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Marian Catholic stops St. Viator Dec 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Defending Class AA state champion Mariann Catholic (5-1) improved to 2-0 in the East Suburban Catholic Conference with a 70-35 victory over visiting St. Viator on Wednesday night in Chicago Heights. The Lions slipped to 5-4 and 0-1 in the ESCC.
Big night for Barrington, Hasanov against Conant Dec 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Barrington had a slight edge over Conant in a meeting of girls gymnastics heavyweights on Wednesday, but not by much. Sophomore all-arounder Abby Hasanov made the difference in favor of the Fillies, who scored 143.85. Conant finished at 142.75. Hasanov had the top all-around score, 39.0, after winning each event. She scored 9.9 on two events, vault and floor exercise. She won balance beam and uneven bars with 9.6’s.
Positive vibe grows at St. Viator Dec 11, 2013 12:00 AM
After some lean seasons of wrestling at St. Viator, things may be looking brighter for the Lions and new coach Jason Churak. St. Viator unleashed a frenzy of falls to break open a close dual with visiting Ridgewood and outlast the Rebels 38-33 in a thrilling nonconference contest inside Cahill Gymnasium in Arlington Heights.
Pincenti, Conant thrive on collective effort Dec 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Ashley Pincenti of Conant says that the key to the Cougars’ girls bowling success this season is teamwork. “We all get along so well,” said the junior, “and we have great team chemistry. It doesn’t matter what grade you’re in — on this team, we’re all family and we bowled our butts off tonight.” Pincenti fired two games over 200 (214, 201), and classmate Jordyn Wagner pitched in with a 201 as Conant defeated previously unbeaten Hersey on Wednesday night at Arlington Lanes.
PALATINE CONCERT BAND TO FEATURE SEASONAL CONCERT FAVORITES, A SING-A-LONG, AND A VISIT FROM SANTA CLAUSDec 11, 2013 12:00 AM
PALATINE CONCERT BAND TO PRESENT ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT FRIDAY DECEMBER 13, 2013 AT CUTTING HALL
No holiday break for blood donorsDec 11, 2013 12:00 AM
During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, blood donations decline. And with more than 41,000 blood donations needed every day in the U.S., the need does not change during this time.
Northwest suburban police blotter Dec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Thieves stole credit cards and a card holder Dec. 7 out of a customer’s purse at Marshalls in Arlington Heights. Someone used two credit cards to charge $6,000 at the Apple store and $2,000 at Macy’s, both in Woodfield Mall. The offenders tried but failed to make an additional $2,500 purchase at the Apple store. The victim was not aware that the cards were stolen until she received a call from her credit card company.
Walsh, Harper solve Oakton Dec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Harper men’s basketball coach Tony Amarino doesn’t mind a little contact in the games he’s overseeing. In Tuesday’s case, specifically, he appreciated the game’s hard-nosed nature. “I’m kind of glad we were in a physical game,” Amarino said. “That’s what were going to see in Freeport (in the upcoming Highland tournament).” Even better is that the Hawks weren’t thrown by the nature of the contest Tuesday, as Harper extended its winning streak to eight games with a 76-65 win over visiting Oakton Community College (5-7).
Gunderson, Barrington get win No. 8 Dec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Barrington’s girls basketball team ran its record to 8-1 on Tuesday night with a 59-52 victory at Grayslake North. Senior Brooke Gunderson led the Fillies with 14 points while also adding 4 assists, 3 steals and 3 rebounds.
Oakton tops Harper Dec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Harper College fell short against visiting Oakton 61-47 on Tuesday in a nonconference women's basketball game.
Kick off 2014 in free fitness classes at Schaumburg Park DistrictDec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Schaumburg Park District will offer free Fitness Unlimited and Club 55 group fitness classes from Jan. 2 to 8.
Audition for Disney’s "Mulan Jr." Jan. 9Dec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Auditions for Schaumburg Park District’s spring production of Disney’s Mulan Jr. will take place from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m., Jan. 9 at the Community Recreation Center, 505 N. Springinsguth Road.
PODS collecting Toys For Tots donations at Blackhawks gameDec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Moving and storage leader's support saves thousands for US Marine holiday drive
Seasons Hospice offers legacy programDec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Seasons Hospice’s legacy program helps to create closure in an uncertain, confusing and painful time for the families left behind, but the program can also be a reminder for each of us to create our Legacy each and every day.
Many small painted tiles, one big community effortDec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Thousands of individuals and organizations come together to celebrate Chicago while also supporting the community by designing colorful and unique tiles that help complete a community mural.
Glen Ellyn Park District Announces Winter Break CampsDec 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Glen Ellyn Park District introduces several Winter Break Camps to keep kids active and occupied over the holiday. Camps are available for children ages 4 to 10.
Elk Grove CEO aims to stamp out hunger for kids Dec 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features Jamie Pritscher, co-founder and CEO of Elk Grove Village-based ThatsCaring.com, which aims to eliminate hunger among school children.
Workers deserve to earn a living wage Dec 9, 2013 12:00 AM
An Elk Grove Village letter to the editor: There is a lot of debate these days concerning the minimum wage. Some say we should raise it; others say that would eliminate jobs and drive up prices. A more meaningful debate would be to ask, what is the value of work? Is the job essential to the operation?
Pension fix is a huge step forward Dec 9, 2013 12:00 AM
An Elk Grove Village letter to the editor:
NW Fest Orchestra concert blew writer away Dec 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Lawrence Thome of Mount Prospect is enthusiastic about the Northwest Festival Orchestra after their latest concert at Harper College.