Cook County
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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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Mount Prospect police investigating death of man found in carJul 18, 2011 12:00 am - Mount Prospect police are investigating the death of a 39-year-old Des Plaines man found in a vehicle early Friday morning in the area of River Road and Tano Lane. A vil...
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Fatal Wheeling crash followed attempted traffic stopJul 18, 2011 12:00 am - Police were trying to stop the motorcycle involved in Sunday morning's fatal crash in Wheeling for speeding minutes before its driver lost control and struck a utility b...
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Thousands flock to new Des Plaines casinoJul 18, 2011 12:00 am - The opening day hype may have been too successful. Sweltering heat, long lines, traffic jams, and not enough slot machines were complaints of some as hordes of gamblers ...