Couple married 70 years credits ‘discussions’ not ‘arguments’
The secret to a long, happy marriage, say Cliff and Valerie Hagedorn of Des Plaines, who, on Valentine's Day had been married for 70 years, is to have "discussions," not...
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Lake Forest schools adjust food service
Lake Forest School District 67 is modifying its food service program in response to a recent survey of parents. The district has two food committees, one made up of students...
Glenbrook North and South prepare for their big variety shows
Keeping with tradition, Glenbrook North and South are producing variety shows that will open this month. Each show centers around a theme. At Glenbrook North, it's "Storytellers." Glenbrook South's theme...
Winter a busy time for Lake Forest parks officials
While some are busy admiring tree branches covered in snow or gently blowing in the breeze this winter, the city of Lake Forest's Department of Parks and Recreation has been...
Glenbrook South cheerleading program leaps forward
Before Stephanie Fuja took over as coach, it would have been unheard of for the varsity cheerleading squad at Glenbrook South to place in cheerleading competitions. But that's changing. "When...
Solar-powered safety light installed in Des Plaines
To encourage children to walk to four schools in Des Plaines and arrive safely, a solar-powered flashing light has been installed at the crosswalk of Fifth Avenue and Algonquin Road....
Niles library begins $5.5 million renovation
The Niles Public Library has begun a $5.5 million renovation that will add study and meeting space, use technology to check in and keep track of books and improve energy...
Park Ridge officials urge residents to make their opinions known about O’Hare expansion
Park Ridge officials want to make sure residents voice their opinions about the proposed new runway at O'Hare International Airport, near Granville Avenue on the city's southern end. In a...
Field Middle parents, students can connect to school with new app
Tim Wolney, owner and founder of 50 App Fuse, has created a better way for Field Middle School students and their parents to connect with the school. It's an app...
Some Northbrook residents unhappy about proposed Walmart
Many residents in a standing room crowd at a recent village meeting in Northbrook voiced disapproval for a proposed Walmart at 1000 Skokie Boulevard. Village Attorney Steve Elrod told the...