The Oak Lawn police force has added a sergeant to the ranks to begin the new year. Joseph Lutzke was officially promoted to sergeant during the Oak Lawn Village Board meeting Tuesday night. Lutzke took the oath from Village Clerk Claire Henning. Police Chief Daniel Vittorio said that Lutzke has been a positive addition to […]
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Worth considers new garbage ordinance adjustments
An ordinance that was recently passed to prevent garbage from overflowing from containers outside apartment complexes may be an unfair burden for some owners in Worth, according to one trustee. An ordinance passed Dec. 3 stipulates that all garbage, refuse and ashes collected shall be placed in metal containers equipped with tight-fitting covers. The ordinance […]
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Worth passes ordinance mandating covered garbage containers
Worth officials have decided the village needs to take garbage disposal more seriously. The Worth Village Board passed an ordinance during its Dec. 3 meeting stipulating that all garbage, refuse and ashes collected must be placed in metal containers with tight-fitting covers. According to the ordinance, the containers must have handles to allow one person to lift […]
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Oak Lawn delivers an early gift: No property tax hike
Oak Lawn residents received an early Christmas present Tuesday night with the announcement that property taxes will not go up in 2025. Residents received the good news during the Oak Lawn Village Board meeting. Trustee Alex Olejniczak (2nd) was ecstatic that property taxes will not rise next year. “I want to thank the board for […]
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Evergreen Park food pantry expands Thanksgiving aid
As families prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, volunteers from the Evergreen Park Food Pantry are stepping up to support those in need. Evergreen Park Trustees Carol Kyle and Mark Phelan have been leading efforts to collect food and clothing for residents facing hard times. They are joined by the Village Pantry Coalition, established in 1981 by […]
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UPDATE: Priest cleared of abuse charges
A local priest who was asked to step aside over allegations of sexual abuse of a minor was reinstated by the Chicago Archdiocese on Saturday. The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services closed their investigation of the Rev. Martin “Marty” Marren, who was temporarily relieved of his duties on Nov. 9. The priest had […]
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Cloudy skies fail to dampen Veterans Day tribute in Worth
Under overcast skies and a brisk wind, Worth Mayor Mary Werner joined a crowd Sunday morning to honor veterans at the town’s annual Veterans Day Observance. The ceremony at the Eternal Flame Memorial on 111th Street and Harlem Avenue brought together local officials, Scouts, and community organizations to pay tribute to veterans from all eras. […]
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Evergreen Park cops nab suspects with license-plate reading camera help
Commendations are in order for members of the Evergreen Park Police Department who recently made a series of arrests that may have prevented major crimes. A license-plate reading camera alerted Evergreen Park police to a vehicle wanted by Markham Police for fleeing and eluding officers. Police found the vehicle parked at Aldi, 2541 W. 95th […]
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Acorn to Oak studios highlight young artistic talent in Oak Lawn
The organizers of Acorn to Oak Studios in Oak Lawn aim to celebrate all things art. The studio was founded in November 2022, with an initial information event held in the north wing of Pilgrim Faith Church, 9411 S. 51st Ave. The first official session took place on Feb. 5, 2023. Andrea Zumhagen, a co-founder […]
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Loaf at first sight: Oak Lawn gets its first sourdough spot
The Village of Oak Lawn welcomed its first sourdough bread bakery and cafe last week, and judging by the reception, it couldn’t have come a moment too soon. The grand opening of Ancestral Oven Sourdough Bakery and Cafe, located at 4616 W. 103rd St., took place the morning of Oct. 31. The owners are the […]