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Senate Democrats want more school money, not cuts May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Illinois Senate Democrats are proposing a $156 million boost in primary and secondary education next year. Key budget negotiators say the money would help schools keep pace with funding levels this year.
Moylan, DeVry host job fair Apr 24, 2013 12:00 AM
State Rep. Marty Moylan, a Des Plaines Democrat, is partnering with DeVry University to hold a Job Boot Camp, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 13, at the Elk Grove Park District's Rainbow Falls, 200 Rev. Morrison Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Jobseekers will have the opportunity to learn about resume development, job search strategies, and other vital aspects to finding a job.
‘Touch-A-Tractor’ fun returns to Kane County Farm Bureau Apr 5, 2013 12:00 AM
The eighth annual "Touch-A-Tractor" will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Friday, April 5; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 6; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 7, on the front lawn of the Kane County Farm Bureau, 2N710 Randall Road, Randall Road at Oak Street, St. Charles. The event benefits the Kane County Farm Bureau Foundation Ag Literacy and Scholarship Programs.
House fire breaks out in Valley View Mar 22, 2013 12:00 AM
Firefighters are battling a fire in the 6N500 block of Weber Drive, in the Valley View subdivision near St. Charles. According to fire radio scanner reports,flames are showing from a two-story frame house believed to be unoccupied.
Moylan hosts town-hall forum in Des Plaines Mar 17, 2013 12:00 AM
State Rep. Marty Moylan, a Des Plaines Democrat, will be holding a town hall meeting in Des Plaines from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 28, at Des Plaines City Hall, 1420 Miner St. Moylan, who took office in January, is seeking input on current issues facing the state and will answer questions from the audience. "I am eager to discuss with my constituents the issues that affect them most," Moylan said in a news release. To reserve a seat, schedule Moylan to attend an upcoming meeting, or for more information, contact Moylan's constituent service office at (847) 635-6821 or email staterepmoylan@gmail.com.
Moylan's tougher hazing penalty wins committee backing Feb 27, 2013 12:00 AM
Recent hazing scandals at Maine West and Hoffman Estates high schools have prompted one state official to call for a tougher penalty for school officials and employees who fail to report hazing. State Rep. Marty Molyan's plan was approved 15-0 by a House committee Wednesday, sending the proposal to the full House for further debate.
Moylan to host town hall in Elk Grove Township Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
State Rep. Marty Moylan will conduct a town hall meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, at the Elk Grove Township offices, 2400 S. Arlington Heights Road in Arlington Heights. For more information, call Moylan’s full-time constituent service office at (847) 635-6821 or email staterepmoylan@gmail.com.
Moylan opens Des Plaines constituent service office Jan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
State Rep. Marty Moylan, a Des Plaines Democrat representing the 55th House District, will conduct an open house Saturday, Feb. 9, inaugurating his new constituent service office at 24 S. Des Plaines River Road in Des Plaines. Constituents are invited to visit the office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Moylan wants residents’ ideas Jan 22, 2013 12:00 AM
State Rep. Marty Moylan is asking residents of the 55th district to offer their ideas for potential state legislation. “Constituents’ input in the legislative process is vital to crafting practical, common-sense legislation,” Moylan said.
Moylan hosts town hall meeting in Park Ridge Jan 17, 2013 12:00 AM
State Rep. Marty Moylan, a Des Plaines Democrat representing the 55th House District, will host a town hall meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, at the Maine Township offices, 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge. The meeting is to garner input from constituents on current issues facing Illinois.
Moylan seeks participants for advisory committees Jan 14, 2013 12:00 AM
State Rep. Marty Moylan, a Des Plaines Democrat representing the 55th House District, is seeking participation from area residents in his community advisory committees on education, women's issues, economic development, veteran issues, senior issues, transportation and public safety. "These advisory committees are my eyes and ears in the district while I'm down in Springfield," Moylan said.
Moylan backs Bogusz for Des Plaines mayorDec 22, 2012 12:00 AM
Outgoing Des Plaines Mayor Marty Moylan is backing 3rd Ward Alderman Matt Bogusz, who will be one of three candidates vying for the mayoral post in April. So far, two other hopefuls have filed candidate petitions for mayor: former Des Plaines mayor Tony Arredia, and 6th Ward Alderman Mark Walsten.
Oberweis plans to focus on business retention to help 25th District Nov 8, 2012 12:00 AM
Newly elected state senator Jim Oberweis reiterated Wednesday that he thinks the best thing he can do for residents of the 25th District is improve the climate for business in the state, saying that would "certainly help" people.
Des Plaines mayor reflects on road ahead in Ill. House Nov 7, 2012 12:00 AM
Knees weary from walking the campaign trail roughly 60 hours a week in the run-up to Tuesday's election, newly-elected Democratic state Rep. Marty Moylan stopped in at the Sugar Bowl restaurant in downtown Des Plaines Wednesday morning to thank supporters. He will leave his post as mayor of Des Plaines in January.
Naturalist certification program offered in Kane County Nov 7, 2012 12:00 AM
Discover the nature of Kane County and become a certified naturalist. The Kane County Certified Naturalist program offers new learning opportunities in the setting of our native woodlands, prairies and wetlands.
When it comes to Oberweis, just call him ‘senator’Nov 6, 2012 12:00 AM
Jim Oberweis will finally get to take an oath of office. The Sugar Grove Republican was the winner Tuesday in the race to become the state senator for the 25th District. With all precincts reporting, he defeated Democrat Corinne Pierog of St. Charles with 50,948 votes to 37,568, according to unofficial totals.
Kotowski beats O’Donnell to keep Senate seatNov 6, 2012 12:00 AM
Democratic state Sen. Dan Kotowski beat Republican challenger Jim O'Donnell in the race to represent the 28th Senate District. During the campaign, Kotowski focused on his track record and accomplishments in the Senate over six years.
Des Plaines mayor wins 55th House seatNov 6, 2012 12:00 AM
Democratic Des Plaines Mayor Marty Moylan was poised to win the 55th House District seat Tuesday, beating Park Ridge Republican Susan Sweeney by more than 2,000 votes. With 70 of 73 precincts counted, Moylan had 19,438 votes to Sweeney's 17,161 votes. "We've got to work on some important issues," he said. "Jobs, taxes, pensions were high on the residents' minds when we were going door-to-door."
Top races in Kane CountyNov 5, 2012 12:00 AM
There are plenty of hot races in Kane County to keep an eye on Tuesday. We take a look at a few, along with state legislative races.
Hot state races to watch in Northwest suburbsNov 5, 2012 12:00 AM
State legislative candidates may not command the same day-to-day attention as presidential and congressional hopefuls, but Illinois is grappling with enough crises of its own this year that several Springfield races are hot enough to give Northwest suburban voters reason to head to the polls Tuesday.