Linzey Jones (l to r), Rick Reinbold, Lauren Alspaugh, David Sevier, Deb Sedberry, John Ostenburg and Mark Stricker. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Matteson Area Chamber of Commerce held its 19th Annual State of the Villages Luncheon last Wednesday at Dining on the Green in Park Forest. Village officials[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
Two Men Charged in Theft of 40-foot Light Pole
Police found this 40-foot light pole still tied to a Jeep, shown here, ready to be towed. (Photo: PFPD) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Two men allegedly stole a 40-foot light pole from a construction zone in the area of Western Ave. and Steger Rd. They apparently didn’t hide it well. When[Read More…]
Police Break Up Brawl in Central Park
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– A verbal exchange between two 15-year-old girls that went sour was the alleged catalyst of a 75-person brawl in Central Park two Saturdays ago. According to police, the entire incident allegedly started when one 15-year-old girl looked at another 15-year-old girl and said, "What are you looking[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Report – June 30, 2008
The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Wendy Heise) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— Editor’s Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other[Read More…]
Supremes Explode on Right to Bear Arms
Commentary Thursday’s decision by the United States Supreme Court protecting an individual right to own a gun for personal use is good news for some, but downright frightening for those who worry about the ever escalating gun violence in our area and the rest of the country. First, the New[Read More…]
Decoding a Gay Guy’s Dating Profile
So now you have the PERFECT profile on a reputable dating site. One of the great features these sites have, is the ability to match you’re profile features to potential members who may meet your requirements. Add the human touch! Don’t let a computer do all the matching. I recently[Read More…]
Whoever Wins U.S. Presidency, Iraqis Lose
Inter Press Service By Ahmed Ali and Dahr Jamail* BAQUBA, Iraq (IPS) – Iraqis seem divided on who they would like to see as the next U.S. president, but few believe that either will end the occupation. "The U.S administration has committed a big mistake in Iraq," Adil Ibrahim, a[Read More…]
Displaced Homemakers Program Assists PSC Students
Chicago Heights , IL—(ENEWSPF)— Lesliefaye Gogins had a job but knew she could make more money to support her family with a college degree. She decided to return to college to better her life for her and her two children. While she received financial aid, she still needed tuition assistance.[Read More…]
PSC To Hold Free Jazz Concert
Chicago Heights , IL—(ENEWSPF)—Jazz lovers can enjoy a free concert featuring the Prairie State College (PSC) Extreme Big Band and PSC Jazz Pioneers Combo. The concert will be held Monday, June 30, at 7:30 p.m. , in the auditorium located on the main campus, 202 S. Halsted St. , Chicago[Read More…]
Prairie State College Student Visits Australia
PSC student Ivy Green in Australia. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights , IL—(ENEWSPF)— Prairie State College (PSC) student Ivy Green recently spent 10 days in Australia learning about Australian journalism and absorbing local culture. Green, a resident of University Park, was among an elite group of 72 students from the United[Read More…]
