Pets and Animals
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A forest ranger posed for a selfie with a python he captured. It nearly strangled him.
Jun 19, 2018 1:00 am - The rock python had just killed and eaten a goat, but perhaps more troubling, the reptile had crushed and consumed its meal within shouting distance of a school. Somethi...
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'Amazing Amphibians and Nature's Puzzles' opens June 21 at nature museumJun 17, 2018 11:00 pm - New exhibitions immerse visitors in nature from exotic amphibians to mathematical nuances Submitted by Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Leap into the world of frogs, toads...
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Bentley's Pet Stuff opens this week in AlgonquinJun 17, 2018 11:00 pm - A new store catering to your favorite furry friends is set for its grand opening along the Randall Road corridor this weekend. Bentley's Pet Stuff is opening Friday, Jun...
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A primer on pollinators, and why we should protect themJun 14, 2018 11:00 pm - What would shortcake be without strawberries? A BLT without tomatoes? A margarita without tequila? Halloween without pumpkins? This is what our world would be like witho...
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Summer reading fun at Elgin zooJun 14, 2018 1:00 am - Children, parents and grandparents gathered Thursday at Lords Park Zoo in Elgin to listen to stories about animals and get a chance to visit them, too. "Stories Under th...
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More food, treats aimed at keeping aging felines healthyJun 13, 2018 11:00 pm - Every time I go to the pet store for supplies and treats for my felines, I am shocked by the added new products in both food and treats. Most of the new products are hi...
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Warrenville woman rememebered for saving horsesJun 13, 2018 1:00 am - A celebration of life will be held Saturday for Barbara Honeyman James, who is being remembered for her grit, positive attitude and efforts to rescue horses from slaught...
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Raccoon that scaled St. Paul tower will be released back into wild
Jun 13, 2018 1:00 am - ST. PAUL, Minn. - A raccoon that became an internet sensation by scaling a 25-story office tower in downtown St. Paul was safely trapped early Wednesday, and animal con...
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Exotic bird shop opens in downtown Arlington HeightsJun 13, 2018 1:00 am - Alexis Highland has had a love for raising birds ever since they were her family pets growing up in Warrenville. That led to going away to college and a memorable study ...
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Pets OK at suburban farmers markets? Some say noJun 12, 2018 5:30 am - The combination of pets and fresh produce marks the start of summer at many of the dozens of farmers markets across the suburbs. The appeal of bringing the family pooch ...