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Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game

Posted on June 21, 2022June 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game
Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game

Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game Chicago scores four goals in first 11 minutes to dominate play and knot the Finals The Chicago Wolves reeled off four goals in the opening 11 minutes to trigger a 6-2 triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in Game 2 of the Calder…

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Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves

Posted on June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves
Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves

Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves Thunderbirds rally from 2-goal deficit; Chicago hosts Game 2 at 7 p.m. Monday Rookie defenseman Matthew Kessel scored his first goal as a professional 5:09 into overtime to give the Springfield Thunderbirds a 5-4 victory over the Chicago Wolves in Game 1 of…

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Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out

Posted on June 17, 2022June 17, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out
Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out

Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out The Mexico City Derby is part of Pretemporada MX, a two-day event at SeatGeek Stadium presents Liga MX’s Biggest Cross-City Rivalries between Club América and Pumas PRIMETIME Sports announced today that the Pretemporada MX 2022 Clásico match between Club América and Pumas to…

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Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th

Posted on June 17, 2022June 17, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th
Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th

Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th Tickets on Sale June 23rd Emmy Award-winning host of the “The Daily Show” Trevor Noah will bring his stand-up comedy to the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage on Friday, August 19. The South African born comedian has written, produced and starred in 11…

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Orland Park Police Department Begins Fourth of July Safety Campaign to Encourage Safe and Sober Driving

Posted on June 16, 2022June 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Orland Park Police Department Begins Fourth of July Safety Campaign to Encourage Safe and Sober Driving
Orland Park Police Department Begins Fourth of July Safety Campaign to Encourage Safe and Sober Driving

Orland Park Police Department Begins Fourth of July Safety Campaign to Encourage Safe and Sober Driving The Orland Park Police Department announced plans for stepped-up July Fourth traffic enforcement with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers. The safety campaign will run from June 16 through the early-morning hours of July 5 to encompass three…

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Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club

Posted on June 14, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club
Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club

Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club Are you looking to try new restaurants and meet new friends? This club might be perfect for you. Join Supervisor Paul O’Grady and other Orland Township senior residents for food, drinks, and fun! The Supervisor’s Supper Club will meet quarterly for dinner at different local…

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Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run

Posted on June 13, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run
Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run

Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run Stockton grabs second OT win in as many days; Chicago hosts Game 6 Tuesday night Defenseman Connor Mackey’s goal 14:27 into overtime lifted the Stockton Heat to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Wolves Saturday night at Stockton Arena in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. Forwards Spencer…

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Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship

Posted on June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship
Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship

Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship Alex Lyon rejected all 23 shots he faced to backstop the Chicago Wolves to a 3-0 victory Wednesday night at Stockton Arena in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals. Forwards Richard Panik, Ivan Lodnia and Stefan Noesen scored for the Wolves (9-1), who get their chance…

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Age is just a number

Posted on June 5, 2022June 5, 2022 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Age is just a number
Age is just a number

Age is just a number McCartney, 79, plays memorable show in Orlando By Steve Metsch At an age when many men are content to golf or watch TV, Paul McCartney is still delivering great concerts in huge stadiums. Such was the case on May 28 when McCartney, who turns 80 on June 18, performed at…

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Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime 

Posted on June 4, 2022June 4, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime 
Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime 

Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime  Rookie center Jamieson Rees scores game-winner 2:26 into extra time; Wolves and Stockton play Game 2 Monday night at Allstate Arena Rookie center Jamieson Rees’ rebound goal 2:26 into overtime lifted the Chicago Wolves to a 5-4 victory over the Stockton Heat in…

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Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals

Posted on May 28, 2022May 28, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals
Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals

Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals Leivo’s hat trick knocks out Milwaukee Wolves host Game 1 of Western Conference Finals on Friday, June 3. Chicago hosts either Stockton or Colorado in Game 1 on Friday, June 3 Veteran forward Josh Leivo produced his second professional hat trick as the…

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Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep

Posted on May 23, 2022May 23, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep
Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep

Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep Led by Noesen’s hat trick, Chicago ties franchise postseason record with eight goals, Orland Park’s David Gust scores two goals to help Chicago Wolves win Game 2 of the Central Division Finals Orland Park native David Gust scored two goals in the first period…

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The Political Pundit Comic Strip: Anyone who criticizes me hates the police

Posted on May 3, 2022May 4, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The Political Pundit Comic Strip: Anyone who criticizes me hates the police
The Political Pundit Comic Strip: Anyone who criticizes me hates the police

The Political Pundit Comic Strip: Anyone who criticizes me hates the police Ray Hanania’s The Political Pundit Comic Strip for May 3, 2022, satire and opinion on politics across America and Around the world, lampooning political hypocrisy. Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau attacks anyone who challenges his assertions and if they question his statements on…

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Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards

Posted on May 1, 2022May 1, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards
Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards

Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards Poturalski, Noesen, Lyon honored to highlight league’s best team. The American Hockey League announced Sunday that Chicago Wolves forwards Andrew Poturalski and Stefan Noesen and goaltender Alex Lyon earned prestigious honors while helping the Wolves claim the Macgregor Kilpatrick Trophy as the league’s regular-season champions. The American Hockey…

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Finally an Arab Restaurant in Orland Park Americans will love

Posted on April 29, 2022December 19, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Finally an Arab Restaurant in Orland Park Americans will love
Finally an Arab Restaurant in Orland Park Americans will love

Finally an Arab Restaurant in Orland Park Americans will love One of the best Arab American restaurants in the Southwest suburbs and in Orland Park, the heart of the Arab community, is Zwar at 9328 W. 159th Street. Zwar offers the best tasting Middle Eastern food items that you can order. By Ray Hanania Americans…

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Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record

Posted on April 25, 2022April 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record
Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record

Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record Noesen, Ponomarev score two goals each and Poturalski earns three points. Chicago Wolves defeat Grand Rapids Griffins. Break season point percentage record set in 2000 Turner Cup Championship team Stefan Noesen and Vasili Ponomarev scored two goals apiece to pace the Chicago Wolves to a 6-2 victory…

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Netflix is the best streaming service, despite drop in stock price

Posted on April 20, 2022April 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Netflix is the best streaming service, despite drop in stock price
Netflix is the best streaming service, despite drop in stock price

Netflix is the best streaming service, despite drop in stock price This week it was announced that Netflix was seeing a significant drop in services and that is surprising considering it is the number 1 streaming service in terms of amount of new content, quality content and service. They are the easiest service to work…

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Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars

Posted on April 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars

Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars Chicago falls behind 2-0, but Smallman’s late goal caps big rally for win Center Spencer Smallman scored with five minutes left to cap a fierce rally and give the Chicago Wolves a 4-3 victory over the Texas Stars Friday night at…

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