Cook County Lifestyle
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Hersey teams with Indian Grove for Cereal Box Domino ChallengeMay 08, 2024 9:59 am - John Hersey High School's Service Over Self (S.O.S.) Club collaborated with Indian Grove Elementary School's Grover Community Service Group in a unique effort to support local food pantries.
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SALUTE prepping for Memorial Day weekend two-mile walk/four-mile runMay 08, 2024 8:36 am - Registration is filling up for SALUTE INC.’s Memorial Day weekend Walk and Run on May 25 — a tradition 21 years in the making. But, this year, both the location and format will change.
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Neighbors in the News: Palatine library names new assistant directorMay 08, 2024 6:00 am - Susan Conner was promoted to assistant director of the Palatine Public Library District, after the position was vacated by Melissa Gardner, who was promoted to executive director.
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On The Border partners with church to host Hilltop Community Supper May 14May 07, 2024 7:53 pm - First Congregational Church of Dundee hosts Hilltop Community Suppers, an outreach effort that offers a free meal on the second Tuesday of the month. It’s open to any com...
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Photo contest winners for March 2024May 07, 2024 3:28 pm - The Daily Herald’s amateur photo contest winners for March 2024 have a strong geometric motif. Our winner of the month is Ann Marcie of Bloomingdale for a fascinating photo showing the architectural marvel of a bee hive.
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Palatine HS students learn ASL in honor of Deaf History MonthMay 07, 2024 10:42 am - In recognition of Deaf History Month in April, Palatine High School welcomed Matt Maxey onto the stage for mesmerizing Deaf performances of songs and awareness of the Deaf community within the music industry.
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Grief & healing: Sentimentality and nostalgiaMay 05, 2024 1:41 pm - Grief brings on a great many sentimental feelings. It comes with nostalgia and the need for comfort.
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Kane County Health Department thanks public health nurses during National Nurses WeekMay 05, 2024 10:30 am - The Kane County Health Department kicks off National Nurses Week, a time to honor and celebrate the invaluable contributions of nurses nationwide. National Nurses Week o...
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Good News Sunday: How competition, camaraderie drive all-ages Elgin swim teamMay 05, 2024 6:00 am - In this week’s Good News Sunday column, we recap stories about a competitive swimming team for adults, a new teacher whose classroom is next to the teacher who inspired her, and a 66-year-old award-winning figure skater who is still competing.
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Get your garden ready: Plant sales are popping up around the suburbsMay 04, 2024 7:55 am - Gardeners can get the growing season off to a good start with upcoming plant sales featuring perennials, vegetables, native and organic plants. It is also a good way to support local nonprofit organizations.