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Pet of the Week
Ginger, a female mountain cur, enjoys social time with volunteer Anjali Thakrar of Willowbrook. Ginger is a very sweet girl that loves attention and being with people. She also loves being outside, running, playing and exploring. Ginger is best suited for a family with children …
First Cook County property-tax installment nears
The 2011 first installment of Cook County property tax payments bills are due March 1. Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas encourages paying online at cookcountytreasurer.com to avoid traveling during the winter season. Payments received after March 1 will be charged a 1.5 percent penalty per …
Western Lights Chorus to deliver Singing Valentines
For anyone looking for a unique and memorable Valentine’s Day gift, Western Lights Chorus has the answer. The Lombard-based chorus of Sweet Adelines International will deliver Singing Valentines – a-cappella musical messages of love and friendship – to special people. Quartets will travel to offices, …
Adventist team garners PR honors
Adventist Midwest Health’s public relations team won two Pinnacle Awards from the Illinois Society for Healthcare Marketing and Public Relations at the organization’s 2011 annual conference. These awards are the highest honors bestowed by the society, the state’s largest and most prestigious organization dedicated to …
Pet of the week
Harley, a 2-year-old, neutered male Siberian husky mix, enjoys social time with volunteer Sandy Ruby of Burr Ridge. Harley is housetrained, good-tempered, affectionate and loves to give kisses. He has been approved for placement with children 6 years or older. Visit Harley and the other …
Pet of the week
Baby, a 7-month-old male domestic short hair tabby, enjoys social time with Hinsdale Humane Society staff member Alan Lis. Baby has been approved for placement with children of all ages. Visit Baby and other dogs and cats available for adoption at the Hinsdale Humane Society, …
Rotary honors area students
Six students who attend Clarendon Hills Middle School, Hinsdale Middle School and Hinsdale Central High School received the Rotary Club of Hinsdale’s Youth Merit Award Jan. 6. This award recognizes high school and middle school students for scholarship, leadership and service. The Rotary Club honors …
