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FIRE UPDATE: Fire District releases photos of kitten saved from Orland Park apartment fire Saturday

Posted on October 26, 2025October 26, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on FIRE UPDATE: Fire District releases photos of kitten saved from Orland Park apartment fire Saturday
FIRE UPDATE: Fire District releases photos of kitten saved from Orland Park apartment fire Saturday

FIRE UPDATE: Fire District releases photos of kitten saved from Orland Park apartment fire Saturday Orland Fire Protection District, IL – Firefighters with the Orland Fire Protection District who responded to a fire in an apartment at the 15200 block of El Camino Terrace on Saturday morning said the next day that they did find…

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Orland Park apartment fire Saturday morning, no injuries

Posted on October 25, 2025October 25, 2025 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Park apartment fire Saturday morning, no injuries
Orland Park apartment fire Saturday morning, no injuries

Orland Park apartment fire Saturday morning, no injuries Orland Fire Protection District, IL — At 5:40 AM on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, units of the Orland Fire Protection District responded to a fire located at a two-story apartment building on the 15200 block of El Camino Terrace in Orland Park. Upon arrival, firefighters reported smoke…

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

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 firefighter suffers minor injuries in responding to home fire

Posted on September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland firefighter suffers minor injuries in responding to home fire
Orland firefighter suffers minor injuries in responding to home fire

Orland firefighter suffers minor injuries in responding to home fire Orland Fire Protection District, IL – One firefighter with the Orland Fire Protection District suffered minor injuries but was treated and released after battling a home fire in Orland Park Tuesday (09-23-25) afternoon. Emergency calls identified heavy smoke billowing from a two-story residential home with…

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No one injured in Orland Park apartment building fire Thursday

Posted on September 11, 2025September 11, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on No one injured in Orland Park apartment building fire Thursday
No one injured in Orland Park apartment building fire Thursday

No one injured in Orland Park apartment building fire Thursday Orland Fire Protection District, IL – No one was injured when an Orland Park home caught fire Thursday. OFPD Officials are investigating the cause of the fire that burned the kitchen of an apartment building, but suspect it may be related to the oven in…

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Orland Township to offer Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program

Posted on September 2, 2025September 2, 2025 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Township to offer Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program
Orland Township to offer Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program

Orland Township to offer Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program Orland Township is proud to introduce the launch of its Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, an initiative designed to prepare residents to support themselves and their neighbors in times of emergency, Township officials said Tuesday. By educating community members on disaster preparedness and response,…

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Taste of Orland Park Draws Over 35k Attendees in Triumphant Return to Village Center

Posted on August 7, 2025August 7, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Taste of Orland Park Draws Over 35k Attendees in Triumphant Return to Village Center
Taste of Orland Park Draws Over 35k Attendees in Triumphant Return to Village Center

Taste of Orland Park Draws Over 35k Attendees in Triumphant Return to Village Center The Village of Orland Park is celebrating the resounding success of its 22nd annual Taste of Orland Park, presented by Northwestern Medicine, which welcomed more than 35,000 attendees over the course of the weekend.  Returning to its original home at the…

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Orland Fire District responds to home fire, no injuries

Posted on August 2, 2025August 2, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire District responds to home fire, no injuries
Orland Fire District responds to home fire, no injuries

Orland Fire District responds to home fire, no injuries The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) responded to a structure fire call at 6:30 AM, Saturday, August 2, 2025, located at the 15600 Block of 112th Court in Orland Park. On arrival, OFPD Engine Company #3 reported heavy smoke and fire coming from the home. Firefighters…

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Federal Grand Jury in Chicago Indicts Five Individuals for Alleged Covid-Relief Fraud

Posted on August 2, 2025August 2, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Federal Grand Jury in Chicago Indicts Five Individuals for Alleged Covid-Relief Fraud
Federal Grand Jury in Chicago Indicts Five Individuals for Alleged Covid-Relief Fraud

Federal Grand Jury in Chicago Indicts Five Individuals for Alleged Covid-Relief Fraud A federal grand jury in Chicago has indicted five individuals for allegedly fraudulently obtaining millions of dollars in small business loans and other benefits under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act. George Kavroulakis, Athanasios Intzes, Adam Jaber, Hassan Kurdi and…

