Rock ‘n’ Rolling at the Mall
A youngster bangs away at the drums. Photo courtesy of Rock N Roll experience. NORTHBROOK — Have you ever wanted to write rock music? Have you ever wanted to play guitar or drums with a rock band? Have...
View ArticleOpinion: Alzheimer’s Needs Funding
Recent decades have seen an extraordinary shift in our expectations when confronted with what once were terminal illnesses, except for Alzheimer’s. Growing recognition of this disease however now finds...
View ArticleThe Art of Fashion
Neiman Marcus Northbrook cleared its upper floor atrium and rolled out the red carpet for the luxury retailer’s annual “Art of Fashion” show in September. After a reception with creative food and...
View ArticleLBMS To Host Opening Bash & Ribbon-Cutting
LAKE BLUFF – A celebratory opening event will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at the newly renovated and expanded Lake Bluff Middle School. Community members are encouraged to join the...
View ArticleSiskel Film Series Features Director Q&A
LAKE FOREST – In its 2nd season, the Gorton Community Center is presenting a full series of films curated by the Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. The 2nd season...
View Article10th District: Forum on Mental Health
Illinois NORTHBROOK – U.S. Rep. Robert Dold and former U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider, 10th Congressional District candidates, will participate in Election 2016: A Candidate Forum on Mental Health and Social...
View ArticleSteer Clear Of Bats
The Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center is urging residents to avoid bats. During fall, people may encounter bats more frequently since some bats are migrating and others are looking...
View ArticleCoffee With A Cop
LAKE FOREST – Oct. 7 is National Coffee Day and the Lake Forest Police Department wants to treat members of the community to a free cup of regular coffee and a real conversation about issues that...
View ArticleThe Truth About Liquid Facelifts
The term liquid facelift is flashier than the reality. Many individuals hear the term and immediately believe that the results from a liquid facelift can rival those of a surgical procedure, such as...
View ArticleBring On The Bagels To Break-The-Fast
Once Upon a Bagel co-owner Steve Geffen with warm Challa. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOEL LERNER/JWC MEDIA HIGHLAND PARK – After atoning for their sins on Yom Kippur Oct. 11 and 12, many ravenous worshipers will...
View ArticleLB Mom Makes A Run for Recovery
Victoria Van EsbroeckPHOTOGRAPHY BY JOEL LERNER/JWC MEDIA LAKE BLUFF — A lot of local people know about the things Victoria Van Esbroeck has done wrong. The Lake Bluff mom of two would also like people...
View ArticleCreepy Clowns Reported In HP & Beyond
A national trend of “creepy clowns” approaching people to intimidate and threaten has reached the suburbs of Chicago. “Creepy clown” sightings were reported at schools in both Highland Park and...
View ArticleParents Tell D-112 Board: Slow Down
HIGHLAND PARK – There wasn’t an empty seat in the house at the Oct. 4 North Shore School District 112 meeting where more than 30 residents voiced concerns about the proposed Budget Deficit Reduction...
View ArticleHP’s Penick continues to elevate his game
D.J. Penick, seen her in earlier action this season, played a major role in HP’s 14-0 win over Deerfield. The senior finished with 166 rushing yards. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOEL LERNER Highland Park High...
View ArticleAthlete of the Month: LF’s Ashley Williams
Ashley Williams. PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE HANDWERKER Every team needs a power hitter. And Ashley Williams certainly fits that profile. The senior opposite has been a force for the Lake Forest’s girls...
View ArticleGBS’s Wojick plays game in electric fashion
Glenbrook South’s Sarah Wojick bumps the ball during volleyball action against Maine South. PHOTOGRAPHY BY GEORGE PFOERTNER Outside hitter Sarah Wojick elevated and executed a kill on behalf of...
View ArticleWeinzimmer a true winner for Glenbrook North
TJ Weinzimmer, seen here on the sidelines during Glenbrook North’s win over Maine East, is averaging 18 yards per catch this fall. PHOTOGRAPHY BY GEORGE PFOERTNER You can take your choice with TJ...
View ArticleSalako a difference maker in NT lineup
New Trier’s Al-ameen Salako gets ready to strike the ball in full stride during earlier action this fall. PHOTOGRAPHY BY LYNN TRAUTMANN Growing up in Nigeria, New Trier senior midfielder/forward...
View ArticleMendez pours on the pressure in win over St. Rita
Omar Mendez (No. 50) sacks St. Rita quarterback Jake Zylman. The LA nose tackle had two sacks in the 35-3 victory. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOEL LERNER Omar Mendez doesn’t play the game in gentleman-like...
View ArticleNew approach fits LF’s Folker to a tee
Lake Forest High School’s Jason Folker, seen here during earlier action this fall, earned medalist honors at the North Suburban Conference and regional meets. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOEL LERNER The weather at...
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