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Opinion: Easing restrictions in coronavirus wake is irresponsible

Posted on May 14, 2020May 14, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Opinion: Easing restrictions in coronavirus wake is irresponsible
Opinion: Easing restrictions in coronavirus wake is irresponsible

Opinion: Easing restrictions in coronavirus wake is irresponsible Some political leaders, especially those on the extreme far right, are calling for coronavirus restrictions to be lifted, even though the number of infections continues to increase. These officials are being irresponsible. With them on the far right extreme, and Gov. J.B. Pritzker on the far left…

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Pritzker Announces New “All in Illinois” Kids Content Series Featuring Illinois Museums and Attractions

Posted on May 12, 2020May 12, 2020 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Pritzker Announces New “All in Illinois” Kids Content Series Featuring Illinois Museums and Attractions
Pritzker Announces New “All in Illinois” Kids Content Series Featuring Illinois Museums and Attractions

Pritzker Announces New “All in Illinois” Kids Content Series Featuring Illinois Museums and Attractions Today, Governor JB Pritzker announced that the All In Illinois website will now offer a kid-friendly content series to connect children and families with educational resources from Illinois museums and attractions. The content series features videos and activities to inspire, educate…

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O’Grady urges Orland Township residents to salute student graduates during virus restrictions

Posted on May 9, 2020May 10, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on O’Grady urges Orland Township residents to salute student graduates during virus restrictions
O’Grady urges Orland Township residents to salute student graduates during virus restrictions

O’Grady urges Orland Township residents to salute student graduates during virus restrictions Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady steps up to recognize the 2020 students whose graduations have been disrupted because of restrictions intended to stop the spread of the deadly coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. O’Grady, one of the most praised officials in the Orland region, said…

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Orland Fire’s popular Coffee & Conversation resumes with virtual online meetings

Posted on May 8, 2020May 8, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire’s popular Coffee & Conversation resumes with virtual online meetings
Orland Fire’s popular Coffee & Conversation resumes with virtual online meetings

Orland Fire’s popular Coffee & Conversation resumes with virtual online meetings The Orland Fire Protection District will resume the popular and monthly Coffee & Conversation monthly meetings for residents and especially seniors in the Fire District. The event is co-hosted by Aishling Companion Home Care and participation does require downloading an App to permit your…

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Orland Park opens recreational services as state modifies coronavirus restrictions

Posted on May 6, 2020May 6, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park opens recreational services as state modifies coronavirus restrictions
Orland Park opens recreational services as state modifies coronavirus restrictions

Orland Park opens recreational services as state modifies coronavirus restrictions As Illinois’ modified stay-at-home takes effect, Recreation and Parks provides an update regarding programs and services Tennis and Pickleball Courts Open For Singles Play  Frisbee Golf and Dog Park Open with Restrictions  Governor Pritzker’s modified stay-at-home order took effect May 1 and runs through the…

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Orland Home under renovation damaged by fire

Posted on April 20, 2020April 20, 2020 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Orland Home under renovation damaged by fire
Orland Home under renovation damaged by fire

Orland Home under renovation damaged by fire A home under renovation on the 147th Block of Holly Court in Orland Park was damaged by fire on Monday. Neighbors witnessed heavy smoke coming from the property and alerted the Orland Fire Protection District. Firefighters arriving on the scene quickly brought the fire under control. Officials from…

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Former Orland Park village manager La Margo files lawsuit against Pekau, personally and officially

Posted on April 17, 2020July 12, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Former Orland Park village manager La Margo files lawsuit against Pekau, personally and officially
Former Orland Park village manager La Margo files lawsuit against Pekau, personally and officially

Former Orland Park village manager La Margo files lawsuit against Pekau, personally and officially Former Orland Park Village Manager Joe La Margo accused Mayor Keith Pekau of violating a separation agreement he signed with the village following his forced resignation in May 2019. La Margo was forced to resign after initiating an investigation into allegations…

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Opinion: Orland Mayor accuses me of writing fiction over public meeting

Posted on April 16, 2020July 5, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Opinion: Orland Mayor accuses me of writing fiction over public meeting

Opinion: Orland Mayor accuses me of writing fiction over public meeting Orland Park’s controversial Mayor Keith Pekau is upset that I publicized his angry personal attacks against Trustee Dan Calandriello from a public meeting he held on April 6 and accused me of writing fiction. But the truth is on the audio tape that the…

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