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Jim Spoto Named Orland Township’s Senior American Idol

Posted on March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Jim Spoto Named Orland Township’s Senior American Idol
Jim Spoto Named Orland Township’s Senior American Idol

Jim Spoto Named Orland Township’s Senior American Idol Jim was crowned 2024 Senior American Idol after progressing through 3 rounds of the singing competition. Orland Township’s Senior American Idol is an annual event that brings together talented seniors to showcase their musical abilities. This year, Jim Spoto won against 11 other contestants and inspired everyone…

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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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Chicago Wolves host food drive Saturday April 24

Posted on April 20, 2021April 20, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Chicago Wolves host food drive Saturday April 24

Chicago Wolves host food drive Saturday April 24 Donate non-perishable goods at Allstate Arena to help Common Pantry GLENVIEW, ILLINOIS – The Chicago Wolves are hosting a Food Drive from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 24, at Allstate Arena in Rosemont. All of the canned goods and other non-perishable items the Wolves collect…

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Twentieth Anniversary of Shop with a Cop – December 14, 2019

Posted on December 4, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Twentieth Anniversary of Shop with a Cop – December 14, 2019
Twentieth Anniversary of Shop with a Cop – December 14, 2019

Twentieth Anniversary of Shop with a Cop – December 14, 2019 Twenty years ago, a group of Hoffman Estates Police Officers started a project to bring gifts and food to families in need during the Holiday Season. Seeing the faces of these children and their families change from despair to joy, the Officers pledged to…

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Fire Districts asks community to donate to Toy Drive

Posted on November 22, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Fire Districts asks community to donate to Toy Drive
Fire Districts asks community to donate to Toy Drive

Fire Districts asks community to donate to Toy Drive The Orland Fire Protection District is hosting its annual TOY DRIVE this year!  “The drive is very important and helps bring cheer and smiles to the faces of children and families who are facing need this holiday season,” said Orland Fire Chief Michael Schofield. “We’re asking members of the…

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Hurley Holds Business Attire Clothing Drive to Benefit Local Non-profit

Posted on November 28, 2018November 28, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hurley Holds Business Attire Clothing Drive to Benefit Local Non-profit
Hurley Holds Business Attire Clothing Drive to Benefit Local Non-profit

Hurley Holds Business Attire Clothing Drive to Benefit Local Non-profit State Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, is holding her 6th Annual Business Attire Clothing Drive this year for young adults from November 29 to December 14. Hurley is encouraging residents in the community to donate new and gently used business clothing attire to benefit the Mercy…

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Orland Veterans host care package collection

Posted on November 5, 2018November 5, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Veterans host care package collection
Orland Veterans host care package collection

Orland Vets host Care Package Collection Nov. 4 The Orland Park Veteran’s Commission hosted a “Care Package Collection” event for current U.S. Military Personnel. In addition to the Village of Orland Park Veterans Commission, the event was co-sponsored by Stone Church, Park View Christian Church, and Kruse’s Krew. Veteran’s Commission Director Tom Dubelbeis explained it…

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Advantage: Bridgeview police

Posted on May 21, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Advantage: Bridgeview police

Advantage: Bridgeview police Nip firefighters in basketball game for charity  By Steve Metsch Bridgeview Fire Chief Mike Daly, Police Chief Ricardo Mancha, and the village trustees had fun at the last village board meeting talking about the recent “Battle of the Badges” basketball game played between the police and fire departments. The police won by…

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Orland Park Announces Hurricane Harvey Relief Effort

Posted on August 30, 2017September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park Announces Hurricane Harvey Relief Effort
Orland Park Announces Hurricane Harvey Relief Effort

Village of Orland Park Announces Hurricane Harvey Relief Effort The Village of Orland Park, Illinois is collecting to help Texas residents affected by Hurricane Harvey with its Orland Park Hurricane Harvey Relief Effort. Three village facilities have been designated to accept donations from area residents including Orland Park’s Frederick T. Owens Village Hall at 14700 South…

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