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Veteran firefighters promoted in Des PlainesMar 16, 2026 8:14 pm - Des Plaines city leaders publicly celebrated the promotions of two veteran firefighters Monday.
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Arlington Heights paint collection event set for April 14Mar 16, 2026 12:40 pm - The Arlington Heights Health & Human Services Environmental Health Division is hosting a free latex paint collection event from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m Tuesday, April 14, at the public works building, 222 N. Ridge Ave.
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Nominations open for Maine Township Good Citizen AwardMar 13, 2026 9:19 am - Maine Township officials are accepting nominations for their annual citizenship award.
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Take a ride to check out these Bicycle Friendly CommunitiesMar 12, 2026 12:04 pm - The League of American Bicyclists recognized eight Chicago metro areas as Bicycle Friendly Communities, with Aurora, Batavia, Elmhurst and Niles achieving bronze status while Evanston maintained its silver ranking, the highest in the region.
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Rediscover Schaumburg during village’s 70th anniversary and share what you love mostMar 10, 2026 3:18 pm - The village of Schaumburg quietly marked its actual 70th anniversary last Saturday, but bigger celebrations and events are planned for the warmer months ahead.
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Play D&D at Des Plaines Public LibraryMar 06, 2026 4:02 pm - The Des Plaines Public Library will host a Dungeons & Dragons session for new players and beginners March 17.
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Cops, firefighters promoted in WheelingMar 04, 2026 10:30 am - In a village board room filled with their peers, two Wheeling police officers and three firefighters were promoted to positions of greater authority this week.
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Ahead of first voting experience, Conant seniors meet candidatesFeb 26, 2026 5:34 pm - More than 500 seniors recently gathered in the Conant High School auditorium for a unique opportunity to become educated voters while learning more about the election process.
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Elgin Golden K Kiwanis mark 50 years of service, fellowship, fighting hungerFeb 25, 2026 1:14 pm - For 50 years, the Elgin Golden K Kiwanis Club has been a steady presence in the Elgin area, proving that service does not retire with age.
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Buffalo Grove police hosting donation driveFeb 24, 2026 11:51 am - The Buffalo Grove Police Department is hosting a community drive in March to collect essential household and personal care items for residents served by the Vernon and Wheeling township food pantries.