Author: Gary Kopycinski

Reporter: ‘Park Forest Really Has Its Act Together’

Commentary By Gary Kopycinski Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– That’s what a local reporter for another publication said to me Monday evening in the Board Room in Park Forest. "Park Forest really has its act together," the reporter said. "Very transparent." I like that. As a sitting trustee, hearing that from a[Read More…]

Former Chicago White Sox Executive, Two Former Scouts for Sox in Latin America Indicted in Alleged Kickback Scheme

Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– A former professional baseball player scouting executive for the Chicago White Sox and two former scouts for the team in Latin America were indicted today on federal fraud charges of allegedly accepting kickbacks totaling approximately $400,000 from signing bonuses and contract buyouts paid to secure 23 prospective players[Read More…]

AARP: Deficit Commission Proposal Hurts Middle Class Americans

Washington–(ENEWSPF)–November 10, 2010.  With the release of the Co-Chairs’ proposal from the President’s Fiscal Commission today, AARP has responded with concern about how these recommendations would hurt the health and financial security of middle class Americans in particular, and believes that the proposal is contrary to the best interests of[Read More…]

Recycle, Then Bird at Monee Reservoir

Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 10, 2010.  Sometimes recycling is a bit of a chore, but it can be fun if you combine it with a little birding.  That’s possible at Will County’s recently opened electronics recycling site at the Monee Reservoir, 27341 Ridgeland Ave., Monee. It’s simple to use – just[Read More…]

Rocking Horse Depot Recalls to Repair Rocking Horse Toys Due to Strangulation Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 10, 2010.  The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]

Big Ideas Marketing Recalls to Repair Horse-on-a-Stick Toys Due to Strangulation Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 10, 2010.  The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]

Federal Reserve Announces Online Publication on Credit Reports and Credit Scores

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 10, 2010.  A new online resource from the Federal Reserve provides practical answers to questions about credit reports, credit scores, and the importance of protecting personal credit histories. The Consumer’s Guide to Credit Reports and Credit Scores describes the content of a credit report, explains how a credit[Read More…]

Attorney General Lisa Madigan Recognized for Commitment to Internet Safety

Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–November 10, 2010.  Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has been honored with an outstanding achievement award by the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) for her commitment and work in the field of online safety. She accepted the “Family Online Safety Institute Award for Outstanding Achievement,” during the organization’s 4th Annual[Read More…]

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