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Holiday Donation Drive-thru Tuesday Dec. 7, Bingo with Santa Dec. 10

Posted on December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Holiday Donation Drive-thru Tuesday Dec. 7, Bingo with Santa Dec. 10
Holiday Donation Drive-thru Tuesday Dec. 7, Bingo with Santa Dec. 10

Holiday Donation Drive-thru Tuesday Dec. 7, Bingo with Santa Dec. 10 For over 30 years, Orland Township has provided a yearly holiday meal, gifts, and other personal items to more than 200 families who are experiencing financial difficulties; with a majority of the recipients being clients of the Orland Township Food Pantry. Whether you’re donating…

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Orland Township Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness

Posted on December 3, 2021December 3, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness
Orland Township Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness

Orland Township Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness Students at Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School helped make the holidays a bit brighter for families in Orland Township. Orland Township’s Holiday Program has provided a yearly holiday meal, gifts, and other personal items to more than 200 resident families in need for over three decades. This year,…

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Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness

Posted on November 30, 2021November 30, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness
Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness

Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness In the spirit of holiday giving, one very special resident of Orland Park donated more than 146 winter hats to Orland Township. In the spirit of holiday giving, one very special resident of Orland Park donated more than 146 winter hats to Orland Township. Jean Metzler, 86, has…

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Orland Township Receives Holiday Donation from Orland Park Lion’s Club

Posted on November 27, 2021November 27, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township Receives Holiday Donation from Orland Park Lion’s Club
Orland Township Receives Holiday Donation from Orland Park Lion’s Club

Orland Township Receives Holiday Donation from Orland Park Lion’s Club The Orland Park Lion’s Club presented a substantial donation to the Orland Township Food Pantry. The Orland Park Lions Club graciously arrived at Orland Township on Friday, Nov. 19, with a substantial donation for the Orland Township Food Pantry to assist residents experiencing financial hardship,…

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Orland Township offers Bingo with Santa

Posted on November 27, 2021November 27, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township offers Bingo with Santa
Orland Township offers Bingo with Santa

Orland Township offers Bingo with Santa Join Supervisor Paul O’Grady, Orland Township and Orland Township for a jolly good time! Ticket purchase includes game access, dinner (Pizza & Salad), and pop. Papa Joe’s Italian Cuisine – Orland Park, 14459 S. La Grange Rd. Orland Park, IL 60462 Friday, December 10, 2021, from 5 to 8 PM Space is…

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Orland Township hosts digital Toy Drives for needy families

Posted on November 24, 2021November 24, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township hosts digital Toy Drives for needy families
Orland Township hosts digital Toy Drives for needy families

Orland Township hosts digital Toy Drives for needy families Orland Township is offering digital donation opportunities in their 2021 Holiday Program, and showcasing other Toy Drives for needy families Wishing to help Orland Township make the lives of local families a little brighter this season, but just don’t have the time?  Donate to the Orland…

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SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress

Posted on November 23, 2021November 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress
SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress

SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress Days after rightwing extremist Keith Pekau announced he is running for the Republican nomination for Congress with the support of Tea Party fanatic Jeanne Ives, Congresswoman Marie Newman continued to rack up endorsements from the 6th District’s leading workers unions and municipal leaders. Newman faces Sean…

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All Adults Eligible for COVID-19 Booster Shots

Posted on November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on All Adults Eligible for COVID-19 Booster Shots
All Adults Eligible for COVID-19 Booster Shots

All Adults Eligible for COVID-19 Booster Shots The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have approved the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for all adults. Boosters provide increased protection against COVID-19 infection, reducing your chance of getting sick or spreading the virus. Individuals age 18 and…

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Orland Township Receives 2021 Top Hat Award

Posted on November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township Receives 2021 Top Hat Award
Orland Township Receives 2021 Top Hat Award

Orland Township Receives 2021 Top Hat Award The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago presented the award on Sunday, Nov. 21. On Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago awarded Orland Township with their Top Hat Award during the Annual Memorial and Awards Mass held at St. Mary Magdalene,…

