Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 12, 2014. A study published in the Bulletin of Insectology substantially undercuts chemical industry arguments that neonicotinoid pesticides are not the primary contributing factor in Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD). The results find that hives exposed to low doses of two neonicotinoid pesticides—imidacloprid and clothianidin—do not recover from over winter losses[Read More…]
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Illinois Department of Public Health Recognizes Dr. Deborah Gulson for Excellence in Pediatric Care
Ron W. Lee, MD Pediatric Care Award – Community Service LAKE FOREST–(ENEWSPF)–May 12, 2014. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) program today honored Dr. Deborah Gulson with a special pediatric care award for her contributions to childhood care. The Ron[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Start of Planning for Illinois Bicentennial Celebration
200th Birthday Observance Will be a Year-Long Celebration of State’s Past With an Eye Toward the Future CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 12, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today officially started the planning for Illinois’ 200th birthday in 2018, a year-long celebration that will engage residents and communities throughout the state and leave a lasting[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of May 12, 2014
Spring is in full bloom in Park Forest. (ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 12, 2014. The 41st Annual Park Forest Farmers’ Market is now open every Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October 25. The Market’s weekly items for sale include fresh vegetables, fruits, organic breads, salsa, specialty produce[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Blotter Reports for May 12, 2014
The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor’s Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other[Read More…]
White House Weekly Address: The First Lady Marks Mother’s Day and Speaks Out on the Tragic Kidnapping in Nigeria
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 10, 2014. Hello everyone, I’m Michelle Obama, and on this Mother’s Day weekend, I want to take a moment to honor all the mothers out there and wish you a Happy Mother’s Day. I also want to speak to you about an issue of great significance to me[Read More…]
Department of Defense Press Briefing by Rear Admiral Kirby, May 9, 2014
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—May 9, 2014. REAR ADMIRAL JOHN KIRBY: Afternoon, everybody. Sorry I’m a little bit late. Got quite a few announcements here to start with, so bear with me. I wanted to talk a little bit about next week for the secretary. So, on Monday, the secretary will travel to[Read More…]
Arkansas Judge Strikes Down Marriage Ban
New York–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. Today Judge Chris Piazza of Arkansas upheld same-sex couples’ freedom to marry, striking down the state’s discriminatory constitutional amendment and becoming one of more than a dozen judges to rule in favor of the freedom to marry since last year’s Supreme Court decision in U.S. v. Windsor.[Read More…]
DePaul University College of Law to Graduate 313 Students on May 18
Honorary degree recipient Judge Thomas Durkin to address graduating class U.S. District Judge Thomas M. Durkin will receive an honorary degree at the DePaul University College of Law commencement on May 18. Durkin, who earned a law degree from DePaul in 1978, will deliver the commencement address to the graduating[Read More…]
Mayor Rahm Emanuel Welcomes To Chicago His Excellency Michael D. Higgins, President Of Ireland
Mayor Emanuel, President Higgins discuss strong cultural and economic ties between Chicago and Ireland Mayor Rahm Emanuel welcomes His Excellency President Michael D. Higgins, President of Ireland, and Mrs. Sabina Higgins, First Lady of Ireland, to Chicago. Photo Credit: Brooke Collins // City of Chicago CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. Today Mayor[Read More…]
