Small Business
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Giving back: Judson soccer player creates opportunities for othersNov 07, 2011 11:00 pm - Mariano Cutuli has big plans. He came to the United States in 2007 from Buenos Aires, Argentina with little to no English skills. His parents didn’t want him to come to ...
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Pop into Gourmet Kernel in Algonquin CommonsNov 07, 2011 11:00 pm - If you're looking for the great taste of gourmet popcorn, you can probably save yourself a trip to the city. A new gourmet popcorn store opened along the Randall Road co...
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Buffalo Grove business caters to people who have lost their petNov 06, 2011 11:00 pm - Q: Describe your business. What do you do? A: RestInGlass.com is an Internet business that sells custom pendants for pet owners who recently lost their pet. These ...
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Gut check: Time to start on pivotal 2012 plansNov 06, 2011 11:00 pm - I know we’re just one week into November. Some of us still have Halloween candy to finish. Thanksgiving is almost three weeks away. Nonetheless, my gut says we should se...
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Small businesses cutting back on holiday spendingNov 06, 2011 6:02 am - NEW YORK — Small businesses are toning down their holiday celebrations and gifts — again. Many companies that had cut back during the recession were willing to spend mor...
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Arlington Hts. plans breakfast for business peopleNov 04, 2011 12:00 am - The Arlington Economic Alliance hosts a continental breakfast at 7:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 9, in the third floor of Arlington Heights Village Hall, 33 S. Arlington Heig...
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Fremd High pushes ‘Operation Click’ for studentsNov 02, 2011 12:00 am - “Operation Click” has been urging high school-age drivers since 1998 to buckle their seat belts in order to save lives. Students are eligible for prizes and incentives ...
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Lindemann Chimney Company still cleaning after more than 40 yearsOct 31, 2011 6:00 am - An interview with Owner Rob Lindemann Q: Describe your business. What do you do? A: Lindemann Chimney Co. specializes in chimney and fireplace inspection, cleaning,...
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Local grocers build success on unique characteristicsOct 31, 2011 6:00 am - Picture an industry dominated for decades by large chain stores. Add traditionally tight margins. Then ask Rob Prisco and Peter Arvanitis how their independent grocery s...
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Planned Elgin pizzeria gets grant to aid openingOct 27, 2011 5:30 am - Chooch’s Pizzeria is one step closer to opening its doors in Elgin’s downtown. Elgin City Council members gave preliminary approval to a $21,912 grant for brothers Mike...