Cook County
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Let’s crack down on texting while drivingJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - If the Village of Schaumburg wants to make a lot of money and fast, they should start posting police officers along the north end of Meacham Road. As someone who drives ...
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Has more questions on Harper financesJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - The front page story. “Harper’s frugal, but is Ender? (May 22)” was revealing, but does not tell the full story. Harper had about $72.3 million of unrestricted cash and ...
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He’s ready to take on task of leadershipJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - As I sat in attendance at Barrington High School’s graduation to support my friends and teachers, a classic feeling of sadness lingered over my head as I began to realiz...
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Lower swipe fees will lift interest ratesJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - Sen. Dick Durbin’s crusade against interchange fees could cost thousands of credit card users more in higher interest rates and less-generous rewards programs. The exper...
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Story a good lesson about humanityJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - Thank you so much for Eric Peterson’s story, “Left without a home.” The story broke my heart and gave me continued empathy for those who just need a little extra “hand u...
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Township pantry benefits from carriers’ driveJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - The annual letter carriers “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive held on Saturday, May 14, was once again a huge success! The Schaumburg Township Food Pantry received more than ...
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Carefully consider U.S. energy policyJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - We’re all feeling the pain at the gas pump this summer, even with prices easing a bit since Memorial Day highs. But we have to watch what’s happening in Washington as ou...
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Village should reject Binny’s applicationJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - In response to the Daily Herald article May 31, “Large Liquor Company Considering Arlington Heights,” John Melaniphy, business and development coordinator for the villag...
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Expansion unfair to existing casinosJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - In light of the passage of the massive gaming expansion bill, we must take a hard look at what exactly is best for both the Northwest suburbs and the entire state of Ill...
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Ex-racing dogs need compassionJun 26, 2011 9:00 pm - Thank you for your June 4 article, “For working dogs, retirement can be a challenge.” The need for adoption of former racing greyhounds into loving homes is an important...