The Rhine VFW Post 2729 filled with potential adopters, supply vendors, and rescue animals Friday as the Regarding Rainey Non-Profit Dog Foundation held its first “Hot Fun In The Summertime” Dog and Cat Adoption Event. The free event, held from 3 to 8 p.m. at 5858 S. Archer, drew animals from 10 rescues including Chicago […]
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Summit Park Father’s Day car show draws hundreds, celebrates community and car culture
The annual Father’s Day car show at Summit Park on Saturday brought together more than 200 vehicles and dozens of vendors to celebrate fathers and the car culture that binds the community together. Held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the park, 5700 S. Archer Road in Summit, the free event featured classics, muscle […]
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Law Tigers Motorcycle Lawyers giving away free fuel to riders this week
The giveaway happens Tuesday, June 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gas N Wash, 5641 W. 65th Street in Bedford Park. Motorcycle riders can pull in during that window for a free fill-up. Law Tigers staff will be on site to meet riders. Adam Collopy, co-business officer and ambassador for the Village of […]
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Lyons Township tornado damage: Property tax relief may be available
Residents of Hickory Hills, Justice, and Bridgeview who sustained significant damage from last week’s EF-2 tornado may qualify for property tax assessment reductions, the Lyons Township Assessor’s Office announced. Properties rendered partially or completely uninhabitable by the severe weather may be eligible for relief, according to Pat Hynes, township assessor. “We understand the challenges that […]
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One dead in two-car crash in Forest View
A 35-year-old Chicago man died early Friday after a two-car collision in Forest View, authorities said.
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Children mark Corpus Christi celebration with solemn procession through Berwyn, Stickney
Students in white communion dresses and suits led a Eucharistic procession Sunday, June 7, from St. Leonard Church in Berwyn to St. Pius X in Stickney, marking the Solemnity of Corpus Christi and celebrating children who recently received their First Communion. The procession began after the 1:30 p.m. Mass at St. Leonard Church, 3318 South […]
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Stickney celebrates Cinco de Mayo with food, music and community
The Village of Stickney held its annual Cinco de Mayo Mex Fest on Sunday, June 7, at 43rd and Ridgeland, drawing families for tacos, churros, face painting, and live entertainment. The free event ran from 2 to 7 p.m. and featured a petting zoo operated by A Zoo To You of Huntley, where children fed […]
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26 Argo High seniors awarded Higher Education Foundation scholarships totaling $39,000
Twenty-six seniors from Argo High School’s Class of 2026 received scholarships from the Argo Higher Education Foundation, with awards ranging from $500 to $2,500. Thirteen students earned Gold Tier scholarships of $2,500 each. Thirteen others received Silver Tier awards of $500. “These students have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and a deep commitment to their […]
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Masons donate bikes to reward young readers in SD 109
The Freemasons of Argo Summit Lodge No. 1133 and Sunrise Lodge No. 996 donated bicycles to students in Indian Springs School District 109.
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Summit firehouse dog Lola battles seizures; department seeks donations for care
Summit Fire Department’s beloved Dalmatian mascot, Lola, is recovering after a medical emergency that began with a seizure and escalated into a life-threatening condition.