George Castle

George Castle is a freelance reporter for the Pioneer Press.

Morton Grove’s Golf District 67 hires principal; says she’s eager to support teachers and kids

June 14, 2022 at 9:08 p.m.

Holly Harper-Kelly did not know anybody in Morton Grove's Golf School District 67, nor had she ever lived in the village. But she said she was attracted to the "unique...

Faith Cole moving from head of student services at Oak Park-River Forest to same role at Leyden High School District 212: ‘It’s a big deal to leave’

June 15, 2022 at 12:24 a.m.

Faith Cole insists she'll have a people-to-people style in her upcoming role as Leyden High School District 212 director of student services. "I consider myself a warm demander," said Cole,...

Veteran special education teacher, longtime administrator Brian Mahoney stepping into curriculum chief role for Leyden High School District 212

June 14, 2022 at 6:27 p.m.

Brian Mahoney could be in a hot seat, of sorts, in his new role as assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction for Leyden High School District 212, transitioning from director...

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Morton Grove’s Golf District 67 hires principal; says she’s eager to support teachers and kids

Faith Cole moving from head of student services at Oak Park-River Forest to same role at Leyden High School District 212: ‘It’s a big deal to leave’

Veteran special education teacher, longtime administrator Brian Mahoney stepping into curriculum chief role for Leyden High School District 212

Morton Grove’s Harrer Pool reopens, and 1962 diver is again first into the water

Niles officials break ground for police memorial to honor officers killed in line of duty

Morton Grove school district asks voters for $56 million due to growth; average homeowner would pay $914 more

Skokie Farmers Market gears up for Sunday, June 5 opening day with music, new vendors

Restored Park Ridge fire truck honors firefighter; ‘It’s a big deal that it’s in the Memorial Day parade’

Triton women’s softball team wins regional championship. Next up: nationals.

Park Ridge will conduct a survey on affordable housing in coming months