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Bridgeview approves three ordinances Auto repair shop to open in now-vacant building By Steve Metsch The Bridgeview Village Board, at its Nov. 1 meeting, approved three ordinances by unanimous vote. The board approved a special use and parking variation to allow operation of an auto repair shop at 7100 S. Harlem Ave. Right now, that…
La Grange focuses on infrastructure Main intersection done soon; sewer work is next on agenda By Steve Metsch La Grange Village President Thomas Livingston discussed the many road improvement that have been ongoing this year at a recent meeting of the West Suburban Chamber of Commerce. “In La Grange, we really try to keep an…
Argo High shopping for boilers Current “workhorses” date back to the 1970s By Steve Metsch Argo Community High School is in the market for new boilers. The current three cast-iron boilers, in the lower level of the original building, have been “workhorses” since the 1970 and provide heat for the old building, business manager Joe Murphy…
The Dugout reopens Longtime Burbank restaurant has loyal customers smiling By Steve Metsch Ray Sierakowski said it “felt like home” when he eating a hot dog Oct. 23 at The Dugout. Hey, it’s been more than four months since he could enjoy food at his favorite restaurant in Burbank. “I went to a few other…
Lyons approves sidewalks plan Residents split cost with village for improvements By Steve Metsch The Lyons Village Board recently approved a contract for this year’s 50/50 sidewalk replacement program. At its meeting on Oct. 17, the village board approved a $53,575 contract with Schroeder & Schroeder, Inc., of Skokie. “We are continuing to do the…
The Dome Restaurant is demolished Indian Head Park to consider development at busy corner By Steve Metsch The Dome Restaurant, a landmark at the corner of Joliet and Wolf roads in Indian Head Park, was demolished this week and the village is looking for development ideas. “It’s been abandoned about three years. The owner, Nick…
Russell’s Barbecue is coming to Countryside Legendary restaurant to occupy former home of Beef ‘N Brandy By Steve Metsch One of the Chicago area’s most famous barbecue restaurants plans to come to Countryside. Russell’s Barbecue, located at 1621 Thatcher Ave., Elmwood Park, hopes to open a restaurant in the former Beef ‘N Brandy Restaurant, 5545…
Summit OKs school crossing improvements Village board also plans to install LED lighting on main streets By Steve Metsch The Summit Village Board is moving forward with several infrastructure improvements. The board unanimously voted Oct. 16 in favor of a contract for improved crossings near schools and elsewhere. Summit will pay Mark-It Corp., based in…
Residents pan IDOT plan for 55th Street Countryside business people frown on idea for raised median By Steve Metsch A $4.6 million plan to improve 55th Street in Countryside, from LaGrange Road to East Avenue, was met with a healthy dose of skepticism by business owners and residents who attended a recent public hearing. The…
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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Emanuel unveils Chicago’s first public arts plan MAYOR EMANUEL AND THE CITY OF CHICAGO UNVEILS THE FIRST PUBLIC ART PLAN Recommendations serve to advance public art throughout the city Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) today announced Chicago’s first Public Art Plan. The plan lays out recommendations that…
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Video: Sandburg inducts National Honor Society students Full video of the ceremony is presented below. Carl Sandburg High school inducted 87 Juniors and Seniors into the National Honor Society at ceremonies on Tuesday Oct. 24, 2017 at Sandburg High school at 131st Street and LaGrange Road in the Performing Arts Center. The program included remarks…
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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,…
Profirio resigns as Summit administrator Will stay through year on to help find replacement By Steve Metsch After two years as Summit’s part-time village administrator, Mike Porfirio has decided to resign effective the end of this year. The village board voted 6-1 on Oct. 16 to accept his resignation. The lone exception was trustee Sam…
90 and not slowing down Noel B. Cummings has been Hodgkins’ mayor since 1979 By Steve Metsch Noel B. Cummings was hard at work on Oct. 19, pretty much like every day since he was first elected mayor of Hodgkins in 1979. He probably chatted up a few developers interested in the village, or call…
Gonzalez Pitches Chicago Heights’ Manufacturing Future to Students Mayor says manufacturing is a priority for Chicago Heights because it is the economic engine that will propel growth and economic stability in the city. The average hourly manufacturing wage in Illinois is $30.92, according to the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association. By David Ormsby (Chicago Heights, IL) – While…
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El Famous plans to reopen in Summit No date set, but owner’s daughter confirms return By Bob Bong and Steve Metsch El Famous Burrito plans to remodel and reopen its original site on Archer Road in Summit, which remains closed after an early morning fire Oct. 6. The daughter of the owner, Benny Sagredo, confirmed…
Two charged with beating 2-year-old Bridgeview mother also charged with endangering boy’s life, police say By Steve Metsch Three residents of Bridgeview have been charged in connection with the beating of a 2-year-old boy, Police Chief Ricardo Mancha said. Vincent Cisneroz and his girlfriend, Miranda Benner, have both been charged with aggravated battery, police said….