Montreal–(ENEWSPF)– CN announced today it will make an initial donation of C$100,000 to the Red Cross in support of the agency’s relief efforts in Haiti. In addition, CN is launching a program for employee donations to the Red Cross and will match employee contributions dollar-for-dollar. A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake on[Read More…]
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White House Press Briefing by Conference Call on Relief Efforts in Haiti, Jan. 17, 2010
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2010 – 2:00 P.M. EST MR. McDONOUGH: Thank you very much, and thank you, everybody, for joining us. Our apologies again for being late. We’re just kind of running from difficult — different points here. We did want to have the opportunity — we did want you[Read More…]
United States Government Haiti Earthquake Disaster Response Update, Jan. 17, 2010
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2010. On January 12, 2010, a massive earthquake struck the nation of Haiti, causing catastrophic damage inside and around the capital city of Port-au-Prince. President Obama has promised the people of Haiti that “you will not be forsaken; you will not be forgotten.” The United States Government[Read More…]
When Is A Violent Song Just A Song?
Commentary First Amendment Watch By Gene Policinski First Amendment Center vice president/executive director Remember that old schoolyard chant, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me”? Well, the part about “words can never hurt me” is not holding true for a growing set of would-be[Read More…]
The Redesigned 2010 Nissan Altima 3.5 SR V6 (Sedan)
The 2010 Nissan Altima. (Photo: Nissan) Car Talk By Jonathan Pitman Replacing the Nissan Stanza in late 1992 was a gamble that paid off and gave birth to something new and fresh. The Nissan Altima debuted in early 1993. When the Altima first appeared, the Altima name plate was displayed[Read More…]
South Suburban Jackson Hewitt Lends-A-Hand
Steger, IL–(ENEWSPF)– This past holiday season, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service selected Algonquin Primary Center, Park Forest, as recipients of their “We Care-Outer Wear” program. The community outreach program provides winter hats and gloves for every student enrolled in the school. The program is one of several programs Jackson Hewitt established[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of January 18, 2010
Mayor Ostenburg (right) presents resolutions honoring Mike Carroll and Helen Neel, recently retired from the Village of Park Forest. Mike worked for more than 35 years in the Department of Public Works, and Helen served more than 28 years as a Recreation and Parks Maintenance Worker. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park[Read More…]
Insider: Palin Failed to Lead on Oil and Gas Safety in Alaska
Commentary By Dahr Jamail t r u t h o u t | Op-Ed There have been several recent oil spills and other environmental problems linked to the oil/gas production industry in Alaska. On December 23, a tugboat hit the Bligh Reef, the same reef struck by the Exxon Valdez[Read More…]
How And Where To Donate To Haiti
Ross Brazzale with new friends in Pignon, Haiti. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– In the wake of the recent disaster in Haiti, the Village of Park Forest would like to offer the following information on a few organizations currently collecting funds towards relief efforts. The American Red Cross has always[Read More…]
Winter Tour of the Sculpture Park at GSU
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Join Park Curator and Director Geoffrey Bates for the annual winter walk of the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park on January 31, at 2 p.m. The quiet, often snow-covered landscape highlights the presence of each artwork. The park collection includes 26 pieces by nationally and internationally recognized artists.[Read More…]
