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Elmwood Park Village Board okays snow plan, bus service for seniors
Vouchers used to pay high school students for shoveling ELMWOOD PARK – The Village Board has approved a plan to help senior citizens and disabled residents pay for snow removal at their homes when there is a snowfall of six inches or more. The board voted unanimously in favor of the program which provides eligible […]
Flood Proofing Assistance Expanded in Elmwood Park
Centennial Park contract awarded ELMWOOD PARK – Homeowners in Elmwood Park will get additional help in flood proofing their homes under an expanded grant assistance program approved by the Village Board. The board amended the existing program to include installation of new glass block windows, retaining walls or other related work deemed necessary to prevent […]
Elmwood Park Crackdown on holiday traffic.
Elmwood Park Police Department launches holiday traffic enforcement crackdown Checkpoint to focus on impaired driving, seat belt enforcement (Elmwood Park, Illinois) – The Elmwood Park Police Department Officers will conduct a series of saturation patrols until January 1, 2013. The saturation patrols are designed to reduce traffic crashes and the liability associated with the violations of vehicular safety […]
RICHIE’S Restaurant in Schiller Park Now Open
BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER IS NOW SERVED! After numerous upgrades and renovations, Richie’s Restaurant located in the old Mama K’s location is now open for business. Located at 9812 W. Lawrence Avenue in Schiller Park, they are open from 6 am to 2 am daily. Saturdays until 3 am. Owner Rich Pisani welcomes you to […]
Saviano seeks Village President Position in Elmwood Park
Elmwood Park, IL — Angelo “Skip” Saviano recently announced that he will seek election for Village President of Elmwood Park. Saviano, who is a life-long resident of the Village, is vying for the office in hopes of continuing the tradition of putting people first and politics second. Saviano, who will be leaving the state legislature […]
Village President Pete Silvestri of Elmwood Park won’t seek re-election
Elsie Sutter to retire after 22 years as Village Clerk ELMWOOD PARK – Elmwood Park Village President Pete Silvestri has announced that he will not run for re-election in 2013. Silvestri, who is also a Cook County Commissioner, will leave after 24 years in office. His last day as Village President will be May 6, 2013. “After […]
Knight of Columbus Deliver Thanksgiving Baskets
Boxes containing all the fixings for a Thanksgiving dinner were assembled and delivered by the Knights of Columbus in Northlake. Items included in the boxes delivered were a turkey, fresh pumpkin pie, and box mix items for side dishes. This annual event took place on Saturday November 17th. The Knights received a list of those in […]
ELMWOOD PARK HOLIDAY LIGHTING CEREMONY DECEMBER 1ST!
Elmwood Park Holiday Lighting Ceremony set for Dec. 1st Elmwood Park Civic Chorus to lead carols ELMWOOD PARK – Elmwood Park will herald the season with a Holiday Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, December 1st at 6 p.m. The event will take place in Central Park at 75th and Fullerton Avenues. “This is a joyous event,” […]
SANTA TO VISIT EAST LEYDEN HIGH SCHOOL
SANTA TO VISIT EAST LEYDEN A Visit from Santa is a collection of three short stories starring the big man himself – Santa. This is the perfect 45-minute theater experience for children, or adults who are children at heart. Stay after the show for free pictures with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and North Pole Elves. It’s […]
Park District of Franklin Park Special Events for December 2012
Check out their brochure online @ www.fpparks.org. Special Events Polar Express Saturday, December 1 • 2:30-4:45 p.m. Saturday, December 8 • 2:30-4:45 p.m. Saturday, December 15 • 2:30-4:45 p.m. Location: The Franklin Park Train Station, 25th and Pacific ALL ABOARD!! Children and Parents take a ride to the North Pole to see Santa Claus on our […]
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