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Liz Gorman urges Orland Park officials to address Safety Issues at Mall

Posted on December 12, 2019December 12, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Liz Gorman urges Orland Park officials to address Safety Issues at Mall
Liz Gorman urges Orland Park officials to address Safety Issues at Mall

Liz Gorman urges Orland Park officials to address Safety Issues at Mall Former Tollway Executive Director & Commissioner Liz Gorman urges Orland Park Village officials to address Safety Issues at the Orland Square Mall in the wake of the killing of a St. Michael’s teacher and injuring of another teacher. Gorman said that the tragedy…

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Tammy Wendt to challenge Patlak at Cook County Board of Review

Posted on November 27, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Tammy Wendt to challenge Patlak at Cook County Board of Review
Tammy Wendt to challenge Patlak at Cook County Board of Review

Tammy Wendt to challenge Patlak at Cook County Board of Review Palos Heights Attorney Tammy Wendt announced this week that she is running for the Democratic nomination for the 1st District Cook County Board of Review, a seat held by controversial Republican incumbent Dan Patlak. Wendt is a former Cook County State’s Attorney who has…

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Pekau clamps down on democracy, plays victim card again

Posted on November 24, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pekau clamps down on democracy, plays victim card again

Pekau clamps down on democracy, plays victim card again Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau is accusing others of personal and vicious attacks, but the truth is Pekau doesn’t shy away from name-calling,  attacking others personally when it benefits his political agenda. His latest effort to stifle Democracy in the village by eliminating critical voices is a…

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Fire Districts asks community to donate to Toy Drive

Posted on November 22, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Fire Districts asks community to donate to Toy Drive
Fire Districts asks community to donate to Toy Drive

Fire Districts asks community to donate to Toy Drive The Orland Fire Protection District is hosting its annual TOY DRIVE this year!  “The drive is very important and helps bring cheer and smiles to the faces of children and families who are facing need this holiday season,” said Orland Fire Chief Michael Schofield. “We’re asking members of the…

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Orland Park Police participate in Thanksgiving Traffic Safety campaign

Posted on November 20, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park Police participate in Thanksgiving Traffic Safety campaign
Orland Park Police participate in Thanksgiving Traffic Safety campaign

Orland Park Police participate in Thanksgiving Traffic Safety campaign Travelers are urged to buckle up and designate a sober driver this Thanksgiving As Illinoisans gear up for one of the busiest travel times of the year, the Orland Park Police Department announced its plans for a traffic safety campaign focusing on impaired and unbuckled drivers….

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How Pekau is trying to hide his many failings

Posted on November 19, 2019March 24, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on How Pekau is trying to hide his many failings
How Pekau is trying to hide his many failings

How Pekau is trying to hide his many failings Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau use fear-mongering to shut down a homeless shelter to help families in need that is being hosted at a local church. It’s a sad state of affairs when a public official is more concerned about his rightwing political allies than with…

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Difference between O’Grady and Pekau is night and day

Posted on November 13, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Difference between O’Grady and Pekau is night and day

Difference between O’Grady and Pekau is night and day Opinion: A battle over whether or not Orland Park can close a once-a-week homeless shelter at a local church has pitted Orland Park’s Mayor Keith Pekau against Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady. Pekau is trying to prevent Hope Covenant Church from hosting the weekly homeless shelter…

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Marie Newman Endorsed by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky

Posted on November 5, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Marie Newman Endorsed by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky
Marie Newman Endorsed by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky

Marie Newman Endorsed by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky By Ray Hanania Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky announced Tuesday (Nov. 5, 2019) that she is endorsing Marie Newman, the leading Democratic candidate challenging Congressman Dan Lipinski for the 3rd District seat. Schakowsky is a leading moderate voice in the Democratic Organization and an outspoken critic of President Donald Trump….

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Orland Fire District hosts CERT Training for district residents on Oct. 7, 2019

Posted on September 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire District hosts CERT Training for district residents on Oct. 7, 2019
Orland Fire District hosts CERT Training for district residents on Oct. 7, 2019

Orland Fire District hosts CERT Training for district residents on Oct. 7, 2019 The Orland Fire District is hosting a new Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class starting October 7th, 2019. The classes will be held 8 consecutive Mondays from 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm each evening. The classes are held at the Orland Fire…

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OFPD Coffee & Conversation addresses power of Music in Alzheimers and dementia Sept. 26, 2019

Posted on September 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on OFPD Coffee & Conversation addresses power of Music in Alzheimers and dementia Sept. 26, 2019
OFPD Coffee & Conversation addresses power of Music in Alzheimers and dementia Sept. 26, 2019

