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Orland Fire hosts meeting on helping Seniors who live alone Nov. 5

Posted on October 23, 2025October 23, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire hosts meeting on helping Seniors who live alone Nov. 5
Orland Fire hosts meeting on helping Seniors who live alone Nov. 5

Orland Fire hosts meeting on helping Seniors who live alone Nov. 5 The Orland Fire Protection District will host its monthly Coffee and Conversation meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 and address the challenges facing individuals and seniors who live alone.  The meeting is from 10 AM until 12 Noon and will be held at…

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Hastings, Giannoulias announce opening of temporary driver services facility in Orland Park

Posted on September 30, 2025September 30, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hastings, Giannoulias announce opening of temporary driver services facility in Orland Park
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Hastings, Giannoulias announce opening of temporary driver services facility in Orland Park State Senator Michael E. Hastings and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias joined community leaders Monday to announce the opening of a temporary driver services facility at CTF Illinois in Orland Park. “This facility represents more than just a place to renew a license…

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Secretary of State Drivers Facility Moving to New Orland Park Location

Posted on September 26, 2025September 26, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Secretary of State Drivers Facility Moving to New Orland Park Location
Secretary of State Drivers Facility Moving to New Orland Park Location

Secretary of State Drivers Facility Moving to New Orland Park Location Temporary Drivers Facility to Open September 29 in Orland Park, Permanent Location Coming Soon, in a major victory for the leadership of Orland Park Mayor Jim Dodge, and especially for senior citizen residents of the Orland Park region. The new facility will be located…

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Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health

Posted on August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health
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Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health Orland Park, IL – The Orland Fire Protection District will host its monthly Coffee & Conversation for the public on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, featuring two speakers who will address individual fatigue and how to empower your personal health and activism. Residents of…

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Northwestern Medicine Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report in Annual Best Hospital Rankings

Posted on July 29, 2025July 29, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Northwestern Medicine Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report in Annual Best Hospital Rankings
Northwestern Medicine Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report in Annual Best Hospital Rankings

Northwestern Medicine Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report in Annual Best Hospital Rankings Northwestern Medicine hospitals have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report annual Best Hospital rankings. For the 14th consecutive year, Northwestern Memorial Hospital has been named to the Best Hospital Honor Roll. Additionally, Northwestern Memorial Hospital is the only Illinois…

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Hastings supports legislation to lower prescription drug costs

Posted on May 31, 2025May 31, 2025 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Hastings supports legislation to lower prescription drug costs
Hastings supports legislation to lower prescription drug costs

Hastings supports legislation to lower prescription drug costs State Senator Michael E. Hastings is supporting two significant pharmacy bills aimed at protecting patient access to pharmacies and health care services by hospitals engaged in the federal 340B program. “Excessive and flat-out unfair prices are being set on prescription drugs with no accountability,” said Hastings (D-Frankfort)….

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Orland Fire Protection District hosts Coffee & Conversation March 12

Posted on February 24, 2025February 24, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District hosts Coffee & Conversation March 12
Orland Fire Protection District hosts Coffee & Conversation March 12

Orland Fire Protection District hosts Coffee & Conversation March 12 The Orland Fire Protection District will host is next “Coffee & Conversation” public meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 beginning at 10 AM. The meeting features special guests who address topics of interest to district residents. This meeting’s focus is “Empowered Aging: Finding the Right…

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Orland Fire to host annual “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” Senior Luncheon on March 14

Posted on February 10, 2025February 13, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire to host annual “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” Senior Luncheon on March 14
Orland Fire to host annual “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” Senior Luncheon on March 14

Orland Fire to host annual “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” Senior Luncheon on March 14 Tickets for the Orland Fire Protection District’s popular Senior Citizen “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” luncheon go on sale beginning Monday, Feb 17, 2025, at the OFPD Administration building, 9790 W. 151st Street. The event will be held on March 14. It sells out…

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