Desplaines Valley News
Justice celebrates long-time business owners
By Carol McGowan Longtime business owners were recognized earlier this month as part of Justice’s Milestone Recognition Program. Peggy Schillne, economic development coordinator for the village, said the awards are something the village hands out annually to recognize businesses that have been operating in the village for a long time. Trustee Stan Ogorek presented Gregory…
Read MoreNot all are happy with Lyons Township plan to ease flooding
Most residents approve buying house for detention pond By Steve Metsch The Township of Lyons will proceed with plans to buy a house in the 6200 block of Linden Lane, demolish it and put in a detention pond to ease area flooding, but it wasn’t an easy approval process. Resident voted in favor of the…
Read MoreKoc rejoins Lyons ZBA; mayor honors longtime dentist
By Steve Metsch One familiar face is returning to the Lyons Zoning Board of Appeals. And another familiar face was honored by Mayor Christopher Getty when the village board held its meeting on Oct. 18. First, the board unanimously approved appointing James Koc to the ZBA. Getty later presented dentist Mira Andre, owner of Very…
Read MoreArea Sports Report: Nazareth finishes run to Class 5A state title game
By Jeff Vorva Staff Writer Nazareth has played in five state championship football games. But the Roadrunners never took a road this bumpy to get there. After opening the season 1-3 and at one point being 2-4, they had to run the table just to make it to the playoffs. Mission accomplished. They beat Leo,…
Read MoreBoys and Men’s 2022-2023 Hoops Preview
HIGH SCHOOLS BROTHER RICE The Crusaders finished 24-7 last season and fell 60-49 to Bloom in a Class 4A regional championship game. While almost every key player — aside from forward Jayden Watson, who transferred to Bloom — will be back from last year’s team, there will be a new coach leading the way. Conte Stamas,…
Read MoreNew Palos Hills salon adds to Harlem Avenue rejuvenation
By Joe Boyle The view of empty businesses along Harlem Avenue had frustrated Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett over the years. But when it appeared the most bleak, Kalid Baste and a group of relatives entered stating that they can rejuvenate the area just south of 103rd and Harlem and make it a destination point. Baste and several…
Read MoreMcCook Police Chief Svetich says ‘it’s time’ will retire in June
By Steve Metsch Saying the time has come after 35 years on duty, McCook Police Chief Steve Svetich is planning to retire on June 30. Appointed chief in June of 2021, Svetich has submitted a letter notifying the village board of his plans. Svetich lives in Willow Springs, but he grew up in McCook. He…
Read MoreLyons honors veterans for their ‘sacrifice and dedication’
By Steve Metsch On a cool and sunny Nov. 11, Lyons Mayor Christopher Getty, members of Emil Scheive American Legion Post 699 and about 50 residents paused to honor our veterans. The Veterans Day ceremony held outside the village hall began on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. That’s when…
Read MorePolice Reports for November 17
COUNTRYSIDE Man arrested for waving gun at bar A Chicago man was arrested October 27 for allegedly threatening people with a gun at Time Out Sports Bar, 6025 S. LaGrange Road. Jose J. Mendoza, 45, of Chicago, was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. Aggravated assault, battery and disorderly conduct. Police…
Read MoreCook County Second Installment property tax bills are now online
Cook County’s Second Installment property tax bills have been posted at cookcountytreasurer.com, where bills can be viewed, downloaded and paid with no added surcharge. “My office has finally received the figures to print 1.8 million property tax bills,” said Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas. “We have posted the bills online to accommodate homeowners impacted by…
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