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Maria Pappas honored by Chicago’s oldest Polish Daily newspaper

Posted on March 17, 2022March 17, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Maria Pappas honored by Chicago’s oldest Polish Daily newspaper
Maria Pappas honored by Chicago’s oldest Polish Daily newspaper

Maria Pappas honored by Chicago’s oldest Polish Daily newspaper Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to receive the Polish Daily News “Dziennik Zwiazkowy” 2021 Person of the Year award on March 23, 2022 On March 23, 2022, Maria Pappas, Cook County Treasurer, in recognition of her long-standing service to the residents of Cook County and the…

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Video Interview: Jeffery Leving discusses mission to defend Dads’ Rights

Posted on March 6, 2022March 8, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Video Interview: Jeffery Leving discusses mission to defend Dads’ Rights
Video Interview: Jeffery Leving discusses mission to defend Dads’ Rights

Video Interview: Jeffery Leving discusses mission to defend Dads’ Rights Dads’ Rights authority and attorney Jeffery M. Leving sits down for an interview about his legal practice, his fight to ensure divorced or separated parents have equal rights when it come to raising children, and why providing equal rights in parenting is important in ensuring…

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Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Recognized for Surgical Safety Program

Posted on February 23, 2022February 23, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Recognized for Surgical Safety Program
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Recognized for Surgical Safety Program

Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Recognized for Surgical Safety Program Palos Hospital Earns AORN Go Clear Award™ Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital has earned the Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Go Clear Award™, a program to recognize facilities that make surgical smoke evacuation a top priority.  Of three levels of distinction, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital is…

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Dad, boys together again after long, difficult separation 

Posted on February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Dad, boys together again after long, difficult separation 
Dad, boys together again after long, difficult separation 

Dad, boys together again after long, difficult separation  A father broke up with the mother of his children, and she wasn’t allowing him to see them. He was pushed out of their lives. The children are boys, ages 4 and 2. If Dad did nothing, he probably would never see his boys again. He was…

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Orland Township Seniors celebrate Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township Seniors celebrate Valentine’s Day
Orland Township Seniors celebrate Valentine’s Day

Orland Township Seniors celebrate Valentine’s Day Love was in the air this month for township seniors. Over the course of a week, a total of nearly 150 seniors attended two separate Valentine’s Day events held by Orland Township. Even with the dreary winter weather and sudden snowstorms, seniors were adamant about being at the Township’s…

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Chicago Wolves extend home point streak to 14 games

Posted on February 13, 2022February 14, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves extend home point streak to 14 games
Chicago Wolves extend home point streak to 14 games

Chicago Wolves extend home point streak to 14 games Noesen’s late goal gets Wolves to overtime, but Rockford takes the shootout Stefan Noesen’s late goal earned the Chicago Wolves extra time, but the Rockford IceHogs recovered for a 4-3 shootout win Saturday night at Allstate Arena. Forwards Ryan Suzuki and Jack Drury also scored for…

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Civil Rights attorney ShawnTe Raines-Welch to seek 4th Subcircuit Judgeship

Posted on February 12, 2022February 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Civil Rights attorney ShawnTe Raines-Welch to seek 4th Subcircuit Judgeship
Civil Rights attorney ShawnTe Raines-Welch to seek 4th Subcircuit Judgeship

Civil Rights attorney ShawnTe Raines-Welch to seek 4th Subcircuit Judgeship Civil Rights attorney ShawnTe Raines-Welch announced her candidacy along with Nicholas Kantas for two vacancies for Judge in the Cook County 4th Subcircuit election on June 28, 2022. Here’s a profile of Raines-Welch. By Ray Hanania Civil Rights attorney ShawnTe Raines-Welch announced her candidacy for…

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Interview: Animal Rights activist Carole Baskin on “It’s Not So Late Show” with Aaron Hanania

Posted on February 8, 2022November 13, 2023 By Aaron Hanania 2 Comments on Interview: Animal Rights activist Carole Baskin on “It’s Not So Late Show” with Aaron Hanania
Interview: Animal Rights activist Carole Baskin on “It’s Not So Late Show” with Aaron Hanania

Interview: Animal Rights activist Carole Baskin on “It’s Not So Late Show” with Aaron Hanania Animal Rights Activist Carole Baskin is the featured guest this week on the “It’s Not So Late Show” with host Aaron Hanania. Baskin talks about her life and dedication to protecting animals, including tigers and bobcats. The video interview is…

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Orland Township Announces Bingo Fest March 26

Posted on January 31, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township Announces Bingo Fest March 26
Orland Township Announces Bingo Fest March 26

Orland Township Announces Bingo Fest March 26 Join Orland Township for an evening of fun games, good food, and live entertainment. ALl profits beyond costs will benefit the Orland Township scholarship program for students Orland Township’s Bingo Fest, to be held on Saturday, March 26 from 6 to 9 p.m., will feature live music, fun…

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Orland Township Activity Center to Host February Events

Posted on January 27, 2022January 27, 2022 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Township Activity Center to Host February Events
Orland Township Activity Center to Host February Events

