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COD students tackle story of doomed lovers in 'Romeo and Juliet'Mar 23, 2012 6:00 am - Actors memorize lines. They learn sword fights. But replicating the naiveté of youth, that's a challenge. There's a purity — an unlearned love — that takes the stage wi...
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Summer job options limited in Dundee townshipMar 22, 2012 11:20 am - For another year, the Dundee Township Park District is not an option for teens who are looking for their first summer jobs. Without having a job fair for the third year,...
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Gurnee Park District honors dedicated volunteers, employeesMar 22, 2012 11:15 am - Each year, the Illinois Association of Park Districts allows member agencies to recognize employees, volunteers, elected officials or civic leaders who go above and beyo...
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Ela Library hosts series of international eventsMar 22, 2012 8:12 am - Lake Zurich’s Ela Area Public Library will host a series of cultural programs this month that explore dance and culture from around the globe. The events are family-frie...
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New monthly program will deal with homelessnessMar 22, 2012 8:00 am - More than ever, people who never thought it could happen have become homeless. In answer to the problem, Lake County Haven, a Libertyville nonprofit organization that p...
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Crocheters working hard to make blankets for hurt, sick kidsMar 22, 2012 5:00 am - Susan Kenyon learned to crochet back in 1967 and now faces a challenge. “One thing about knitters and crocheters is once your family has all the hats and scarves, we can...
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Pelicans arrive early at Kane forest preserveMar 22, 2012 12:00 am - Often viewed as a sign of spring in Kane County, the first group of American White Pelicans were spotted at Dick Young Forest Preserve March 13. Forest Preserve District...
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Wauconda chamber educational scholarships available, fundraiser plannedMar 21, 2012 11:54 am - The Wauconda Area Chamber of Commerce has announced that applications for its 2012 educational scholarships are now available. Completed applications must be postmarked ...
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$40,000 grant will help address chronic diseasesMar 21, 2012 8:00 am - The Kane County Health Department has been awarded a $40,000 grant from the American Public Health Association that will be used to further integrate a health component ...
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Sounds of New Music fest coming to North CentralMar 21, 2012 6:00 am - North Central College will celebrate contemporary classical music during its second annual Sounds of New Music Festival April 11 and 12 on its Naperville campus. The...