Roberts Park Fire Protection District promoted three members and commended nearly twenty for their work during devastating storms at a Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday. Firefighter/Paramedic Caitlin Flood was sworn in as a full-time member after completing her probationary year. Rebecca Scanlon was promoted to lieutenant. Lieutenant James Janchenko was promoted to battalion chief. The […]
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Former Argo D217 superintendent pleads not guilty to theft and official misconduct
William Toulios, the former superintendent of Argo Community High School District 217, has been charged with theft and official misconduct for allegedly using a district-issued credit card to pay for more than $10,000 in personal expenses, including adult websites, golf equipment, and gift cards.
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Street Fair brings needed relief to Hickory Hills
Hickory Hills held its 46th annual Street Fair on June 28, with many attendees marching down Roberts Road between 91st and 95th streets.
Posted inDVN New News
Lyons Township tornado damage: Property tax relief may be available
Residents of Hickory Hills, Justice, and Bridgeview who sustained significant damage from last week’s EF-2 tornado may qualify for property tax assessment reductions, the Lyons Township Assessor’s Office announced. Properties rendered partially or completely uninhabitable by the severe weather may be eligible for relief, according to Pat Hynes, township assessor. “We understand the challenges that […]
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Towns clean up after ‘double whammy’ of storms whip area
An EF-2 tornado last week left devastation in its wake from Hickory Hills to Midway Airport, according to the National Weather Service.
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Orland Park police kick off LaGrange Road safety campaign
Orland Park is working with Cook County, Palos Heights, Palos Hills, Hickory Hills and Willow Springs to crack down on speeding motorists.
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Hills Farmers Market returns for fifth season
The Hills Farmers Market opened for the season on Friday morning and drew a steady flow of customers to the Hickory Hills Municipal parking lot.
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South Suburban communities prepare for July fireworks celebrations
South Suburban communities will host July 3–4 fireworks displays at parks and stadiums, featuring evening shows around 9:30 p.m.
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Orland Park Area Gas Prices Drop Nearly 70 Cents in Two Weeks
Orland Park-area gas prices vary by 76 cents per gallon across 19 stations surveyed, with the cheapest at $4.23 and most expensive at $4.99.
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Mental Health Awareness Month inspires stronger minds through fitness
Hickory Hills trainer Sheri Figueroa highlights the strong link between physical fitness and mental health during Mental Health Awareness Month.