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Orland Park Police Implement New Orland Park Neighborhood Watch Program

January 18, 2022January 18, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park Police Implement New Orland Park Neighborhood Watch Program Community encouraged to voluntarily register cameras to assist in crime prevention efforts The Orland Park Police Department recently unveiled its new Orland Park Neighborhood Watch program. The program is an opportunity for citizens to assist in crime prevention and identification of those responsible for crimes…

Crime, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland

Olympic Hockey Champion Kendall Coyne publishes new book

January 11, 2022January 11, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Olympic Hockey Champion Kendall Coyne publishes new book “As Fast as Her” is the exciting story of hockey star Kendall Coyne Schofield, who led the US Women’s Hockey team to Olympic gold and was the first female hockey player to compete in the fastest skater competition at the NHL All-Star weekend. Presale orders of the…

Books & Films, Cook County, Features, National, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Officials should take COVID impact on Seniors more seriously

January 10, 2022January 10, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Officials should take COVID impact on Seniors more seriously Candidates and politicians who criticize the mandates and government response to the deadly COVID pandemic are doing an injustice to Americans, especially to senior citizens, if they don’t offer an alternative plan to fight the virus. Nearly 75 percent of the 800,000 Americans who have died…

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Orland Township seeking Income Tax Assistance volunteers to help Seniors

January 10, 2022January 10, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township seeking Income Tax Assistance volunteers to help Seniors Make a difference by assisting local senior residents with filing simple tax returns. Looking to make a difference in the lives of seniors right in your own community? Orland Township is recruiting volunteers to assist local senior residents with filing simple tax returns online. If…

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Give the Gift of Holiday Safety: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Give the Gift of Holiday Safety: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over This holiday season, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is partnering with the Orland Park Police Department to share the message about the dangers of drunk driving. NHTSA and the Orland Park Police Department want all drivers to remember…

Crime, Government, News, Orland Park, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

Seniors Celebrate the Holidays with Orland Township

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Seniors Celebrate the Holidays with Orland Township The Township’s Holiday Luncheon attracted well over 350 guests. Over 350 guests attended a very festive luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 14 at Silver Lake Country Club, located at 14700 S. 82nd Ave. in Orland Park, to celebrate the Holiday season and enjoy an afternoon full of good food,…

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Orland Township hosts Bingo with Santa

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township hosts Bingo with Santa Families had a December to remember at Orland Township’s Bingo with Santa. Nearly 120 guests joined Orland Township in celebrating the most wonderful time of the year with pizza and Holiday Bingo with Santa! The event took place at Papa Joe’s Italian Restaurant, 14459 South La Grange Road, Orland…

Entertainment, Features, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland

Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders

December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Casten announces endorsements from 40+ local elected officials and community leaders U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) on Thursday announced the endorsements of 40+ Illinois elected officials and community leaders for his re-election campaign. This slate of endorsements includes Illinois state senators, Illinois state representatives, county elected officials, school board members, village trustees, mayors, and community…

Cook County, elections, Federal, Government, News, NewsWire, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Senator Hastings hosts Christmas Casino Night Dec. 16

December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Senator Hastings hosts Christmas Casino Night Dec. 16 Please join State Senator Michael Hastings at a Christmas Casino Night fundraiser in support of Senator Michael E. Hastings on Thursday, December 16th at 6:00 PM at Georgio’s Banquets in Orland Park. For questions or to RSVP please contact Kelly at Kelly@ilsenatedems.org or register onlineHERE. We look forward…

Cook County, elections, Entertainment, Events, Government, News, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland

Orland Park Police arrest woman who fired gun at Orland Mall parking lot

November 30, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park Police arrest woman who fired gun at Orland Mall parking lot During the evening of Saturday, November 27, the Orland Park Police Department was made aware of an altercation occurring in a parking lot located at 66 Orland Square Drive. An officer on the scene witnessed a female suspect holding a firearm in…

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Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress

November 17, 2021November 28, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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

October 30, 2021October 30, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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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