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Wrapped in Honor – Orland Park Police Department Salutes Officer Returning from Service

Posted on July 31, 2025July 31, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Wrapped in Honor – Orland Park Police Department Salutes Officer Returning from Service
Wrapped in Honor – Orland Park Police Department Salutes Officer Returning from Service

Wrapped in Honor – Orland Park Police Department Salutes Officer Returning from Service The Orland Park native returned from deployment, police vehicle unveiled in his honor Officer Jordan Legris, who just returned from a tour of duty in Somalia, received a hero’s welcome on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, when the Orland Park Police Department unveiled…

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Taste of Orland Park Returns to Village Center with Food, Fun and Festivities

Posted on July 12, 2025July 12, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Taste of Orland Park Returns to Village Center with Food, Fun and Festivities
Taste of Orland Park Returns to Village Center with Food, Fun and Festivities

Taste of Orland Park Returns to Village Center with Food, Fun and Festivities Northwestern Medicine sponsors Aug 1-3 event packed with music, food and entertainment The Taste of Orland Park, presented by Northwestern Medicine, will return to the Village Center from Aug. 1-3. “We are thrilled to bring the Taste of Orland Park back to…

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Frozen with an Orland Firefighter at McDonald’s

Posted on July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Frozen with an Orland Firefighter at McDonald’s
Frozen with an Orland Firefighter at McDonald’s

Frozen with an Orland Firefighter at McDonald’s Orland Park, IL – About 100 children and their parents participated in an exploration of an Orland Fire Protection District Fire Truck at a “Frozen with a Firefighter” event hosted by McDonald’s in Orland Park. Each child and parent attending the event received a free Frozen drink, courtesy…

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Orland Fire District reports several 4th of July fires but no injuries

Posted on July 5, 2025July 5, 2025 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Fire District reports several 4th of July fires but no injuries
Orland Fire District reports several 4th of July fires but no injuries

Orland Fire District reports several 4th of July fires but no injuries Orland Park, IL — Officials of the Orland Fire Protection District reported on Saturday that there were eight minor fires due to the use of fireworks but no injuries during the 4th of July holiday Friday. Interim Fire Chief John Purtill said that…

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Village of Orland Park to Host Annual Veterans Golf Classic

Posted on July 2, 2025July 2, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Village of Orland Park to Host Annual Veterans Golf Classic
Village of Orland Park to Host Annual Veterans Golf Classic

Village of Orland Park to Host Annual Veterans Golf Classic Event to be held August 26 at Silver Lake Country Club, 9:30 a.m. shotgun start Registration is now open for the 2025 Veterans Golf Classic, hosted by the Village of Orland Park. Scheduled for Tuesday, August 26, at Silver Lake Country Club located at 14700…

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Property tax bills delayed in Orland Township

Posted on June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Property tax bills delayed in Orland Township
Property tax bills delayed in Orland Township

Property tax bills delayed in Orland Township Orland Township Assessor Rich E. Kelly made the following announcement Monday, June 30, 2025: When Cook County’s second installment property tax bills are sent on time, tax bills hit mailboxes in late June and are due around August 1, 2025.  This year, however, the mailing and due dates…

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Orland Park Announces Independence Day Celebration July 3

Posted on June 17, 2025June 17, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park Announces Independence Day Celebration July 3
Orland Park Announces Independence Day Celebration July 3

Orland Park Announces Independence Day Celebration July 3 All are invited to enjoy the full lineup of activities and entertainment beginning July 3 and extending into July 4  The Village of Orland Park has a fun-filled two-day celebration planned in honor of America’s birthday.  On July 3 at 7 p.m., we will kick things off…

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Orland Fire participates in Village Touch a Truck event June 12

Posted on June 9, 2025June 12, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire participates in Village Touch a Truck event June 12
Orland Fire participates in Village Touch a Truck event June 12

Orland Fire participates in Village Touch a Truck event June 12 The Orland Fire Protection District will participate with the Village of Orland Park for their “Food Trucks & Touch a Truck” night to be held on Thursday, July 12, 2025. Children and families will be able to enjoy food at the event and also…

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