Northbrook Opinion
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Keep insurance card handy while driving in Elk GroveFeb 26, 2011 10:00 pm - I am writing to alert everyone to yet another scam to take our hard-earned money from us. In our particular village, if you get pulled over by the police for a driving i...
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Angry at Bassi over end to free ridesFeb 26, 2011 10:00 pm - It was none other than our own Suzie Bassi who spearheaded legislation to eliminate the Seniors Ride Free benefit here in the Chicago area. I just want Suzie to know tha...
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Hoffman Estates took good care of its residentsFeb 26, 2011 10:00 pm - We all survived the 2011 Blizzard, but certain events should be noted. My home was one that lost power around 10:10 p.m. Tuesday. (On) Wednesday a.m. I received an autom...
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Schaumburg has more bridge taxes than bridges to spend it onFeb 26, 2011 10:00 pm - Recently I was reviewing my property tax bill to make sure I was getting my exemptions when I looked over the taxing fees and noticed my share toward Road & Bridge Maint...
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The SoapboxFeb 25, 2011 1:00 am - Regional outlook: As Rahm Emanuel prepares to replace Richard Daley as mayor of Chicago, we add our voice to the chorus from suburban leaders reacting to his victory las...
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Let’s better care for homeless veteransFeb 24, 2011 11:00 pm - Recently the Alliance to End Homelessness conducted a 2011 homeless count. Thank you to everybody who participated in this worthy cause. A 2009 count revealed an estimat...
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Don’t ignore perils of public sector cutsFeb 24, 2011 11:00 pm - This is in response to John Boske Jr.’s letter published Feb. 16. I have no way of knowing, but it certainly sounds like Mr. Boske is employed by the public secto...
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Union members ignoring civilityFeb 24, 2011 11:00 pm - Are there any out there protesting the greedy, selfish union workers who have had their boot at the taxpayers throat for 50 years? These people want compassion, but how ...
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Bin Laden must not be made a martyrFeb 24, 2011 11:00 pm - How can anyone believe that we cannot locate Osama Bin Laden after all these years and with the proven technology that has eliminated so many of his cohorts to date? We ...
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End disparities in oral health careFeb 24, 2011 11:00 pm - Oral health is more than just a pretty smile; it’s about having adequate ability to chew, speak and keep our mouths disease free to aid in the health of the rest of our ...