Train Underpass, Starbucks Liquor Make Progress
A proposed rail bridge at the west side train station, which lets people pass underneath while the trains go overhead, will look similar to this. LAKE FOREST — A long studied pedestrian underpass at...
View ArticleBack to the 80s Bash at Gorton
Gorton Community Center came alive their recent Back to the 80s event, held in honor of the Drop-In Center’s 30th Anniversary, as well as John Hughes’ popular films created in the 80s. Guests came in...
View ArticleFirst Lake Forest Business Pitch Night
LAKE FOREST – Join local investors and entrepreneurs for the first Lake Forest Business Pitch Night on Tuesday, March 15 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Gorton Community Center auditorium, 400 Illinois Road,...
View ArticleLegal Aid Plans Family Law Training
HIGHLAND PARK – The Highland Park-Highwood Legal Aid Clinic is pleased to offer a training on Family Law on March 16, at 7 p.m., at the Firehouse Youth Center. Family law is one of the highest areas of...
View ArticleOuilmette Foundation Backs Bird Habitat
WILMETTE – The Ouilmette Foundation for the Parks is spreading its wings in support of efforts to create a habitat for migratory birds at Gillson Park. On Sunday, March 13, the Ouilmette Foundation...
View ArticleOpinion: Vote Holland, Lanphier, Rintz
The March 15th election provides an opportunity to elect three Winnetka residents to the Village Council that have the experience, track record and reputation we need for Winnetka to move forward and...
View ArticleOpinion: Caucus Candidates for Winnetka
Louise Holland, Penny Lanphier and Chris Rintz are the most qualified candidates to serve us on the Village Council. I know them personally and have worked with each during my years of service to...
View ArticleOpinion: Follow Teachers, Vote Yes
The D112 referendum is creating excitement, confusion and dividing our community into 3 categories: “YES”, “NO” and “undecided” voters. Within the “YES” and “NO” groups, each person has unique reasons...
View ArticleOpinion: HP Just Not There Yet
“We’re just not there yet.” When I heard NSSD112 Superintendent Michael Bregy speak these words recently to a packed house at Ravinia Nursery School—referencing that there was no current plan as to...
View ArticleOpinion: RNA Should Own Its Opinion
The Ravinia Neighborhood Association wants to use its influence to persuade people to vote no on the referendum. I actually have no issue with that other than thinking them wrong. The problem is that...
View ArticleOpinion: Vote for Our Dad, Chris Rintz
Our Dad – Is dedicated and hardworking in all aspects of his life. Is incredibly humble and will surely be embarrassed by this letter. He loves our family, our dog, Bailey, his cars, and the occasional...
View ArticleBravo Waukegan Drums Up Support
A brand new Yamaha snare drum is unveiled. LAKE FOREST – Bravo Waukegan delivered new drums and equipment to the Waukegan High School JROTC Drum and Bugle Corps recently. The students were eagerly...
View ArticleElection: Highland Park Referendum
HIGHLAND PARK – Yard signs planted squarely on the front lawns of Highland Park homes illustrate how split the community is over North Shore District 112’s school consolidation proposal. One day this...
View Article1000 Skokie Gets Narrow Nod
More than 100 people crowded into the Northbrook Village Hall Board Room to learn if the village trustees will approve the development of 1000 Skokie Blvd. NORTHBROOK — A mixed use development...
View ArticleWilliam Ried
William “Bud” Ried, 89, longtime resident of Northbrook, passed away March 5, 2016. Bud was a WWII Navy Veteran and was an officer with the Northbrook Police Department for over 20 years. Loving...
View ArticleJames L. Rohrabaugh
James L. Rohrabaugh, 82, of Northbrook, passed away March 3, 2016. Beloved husband for 54 years of Carol; father of Beth Ann Tarter, Bradley James (Margaret), Brenda Leeann, and Blake Andrew (Nicole);...
View ArticleNeighbors of Kenilworth
Kelly Amonte Hiller, head coach of the Women’s Lacrosse team at Northwestern University, captivated the audience at The Kenilworth Club during the Neighbors of Kenilworth’s recent event, Building a...
View ArticleYard Signs Stolen
WILMETTE – Two yard signs were taken from in front of a home in the 3500 block of Thornwood. The signs, which stated “Stop Loyola Parking Lot,” were reported missing... Read More
View ArticleAttempted Burglary
GLENVIEW – Someone attempted to break into a home in the 2000 block of Franklin Drive, police reports state. On March 2 a resident reported that the patio door was damaged and ajar. The damage was...
View ArticleGlencoe Gears Up for Grand Prix
GLENCOE – The village is getting ready for its 10th Annual Glencoe Grand Prix, an all-day, pro-cycling event where hundreds of cyclists from all over the globe race in downtown Glencoe. All proceeds...
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