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Destroying American history because of racial politics

Posted on May 16, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Destroying American history because of racial politics
Destroying American history because of racial politics

Destroying American history because of racial politics The wave of attacks against symbols of the civil war is undermining the history of this nation for political reasons and is driven by a form of reverse racism. Statues and markers recognizing icons of the South from the civil war are being targeted because of reverse racism…

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Orland Park Mayor disappointed in Trustees’ rejection of concert series plan

Posted on May 10, 2018May 10, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park Mayor disappointed in Trustees’ rejection of concert series plan

Orland Park Mayor disappointed in Trustees’ rejection of concert series plan The Orland Park Village board, still angry over the voter’s rejection of Dan McLaughlin as Mayor and the election of Keith Pekau, continue to block Pekau’s ideas and proposals. Critics have accused the new board of continuing to put politics over the best interests…

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Orland Fire offers tips on avoiding mishaps while barbecuing

Posted on May 8, 2018May 8, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire offers tips on avoiding mishaps while barbecuing
Orland Fire offers tips on avoiding mishaps while barbecuing

Orland Fire offers tips on avoiding mishaps while barbecuing Safe grilling is the topic May 24 at the Orland Fire Protection District’s monthly program “Coffee and Conversations” which addresses a wide range of topics involving family and personal safety. How to barbecue safely and avoid mishaps is the topic of this month’s “Coffee and Conversation” hosted…

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Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel

Posted on May 5, 2018September 8, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel
Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel

Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel A 16 year old teenager from Chicago’s Southwest suburbs has published his first novel, “TheKing’s Pawn.” And Aaron Hanania explains he wrote the book only using his iPhone 6. Here’s the plot: A scientist creates a revolutionary experiment, The King’s Pawn, in which the participants are…

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The key to a good deli is a great corned beef sandwich

Posted on April 21, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The key to a good deli is a great corned beef sandwich
The key to a good deli is a great corned beef sandwich

The key to a good deli is a great corned beef sandwich Always on the hunt for a great corned beef sandwich. It’s not easy when you live in Chicagoland’s Southwest Suburbs, but there are a few that come close. Nothing like the great corned beef sandwiches you can get at Manny’s in the south…

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Morrison re-elected as Cook County GOP Chairman

Posted on April 19, 2018April 20, 2018 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Morrison re-elected as Cook County GOP Chairman
Morrison re-elected as Cook County GOP Chairman

Morrison re-elected as Cook County GOP Chairman Pro-taxpayer champion and 17th District Cook County Commissioner Sean Morrison re-elected as leader of the Cook County Republican Organization. Morrison led the drive to block the oppressive soda and sweetened drink tax imposed by former Chicago Machine alderman and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle Sean Morrison, the…

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Orland woman dies in cooking related fire

Posted on April 11, 2018April 11, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland woman dies in cooking related fire
Orland woman dies in cooking related fire

Orland woman dies in cooking related fire An 89-year-old Orland Park resident died as a result of a kitchen fire in her home at the 7300 block of Paradise Lane Friday (April 6, 2018) evening around 5 pm, officials of the Orland Fire Protection District confirmed Tuesday. The victim was identified as Margaret Keane. The…

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Homecare will be topic of next Orland Fire program

Posted on March 26, 2018March 26, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Homecare will be topic of next Orland Fire program
Homecare will be topic of next Orland Fire program

Orland Fire hosts meeting on importance of “Homecare” for seniors Aishling Dalton of Aishling Companion Homecare will be the special guest at the next “Coffee & Conversation” held by the Orland Fire Protection District. The Fire District hosts the free “Coffee & Conversations” programs each month to educate residents on services related to healthcare, emergency…

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Nearly every congressman, candidate has taken money from AIPAC

Posted on March 23, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Nearly every congressman, candidate has taken money from AIPAC
Nearly every congressman, candidate has taken money from AIPAC

Nearly every congressman, candidate has taken money from AIPAC In the heated battle for the 3rd Congressional District in the March 20, 2018 Democratic Primary, which has one of the largest concentrations of Arab American voters in the country, incumbent conservative Dan Lipinski squeaked out a slim victory over liberal challenger Marie Newman. For the…

