Updated August 18, 2008, 5:13 p.m. with funeral arrangements for Mayor Stricker Matteson, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Matteson Mayor Mark W. Stricker died of an apparent heart attack early Sunday morning. According to Matteson Trustee Andre Ashmore, Stricker was at home with wife Saturday night and was not feeling well. The couple called[Read More…]
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IRAQ: U.S. Blamed for Increasing Iranian Influence
Inter Press Service By Ahmed Ali and Dahr Jamail* BAQUBA, Aug 13 (IPS) – Haider returned from Iran recently, with enough money to pay for his wedding and a new car. He was trained to join Badr, the armed wing of the Supreme Islamic Iraqi Council (SIIC) led by Abdul[Read More…]
Lofts of Thorn Creek Evicts 34 with Large Police Presence
Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart (in blue) confers with Chief Tom Fleming (left) and other officers. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Updated August 14, 2008, 10:06 p.m. Photo Gallery: Lofts of Thorn Creek Evictions Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Thirty-four evictions were executed Wednesday morning at residences along Hemlock Street and Western Avenue, beginning with[Read More…]
Car Talk (body roll)
If you were having trouble with understanding what I described as "body roll" let me explain. When you sit in the seat of a car, you will notice that after hitting bumps, your body will shift in the seat. In my opinion, body roll is never completely eliminated. I believe[Read More…]
Incoming High School Seniors: Time to Plan for College
RESTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–College is only a year away for this fall’s high school seniors. Sallie Mae—the nation’s leading saving-and-paying-for-college company—offers a financial aid calendar and other useful tools to help students and their parents get educated about planning and paying for college. Sallie Mae’s financial aid calendar available at www.SallieMae.com/calendar[Read More…]
‘Calling Dr. Bombay!’ St. James Emergency Docs Outsource Billing
Commentary I just hung up the phone with India. I received a phone call regarding a bill I received for emergency room services in February at St. James Hospital in Chicago Heights. When I returned the call, I was greeted by a kind person with a slight accent. I couldn’t[Read More…]
Golden Apple’s Top 10 Ways to Make Back-to-School a Breeze
CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The start of a new school year can be overwhelming for both kids and parents. But it doesn’t have to be, according to Illinois’ top teachers. Tapping into their collective 2,000 years of teaching experience, the members of the Golden Apple Academy of Educators have compiled a list of[Read More…]
Prepare for Two-Mile-Long Trains
Cars wait at the EJ&E tracks on Western Avenue this past winter. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Is Park Forest ready for trains that are two miles long? How about 32 of them a day? According to a recent report in the Chicago Tribune, Canadian National will bring monster trains[Read More…]
Prairie State College Offers Several Gas-Friendly Options for Fall
Chicago Heights, IL—(ENEWSPF)— With rising gas prices, more and more people are looking for ways to save on the cost of fuel. This fall, Prairie State College offers several gas-friendly options. These options include Weekend College and online classes. For students who drive approximately 15 miles a day, driving to[Read More…]
PSC Adult Literacy Tutor Receives State Recognition
Donald Bartak was recognized for his dedication and commitment as a literacy tutor. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL—(ENEWSPF)— Donald Bartak, volunteer math tutor for Prairie State College, was recently recognized by Secretary of State and State Librarian Jessie White and the Illinois Press Association with a Spotlight on Service award[Read More…]
