Articles filed under Good News
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‘Conservation takes action’: How volunteers restored 589 acres at Palatine forest preserveSep 23, 2025 5:02 pm - Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle visited Palatine on Tuesday to praise the work of dozens of volunteers who’ve restored hundreds of acres at Deer Grove East Forest Preserve to their natural state.
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Splashing success: Chicago River Swim a win for Barrington-based group’s search for ALS cureSep 22, 2025 7:06 pm - ‘We’re over the moon,“ Chicago River Swim organizer says of the event that celebrated the waterway’s rebirth and helped ALS research.
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Five years later, friendship still delivered by Pony Express at GreenFieldsSep 22, 2025 7:06 pm - The Barr sisters visit their 91-year-old pen pal Helen Meints at GreenFields of Geneva before a baton competition in Italy.
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Living Lord Church makes a difference through ELCA service daySep 22, 2025 5:21 pm - Living Lord Lutheran Church in Bartlett organized a "God's Work. Our Hands." day of service with 47 volunteers participating in various mission activities.
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Why do we watch birds? We all have our reasons, but the ‘Seven Pleasures of Birding’ is a good startSep 22, 2025 1:06 pm - In Jeff Reiter’s new book, “The Best of Words on Birds,” a central theme is that we should bird the way we want to, the way that feels best. Find your style and enjoy every experience.
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Saint Viator students support Special Olympics athletes at regional tournamentSep 22, 2025 10:23 am - Saint Viator High School student volunteers gained valuable social and emotional skills while assisting at the recent Special Olympics Illinois regional volleyball tournament.
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West Suburban Community Pantry receives $545k in state grantsSep 19, 2025 9:34 pm - West Suburban Community Pantry received a $545,000 grant from the state, enabling them to source and distribute food to those facing hunger in DuPage and Will counties, where demand has surged.
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‘It’s amazing’: Glen Ellyn District 41 offers full-day kindergarten with 12-classroom centerSep 19, 2025 12:26 pm - Glen Ellyn Elementary District 41 has unveiled a new kindergarten center with a tree house theme and its own mascot. The 12-classroom center allows the district to offer all-day kindergarten. “To see it all come together into this … I am beyond thrilled that we're here,” Superintendent Jeff McHugh said.
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Marklund celebrates expanded, renovated Wasmond Center, home for individuals with disabilitiesSep 19, 2025 11:16 am - A $17.4-million renovation of Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin adds 24 beds, therapy areas, and amenities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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‘I’m a blessed man’: Ailing dad accompanies daughter down aisle at impromptu hospital weddingSep 18, 2025 8:01 pm - Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights hosted an impromptu wedding ceremony Thursday, when Dan Benway - a patient battling stage four pancreatic cancer - was able to accompany his daughter Grace down the aisle.