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Opinion: Easing restrictions in coronavirus wake is irresponsible

May 14, 2020May 14, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Opinion: Easing restrictions in coronavirus wake is irresponsible Some political leaders, especially those on the extreme far right, are calling for coronavirus restrictions to be lifted, even though the number of infections continues to increase. These officials are being irresponsible. With them on the far right extreme, and Gov. J.B. Pritzker on the far left…

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O’Grady urges Orland Township residents to salute student graduates during virus restrictions

May 9, 2020May 10, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

O’Grady urges Orland Township residents to salute student graduates during virus restrictions Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady steps up to recognize the 2020 students whose graduations have been disrupted because of restrictions intended to stop the spread of the deadly coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. O’Grady, one of the most praised officials in the Orland region, said…

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Orland Park opens recreational services as state modifies coronavirus restrictions

May 6, 2020May 6, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park opens recreational services as state modifies coronavirus restrictions As Illinois’ modified stay-at-home takes effect, Recreation and Parks provides an update regarding programs and services Tennis and Pickleball Courts Open For Singles Play Frisbee Golf and Dog Park Open with Restrictions Governor Pritzker’s modified stay-at-home order took effect May 1 and runs through the…

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Orland Home under renovation damaged by fire

April 20, 2020April 20, 2020 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Orland Home under renovation damaged by fire A home under renovation on the 147th Block of Holly Court in Orland Park was damaged by fire on Monday. Neighbors witnessed heavy smoke coming from the property and alerted the Orland Fire Protection District. Firefighters arriving on the scene quickly brought the fire under control. Officials from…

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Opinion: Orland Mayor accuses me of writing fiction over public meeting

April 16, 2020July 5, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Opinion: Orland Mayor accuses me of writing fiction over public meeting Orland Park’s controversial Mayor Keith Pekau is upset that I publicized his angry personal attacks against Trustee Dan Calandriello from a public meeting he held on April 6 and accused me of writing fiction. But the truth is on the audio tape that the…

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Several pets killed in single family Orland Park Home fire on Easter Sunday

April 13, 2020April 13, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Several pets killed in single family Orland Park Home fire on Easter Sunday A fire in an Orland Park home that occurred when the residents were not in the home on Easter Sunday (April 12, 2020) took the lives of three dogs and two cats, officials of the Orland Fire Protection District said. Officials said the…

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Orland Park Provides Updates and Resources for Residents and Businesses Amid COVID-19 Crisis

April 10, 2020April 10, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park Provides Updates and Resources for Residents and Businesses Amid COVID-19 Crisis Many forms of messaging have been provided by the Village of Orland Park aimed at both the residential and business communities. From daily social media updates with information including resources such as providing much needed masks to Orland Park’s medical offices, to…

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Opinion: Mayor Keith Pekau’s “Watergate” problem

April 9, 2020April 20, 2020 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Opinion: Mayor Keith Pekau’s “Watergate” problem Did the Pekau administration on Thursday edit the audio files of Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau bullying Trustee Dan Calandriello in order to prevent taxpayers from hearing his vicious and personal attacks against another elected official? Pekau was angry because I published an opinion column that quoted his remarks…

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Opinion: Orland Mayor bullies Trustee who asked village to help struggling local businesses

April 6, 2020April 9, 2020 Ray Hanania 5 Comments

Opinion: Orland Mayor bullies Trustee who asked village to help struggling local businesses Once again, Keith Pekau demonstrated why he should not be the mayor of Orland Park. He has no class, is a political bully, and loves to attack anyone with whom he disagrees. On top of that, he doesn’t know how to run…

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O’Grady proposes using vacant Andrew land for popular Pioneers Football league

February 18, 2020February 18, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

O’Grady proposes using vacant Andrew land for popular Pioneers Football league Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady called on the Village of Orland Park, residents and local leaders to join in supporting a plan to convert land vacated by the Andrew Corporation to be used as fields for the popular Pioneer Football League. O’Grady noted that…

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Two Vehicle crash takes 5 year old girl’s life

January 25, 2020January 25, 2020 Press ReleaseChicago No Comments

Two Vehicle crash takes 5 year old girl’s life A young girl was killed in a two-car vehicle accident that took place at 151st Street and Harlem Avenue on Thursday evening around 9:30 pm in what witnesses described as snowy conditions. The accident damage to the two vehicles involved was described as extensive by Orland…

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94 West one of the best restaurants in the Southwest Suburbs

December 31, 2019July 5, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

94 West one of the best restaurants in the Southwest Suburbs If you are planning a celebration, there is no better place to do it over dinner than at one of the best restaurants in the Chicagoland suburbs, 94 West Restaurant, which is best known for its phenomenal steaks and seafood menus. 94 West boasts…

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Fire Districts asks community to donate to Toy Drive

November 22, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

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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Orland Park Police participate in Thanksgiving Traffic Safety campaign

November 20, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park Police participate in Thanksgiving Traffic Safety campaign Travelers are urged to buckle up and designate a sober driver this Thanksgiving As Illinoisans gear up for one of the busiest travel times of the year, the Orland Park Police Department announced its plans for a traffic safety campaign focusing on impaired and unbuckled drivers….

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Difference between O’Grady and Pekau is night and day

November 13, 2019November 29, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Difference between O’Grady and Pekau is night and day Opinion: A battle over whether or not Orland Park can close a once-a-week homeless shelter at a local church has pitted Orland Park’s Mayor Keith Pekau against Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady. Pekau is trying to prevent Hope Covenant Church from hosting the weekly homeless shelter…

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O’Grady slams Pekau over homeless shelter

November 11, 2019December 3, 2019 Ray Hanania 2 Comments

O’Grady slams Pekau over homeless shelter By Ray Hanania Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady criticized Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau Monday over the mayor’s refusal to permit Hope Covenant Church to operate a one-day each week shelter for homeless. O’Grady, who oversees Township services that assist families and individuals in need as well as senior…

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Marie Newman Endorsed by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky

November 5, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Marie Newman Endorsed by Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky By Ray Hanania Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky announced Tuesday (Nov. 5, 2019) that she is endorsing Marie Newman, the leading Democratic candidate challenging Congressman Dan Lipinski for the 3rd District seat. Schakowsky is a leading moderate voice in the Democratic Organization and an outspoken critic of President Donald Trump….

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Orland Park native exemplifies “We Build, We Fight” legacy of Navy Seabees

August 22, 2019August 22, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park native exemplifies “We Build, We Fight” legacy of Navy Seabees By Alvin Plexico Navy Office of Community Outreach “We Build, We Fight” has been the motto of the U. S. Navy’s Construction Force, known as the “Seabees,” for more than 75 years. Commander Michael Meno, a 1991 Carl Sandburg High School graduate and…

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