Des Plaines
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Massive fire guts Elk Grove-area buildingNov 26, 2007 10:00 pm - A multiple-tenant commercial building in Arlington Heights sustained about $1.5 million in damage after an early Monday morning blaze swept through several units at 2420...
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Family pet rescued by Schaumburg fire fightersNov 26, 2007 10:00 pm - The Hall family of Schaumburg had a memorable day with a bird on Thanksgiving -- but it had nothing to do with a turkey. Instead, their cherished pet Myah, an 18-month-o...
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The foreclosure auction: Where one dream ends ... and another beginsNov 26, 2007 10:00 pm - The yellow envelopes scattered on a table were all that were left of the homeownership dreams of a dozen families in DuPage County. Nothing in those envelopes showed how...
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Des Plaines Public Library notesNov 26, 2007 10:00 pm - Programs are free and open to the public. Advance registration is required for most activities. (R) Register at the Registration Desk, (847) 376-2787. (R-YS) Register at...
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Windsor students help Rebound projectNov 26, 2007 10:00 pm - Earlier this month, more than 700 balls -- including soccer balls, basketballs and volleyballs -- filled the courtyard at Windsor Elementary School in Arlington Heights....
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Arlington Hts., Schaumburg hold their own versions of ChristkindlMarktNov 25, 2007 10:00 pm - Black Friday saw the beginning of hardcore Christmas shopping. But for those who prefer to usher in the Christmas season in softer fashion, nothing could top Christkindl...
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Wheeling lights spirit of the seasonNov 25, 2007 10:00 pm - Wheeling officials called their tree-lighting ceremony on Sunday, the "Lighting of the Lights," and it's no wonder. With the flip of a switch, nearly a quarter of a mill...
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Foreclosure tips: What you need to knowNov 25, 2007 10:00 pm - If you receive a foreclosure notice: Don't ignore it. The more behind you become, the harder it is to reinstate your loan and the more likely you will lose your hous...
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How to plant a tree after the holidaysNov 25, 2007 10:00 pm - Some people find it meaningful to buy a live evergreen tree to use as a Christmas tree and then plant it outdoors for future generations to enjoy the holiday memories. B...
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Communication with lender key, counselor advisesNov 25, 2007 10:00 pm - Lynette Briggs is a counselor with the Dupage Homeownership Center, based in Wheaton. About 12 families a month are requesting help in preventing foreclosure, she said. ...