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PROJECT HEARTWELL 5K RUN/WALK
Come one come all and join District 81 Community Outreach Foundation’s Project Heart Well 5K Run/Walk Sunday, September 30, 2012 8 am. Kennedy School, 3945 Wehrman Ave., Schiller Park For further information visit www.projectheartwell.com
Video Gaming Coming to Franklin Park
Critics of gambling were not too happy to see the Mayor and Village Board of Franklin Park approve unanimously video gaming at local bars and restaurants. Although a small amount of revenue will come to the Village, 5%, critics claim the negatives far outweigh any profit. The owners will benefit, but the possibility of increased tax issues, […]
Unity in Community asks for Donations to help Lucia!
An Open Letter from Director Tom Brimie Dear Friends and Leyden Alumni, I am writing to ask / beg for your help. As most of you know the Unity in Community Foundation held a fundraiser last November for a recent Leyden graduate, Lucia Ramirez . Lucia is suffering from an illness that will take her life […]
UNITY IN COMMUNITY 4th Annual Pre-Holiday Fundraiser & Food Drive
Hosted by: The Unity in Community FOUNDATION, nfp When: Novemeber 10, 2012 Where: Underpass Restaurant & Lounge 9400 Grand Ave Franklin Park, IL 60131 Cost: $20.00 perrson, includes entry in the Door prizes This year the Unity in Community Foundation is raising money to support the Mike Sliwinski Family from Franklin Park. Mike was […]
MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY – October 27, 2012
Take part in Make A Difference Day on Saturday, October 27, 2012. Help Seniors & Persons with Pysical Disabilities with small chores around the home. Make A Difference day is the largest national day of helping others – Schiller Park’s event is sponsored this year by Barbara Piltaver and People & Places Newspaper. Volunteers are […]
Police Blotter – September, 2012
FRANKLIN PARK KIDNAPPING – At approximately 3:34 a.m. Sunday August 5, 2012 a 26 year old female was walking home in the area of Fullerton and Lincoln when a vehicle pulled up alongside her and questioned if she needed help. The vehicle was driven by the suspect Jesus M Cano, 37 years old, who resides […]
Teacher Salary Rankings in Illinois
Where does your school district rank in Illinois for teacher’s salaries? The survey includes and compares close to 900 Illinois school district Beg. Bachelors: The starting salary for a teacher with a bachelor’s degree. Beg. Bach Rank: The rank among public school districts in the state. Top Master’s: The highest salary for a teacher with […]
Welcome to our New Website!
Take a Moment to Look Around! Hello everyone, and welcome to the new People & Places Website. Although it is still under some construction, it has a lot of information, stories, and events that concern our towns and neighborhoods. Your suggestions are welcome, so don’t hesitate to contact us and let us know your thoughts. […]
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