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  • Firefighters with the Orland Fire Protection District who responded to a fire in an apartment at 15200 block of Al Camino Terrace on Saturday morning said the next day that they did find a kitten that needed respiratory aid that they saved.
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Suburban Chicago event brings national experts on Russian influence, Washington ethics, media future

Posted on February 13, 2018September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Suburban Chicago event brings national experts on Russian influence, Washington ethics, media future

Suburban Chicago event brings national experts on Russian influence, Washington ethics, media future Unify Our Voices, a year-old grass-roots Chicago-area group, is sponsoring a 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25 event featuring nonprofit, nonpartisan organizations dedicated to protecting American democracy by bolstering the government’s adherence to ethics, analyzing Russian influence in our country, and promoting an…

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Illinois Candidates showcase Arab American breakfast event Sunday Feb 18

Posted on February 12, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Candidates showcase Arab American breakfast event Sunday Feb 18
Illinois Candidates showcase Arab American breakfast event Sunday Feb 18

Illinois Candidates showcase Arab American breakfast event Sunday Feb 18 More than a dozen Democratic candidates vying for contested races in the March 20 Illinois primary election have confirmed their appearances at the annual Candidate’s Breakfast hosted by the state’s largest Arab American political organization. The Arab American Democratic Club will host candidates running for…

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Less booze at SoxFest 2018 than at CubsFest

Posted on January 31, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Less booze at SoxFest 2018 than at CubsFest

Less booze at SoxFest 2018 than at CubsFest We skipped the CubsFest this year because the Cubs went from Lovable Losers to difficult to speak with World Series ego maniacs. I hope they keep winning, cuz maybe they’ll start to get back to their lovable selves one day. In the meantime, we decided to go…

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Alumni celebrities at Morton College to be feted April 20

Posted on January 24, 2018January 24, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Alumni celebrities at Morton College to be feted April 20
Alumni celebrities at Morton College to be feted April 20

Alumni celebrities at Morton College to be feted April 20 Morton College in the Town of Cicero will induct five alumni celebrities into its Hall of Fame at a dinner banquet to be held on Friday April 20, 2018. Lillian Mary Baar (posthumously), Ed Karasek (Class of 1942), Mary Karasek (Class of 1944), Joni Phillips…

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Cicero Commemorates Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday

Posted on January 18, 2018January 18, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cicero Commemorates Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday
Cicero Commemorates Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday

Cicero Commemorates Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday Unlike other communities that mark the birthday of civil rights leaders the Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., only with a day off from work, The Town of Cicero also hosts a community-wide celebration at its Community Center. This year marked the 10th Anniversary of Cicero’s King Commemoration…

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Lieb School in Bridgeview Hosted Winterfest 2017

Posted on December 17, 2017December 17, 2017 By Steve Neuhaus No Comments on Lieb School in Bridgeview Hosted Winterfest 2017
Lieb School in Bridgeview Hosted Winterfest 2017

By Steve Neuhaus Winterfest sponsored by the George W. Lieb School PTA was held this past Wednesday evening at the school located at 9101 Pembroke Ln. in Bridgeview. The evening festivities included a horse and carriage ride, arts and crafts, facepainting, snacks, but the one thing that all the children were thrilled to watch is…

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Lipinski Honors 2017 Senior Citizens of the Year

Posted on December 12, 2017December 12, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lipinski Honors 2017 Senior Citizens of the Year
Lipinski Honors 2017 Senior Citizens of the Year

Lipinski Honors 2017 Senior Citizens of the Year Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) announced the winners of the 2017 Senior Citizen of the Year Award during a special program yesterday in Hickory Hills.  The winners were chosen based on their contributions to their communities in the Third Congressional District. “These individuals demonstrate on a daily basis…

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Orland Fire District to recognize CERT Graduates Tuesday Nov. 28

Posted on November 21, 2017November 21, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire District to recognize CERT Graduates Tuesday Nov. 28
Orland Fire District to recognize CERT Graduates Tuesday Nov. 28

Orland Fire District to recognize CERT Graduates Tuesday Nov. 28 A new class of community residents who are trained in basic emergency response procedures will be recognized by the Orland Fire Protection District at its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, November 28. The graduates are everyday citizens who participate in the Fire District’s nationally recognized…

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Religion: Simbang Gabi 2017 25th Year Silver Anniversary

Posted on November 19, 2017November 19, 2017 By Steve Neuhaus No Comments on Religion: Simbang Gabi 2017 25th Year Silver Anniversary
Religion: Simbang Gabi 2017 25th Year Silver Anniversary

