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Revamping SeatGeek site

Posted on June 17, 2020June 17, 2020 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Revamping SeatGeek site
Revamping SeatGeek site

Revamping SeatGeek site Bridgeview hopes it improves promoting events By Steve Metsch The Bridgeview Village Board has approved a contract to upgrade the website of SeatGeek Stadium, which, it hopes, will be easier for visitors to navigate and be better used to promote events. The board on June 3 unanimously approved the agreement with Americaneagle.com….

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SeatGeek welcomes movies

Posted on June 17, 2020June 17, 2020 By Steve Metsch 1 Comment on SeatGeek welcomes movies
SeatGeek welcomes movies

SeatGeek welcomes movies Chicago Drive-In Theater a success in Bridgeview By Steve Metsch On a warm evening, Crystal Skoczylas and her extended family settled down for a fun night in the parking lot of SeatGeek Stadium. They were among hundreds of other movie buffs there for the first drive-in movie shown outside the stadium. Visitors…

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Dr. Wilson donates face masks to Chicagoland’s Arab American Community

Posted on June 16, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Dr. Wilson donates face masks to Chicagoland’s Arab American Community
Dr. Wilson donates face masks to Chicagoland’s Arab American Community

Dr. Wilson donates face masks to Chicagoland’s Arab American Community The Willie Wilson Foundation donated thousands of face masks and gloves to members of the Chicagoland Arab American and Muslim Community on Monday during a meeting at the Palestine Club Center in Bridgeview. Wilson has been supporting all of the ethnic communities and the Chicagoland…

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Growing cannabis in Bridgeview

Posted on June 8, 2020June 8, 2020 By Steve Metsch 1 Comment on Growing cannabis in Bridgeview
Growing cannabis in Bridgeview

Growing cannabis in Bridgeview Board approves two permits; state OK needed  By Steve Metsch Two proprietors have cleared the first hurdles that may result in each opening a marijuana growing business in the village of Bridgeview. Village trustees have voted 6-0 in favor approving the two special-use permits needed. Jose Ibarra wants to open a…

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Virus claims parks, libraries

Posted on March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Virus claims parks, libraries

Virus claims parks, libraries Bridgeview Park District among few open By Steve Metsch In an attempt to slow spreading the coronavirus, scores of public facilities are closing their doors around the nation The Lyons, La Grange and Summit park district facilities are closed. However, the Bridgeview Park District is remaining open. The Summit, Lyons, Bedford Park…

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NIU Huskies to take on BYU at SeatGeek Stadium this Fall

Posted on February 12, 2020February 12, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on NIU Huskies to take on BYU at SeatGeek Stadium this Fall
NIU Huskies to take on BYU at SeatGeek Stadium this Fall

NIU Huskies to take on BYU at SeatGeek Stadium this Fall 2020 Huskie Chi-Town Showdown Set for Saturday, October 24 at Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium. The Northern Illinois University Huskies will take on the BYU Cougars at SeatGeek Stadium in the 2020 Huskie Chi-Town Showdown on Saturday, October 24, NIU Associate Vice-President and Director of Athletics Sean…

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Fire’s farewell saddens fans

Posted on October 1, 2019October 1, 2019 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Fire’s farewell saddens fans

Fire’s farewell saddens fans Soccer team leaving Bridgeview for Soldier Field By Steve Metsch The likely final game in Bridgeview for the Chicago Fire soccer team had fans feeling bittersweet. They were happy to attend Sunday’s game. They were looking forward to what the future may hold. And, many were feeling sad. Juan Hernandez, 41,…

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Bridgeview OKs marijuana tax

Posted on September 26, 2019September 27, 2019 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Bridgeview OKs marijuana tax

Bridgeview OKs marijuana tax No vendors yet, but tax in place in case By Steve Metsch No one has submitted proposals to open a business selling recreational marijuana in Bridgeview, but the village board is prepared if it happens. By a 6-0 vote, trustees at their Sept. 18 meeting approved setting up a cannabis retailers’…

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SeatGeek has the blues

Posted on September 17, 2019 By Steve Metsch No Comments on SeatGeek has the blues

SeatGeek has the blues Windy City Blues Fest in Bridgeview Oct. 5 By Steve Metsch The Windy City Blues Fest scheduled to return in October has a new home, SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview. Last year, it was held over a three-day September weekend in Lyons. This year, it, will be held on a single day,…

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Bridgeview Fire Vehicle stolen, no one injured

Posted on July 25, 2019July 27, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Bridgeview Fire Vehicle stolen, no one injured
Bridgeview Fire Vehicle stolen, no one injured

