Second grader Weronika Kozielec squirts ketchup on the head of Our Lady of the Snows School Principal Christina Avis at a recent gathering in the parking lot of the school, 4810 S. Leamington. But the condiment was not all that was dumped on the principal. Students, faculty and staff laughed and cheered as mustard, chocolate […]
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Posted inChicago - West Lawn
Brother, what a day today is
. By Peggy Zabicki Your correspondent in West Lawn 3633 W. 60th Place • (773) 504-9327 . May 24 is National Brothers Day. The word “brother” comes from the Latin root for “frater” and the Proto-Germanic word “brothar” which itself comes from the Proto-Indo-European root “bhrater.” I’m sure everyone already knows that, but I thought […]
Posted inChicago - Archer Heights, Your Town
May your Memorial Day be meaningful
. By Mary Stanek Your correspondent in Archer Heights and West Elsdon 3808 W. 57th Place • (773) 517-7796 . I hope we all will have a meaningful Memorial Day. Let us remember that this day is set to honor military personnel who died in service of their country. Memorial Day also marks the unofficial […]
Posted inChicago - Clearing, Chicago - Garfield Ridge, Your Town
Summer calendar filling up quickly
. By Patti Tyznik Your correspondent in Clearing and Garfield Ridge (708) 496-0265 • ptyznik@gmail.com . Summer is rapidly approaching, and the neighborhood is geared up for lots of great summer fun and activities. The Midway Chamber of Commerce’s farmer’s market will be opening on Wednesdays at the end of May through September at Archer […]
Posted inChicago - Chicago Lawn
Golf is for all at Marquette Park
. Kathy Headley Your correspondent in Chicago Lawn and Marquette Manor 6610 S. Francisco • (773) 776-7778 . Last week we began by talking about how golf season is in full swing at Marquette Park. What if you have thought about playing, but have never played before? There are three programs at Marquette, one of […]
Posted inChicago - Clearing, Chicago - Garfield Ridge, DVN Top News, SWNH Top News, Top News, Your Town
Legislation to acquire new police district facility on Southwest Side passes General Assembly
. Porfirio, Guerrero-Cuellar measure heads to Pritzker’s desk . From staff reports State Senator Mike Porfirio (D-11th) and State Rep. Angelica “Angie” Guerrero-Cuellar (D-22nd) recently passed legislation in the General Assembly to acquire a new police district facility representing their districts on the Southwest Side. The bill passed both chambers with veto-proof margins. The legislation […]
Posted inOpinion
A Memorial Day grilling from a curmudgeon
. By Ray Hanania . I’m a veteran, so I get to talk about the other issues we face on Memorial Day besides remembering those who saved and who gave their lives to defend this country. I am not knocking them, of course. I am knocking those who exploit Memorial Day for their own profits. […]
Posted inMayhem
Robbers hitting Chicago Lawn
. From staff reports Police are warning the public about a robbery crew working the south end of Chicago Lawn. Crimes scenes include: At least one of the crimes was a carjacking, although police declined to offer details. The bandits were described as black men ages 20-30, from 5-foot-5 to 5-foot-11, 130 to 200 pounds, […]
Posted inMayhem
Moving scammers out there, BBB warns
. By Better Business Bureau staff . Moving is always a stressful project. Throw in the threat of a moving scam, and things get even worse. Before hiring a moving company, careful research is necessary to avoid falling victim to a moving scam. These scams run the gamut from missing items, massive price hikes and […]
Posted inMayhem
Burglars hitting local businesses
. From staff reports Police are alerting the public to what appears to be a crew of burglars hitting businesses across the city. A CPD alert noted 10 separate crimes. Three were committed against Southwest Side businesses on Friday, May 17: Police declined to name the businesses. In each case, burglars used a hammer or […]