Villa Park Opinion
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Editorial: It’s the best time to share the wealthDec 11, 2013 8:35 am - A front-page story Tuesday on the so-called “new rich” of U.S. adults — those with household income of $250,000 or more — increasing in numbers in America, comes at a fo...
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The SoapboxDec 07, 2013 4:00 am - Check those IDs: Given the problem of teen drinking, it’s disappointing to see so many Bartlett businesses failed a recent age check in which police used two 18-year-old...
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The SoapboxNov 30, 2013 4:00 am - Taking aim against heroin: Stunned by the record-breaking 43 heroin deaths in DuPage County this year, the county board has set aside $100,000 for a public education cam...
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Editorial: Cameras in court working despite fearsNov 20, 2013 4:00 am - When evaluating an experiment, it’s good practice to actually participate in what is being tested. First hand knowledge is key. So we are a little puzzled by the complai...
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The SoapboxNov 16, 2013 4:00 am - It was a quake: Scientists at the U.S. Geological Survey say it was an earthquake that shook some western suburbs after a quarry blast earlier this month — further evide...
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The SoapboxNov 09, 2013 4:00 am - A reminder to double-check: Wednesday’s tragic fire in Arlington Heights that killed three women is a reminder to us all to test our smoke detectors. Theirs was missing ...
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Sleeping Out for the HomelessNov 02, 2013 11:00 pm - I'm blessed to be able to sleep anywhere. I don't need a favorite pillow or a sleep number. I can sleep in a train, a plane and during a George Clooney movie. So I thoug...
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Suburban transit needs bigger shareOct 31, 2013 5:00 am - Who gets and who gives? In the world of publicly funded goods and services, the two often don’t match up. Childless homeowners pay taxes so public schools can educate o...
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Editorial: Creative solutions to homelessness neededOct 29, 2013 5:00 am - When hundreds of people pitch tents this weekend in DuPage County for “Sleep Out Saturday” to raise funds for the homeless, they will learn firsthand what it’s like to s...
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The SoapboxOct 26, 2013 7:55 am - Beyond complaint: Village boards must think residents show up for public comment only to complain. Not so this week in Arlington Heights. Residents said an exit from Nor...