OFPD Coffee & Conversation addresses power of Music in Alzheimers and dementia Sept. 26, 2019 The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) will focus on the challenges of Alzheimers at its next public “Coffee & Conversation” community meeting on Thursday, September 26, 2019. Research has shown that Music has a powerful impact on memory and can…

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Orland Park native exemplifies “We Build, We Fight” legacy of Navy Seabees

Posted on August 22, 2019August 22, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park native exemplifies “We Build, We Fight” legacy of Navy Seabees
Orland Park native exemplifies “We Build, We Fight” legacy of Navy Seabees

Orland Park native exemplifies “We Build, We Fight” legacy of Navy Seabees By Alvin Plexico Navy Office of Community Outreach “We Build, We Fight” has been the motto of the U. S. Navy’s Construction Force, known as the “Seabees,” for more than 75 years. Commander Michael Meno, a 1991 Carl Sandburg High School graduate and…

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Marie Newman names Shadin Maali as campaign chairwoman

Posted on August 9, 2019September 5, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Marie Newman names Shadin Maali as campaign chairwoman

Marie Newman names Shadin Maali as campaign chairwoman Longtime Suburban Chicagoland community activist Shadin Maali was named as the Campaign Chairwoman for Marie Newman who is a candidate for the 3rd District Congressional seat held by Dan Lipinski. Maali’s appointment underscores Newman’s commitment to the district’s large Arab American population and community in general. Marie…

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Court rejects lawsuit to force Orland Fire District to change Fire Alarm response system

Posted on July 18, 2019November 9, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Court rejects lawsuit to force Orland Fire District to change Fire Alarm response system

Court rejects lawsuit to force Orland Fire District to change Fire Alarm response system Appeals Court affirms the right of the Orland Fire Protection District to use one emergency response agency to direct emergency response calls. Fire District officials say ruling saves district funds but more importantly reduces the dispatch time, arguing “every second counts”…

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Orland Fire Protection District to commemorate 50th Anniversary July 20

Posted on July 14, 2019July 14, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District to commemorate 50th Anniversary July 20
Orland Fire Protection District to commemorate 50th Anniversary July 20

Orland Fire Protection District to commemorate 50th Anniversary July 20 The Orland Fire Protection District will celebrate its 50thAnniversary as a Fire District and its 125thyear fighting fires during its annual Open House on Saturday July 20, 2019. The annual Open House will be extra special this year, as the Orland Fire Protection District celebrates its…

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Fire causes serious damage to Orland Home, residents safe

Posted on July 7, 2019July 10, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Fire causes serious damage to Orland Home, residents safe
Fire causes serious damage to Orland Home, residents safe

Fire causes serious damage to Orland Home, residents safe Landscapers alerted a woman and three children to a fire that ravaged their attached garage and was quickly spreading to their home on Saturday afternoon on the 14200 Block of Woodward Drive in Orland Park. The 911 call was made around 2:24 PM.   Firefighters with…

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Podcast: A preview of the upcoming battle for the 3rd Congressional District

Posted on June 17, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Podcast: A preview of the upcoming battle for the 3rd Congressional District
Podcast: A preview of the upcoming battle for the 3rd Congressional District

Podcast: A preview of the upcoming battle for the 3rd Congressional District Another battle in the 3rd Congressional District: Dan Lipinski, Marie Newman, Rush Darwish. Season 1, Episode 17, June 17, 2019   Award-winning former Chicago City Hall reporter, and syndicated political columnist Ray Hanania offers a preview of the upcoming battle brewing in the…

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2nd Candidate to challenge Lipinski in March 2020

Posted on June 17, 2019June 18, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on 2nd Candidate to challenge Lipinski in March 2020
2nd Candidate to challenge Lipinski in March 2020

2nd Candidate to challenge Lipinski in March 2020 Rush Darwish declares run for US Congress IL-3 at packed rally in Palos Hills, focuses on grassroots support and taking down Trump At a Saturday, June 15 rally at Moraine Valley Community College to launch his congressional campaign for the 3rd District of Illinois, small business owner…

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Orland Park’s Texas de Brazil knocks it out of the park

Posted on May 20, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park’s Texas de Brazil knocks it out of the park
Orland Park’s Texas de Brazil knocks it out of the park

Orland Park’s Texas de Brazil knocks it out of the park Texas de Brazil opens a new restaurant in Orland Park and it sizzles with perfect meat selections. It’s one of the best restaurants to enjoy a great family meal with the family for lunch or dinner. And it has a phenomenal salad bar which…

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