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Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government

Posted on August 25, 2023August 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government
Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government

Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government Standard & Poor’s, one of the nation’s most prestigious financial rating agencies, on Wednesday, August 23 announced they raised the Credit Rating for the Township of Lyons Government due to its strong financial status. Standard & Poor’s raised the Township Rating from AA to AA+ citing…

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Orland Township Youth Commission Summer Picnic

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township Youth Commission Summer Picnic
Orland Township Youth Commission Summer Picnic

Orland Township Youth Commission Summer Picnic Orland Township’s Youth Commission offers food trucks, games, and fun at upcoming Summer Picnic. Are you in 6th grade or higher? Earn community service hours while having fun by attending the Orland Township Youth Commission Summer Picnic! The Orland Township Youth Commission (OTYC) is a “community service group” that…

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Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club

Posted on June 14, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club
Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club

Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club Are you looking to try new restaurants and meet new friends? This club might be perfect for you. Join Supervisor Paul O’Grady and other Orland Township senior residents for food, drinks, and fun! The Supervisor’s Supper Club will meet quarterly for dinner at different local…

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Supervisor O’Grady hosts COVID booster clinic, and Fabulous February craft show

Posted on January 12, 2022January 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Supervisor O’Grady hosts COVID booster clinic, and Fabulous February craft show
Supervisor O’Grady hosts COVID booster clinic, and Fabulous February craft show

Supervisor O’Grady hosts COVID booster clinic, and Fabulous February craft show Orland Township Hosts another successful COVID-19 Booster Clinic. hosts. Nearly 100 residents arrived to receive their dose; Orland Township hosts “Feel Fabulous February” Orland Township’s Winter craft show offers an evening of relaxation. Nearly 100 residents arrived at Orland Township on Wednesday, Jan. 12, to receive a…

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Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness

Posted on November 30, 2021November 30, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness
Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness

Orland Township’s Holiday Program: Highlighting Donor Kindness In the spirit of holiday giving, one very special resident of Orland Park donated more than 146 winter hats to Orland Township. In the spirit of holiday giving, one very special resident of Orland Park donated more than 146 winter hats to Orland Township. Jean Metzler, 86, has…

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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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Orland Township offers Holiday Giving opportunities for needy families

Posted on November 1, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township offers Holiday Giving opportunities for needy families
Orland Township offers Holiday Giving opportunities for needy families

Orland Township offers Holiday Giving opportunities for needy families Orland Township’s Holiday Program is now accepting donations As the 2021 Holiday Season begins, Orland Township is ready to accept donations for this year’s Holiday Program; and there are several ways to participate. For over 30 years, Orland Township has provided a yearly holiday meal, gifts,…

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Orland Township to host Senior American Idol Oct. 21, 2021

Posted on October 12, 2021October 12, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Township to host Senior American Idol Oct. 21, 2021
Orland Township to host Senior American Idol Oct. 21, 2021

Orland Township to host Senior American Idol Oct. 21, 2021 Orland Township’s evening of dinner, dancing, and live entertainment. Join Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady and the Board of Trustees for an evening of dinner, dancing, and live entertainment as fourteen seniors compete for the title of 2021 Orland Township Senior American Idol! After three…

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Fight The Flu at Orland Township

Posted on August 24, 2021August 24, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Fight The Flu at Orland Township
Fight The Flu at Orland Township

Fight The Flu at Orland Township Flu Shot Clinics are starting at the Township in September. In attempt to continue to further protect the community this year, Orland Township residents will have the opportunity to receive their seasonal flu-shots on select days in the coming months. Starting on September 1st, flu shots will be available…

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Community turns out for Orland Township Health Fair

Posted on August 14, 2021August 14, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Community turns out for Orland Township Health Fair
Community turns out for Orland Township Health Fair

Community turns out for Orland Township Health Fair The public turned out to ready their children for the opening of local schools at the Orland Township Back-to-School Health Fair Saturday August 14. Orland Township’s Back-to-School Health Fair, hosted by Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady and the Board of Trustees, greeted the families and were joined…

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Orland Township presents Scholarship awards

Posted on May 26, 2021May 26, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Orland Township presents Scholarship awards

Orland Township presents Scholarship awards The Orland Township Scholarship Foundation awarded 17 area students scholarships recognizing their academic excellence. The scholarship presentations were made by Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady and members of the Orland Township board which is recognized as one of the best and most efficient government agencies in the Orland Park region Orland…

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Orland Township, in Partnership with Jewel-Osco, Holds Third Vaccine Event

Posted on April 13, 2021April 13, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Orland Township, in Partnership with Jewel-Osco, Holds Third Vaccine Event

Orland Township, in Partnership with Jewel-Osco, Holds Third Vaccine Event “Together We Vaxed:” more than 2,000 residents receive COVID-19 vaccine Orland Township, in partnership with Jewel Osco pharmacy, recently held its third and largest vaccine distribution event, administering the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to more than 2,000 residents, according to the office of Orland Township Supervisor…

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