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Former Lincoln Park Zoo keeper leads environmental education program in Rolling MeadowsJun 23, 2026 10:59 am - A former Lincoln Park Zoo keeper has spearheaded an environmental education series through the Rolling Meadows Park District.
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Wheeling restaurant renovation to get $225,000 grant from villageJun 17, 2026 6:45 pm - An extensive renovation of a restaurant at the Westin Chicago North Shore hotel in Wheeling will get a big financial boost from the village.
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‘Heading in the right direction’: Des Plaines council sets new 4-year strategic planJun 17, 2026 11:22 am - Des Plaines’ latest strategic plan gives residents and city employees a new vision for the city and a new mission statement, both of which can be summed up in just six words: to be a caring, welcoming community.
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Learn about volunteer opportunities in the suburbsJun 16, 2026 9:05 am - Nonprofit groups from throughout the Chicago area will gather for a volunteer fair on Saturday, June 20.
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Bartlett seniors help celebrate America’s 250thJun 15, 2026 6:32 pm - Dozens of resident at Bartlett senior community donned patriotic colors and lined up outside to form the number “250” on Monday in an early celebration of the United States’ semiquincentennial.
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Flag Day event to feature first Stars and Stripes display at historic schoolhouseJun 13, 2026 2:45 pm - The Schaumburg Township Historical Society will host an early 250th birthday celebration for America on Flag Day -- Sunday, June 14. The free event at the historic 1872 schoolhouse features a Betsy Ross portrayal, replica flags from 1777 and 1872, demonstrations on proper flag etiquette and more.
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Body found in Des Plaines lake, foul play not suspectedJun 11, 2026 12:59 pm - Foul play isn’t suspected in the death of a Rosemont many whose body was found in Des Plaines’ Lake Opeka, authorities said Thursday.
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Mount Prospect foot doctor keeping close eye on World CupJun 10, 2026 1:03 pm - A Mount Prospect podiatrist will be watching the South Korea team’s fortunes in the upcoming World Cup with a special interest.
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Schaumburg hosting Father’s Day Pancake BreakfastJun 09, 2026 2:51 pm - Schaumburg’s annual Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast will take place from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday, Jun 21, at the Schaumburg Regional Airport, 905 W. Irving Park Road.
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Learn fire safety tips at Fremont Public LibraryJun 09, 2026 2:43 pm - Families can learn fire safety tips from a Mundelein firefighter Saturday, June 13, at the Fremont Public Library.