WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 4, 2011. In a letter to U.S. Senator Dick Durbin, Attorney General Eric Holder clearly stated that the Obama Administration has no intention of transferring prisoners from Guantanamo Bay to Thomson Correctional Center, a move that is already prohibited by federal law. Today’s letter was sent in response[Read More…]
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Vice President Biden Announces New Administration Effort to Help Nation’s Schools Address Sexual Violence
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 4, 2011. Today, Vice President Biden and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan introduced comprehensive guidance to help schools, colleges and universities better understand their obligations under federal civil rights laws to prevent and respond to the problem of campus sexual assault. The new guidance, announced at the University[Read More…]
The 60th National Day of Prayer to be Celebrated at Crete Reformed Church
Crete, IL—(ENEWSPF)—April 4, 2011. The National Day of Prayer has great significance for us as a nation. It enables us to remember the way in which our founding fathers sought the wisdom of God. It reminds us to humbly come before God, to seek His guidance for our leaders and[Read More…]
Park Forest 2011 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (Video)
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Park Forest Hall of Fame inducts seven new members at Freedom Hall on Sunday, April 3. For more information on the new members inducted, please go here: Seven To Be Inducted Into Park Forest 2011 Hall Of Fame April 3 .
In and Around Park Forest Week of April 4, 2011
Kids on a tire swing in Central Park. Can spring be far behind? From left to right, Enrique, age 7, Jamie, a Mom, Kimora, age 5, and Ricco, age 2. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)-April 4, 2011. As we watch the events unfold in many countries, we see scores[Read More…]
Passing of Gary Barnett into Enternal Life
From Tony Mielcarz, via email: At about 6:30 PM this night Gary Barnett passed on to eternal life. He was surrounded by family and close friends. Pastor Linda Johnson joined the family shortly after Gary’s passing. Arrangement are still pending. Just a brief feeling on my part. Gary had truly given[Read More…]
The Sun Sets in Florida
This photo, taken by my son’s sister, Jaki Mitchel, this evening, is all you need to see regarding consideration of a vacation to Punta Gorda, FL. Come now to enjoy the Gulf. (Photo: Jaki Mitchell) Punta Gorda, FL-(ENEWSPF)- The sun sets on Punta Gorda, Florida. Time to plan a vacation?[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Offer Wrestling Program For Local Kids (Video)
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Police Officer John Deceault heads a wrestling program sponsored by the Park Forest Police Department. Deceault is a former Division I wrestler out of Purdue University. More information is available with the Park Forest Police Department at 708-748-4701.
What Is Little Tykes Basketball In Park Forest? (Video)
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Recreation & Parks Department for the Village of Park Forest is excited about one of its newest programs, Little Tykes basketball. Program Supervisor Kevin Adams talks about how the program develops character on and off the court for area kids.
Marian Catholic World Religions Students Chat With Temple Anshe Sholom’s Rabbi Paul Caplan (Video)
Olympia Fields, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Rabbi Paul Caplan holds a Q&A session with World Religions students from Marian Catholic High School after Shabbat services on April 1, 2011, at Temple Anshe Sholom in Olympia Fields, Illinois. Students asked questions about Judaism, the Holocaust, and a variety of other topics. Temple Anshe Sholom[Read More…]
