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Village of Orland Park to Host Summer of Free Concerts at Centennial Park West

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Village of Orland Park to Host Summer of Free Concerts at Centennial Park West

Village of Orland Park to Host Summer of Free Concerts at Centennial Park West The Village of Orland Park invites residents and visitors to enjoy a summer filled with free live music at Centennial Park West (15609 Park Station Blvd). Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy the entertainment at one of the…

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Orland Park Centennial Park Aquatic Center to Reopen Tuesday

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Orland Park Centennial Park Aquatic Center to Reopen Tuesday

Orland Park Centennial Park Aquatic Center to Reopen Tuesday Centennial Park Aquatic Center (CPAC) will reopen on Tuesday following a thorough review of the facility and completion of all recommended health and safety procedures. CPAC was closed late Saturday afternoon after a staff member reported being treated for Escherichia coli (E. coli) infection. A second potential…

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Orland Fire Protection District names new Fire Chief – swearing-in Ceremony June 9

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Orland Fire Protection District names new Fire Chief – swearing-in Ceremony June 9

Orland Fire Protection District names new Fire Chief – swearing-in Ceremony June 9 The Orland Fire Protection District Board of Trustees will host a swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, for newly appointed Fire Chief John Purtill. During the ceremony, the board will also swear-in Joshua Girdick as Deputy Chief of Operations and Shawn…

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Centennial Park Aquatic Center Kicks Off Summer Season May 23

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Centennial Park Aquatic Center Kicks Off Summer Season May 23

Centennial Park Aquatic Center Kicks Off Summer Season May 23 Get ready to make a splash this summer! The Centennial Park Aquatic Center (CPAC), located at 15600 West Avenue in Orland Park, officially opens for the 2026 season on Saturday, May 23. The facility will open at 10 a.m. for members and 11 a.m. for…

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Illinois Senator Committee approves resolution urging Illinois K through 12 schools to offer Arabic as Foreign Language option

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Illinois Senator Committee approves resolution urging Illinois K through 12 schools to offer Arabic as Foreign Language option

Illinois Senator Committee approves resolution urging Illinois K through 12 schools to offer Arabic as Foreign Language option By Ray Hanania As Consolidated High School District 230, one of the largest in Illinois, blocked the adoption of Arabic as a Foreign Language at their three High Schools, Sandburg High School, Andrew High School, and Stagg…

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Orland Park Launches Emergency Management Agency

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Orland Park Launches Emergency Management Agency

Orland Park Launches Emergency Management Agency The Village of Orland Park has formally replaced the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) with the Orland Park Emergency Management Agency (EMA), following Board of Trustees approval Monday night. The transition strengthens the Village’s commitment to emergency preparedness, disaster response and public safety.   “Illinois communities across the state are…

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Village of Orland Park to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Year of Events

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Village of Orland Park to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Year of Events

Village of Orland Park to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Year of Events The Village of Orland Park is proud to celebrate the United States’ 250th birthday with a year full of special events and programs. The season of celebration will kick off with the Red, White & Blue BBQ Fest & Parade on Saturday,…

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Orland Firefighter reflects on 29 years of service after retirement

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Orland Firefighter reflects on 29 years of service after retirement

Orland Firefighter reflects on 29 years of service after retirement Orland Park, IL – From the time he was a young child, Robert Winkelman always wanted to be a firefighter. Last week, he retired after 35 years of total fire service, including 29 years with the Orland Fire Protection District, most recently as a Battalion…

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