LeRoy Sims (left) and chess Grandmaster Len Weber match wits Saturday at Dining on the Green. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 25, 2010. Last week President Obama invited Americans to nominate candidates for the Presidential Citizens Medal, the nation’s second highest civilian award. For over 40 years, the Presidential[Read More…]
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In and Around Park Forest Week of January 18, 2010
Mayor Ostenburg (right) presents resolutions honoring Mike Carroll and Helen Neel, recently retired from the Village of Park Forest. Mike worked for more than 35 years in the Department of Public Works, and Helen served more than 28 years as a Recreation and Parks Maintenance Worker. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park[Read More…]
How And Where To Donate To Haiti
Ross Brazzale with new friends in Pignon, Haiti. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– In the wake of the recent disaster in Haiti, the Village of Park Forest would like to offer the following information on a few organizations currently collecting funds towards relief efforts. The American Red Cross has always[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of January 11, 2010
Village Ambassadors greet new residents at Saturday’s New Residents Night at the Illinois Theater Center. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– January 11, 2010. At last Saturday’s New Resident Reception, Mayor Ostenburg spoke about the many diverse activities that occur regularly in Park Forest and how fortunate we are to live[Read More…]
H1N1 Vaccine Available at Park Forest Health Department
The Park Forest Health Department is located in the basement of Village Hall. (Photo: Wendy Heise) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Park Forest Health Department located in the lower level of Village Hall (350 Victory Drive) now has a limited supply of H1N1 vaccines available. H1N1 vaccines will be given by[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of January 4, 2010
New solar panels on the Aqua Center bathhouse, which is undergoing major renovation, will produce hot water. (Photo: Aqua Center on Facebook) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– January 4, 2010. No matter how many times you experience the Midwest winters, the arrival of the cold, snowy weather is always a shock to[Read More…]
H1N1 Vaccine Now Available at Park Forest Walgreens
H1N1 vaccines are now available at the Park Forest Walgreens. (Photo: Wendy Heise) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Walgreens Pharmacy located at 15 S. Orchard, Park Forest is now administering H1N1 vaccines while supplies last. Please call the Park Forest Walgreens at 708-481-7878 to confirm vaccination dates and times. To locate[Read More…]
Managing Park Forest Week of December 28, 2009
Mayor John Ostenburg (right) presents Mary Wilson with a proclamation recognizing her 24½ years of service to the Village of Park Forest. Mary recently retired. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– December 28, 2009. Village Management Village Board Meeting The next meeting of the Village Board is scheduled for Monday, January[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of December 28, 2009
Park Forest Monday lies under a blanket of snow and cold, but has so far avoided blizzards that have hit other areas in the Midwest. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– December 28, 2009. It’s hard to believe that another year has come and gone. While many of us will make[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of December 21, 2009
Trustee Gary Kopycinski (left) met with a local Boy Scout Troop last week. Pictured, beginning second from left, are Kyle Stoginski, Deandre Johnson, Scoutmaster Greg Robertson, Antonio Smith, Divario Jackson, Josh Metoyer, Luke Hering, Assistant Scoutmaster Matt Stoginski, Committee Member Bill Brazzale and Kevin Pharr. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–[Read More…]
