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PORTAGE PARK There are lots of things to do and see in the Portage Park neighborhood and one of my favorite local haunts is the Empty Bottle . It's a unique venue with lots to offer and this weekend is set to start out fantastically. With local bands
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NORWOOD PARK Snow blowing a neighbor's front walk or driveway is something that just about anyone would appreciate. Local resident, Heather Aragosa, and her fiancé were the heroes of their neighborhood last year when they circled a three block
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NORWOOD PARK At just 87 years young, local resident Cecilia Jakubowski relishes her first time as a celebrated artist for the Norwood Crossing 7th Fall Annual Art Exhibit . As a Norwood Crossing resident, 20 of Cecilia's paintings were shown earlier
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NORWOOD PARK Last week, local community activists were honored at the Norwood Park Chamber of Commerce annual award dinner and officer installation. Those honored include Jim del Medico, Marilyn Jones and Corrine Schreiber. All have been living and working
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Usually we try to give you current information when talking about our local news and events. This week we want to remind everyone that because Valentine's Day is on a Sunday, it might better to plan ahead. Here are some locations that are offering
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This week we wanted to highlight those events that are relevant to entertainment and, especially, raising funds for Haiti. Hope you enjoy these events. NORWOOD PARK So it's a little early but now is a good time to get in to see a VIP screening of
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LAKEVIEW Plan ahead this time because it's sure to sell out. Dos Equis is hosting " The Most Interesting Show in the World ," on November 6 at the Park West. Earlier this year, they hosted a party at the Museum of Science and Industry. Now
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NEW TAX HITS CARBONATED BEVERAGES, CANDY - EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1ST! Chicago is beginning to be known for its high taxes. Already, the Cook County General Sales Tax hits City of Chicago Residents the hardest - with a 10.25% tax on general merchandise,
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BIOGRAPH THEATRE STILL STANDS - AREA TOURS, MUSEUMS CELEBRATE POPULAR PUBLIC ENEMY #1! GOOD FOR CHICAGO? Here in Chicago , it is hard to deny our past reputation as a haven for Famous 1920's and 1930's Mobsters . Even to this day, our association
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PORTAGE PARK After consulting with Hands to Help Ministries , the local owners at Six Corners Business Association in Portage Park are working to help the homeless and panhandlers find what it is they need from social services. Now with the help of a
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SERIES BASED, SHOT HERE SINCE ITS DEBUT IN SEPTEMBER, 1994! Since the hit TV Series ER began its trend setting run nearly 15 years ago, the producers and cast have come to Chicago three to four times each year for seasonal shots - 54 visits in all. Although
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WRIGLEYVILLE Wrigley Field is set to officially announce a new restaurant concept that will be attached to the park via a turnstile for those who have a ticket to the game. Local residents are unsure they like the concept but the reality is that the Cubs
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ECONOMIC DOWNTURN MAY HAVE SOME MALLS SCALING BACK THIS YEAR! Shortened Shopping Hours! Lower Temperatures! Fewer Seasonal Plants Outside! Energy-Efficient Lighting! Even Scaled- Back Christmas Decorations! In a bid to trim expenses in the face of one
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CHICAGO SHOE SELLER CHERNIN'S SHOE OUTLET GOING OUT OF BUSINESS - ONE OF THE LAST HIGH-VOLUME, HIGH-SERVICE SHOE STORES! Remember shoe shopping as a little kid - or, maybe, for some, as you got a little older? Doting salesmen, on commission, nicely
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32 TOLL PLAZA SIGNS ON IL TOLLWAY WILL HAVE EX-GOVERNOR'S NAME EXPUNGED! SOME DRIVERS CHEER! Here in Chicago , in Illinois , and in other parts of the country, having your name plastered on highly-viewed signage, or in prominent ads or city-sponsored
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