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Trump factor in Illinois being over-played

Posted on March 20, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Trump factor in Illinois being over-played

Trump factor in Illinois being over-played Just like in the 2016 presidential election campaigns, the mainstream news media is getting it wrong.  Every newspaper predicted that Hillary Clinton would easily defeat Donald Trump in the November 8, 2016 presidential election. Every poll, every pundit and every journalist made the prediction as if it were a…

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Rauner gets it right naming Gorman as Tollway chief

Posted on March 1, 2018February 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rauner gets it right naming Gorman as Tollway chief
Rauner gets it right naming Gorman as Tollway chief

Rauner gets it right naming Gorman as Tollway chief Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner taps Liz Gorman to had the Illinois Tollway, a brilliant move that both helps the State of Illinois and his administration. Gorman, a former Cook County Commissioner, is a champion for fighting excessive tax increases and fighting for the rights of taxpayers….

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Arab American empowerment continues to grow

Posted on February 23, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Arab American empowerment continues to grow
Arab American empowerment continues to grow

Arab American empowerment continues to grow Arab Americans have been fighting for a place at the American table from the day they set foot in America. But in recent years, their empowerment has increased despite the increased discrimination in the wake of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. In recently years, Arab Americans have…

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Liz Gorman named as new Illinois Tollway director

Posted on February 22, 2018September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Liz Gorman named as new Illinois Tollway director

Liz Gorman named as new Illinois Tollway director Former Cook County Commissioner Elizabeth “Liz” Doody Gorman was appointed by Governor Bruce Rauner Thursday (Feb. 22, 2018) as the new executive director of the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA), replacing Greg Bedalov who Rauner appointed in 2015. Bedalov will move to the Illinois Sports Facility…

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No injuries in fire that caused major damage to Red Robin in Orland Park

Posted on February 18, 2018February 23, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on No injuries in fire that caused major damage to Red Robin in Orland Park
No injuries in fire that caused major damage to Red Robin in Orland Park

No injuries in fire that caused major damage to Red Robin in Orland Park The Orland Fire Protection District responded to an automatic fire alarm at the Red Robin Gourmet Burgers restaurant at 15503 South La Grange Road in Orland Park on Saturday at approximately 4:30 pm. Advance information from witnesses reported a blazing roof…

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Chicagoland communities prepare for snow storm impact

Posted on February 8, 2018September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicagoland communities prepare for snow storm impact
Chicagoland communities prepare for snow storm impact

Chicagoland communities prepare for snow storm impact The National Weather Service has issued a major storm alert for the Chicagoland area and suburbs. Schools, governments and many public agencies are closing, urging residents to be cautious while driving, to do welfare checks on neighbors who are disabled or seniors, and identifying warming centers in the…

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New Emergency Training Classes set by Orland Fire District

Posted on January 26, 2018January 26, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on New Emergency Training Classes set by Orland Fire District
New Emergency Training Classes set by Orland Fire District

New Emergency Training Classes set by Orland Fire District Class enrollment deadline extended until Feb. 5, 2018 The Orland Fire Protection District announced a new class date for citizens interested in learning emergency training skills to help save lives, beginning Monday Feb. 5. The classes run about right weeks, officials said, and are held in…

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Tyrrell named Principal at Sandburg High School

Posted on January 17, 2018January 17, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Tyrrell named Principal at Sandburg High School
Tyrrell named Principal at Sandburg High School

Tyrrell named Principal at Sandburg High School The High School District 230 School Board approved the hiring of Jennifer Tyrrell as Principal of Sandburg High School, in light of the retirement of Deb Baker at the end of this 2017-2018 school year. “District 230 is incredibly grateful for the leadership Deb Baker has provided at…

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Still time to register for Jan. 22 OFPD CERT emergency training class

Posted on January 16, 2018January 17, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Still time to register for Jan. 22 OFPD CERT emergency training class
Still time to register for Jan. 22 OFPD CERT emergency training class

Still time to register for Jan. 22 OFPD CERT emergency training class Several times each year, the Orland Fire Protection District hosts a free training program to help everyday citizens learn the basics of emergency response to help family, friends or members of the public during emergencies. The effort often gives victims of heart attacks,…

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