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Richard Carlson, Pastor, Professor Emeritus

By Patrick Boylan
July 30, 2013

Richard Carlson, 73, a professor emeritus at North Park University, died Saturday after a long battle with esophagael cancer. Carlson, a minister in the Evangelical Covenant Church, received his bachelors degree from North Park College in 1962. He received a doctor of divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary in 1975. Dr. Carlson had served as...

Horner Park Riverfront Project Meeting

By From_Press_Releases_Other_Sources
July 22, 2013

The Chicago Park District will convene a meeting tomorrow to discuss the Army Corps of Engineers progress on the design and implementation of the Horner Park Riverfront project. It has an ambitious plan that currently includes re-grading 2,600 feet of river bank, providing access to the shoreline, restoring approximately ten acres of Oak Savannah habitat and creating four vernal pool wetlands....

Just Another Nice Girl Being Prom King

By Patrick Boylan
June 27, 2013

The Lane Tech prom has gained attention this week for the election of a female student as prom king. Ola Wolan is identified as the senior who won the election. Windy City Media reports Wolan ran against five straight boys, accepting their best wishes for an election win.   Read about Ola Wolan’s election...

CPS Update on Transition Progress

By From_Press_Releases_Other_Sources
June 27, 2013

Today, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and City departments involved in the city-wide effort to implement a safe and smooth transition for students attending Welcoming Schools next fall continued their weekly briefings and reported on their progress to date.   Mayor Rahm Emanuel has called on all City departments and agencies to work in tandem...

Ravenswood Covenant Summer Drop-in For Students

By From_Press_Releases_Other_Sources
June 18, 2013

The Ravenswood Covenant Church will be opening its doors on Tuesdays through the summer for children from 6th through 12th grade the church announced on its home page. From 3-5P each Tuesday the church encourages neighborhood children to hang out, play games and be active, the site says. The church is located at Damen...

Help Waters Win $75K Grant; Fast, Simple Online Vote

By From_Press_Releases_Other_Sources
June 13, 2013

Waters Elementary is one of 10 finalists nationwide (and the only school in IL) eligible for a $75,000 Green School Makeover. Global Green (the sponsor) has narrowed down the field, and are now asking for the public to help them decide. It’s a quick vote – Waters is the first school listed. We could...

Backbencher Deb Back in Discussion to Replace Dad

By Patrick Boylan
June 11, 2013

Following a flurry of discussion earlier this year, Illinois Rep. Deb Mell is again being discussed to replace her father, Ald. Dick Mell, in the 33rd Ward. News of the proposal has surfaced in two places, the Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Fran Spielman, who first revealed the idea in January, noted on Friday Deb...

That Skunk Doesn’t Belong Here!

By Patrick Boylan
May 29, 2013
That Skunk Doesn’t Belong Here!

Or so says the Lincoln Park Zoo. Check out their map of where animals roam. We’ve seen our share of backyard skunks in Northcenter.

Pot For Your Dog? No Thanks Says Local Vet

By Patrick Boylan
May 28, 2013

Derrick Landini, owner of Animal Ark Veterinary Clinic in Avondale and also of Heal Veterinary Clinic located in North Center says pot may not be an answer for pets with cancer. Using medical marijuana as an appetite stimulant for pets could prevent vets from finding the source of animal anorexia, Landini told Medill. Medical marijuana...

Ald. Waguespack Questions Parking Deal

By Patrick Boylan
May 28, 2013

Unlike the Congress, Chicago City Hall Aldermen depend on the analysis of the Mayor’s Office to make decisions. WMAQ has obtained questions put to the Mayor by Ald. Scott Waguespack regarding the parking meter deal.   Read Ald. Waguespack’s questions (pdf format embedded in web page)

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Trumbull Parents Sue to Stop Closure

By Patrick Boylan

Parents associated with Trumbull School’s Local School Council, Friends of Trumbull and the advisory boards of the school announced today they plan to sue...

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