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Orland Township’s hosts Bingo with Santa

Posted on November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township’s hosts Bingo with Santa
Orland Township’s hosts Bingo with Santa

Orland Township’s hosts Bingo with Santa Santa’s on his way to celebrate in Orland Township! Whether you’ve been naughty or nice; don’t think twice about attending Orland Township’s Bingo with Santa! Children and their families are invited to join Santa Claus and Supervisor Paul O’Grady with the Board of Trustees in celebrating the most wonderful…

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Orland Township’s Holiday Letters to Elders Program

Posted on November 20, 2021November 22, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township’s Holiday Letters to Elders Program
Orland Township’s Holiday Letters to Elders Program

Orland Township’s Holiday Letters to Elders Program Spread Holiday cheer to a Senior who lives near! Program offers service hours to students who volunteer Orland Township’s annual Holiday Program, which provides a yearly holiday meal, gifts, and other personal items to more than 200 families and young children who experience financial difficulties, is expanding and…

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Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress

Posted on November 17, 2021November 28, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress
Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress

Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau is planning to run for Congress in the newly re-mapped 6th District which is a Democratic stronghold that pits in next year’s elections two incumbent Democrats, Marie Newman from the old 3rd District, and Sean Casten from the old 6th District. Newman…

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U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

Posted on November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors
U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Monday Nov. 15, 2021 that she has received endorsements from ten suburban mayors and village presidents for her re-election to Congress in Illinois’ new 6th District in the Spring Democratic primary elections. “I’ve been in government for years and I’ve never…

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Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair a Success

Posted on November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair a Success
Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair a Success

Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair a Success The Township’s annual event showcased nearly 40 companies. More than 100 individuals showed up in their best business casual attire, with resumes in hand, hoping to ‘fall’ into a new job at Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair. A variety of industries were represented by nearly 40 companies in…

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Chicagoland communities honor vets on Veteran’s Day Nov. 11

Posted on November 9, 2021November 10, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Chicagoland communities honor vets on Veteran’s Day Nov. 11
Chicagoland communities honor vets on Veteran’s Day Nov. 11

Chicagoland communities honor vets on Veteran’s Day Nov. 11 Communities throughout the Chicagoland land area will honor those who served or continue to serve in the U.S. Military on Veterans Day Nov. 11, 2021 with a variety of program. A sincere dedication to all of the individuals who are serving, have served and those who…

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Neighbor alerts 911 on home fire, no injuries

Posted on November 3, 2021November 3, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Neighbor alerts 911 on home fire, no injuries
Neighbor alerts 911 on home fire, no injuries

Neighbor alerts 911 on home fire, no injuries The Orland Fire District was alerted at 11:58 AM of a house fire on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 by a neighbor who  noticed smoke coming from a house behind them in the 16800 block of 89th Ct. in Orland Hills. The first arriving companies arrived within 3…

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Orland Township offers Holiday Giving opportunities for needy families

Posted on November 1, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township offers Holiday Giving opportunities for needy families
Orland Township offers Holiday Giving opportunities for needy families

Orland Township offers Holiday Giving opportunities for needy families Orland Township’s Holiday Program is now accepting donations As the 2021 Holiday Season begins, Orland Township is ready to accept donations for this year’s Holiday Program; and there are several ways to participate. For over 30 years, Orland Township has provided a yearly holiday meal, gifts,…

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Orland Township flu shots for public and continues to offer COVID vaccines to Seniors

Posted on October 30, 2021October 30, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township flu shots for public and continues to offer COVID vaccines to Seniors
Orland Township flu shots for public and continues to offer COVID vaccines to Seniors

Orland Township flu shots for public and continues to offer COVID vaccines to Seniors Orland Township residents have the opportunity to receive seasonal flu-shots on select days. The Township is also continuing to offer COVID vaccinations and booster shots to senior citizens Orland Township has extended the dates for flu shots through November. No appointments necessary, shots…

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