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By Bob Balgemann, REPORTER There now are regulations on the books for massage parlors and shooting ranges. The Village Board twice voted 6-1, with Trustee James Kidd dissenting both times, to approve both sets of amendments to the Zoning Ordinance at its Nov. 7 meeting. Previously, there were no rules […]
The Parks Chamber “Light Up the Parks” Holiday Parade will take place at 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20. The parade route will travel from Schneider Electric parking lot on Clifford Ave. turn north on Elm Ave. turn left onto Roosevelt Road cross N. Second St. and will disassemble in […]
By Bob Balgemann, REPORTER The Chicago suburbs have claimed three more NIC-10 football teams in the opening round of the State Playoffs. One of those prevailing teams was Lake Zurich and its victim was Harlem. The Bears, who finished 6-1 in the North Suburban Conference and 7-2 overall, scored early […]
By Bob Balgemann, REPORTER Machesney Park Mayor Jerry Bolin has announced a plan he and Village Administrator Tim Savage hope will address current and future housing blight in the community. Their mission statement is as follows: “Improve the attractiveness, livability and economic viability of our residential neighborhoods through a multi-faceted […]
As the holiday season is almost upon us, Harlem Community Center (HCC) is working up a few activities in keeping with that time of year. First on the calendar is the Mother-Daughter Team, being planned for 1-3 p.m. Dec. 4, a Sunday, at the Hand-in-Hand Community Room, 9350 Forest Hills […]
By Margaret Downing, REPORTER The annual “Tribute to Veterans” was held in the City of Loves Park complex on Nov. 10. Turnout was great – and thanks to the Harlem High School Choraleers and the school’s Wind Ensemble, along with remarks made by officials on stage, attendees were quickly put […]
By Margaret Downing, REPORTER Loves Park Aldermen approved a number of resolutions at the Nov. 8 Loves Park City Council Meeting: * A Special Event Permit for Victory Sports Complex in the 7000 block of N. Alpine Road was approved to host a wedding event on Sat., Nov. 19 from […]
By Bob Balgemann, REPORTER For a long time there has been a spot on each Village Board Meeting Agenda for various elected officials to discuss whatever happens to be on their minds. For an equally long time no one said much. But in recent years Trustees have taken time to […]
By Linda Blair, NSLD PUBLIC RELATIONS Holiday preparations can be a hectic and stressful time. Let your public Library assist you during this holiday season. Here are some ways to help you relax and enjoy the holidays from North Suburban Library District. Shop NSLD offers some great opportunities to shop […]
By Margaret Downing, REPORTER On a foggy morning, Nov. 3, past residents and natives of Harlem Village, along with a number of local officials, met for the unveiling and dedication of a two-ton granite memorial constructed and placed by Muraski Monument Co. of Rockford. It is located at Forest Hills […]
