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Southwest side pizzeria, a favorite for 20 years

Posted on October 7, 2017October 12, 2017 By Steve Neuhaus 1 Comment on Southwest side pizzeria, a favorite for 20 years
Southwest side pizzeria, a favorite for 20 years

Local pizzeria, a long time favorite Known for one of the best deep dish pizza’s on the Southwest side  By Steve Neuhaus  @newsshooter56   At the age of 19, Mike Guerra came to America in search of a better life and opportunities. In the mid 1970’s as a pizza cook at Giordano’s Restaurant on 63rd Street….

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Oak Lawn Restaurant Puts Unique Spin on Menu

Posted on October 3, 2017November 29, 2019 By Steve Neuhaus No Comments on Oak Lawn Restaurant Puts Unique Spin on Menu
Oak Lawn Restaurant Puts Unique Spin on Menu

Oak Lawn Restaurant Puts Unique Spin on Menu A local favorite since 2011  By Steve Neuhaus Businesses come and go these days mostly due to the economy and competition, but for one local owner business is booming. I was told that I should visit the Stacked Pancake House in Oak Lawn, so I headed out…

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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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Smashburger is the ultimate best tasting burger ever

Posted on October 2, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Smashburger is the ultimate best tasting burger ever
Smashburger is the ultimate best tasting burger ever

Smashburger is the ultimate best tasting burger ever I grew up on hamburgers and I consider myself a hamburger connoisseur. Until recently, though I enjoyed burgers everywhere. But a few weeks ago, I happened across a place called Smashburgers and I am hooked. They are the best tasting hamburgers in the world By Ray Hanania…

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Leah Remini knocks it out of the park in Kevin Can Wait

Posted on September 28, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leah Remini knocks it out of the park in Kevin Can Wait

Leah Remini knocks it out of the park in Kevin Can Wait One of my all time favorite comedy series on Television was “King of Queens” starring Kevin James and Leah Remini. I watch the reruns over and over again because the comedy of the two talented actors is phenomenal. When James launched his latest…

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GM, Chevrolet offer tips for young job hunters

Posted on September 28, 2017September 28, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on GM, Chevrolet offer tips for young job hunters

GM, Chevrolet offer tips for young job hunters Staying  On Trax: Job Finding Tips From Chevrolet. Chevrolet’s talent team provides job-finding advice and tips as well as ways to use your vehicle to help while searching for jobs. Whether you’re a recent grad in pursuit of your first job, looking to make the next move in…

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Orland First responders honored by cardiac arrest survivor

Posted on September 27, 2017September 27, 2017 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland First responders honored by cardiac arrest survivor
Orland First responders honored by cardiac arrest survivor

Orland First responders honored by cardiac arrest survivor Five members of the Orland Fire Protection District were recognized Tuesday for their fast action in saving the life of a suburban man who was suffering from cardiac arrest. Michael Owens of Orland Park and his sister Patricia said that they called 9/11 on July 17 when…

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Tech Review: Don’t buy Studio Beats headset

Posted on September 16, 2017November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Tech Review: Don’t buy Studio Beats headset

Tech Review: Don’t buy Studio Beats headset Beats by Dr Dre are inconsistent and poorly constructed. You almost think that they are made to intentionally break to force users to go out and buy another set at the over-priced price tag of $299. The sound is poor quality and they are just not worth it….

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