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City of Countryside City Council met Sept. 25

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 26, 2024

City of Countryside City Council met Wednesday, Sept. 25

FOIA Request Sent to City Of Berwyn Finance Department Regarding Sales Tax Collected from Retailers on October 25, 2024

By West Cook News | Oct 25, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City Of Berwyn Finance Department regarding sales tax collected from retailers.

FOIA Request Sent to City Of Northlake Finance Department Regarding Sales Tax Collected from Retailers on October 25, 2024

By West Cook News | Oct 25, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City Of Northlake Finance Department on October 25, 2024.

FOIA Request Sent to City Of Countryside Finance Department Regarding Sales Tax Records on October 25, 2024

By West Cook News | Oct 25, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City Of Countryside Finance Department in Illinois regarding sales tax records on October 25, 2024.

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Entertainment event this weekend in West Cook County: Friday, Oct. 25 - Sunday, Oct. 27

By West Cook News | Oct 24, 2024

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in West Cook County this weekend.

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Cook County allocates $900K for domestic violence victim support

By West Cook News | Oct 24, 2024

The Cook County Board of Commissioners has officially recognized October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The board, led by Commissioner Alma Anaya, passed a resolution and approved $900,000 in new grant funding for community-based organizations that provide essential services to victims and survivors of domestic violence.

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LeadCare Cook County celebrates milestone with 100th lead service line replacement

By West Cook News | Oct 24, 2024

The LeadCare Cook County program has reached a significant milestone by completing its 100th lead service line replacement. This initiative is part of an effort to provide safer drinking water for children in suburban Cook County. The program offers free lead service line replacements at child care facilities, focusing on reducing lead exposure for young children, who are particularly vulnerable to its harmful effects.

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River Forest police seek help locating missing man Emerson Bolen

By West Cook News | Oct 23, 2024

The River Forest Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating Emerson Bolen, a 68-year-old white male. Bolen is described as being 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing 150 pounds, with gray hair and blue eyes.

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Village begins fire hydrant painting project on October 25

By West Cook News | Oct 23, 2024

Go Painters is set to commence the Village's 2024 Fire Hydrant Painting Project on October 25. The initiative involves painting 400 hydrants throughout the Village. In comparison, last year saw the completion of 250 hydrants by the same company. An additional 80 unpainted hydrants are scheduled for painting in 2025.

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Riverside updates street data base with new pavement evaluation study

By West Cook News | Oct 22, 2024

The Village of Riverside has engaged Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) to conduct a comprehensive pavement evaluation study and update the Village's Street Data Base. The initiative aims to establish a 10-year street program designed to maintain the integrity of local roads using various construction maintenance techniques.

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DuBois Boulevard closure affects commuter parking near Congress Park

By West Cook News | Oct 22, 2024

To accommodate the final phase of street paving around the Congress Park Train Depot, DuBois Boulevard will be closed at Ogden Avenue on Wednesday, October 23. This closure will make the north commuter parking lot unavailable for use.

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Oak Park prepares for Día de Muertos celebration on November 2

By West Cook News | Oct 22, 2024

The Village of Oak Park, in collaboration with various community partners, is set to host the 2024 Día de Muertos event on Saturday, November 2nd.

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Cicero launches relief fund for Florida hurricane victims

By West Cook News | Oct 21, 2024

The Town of Cicero has initiated a relief fund to aid victims of the recent hurricane in Florida. Led by Town President Larry Dominick, officials have collaborated with local organizations and residents to gather funds and essential supplies for those affected.

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Cicero offers life-saving training with health and fire departments

By West Cook News | Oct 21, 2024

The Town of Cicero Health Department is offering emergency life-saving training sessions. These classes are organized by President Larry Dominick, the Board of Trustees, and the Town of Cicero’s Health and Fire Departments. The training will cover First Aid, Babysitter First Aid, CPR/AED, and Basic Life Saving procedures.

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Cicero opens early voting stations for residents starting October 21

By West Cook News | Oct 21, 2024

Early voting in Cicero is set to commence on Monday, October 21, 2024. The Town of Cicero has arranged for early voting stations at two locations: the Cicero PSO Building at 5410 W. 34th Street and the Cicero Community Center at 2250 49th Avenue. These stations will be open from October 21 through November 4, providing residents with an opportunity to cast their votes ahead of Election Day.

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Cook County seeks resident feedback for post-ARPA program priorities

By West Cook News | Oct 21, 2024

Cook County is seeking input from residents to help prioritize programs funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) as federal funding is set to end in 2026. Since the pandemic began, ARPA has contributed to over 70 vital programs within Cook County.

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Village announces Halloween trick or treat guidelines

By West Cook News | Oct 21, 2024

Trick or treating hours for Halloween have been set from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Residents who wish to distribute treats are advised to keep their front porch lights on during these hours. Conversely, those not participating should leave their porch lights off.

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Family & kids events this week in West Cook County: Oct. 20-26

By West Cook News | Oct 20, 2024

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in West Cook County this week.

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Entertainment events this week in West Cook County: Oct. 20-26

By West Cook News | Oct 20, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in West Cook County this week.

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Which former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

By West Cook News | Oct 20, 2024

These former West Cook News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.