Des Plaines Opinion
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Does Barrington lag in old-age planning?Jul 18, 2011 3:00 am - “Most communities are behind in planning for their aging populations,” says Carol Morello (syndicated column published June 27). Barrington has four senior residences fo...
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Palatine parade story missing important detailJul 18, 2011 3:00 am - Thank you Ed Sutarik for your factual explanation, (July 11 Neighbor Fencepost), regarding the Palatine Jaycees’ refusal to allow the Palatine Area Catholics Respect Lif...
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Keep dogs away from Mt. Prospect marketJul 18, 2011 3:00 am - This past Sunday I decided to once again visit the MP farmer’s market. For years I have not stopped by and now I remember why. I could not believe the number of dogs at ...
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Why we’re not close to an energy crisisJul 18, 2011 3:00 am - Is energy independence a worthwhile goal? A lot of Washington politicians and “environmental experts” have loudly proclaimed that it is. But the belief in energy indepen...
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Jaycees violated their own creedJul 18, 2011 3:00 am - My father was a part of this organization back in the 60s. He met his lifelong friend there, and I remember the great things they did for the community, the camaraderie ...
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Thank British system for Harry PotterJul 18, 2011 3:00 am - As millions of fans enjoy part two of the final Harry Potter film, parents and teachers all over the world owe a great deal of thanks not just to author, J.K Rowling, bu...
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No tax increase in sight for District 57Jul 18, 2011 3:00 am - Dist. 57 and Supt. Aumiller just don’t get it. Too many Mt. Prospect residents have lost their jobs during this horrible recession (Depression to many of us). Homeowners...
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Elk Grove doesn’t need fire consultantJul 18, 2011 3:00 am - I wanted to take a moment to say some very kind words regarding recently retired Elk Grove Village Fire Chief Dave Miller. The positive regard that I have for his leader...
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Palatine Jaycees took correct standJul 18, 2011 3:00 am - Thank you Jaycees! That kind of “in your face” religious sponsored “Right to Life” nonsense has no place in a holiday parade meant to be an upbeat, joyous occasion for f...
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Reduce the bloated federal governmentJul 17, 2011 3:00 am - In my opinion Barack Obama’s ability to be the president of this country is lower than any chief executive we have had in my 84 years of existence. Yes, even Jimmy Carte...