When Tim O’Connell isn’t working his 9-to-5 job as a heavy maintenance mechanic at Alsip MiniMill LLC, he’s spending his weekends scaring visitors at Killdare Haunted City, an attraction named Best Old School Haunt by the Haunt Awards. For O’Connell, this haunted house isn’t just a hobby—it’s a passion project driven by his lifelong love […]
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Palos Heights police arrest flannel-clad suspect in multi-state identity theft case
Two Palos Heights residents, both banking through Old National Bank, recently became victims of aggravated identity theft. The case, which extended across multiple states, required collaboration between the Palos Heights Police Department and investigators in Minneapolis. “Both victims reported to the department about 10 days apart, on Sept. 9 and Sept. 18, 2024,” said Sgt. […]
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Bridgeview firefighter’s haunted house returns to spook locals
Bridgeview firefighter Tony Roeback’s graveyard-themed haunted house display is back for locals and neighboring townies to enjoy this Halloween season. The go-to haunted house at 7216 W. 72nd St. is back, featuring popular animatronics from Halloween movie classics, unique light fixtures, projection shows, and live performances to get neighbors into the Halloween spirit. Ringleader Tony […]
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Palos United Methodist Church hosts pet blessing
It was a lively occasion as a pair of Great Danes, a cat named Gus, and an elderly Beagle-Lab mix named Seamus were among the four-legged attendees gathered Sunday afternoon, Oct. 6, at Palos United Methodist Church for the annual pet blessing celebrating the Feast of St. Francis. Pastor Caitlyn Nesbit led the ceremony at […]
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‘Selma’s Sweets Run 4 Peace’ 5K at Moraine Valley Community College
Selma’s Sweets Run 4 Peace 5k at Moraine Valley Community College gathered over 1,000 attendees for Palestine Child Relief Fund. “When I think about PCRF’s first inauguration nearly 11 years ago, we had a great group by far, but this is the largest group I’ve seen attend this event. Congratulations,” said Mayor Gerald Bennett. Runners […]
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Palos Heights approves façade grant for Golden Shoes
Palos Heights aldermen were busy last month approving payments for road projects and demolition as well as a façade improvement. On September 17, council members approved a $206,939 payment to Simpson Construction for demolition needed for the pool improvement project. Additionally, a request was approved to purchase required Illinois Department of Public Health double doors […]
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Historic Worth Restaurant marks 75th anniversary
Longtime customers Ed Palenik (left) and his dad Ed Palenik enjoying breakfast on September 15. Tucked away modestly yet directly in the Village Plaza, along West 111th Street, lies the historic Worth Restaurant. Formerly known as Worth Snack Shop and Loretta’s Snack Bar, the eatery at 6948 W. 111th St., has been an integral part […]
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Orland Park man charged for shooting tow truck, taking victim at gunpoint
A 26-year-old Orland man was arrested last week after he fired shots at a tow truck driver and took another person hostage at the auto repair shop where he worked, Chicago Ridge police said. Mahyoub Dawabsha was taken into custody on Tuesday, August 20, by Chicago Ridge officers who responded to a call of shots […]
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Hickory Hills gears up for annual carnival
Hickory Hills’ seventh annual carnival will be here this weekend for local families and friends to partake in the city’s final stretch for a sunny summer-ending hurrah. Angel Sanchez, the Hickory Hills Park District Recreation Manager for the past 12 years, and his dedicated team members have been tirelessly curating diverse activities for everyone to […]