Orland Township Activity Center to Host February Events Orland Township Activity Center will finally be operating at its fullest extent starting in February. The Orland Township Activity Center is planned to resume its operations to the fullest extent starting in February. The announcement comes just two weeks after the Orland Township Activity Center decided to…

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Pop’s Italian Beef and Sausage ‘Pops’ Up in Joliet

Posted on January 27, 2022January 27, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pop’s Italian Beef and Sausage ‘Pops’ Up in Joliet
Pop’s Italian Beef and Sausage ‘Pops’ Up in Joliet

Pop’s Italian Beef and Sausage ‘Pops’ Up in Joliet Beloved Chicagoland favorite Pop’s Italian Beef and Sausage opens new location in Joliet Pop’s Italian Beef and Sausage, the Chicagoland staple known for its savory Italian beef sandwiches, announced the opening of a new location in Joliet. Conveniently located at 1866 W. Jefferson Street, the new…

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Gorman announces candidacy to return to Cook County Board

Posted on January 24, 2022January 24, 2022 By News Editor No Comments on Gorman announces candidacy to return to Cook County Board
Gorman announces candidacy to return to Cook County Board

Gorman announces candidacy to return to Cook County Board Orland Park, IL — Elizabeth “Liz” Doody-Gorman announced Monday her candidacy for Commissioner of the Cook County Board’s 17th District to revive the fight to stop tax increases and strengthen the Republican Party’s voice. Also serving as Republican Committeewoman for Orland Township, Gorman said, “I’m a…

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Pratt Industries donates $2 million to Muhammad Ali Center

Posted on January 17, 2022January 17, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pratt Industries donates $2 million to Muhammad Ali Center
Pratt Industries donates $2 million to Muhammad Ali Center

Pratt Industries donates $2 million to Muhammad Ali Center Muhammad Ali Center Announces $2 Million Donation from Businessman Anthony Pratt, Owner and Chairman of Pratt Industries. In celebration of the 80th anniversary of Muhammad’s birth The Muhammad Ali Center is proud to announce a $2 million donation from businessman Anthony Pratt, owner and chairman of Georgia-based…

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Cicero Board honors Health Commissioner Sue Grazzini

Posted on January 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cicero Board honors Health Commissioner Sue Grazzini
Cicero Board honors Health Commissioner Sue Grazzini

Cicero Board honors Health Commissioner Sue Grazzini The Town of Cicero Board of Trustees on Tuesday honored Health Commissioner Sue Grazzini for “effective supervision of the Health Department” since her appointment in 2012. In a resolution applauding Grazzini, Town President Larry Dominick and the Trustees recognized Grazzini’s experience, and also the successful efforts of the…

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Olympic Hockey Champion Kendall Coyne publishes new book

Posted on January 11, 2022January 11, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Olympic Hockey Champion Kendall Coyne publishes new book
Olympic Hockey Champion Kendall Coyne publishes new book

Olympic Hockey Champion Kendall Coyne publishes new book “As Fast as Her” is the exciting story of hockey star Kendall Coyne Schofield, who led the US Women’s Hockey team to Olympic gold and was the first female hockey player to compete in the fastest skater competition at the NHL All-Star weekend. Presale orders of the…

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Steppenwolf Theatre Company postpones world premiere of 1919 due to COVID-19 surge

Posted on January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Steppenwolf Theatre Company postpones world premiere of 1919 due to COVID-19 surge
Steppenwolf Theatre Company postpones world premiere of 1919 due to COVID-19 surge

Steppenwolf Theatre Company postpones world premiere of 1919 due to COVID-19 surge All other Steppenwolf productions proceeding as planned, with Seagull opening the new Ensemble Theater April–June 2022  Due to the COVID-19 surge driven by the Omicron variant, and out of an abundance of caution for public health, Steppenwolf Theatre Company has postponed its Steppenwolf for Young…

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Right from the Middle: Elementary School essay contest on America’s Greatest President now open

Posted on January 2, 2022January 2, 2022 By William Lipinski No Comments on Right from the Middle: Elementary School essay contest on America’s Greatest President now open
Right from the Middle: Elementary School essay contest on America’s Greatest President now open

Right from the Middle: Elementary School essay contest on America’s Greatest President now open Former Congressman Bill Lipinski sponsors a regular writing contest on American Patriotism for young elementary school students in 6th 7th and 8th Grade. Anyone from any school can enter and the winning essays and schools with the most entries can win…

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Pop’s Italian Beef & Sausage announces catering offering savory meals to ease consumer stress this holiday season

Posted on December 21, 2021December 21, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pop’s Italian Beef & Sausage announces catering offering savory meals to ease consumer stress this holiday season
Pop’s Italian Beef & Sausage announces catering offering savory meals to ease consumer stress this holiday season

Pop’s Italian Beef & Sausage announces catering offering savory meals to ease consumer stress this holiday season Chicago-Based Restaurant Brand Spreads Holiday Cheer with Home-Style Catering Options  Pop’s Italian Beef & Sausage, the Chicago-based restaurant known for its savory Italian beef, is celebrating this holiday season with one-of-a-kind catering options that will take the stress off…

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