
Town of Cicero honored for Financial Excellence, 7th year

Town of Cicero honored for Financial Excellence, 7th Year On January 19th, 2018 the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) announced that a panel of independent reviewers has completed its examination of  the Town’s Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR)  and has awarded the Town with the GFOA Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting…

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