Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 30, 2012. Park Forest’s January Business Breakfast will present ‘Getting Ahead of the Green Curve’ on Thursday, January 17 at Dining on the Green Banquet Hall, 349 Main Street in DownTown Park Forest. A complimentary full breakfast will be served at 8 a.m. with the presentation beginning[Read More…]
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IDOT, Illinois Law Enforcement Make Big Plans for New Year’s Holiday
Drunk driving and seat belt patrols scheduled for final “Drive to Survive” push CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 29, 2012. As 2012 comes to an end, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Illinois State Police and nearly 300 law enforcement agencies across the state today announced plans to stay extra vigilant in a final[Read More…]
Dave Rudolph to Perform at Edgar’s Place Coffee House on January 12
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 28, 2012. Edgar’s Place Coffeehouse proudly presents Dave Rudolph on Saturday, January 12 at 8 p.m. Edgar’s Place Coffeehouse is located at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church, 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest. You’ve probably heard of Dave on Dr. Demento, his original music in the Spencer’s Magic[Read More…]
Chicago Demolishes More Than 250 Vacant Buildings in 2012 to Prevent Gang Activity in Neighborhoods
736 Buildings Demolished in 2012, Including 270 Targeted in Mayoral Initiative to Identify, Secure and Demolish Vacant Buildings CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 28, 2012. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced yesterday the Department of Buildings demolished more than 250 dangerous buildings in 2012 as part of the Mayor’s initiative to prevent vacant and hazardous buildings[Read More…]
First Same-Sex Couples to Marry in Portland On December 29 at 12:01 a.m.
PORTLAND–(ENEWSPF)–December 28, 2012. The ACLU of Maine will be at Portland City Hall at 12:01 a.m. on December 29 to celebrate as same-sex couples are able to begin receiving marriage licenses. A new law granting full marriage equality to same-sex couples, passed by voters on Election Day,goes into effect at[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of December 24, 2012
If you look to the right, you can see the wreath on Park Forest Fire Department’s new LED readerboard/sign, made possible by grant dollars secured by the department. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 24, 2012. Wishing all our eNews readers the pleasures of the holidays – filled with warmth[Read More…]
Marian Catholic High School Entrance Exam on Jan. 12th
The Marian Catholic Band took home its 33rd State Championship on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Hancock Stadium at Illinois State University. The band won its 3A class in prelims and went on to finals where it finished in first place among the field of 45 bands. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago[Read More…]
Senator Kirk Statement on Midway Announcement
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2012. The office of Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) released the following statement today regarding the City of Chicago’s Midway Airport announcement: “Senator Kirk is a strong supporter of public-private partnerships that provide value to taxpayers, and he introduced the Lincoln Legacy Infrastructure Development Act in 2011 to further[Read More…]
City of Chicago to Explore Revenue Opportunity for Taxpayers Through Potential Midway Lease
Will Test Market Conditions and Possible Revenue Generation from Potential Lease of Midway Airport; City will Only Proceed if Specific Conditions are Met and Chicago Taxpayers Receive a Fair and Equitable Deal CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2012. The City of Chicago’s Chief Financial Officer announced today that the City will take the[Read More…]
Prairie State College Speech Team Wins Several Awards at College of Lake County Tournament
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Prairie State College (PSC) speech team received seventh place of 13 teams and brought home several individual awards from a Dec. 1 tournament hosted by the College of Lake County. Nick Williams of Homewood received first place for program oral interpretation and fourth place for speech[Read More…]
