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News from July 2024

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Local authorities urge use of cooling centers amid rising temperatures

By West Cook News | Jul 31, 2024

As temperatures continue to rise, local authorities are urging residents to take advantage of cooling centers and other resources available to help cope with the heat. Cooling centers provide a safe and air-conditioned environment for those who may not have access to adequate cooling in their homes.

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Metra Commuter Lot construction set to begin in Riverside

By West Cook News | Jul 31, 2024

The Village of Riverside has announced that the Metra Commuter Lot 8 Green Parking Lot Project will commence on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. The project involves removing the existing asphalt pavement and replacing it with permeable subbase granular material and permeable pavers. Additionally, staircases, segments of curb and gutters, and sidewalks will be replaced. A bio-retention facility will also be installed adjacent to the parking lot.

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Brookfield's annual street improvement project begins next week

By West Cook News | Jul 30, 2024

The Village of Brookfield's annual Residential Street Improvement Project is set to commence the week of July 31. The contractor will initiate preliminary work, including tree protection measures, root pruning, and saw cutting.

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Village introduces shared curbside compost cart initiative

By West Cook News | Jul 29, 2024

Residents who are part of the Village's waste collection contract can now share the cost of a Curbside Compost Cart with their neighbor.

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West Cook News area weekly mass times

By West Cook News | Jul 28, 2024

The following parishes in the West Cook News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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City of Countryside Police Pension Board met July 25

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jul 27, 2024

City of Countryside Police Pension Board met 4:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25.

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Village of River Forest Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees met July 25

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of River Forest Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Thursday, July 25

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Village of River Forest Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees met July 25

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of River Forest Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Thursday, July 25

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Village of Franklin Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees met July 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of Franklin Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Tuesday, July 23

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Village of Franklin Park Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees met July 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of Franklin Park Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Tuesday, July 23

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Cook County home sales in week ending July 20

By West Cook News | Jul 27, 2024

There were 172 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending July 20, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Village of Forest Park Village Council met July 22

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of Forest Park Village Council met Monday, July 22

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Village of Brookfield Conservation Commission met July 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of Brookfield Conservation Commission met Tuesday, July 23

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Village of Brookfield Planning and Zoning Commission met June 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of Brookfield Planning and Zoning Commission met Thursday, June 27

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Village of Brookfield Planning and Zoning Commission met July 25

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of Brookfield Planning and Zoning Commission met Thursday, July 25

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Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met July 22

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of Brookfield Committee of the Whole met Monday, July 22

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Village of Brookfield Village Board met July 22

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of Brookfield Village Board met Monday, July 22

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Village of Berkeley Village Board met July 24

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 27, 2024

Village of Berkeley Village Board met Wednesday, July 24

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Cicero Town President warns community about growing fentanyl abuse

By West Cook News | Jul 26, 2024

Cicero Town President Larry Dominick has issued a statement addressing the increasing abuse of fentanyl in the community. Highlighting the devastating impact of drug abuse, Dominick emphasized the ongoing efforts to combat the illegal sale and use of drugs to save lives.

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River Forest addresses Madison Street incident with arrest

By West Cook News | Jul 26, 2024

The Village of River Forest has reiterated its commitment to being a welcoming community for all residents, businesses, and visitors, explicitly condemning any form of hateful speech or discrimination. This statement follows a recent incident involving two business owners where such interactions reportedly occurred.