Local Catholic Parishes to Host Advent Masses By Steve Neuhaus @stephenneuhaus / twitter Simbang Gabi is a Filipino Catholic tradition of celebrating a novena (series of nine) of Advent evening Masses. It is meant to help Filipino-American and other Catholics in the area to intensify their spiritual preparation for the grace-filled celebration of Christmas. Masses…

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Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule

Posted on November 15, 2017September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule
Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule

Chicago releases its 2018 Special Events Schedule Year of Creative Youth January–December 2018 Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events have designated 2018 as the “Year of Creative Youth.” The $2 million investment by the City of Chicago will include a Creative Youth Festival across the Millennium Park Campus, performance…

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Chicago unveils Millennium Park Holiday activities

Posted on November 2, 2017November 2, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago unveils Millennium Park Holiday activities
Chicago unveils Millennium Park Holiday activities

Chicago unveils Millennium Park Holiday activities CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY SEASON AT MILLENNIUM PARK CAMPUS, WITH HOLIDAY TRADITIONS INCLUDING THE CITY OF CHICAGO CHRISTMAS TREE, ICE SKATING AND MORE. The holiday season kicks off November 17 with the 104th Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting and the openings of McCormick Tribune Ice Rink and the Maggie Daley Park Ice…

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Chicago boat show launches Jan. 10-14

Posted on October 24, 2017February 14, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago boat show launches Jan. 10-14
Chicago boat show launches Jan. 10-14

Chicago boat show launches Jan. 10-14 PROGRESSIVE® INSURANCE CHICAGO BOAT, RV & SAIL SHOW® ANNOUNCES 2018 DATES: JANUARY 10-14 With over 600 power and sailboats and 100 RVs on display, plus educational opportunities and hands-on activities for all ages, the Midwest’s premier boat show brings a taste of paradise to Chicago this January CHICAGO (October,…

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Czech, Slovak & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition

Posted on October 3, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Czech, Slovak & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition
Czech, Slovak & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition

Czech & Bohemian culture showcased in Houby Day tradition For many years, the Czech community was Chicagoland’s most recognized cultural presence. As Chicagoland’s immigration makeup has expanded, the Czech community identity continues each year with the popular Houby Day Festival and Parade in Chicago’s West suburbs By Ray Hanania Much is made by the mainstream…

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Supporters gather for ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’

Posted on October 1, 2017October 7, 2017 By Steve Neuhaus No Comments on Supporters gather for ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’
Supporters gather for ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’

Supporters gather for ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’ Supporters of all ages participated in the 2.2 mile leisurely walk   By Steve Neuhaus Hundreds turned out in memory of loved ones and friends for this weekend’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s which was held at the 153rd Street Metra station in Orland Park. Supporters of all ages…

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Witnessing the total Solar Eclipse in 1963

Posted on August 19, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Witnessing the total Solar Eclipse in 1963
Witnessing the total Solar Eclipse in 1963

Witnessing the total Solar Eclipse in 1963 I have great eyesight in part because on July 20, 1963, my father showed me the proper way to view the total eclipse of the sun that took place that afternoon. By Ray Hanania My eyesight is great, in a large part because I didn’t look up at…

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Chicago Sketch Comedy festival accepting applications

Posted on August 15, 2017August 16, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Sketch Comedy festival accepting applications
Chicago Sketch Comedy festival accepting applications

Chicago Sketch Comedy festival accepting applications Sketch comedy artists around the world are invited to apply for the 17th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival “Chicago SketchFest seizes the comedy moment…you need to hop to it.” – Chicago Tribune Stage 773 is excited to announce that applications are now open for The Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival. The…

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Water Reclamation District opens the McCook reservoir to public viewing

Posted on July 17, 2017July 17, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Water Reclamation District opens the McCook reservoir to public viewing
Water Reclamation District opens the McCook reservoir to public viewing

Water Reclamation District opens the McCook reservoir to public viewing Latest MWRD engineering marvel set to open to the public. Call to register for McCook Reservoir tours  WHO: The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) will host public tours of the first phase of the McCook Reservoir set for completion in late 2017. WHAT:…

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Where to celebrate Fourth of July

Posted on June 30, 2017June 30, 2017 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Where to celebrate Fourth of July
Where to celebrate Fourth of July

Where to celebrate Fourth of July Parades, parties and fireworks throughout the South Side  Here’s a rundown of some of the area Independence Day events planned to celebrate America’s 241st birthday between now and the Fourth of July. The Bridgeview Park District will celebrate with a fun evening starting at 7 p.m. on Monday, July…

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