For approximately six weeks, 30-year Garfield Ridge resident Al Cacciottolo has been ringing doorbells and speaking in-person to introduce himself as a candidate to replace Marty Quinn.
Category: Clear-Ridge Reporter We/Us
Update: Mark Twain shooting victims identified
Two school custodians were fatally shot Monday afternoon, August 10, at Mark Twain Elementary School in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood.
Check out Little Free Libraries in Clear-Ridge area: Alexis Bocanegra
Those interested in starting their own Little Free Library can pick a legal location, build or buy a library box, register it online, and create a steward account. It’s that easy!
Donald Wiberg, legendary Kennedy High School teacher, dies
Until next time, keep being nice to one another and share a smile! Please continue submitting information to my email: ptyznik@gmail.com.
Obbie’s Pizza carries on despite fire
Obbie’s Pizza, located on Archer Avenue, is temporarily closed due to a recent fire. No one was injured, and first responders extinguished the fire quickly.
Summer weather sure to bring out the rats
As temperatures rise, rats become more active in Clearing and Garfield Ridge. The problem is preventable with proactive attention.
Garfield Ridge, Clearing celebrate summer with parades, library programs, community activities: Patricia Tyznik
The annual Patriots Day Parade was held on June 25, and it was one of the best. It started with a pre-parade party at Valtas Insurance Agency, located at 6108 S. Archer Ave., which was celebrating 25 years of service. They provided free tacos, hot dogs, soda, popcorn and bubbles. There was a DJ, dance […]
Top cop Larry Snelling announces surprise retirement
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling, who led record crime reductions, retires July 15 after tensions with Mayor Johnson over arrest decisions.
Midway Chamber marks nation’s 250th with Patriots Day parade, Toy Story party
Midway Chamber’s annual Patriots Day parade drew elected officials, first responders, and residents to Garfield Ridge on June 25.
Gratitude for Clear-Ridge’s response after June tornado and storms
Chicago officials express appreciation for city workers and neighbors who pitched in to clean up after the June tornado.
