Police officers from across the region gathered atop Dunkin’ locations Friday, May 15, to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois, with participating departments selling merchandise and collecting donations throughout the morning. From 5 a.m. to noon, officers and village officials participating in Cop on a Rooftop staffed tables at multiple locations. The effort paid off: […]
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Willow Springs students collect hundreds of pounds of food for pantry
Willow Springs School District 108 collected a significant amount of non-perishable food during a two-month drive in April and May, with donations set to reach the Willow Springs Food Pantry on June 16. The effort was coordinated by Emily Jones, a teacher and Student Council advisor. The drive drew contributions from students, families, and residents […]
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Justice woman named Senior State President for Children of the American Revolution
Carrie Bernardoni to lead Illinois youth organization through 2028.
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New Paisans for Archer and Cicero; Chase Bank to build on SW Highway
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Support Light the Line at Pop-N-Pizza on May 21
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Manteno cops hit roof for Special Olympics
The wind gust seemed to almost blow off the roof sometimes, but the Manteno Police Department survived another year of Cops on the Rooftop!
Posted inDVN Business
End of an Era: Judge signs off on closing Ford City Mall
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Village of Forest View honors artist Lois L. Hrejsa with dedicated wall in Village Hall
Longtime resident’s art collection, legacy inspire community tribute.
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La Grange pet parade returns May 30
Parade kicks off downtown celebration with new mascot and a hall of famer as honorary grand marshal.
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Tails of Redemption: how shelter dogs became therapy dogs
Cook County helps shelter dogs find their purpose — and change lives along the way.