Making a Comeback: The Return of the Cicadas

March 4, 2024 / Comments Off on Making a Comeback: The Return of the Cicadas

By Anna Hughes | Photos courtesy of the The Morton Arboretum A rare ecological event is happening this spring and summer, but it comes with…

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Stan Mikita’s Hockey School helps Deaf players gain skills while building community

March 4, 2024 / Comments Off on Stan Mikita’s Hockey School helps Deaf players gain skills while building community

By Maureen Callahan Each June, 80 kids from every corner of the country come to Itasca to participate in Stan Mikita’s Hockey School for the…

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Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity

March 4, 2024 / Comments Off on Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity

This year marks the 116th edition of the Chicago Auto Show, North America’s longest-running auto exposition. First staged in 1901, the show brings thousands of…

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Anchoring Communities with a Proud History

March 4, 2024 / Comments Off on Anchoring Communities with a Proud History

In 2024, Clarendon Hills commemorates a significant milestone—the 100th anniversary of its establishment, acclaimed as the “Volunteer Village”. Beginning this April, the village is set…

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Mother-daughter duo celebrates 10 years of owning Page’s Restaurant

January 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Mother-daughter duo celebrates 10 years of owning Page’s Restaurant

By Anna Hughes Photos by Victor Hilitski Kathy Barbara was tired of the “ugly” blue and pink wallpaper on her restaurant walls. The previous owner,…

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Jim Peterik

January 9, 2024 / Comments Off on Jim Peterik

Award-winning songwriter and musician, Jim Peterik, has had a remarkable journey in the music industry, including collaborations with renowned artists and experiences born out of…

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Hinsdale Central sibling science teachers wrapping up a long run

January 7, 2024 / Comments Off on Hinsdale Central sibling science teachers wrapping up a long run

By Chuck Fieldman | Photos by Alyssa Barry The unusual didn’t take long to become a beloved norm at Hinsdale Central more than 30 years…

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Hinsdale Central’s Bandukwala wins back-to-back state XC titles

January 7, 2024 / Comments Off on Hinsdale Central’s Bandukwala wins back-to-back state XC titles

By Jeff Vorva Who saw this coming four years ago? Hinsdale Central’s Aden Bandukwala won his second straight Class 3A individual cross country title on…

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Education: Montini Catholic High School

January 7, 2024 / Comments Off on Education: Montini Catholic High School

Independent and private schools continue to prosper There are several exceptionally strong schools in the western suburbs. Many schools have a rich history and are…

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Education: Notre Dame Catholic School

January 7, 2024 / Comments Off on Education: Notre Dame Catholic School

Independent and private schools continue to prosper There are several exceptionally strong schools in the western suburbs. Many schools have a rich history and are…

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