They are Grateful to the Donors and Supporters Who Were Part of this Initiative Alsip, IL–(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2013: Sertoma Centre, Inc. has operated its Good as New Thrift Store and Training Centre in Matteson for several years. Although there have been recent initiatives to increase sales and decrease expenses, the[Read More…]
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Governor Quinn Convenes School Safety Summit
More than 50 Education, Public Safety, Mental Health and Law Enforcement Officials Meet to Seek Ways to Further Safeguard Illinois Schools SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today convened top experts from across the state for a summit to develop short and long-term actions to further safeguard schools in Illinois.[Read More…]
Eastern Illinois University Receives Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education
Springfield–(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2013. Going above and beyond basic veterans’ services while fostering a veteran-friendly atmosphere, Eastern Illinois University (EIU) has been chosen as the Fall 2012 recipient of the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education, the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) announced today. “On behalf of Governor Pat Quinn,[Read More…]
‘Dr. Fuhrman’s Immunity Solution’ to be Screened at UUCC on January 26
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 21, 2013. The Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest, will screen the movie ‘Dr. Fuhrman’s Immunity Solution’ on Saturday, January 26 at 7 p.m. A discussion will follow the movie. Dr. Joel Fuhrman, M.D., a specialist in the prevention and reversal of diseases,[Read More…]
Inauguration Day March for a Moratorium on Deportations
On First Day of President’s 2nd Term, Chicago Rallies to Reunite Raided Families, Stop Deportations CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2013. What: Immigrant Rights March for a Moratorium on Deportations When: 11:00am Monday, January 21, 2013 Where: Daley Plaza 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, IL (Rally will then march to Federal Plaza, estimated[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of January 21, 2013
A worker dangles in the air Saturday by the mobile tower next to the Park Forest Fire Station. The tower, paid for by mobile companies, doubles as a flag pole. (ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 21, 2013. If you want to be a homeowner by participating in the Habitat for Humanity[Read More…]
Cook County Election Information: Apply now to vote by mail; Register to vote by Jan. 29
Chicago-(ENEWSPF)- Contests and candidates are now posted at cookcountyclerk.com for the Feb. 26, 2013 Consolidated Primary Election and 2nd Congressional District Special Primary Election. About 430 precincts will be open in suburban Cook County in the 2nd Congressional District, Berwyn, Palatine and Thornton townships, and the municipalities of Berwyn, Calumet City, Cicero,[Read More…]
Governors State University Pre-performance Lecture Focuses on Hip Hop as Learning Tool
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Hip Hop music, poetry, and dance – and how they can be used as an educational tool – will be discussed during a special pre-performance lecture event at 5 p.m. on Thursday, January 24, in Governors State University’s Engbretson Hall. “Braid Tales – the ZigZags and Twists[Read More…]
Wilton Center Farm Group to Hold Organizational Meeting on January 23
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 19, 2013. The Wilton Center Farm Group will hold an organizational meeting on Wednesday, January 23 at 9 p.m. at the Hirsch Funeral Home 3501 W. Lincoln Highway, Matteson. Work has started at the farm but an organization structure has not been formalized. The purpose of this[Read More…]
Fire Sprinkler Valve Prop Donation Provides Leaning Opportunity for PSC Fire Academy Students
Photo, left to right: Tom Augustyn, Thomas Lia, Eric Radtke, Dean Townsend, Paul Rosenthal, Jerry Kennedy, Chad Vlietstra, Patty Zuccarello, Bill Brei, Marie Hansel, and Rich Atwood. (SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Students in the Prairie State College (PSC) fire science program now will have the opportunity to actually see how[Read More…]