Bridgeview Fire Vehicle stolen, no one injured A Bridgeview Fire Department personal command vehicle (SUV) was left idling in “Park” in front of the Bridgeview Fire House Station 2 at 100th Place just west of Harlem Avenue where it was stolen Thursday morning around 11 am. The Battalion Chief had left the car running (which is…

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Twirling to glory

Posted on July 20, 2019July 20, 2019 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Twirling to glory

Twirling to glory Bridgeview girl takes her baton to nationals By Steve Metsch If things go as hoped, Sarah Shinsato will twirl her way to a national championship in South Bend. The 16-year-old Bridgeview girl – who on July 17 brought to a village board meeting three trophies she won this summer – will compete…

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Moraine Valley student represents state at National Honors competition

Posted on May 8, 2019May 8, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Moraine Valley student represents state at National Honors competition
Moraine Valley student represents state at National Honors competition

Moraine Valley student represents state at National Honors competition A Moraine Valley Community College student from Bridgeview, Illinois was named a semi-finalist in a Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) competition at the national honor society’s national conference in Florida. Jennifer Gutierrez, of Bridgeview, qualified to represent the college and Illinois in the national competition after winning the…

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Chicago Fire soccer makes changes

Posted on April 15, 2019April 15, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Fire soccer makes changes
Chicago Fire soccer makes changes

Chicago Fire soccer makes changes Chicago Fire soccer made several announcements involving players recently. Here is an updated on what they are: The Chicago Fire Soccer Club announced today that the Club has loaned midfielder Mo Adams to USL Championship side Memphis 901 FC. The Fire retains the right to recall Adams at any point…

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Restaurant Review: Oozi Corner Mediterranean Restaurant Bridgeview

Posted on April 1, 2019April 1, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Restaurant Review: Oozi Corner Mediterranean Restaurant Bridgeview
Restaurant Review: Oozi Corner Mediterranean Restaurant Bridgeview

Restaurant Review: Oozi Corner Mediterranean Restaurant Bridgeview By Ray Hanania Oozi Corner Restaurant is a new eatery located at 91st and Harlem with a large dining area and a creative menu of some of the best Middle Eastern and Arab food available in the Chicagoland area. Oozi or Ouzi is a Jordanian dish consisting of…

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Bridgeview venue renamed SeatGeek Stadium at Ribbon-cutting

Posted on March 7, 2019March 7, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Bridgeview venue renamed SeatGeek Stadium at Ribbon-cutting
Bridgeview venue renamed SeatGeek Stadium at Ribbon-cutting

Bridgeview venue renamed SeatGeek Stadium at Ribbon-cutting Bridgeview’s premiere sports and entertainment venue was renamed SeatGeek Stadium in a partnership with one of the country’s largest online ticketing and entertainment companies. The ribbon cutting was held on Thursday March 7, 2019 By Ray Hanania Bridgeview’s multipurpose venue was renamed SeatGeek Stadium during a ribbon cutting…

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Nitro Circus’ “You Got This” tour comes to Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium in Spring

Posted on February 13, 2019February 13, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Nitro Circus’ “You Got This” tour comes to Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium in Spring
Nitro Circus’ “You Got This” tour comes to Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium in Spring

Nitro Circus’ “You Got This” tour comes to Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium in Spring In 2018 Nitro Circus launched its all new You Got This show, performing in some of the world’s most famous arenas and wowed crowds all across the globe. Now the crew is ready to take 2019 by storm by bringing the adrenaline-charged…

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Step ahead of the state

Posted on January 24, 2019January 24, 2019 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Step ahead of the state

Step ahead of the state Gun shops, led by Lyons, mirror new state law By Steve Metsch Local gun shops are, as one employee said, “one step ahead of the state” when it comes to new legislation. Last week, Gov. JB Pritzker signed into law the Combating Illegal Gun Trafficking Act. The act will: ·Require…

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Pace Wraps up Central Harlem Avenue Corridor Plan

Posted on January 15, 2019January 15, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pace Wraps up Central Harlem Avenue Corridor Plan
Pace Wraps up Central Harlem Avenue Corridor Plan

Pace Wraps up Central Harlem Avenue Corridor Plan RTA funded plan prepares for faster, more frequent Pulse service Pace Suburban Bus, in partnership with the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), has completed the Central Harlem Avenue Corridor Study, a long-range plan to improve pedestrian and transit access along a ten-mile stretch of Harlem Avenue spanning Harlem…

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