CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 5, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today was joined by a broad spectrum of public and private sector leaders to announce the formation of a council to assist in the planning and building of the Elgin-O’Hare West Bypass. The Elgin-O’Hare West Bypass Advisory Council will work to advance the major[Read More…]
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More Than 10 Million New Teachers Needed to Fill Education Goals, UN Warns
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–5 October 2010 – The United Nations marked World Teachers’ Day today with top officials calling on governments to make up a projected deficit of over 10 million teachers by 2015 and stressing the crucial role teachers play in recovery from natural disasters and conflict. “Without sufficient numbers of[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Highlights Amtrak’s $40 Million Capital Investment in Chicago’s Union Station
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 4, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today was joined by Amtrak Board Chairman Tom Carper to announce a $40 million capital construction project to improve Amtrak’s Union Station in Chicago. The project will double the passenger waiting area, add new restrooms and install air conditioning in the Great Hall. The[Read More…]
Rehabilitation is Topic for Park Forest Nurses Club October Meeting
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–October 4, 2010. The Park Forest Nurses Club will meet on Thursday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Calvary United Protestant Church, 425 N. Orchard Dr. (Lincoln Highway and Orchard Dr.). Guest speaker, Marion Santana, RN, BSN, CRRN, will disuss "Rehabilitation." Ms. Santana is the manager of the[Read More…]
What is Quran? Local Muslims Share
Two men speak before prayers at the American Islamic Association in Frankfort. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Frankfort, IL–(ENEWSPF)–September 11, 2010 has come and gone. Do you recall the controversy this year? Do you recall the name of the pastor of a church of 50 or so members who was threatening to[Read More…]
Prayers at the American Islamic Association, September 10, 2010
{becssg}aia-092010{/becssg} Frankfort, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prayers at the American Islamic Association, September 10, 2010.
Marian Topples Crete-Monee for Playoff-Clinching Victory
Mentor Dave Mattio (right) prevailed over pupil Jerry Verde (left) as two ESCC Hall of Famers met Friday in a 31-27 Spartan nonconference victory at Crete-Monee. Marian’s Wes Fleming (center) waits for the coin toss. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Crete, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Crete was the city of Big Shouders on Friday night. That’s[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest October 4, 2010
Mayor Ostenburg (left) and Finance Director Mary Dankowski receive the Distinguished Budget Award and Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from Kevin Wachtel of the Government Finance Officers Association. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— October 4, 2010. Petition packets are currently available at Village Hall for any resident interested[Read More…]
Rotary Supports Literacy in the Community with Annual Dictionary Project
Erika Patterson (Principal), Dr. Azza AbuGisisa, Christel Allen, Kelly Nichols-Brown, Tiffani Graham, James Settles, Sr., Elizabeth Kiefor (3rd grade teacher). Not seen Gene Sparing (camera man). Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Rotary Club of Park Forest is proud to begins the Rotary’s annual Dictionary Project. The Rotary clubs of Park Forest, Matteson, Chicago[Read More…]
CenterPoint at Governors State to Offer Illinois International/Global Business Certificate Courses
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– CenterPoint at Governors State University is hosting a five-day course that prepares participants for the State of Illinois Certificate in International Business and Certified Global Business Professional Series. Classes will take place on October 28 and 29, and November 11, 12, and 19, on Governors State University’s[Read More…]
