Indoor dining shut down as COVID cases rise in Cook County

Monday, October 26th, 2020 1:48 PM

As Oak Park and River Forest restaurants prepared to close up outdoor seating ahead of wet and wintry weather, they now...

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'She was awesome'

Thursday, October 22nd, 2020 6:45 PM

On Oct. 21, Trinity High School announced the death of Sister Michelle Germanson, O.P, the former president of the...

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Discover the sweet side of Berwyn

Friday, October 23rd, 2020 12:45 PM

There are options abounding to satiate a sweet tooth in Berwyn.

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Fans leap to Academy of Movement's aid

Wednesday, October 21st, 2020 8:29 AM

Beloved and respected, the Academy of Movement and Music has taught children an appreciation of dance and other forms...

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COVID? OPRF stages full theater season

Wednesday, October 21st, 2020 8:31 AM

With a full season of shows planned for Oak Park and River Forest High School students involved with theater, some...

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Washington Blvd. apartment proposal gets praise

Wednesday, October 21st, 2020 9:12 AM

A proposal to build a five-story apartment complex on the empty lot at 261 Washington Blvd. got appreciative nods from...

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Halloween Photos to Feed Families

Friday, October 23rd, 2020 3:31 PM

Oak Parker joins Leadership Greater Chicago board

Thursday, October 15th, 2020 9:11 AM

Cops wearing pink throughout October

Thursday, October 15th, 2020 9:10 AM

Woman takes Bar exam, has baby

Thursday, October 15th, 2020 9:09 AM

A Gift of Cookies

Thursday, October 15th, 2020 9:04 AM

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SPORTS

No Chicago Marathon? No problem

Wednesday, October 21st, 2020 9:04 AM

The Oak Park Runners Club decided to do an unofficial alternate marathon right here in beautiful Oak Park.

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Former Friars reflect on passing of Fenwick legend Richard Borsch

Monday, September 21st, 2020 3:48 PM

These are among the many jobs Richard Borsch did well during his long and distinguished career at Fenwick High School....

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POLICE & FIRE

Man shot in shoulder near church off Roosevelt Rd. | Police reports Oct. 12-19

Wednesday, October 21st, 2020 9:15 AM

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Oak Park has four armed robberies in 45 minutes

Tuesday, October 20th, 2020 2:28 PM

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SMALL BUSINESS SUPER HEROES

BY SMALL BUSINESS SUPER HEROES

Meet Gigi Hudson of The Actors Garden

Sunday, October 25th, 2020 5:04 PM

Meet Gail Coughlin of Elevate Hair and Beauty Boutique

Tuesday, October 20th, 2020 11:26 AM

Meet Super Hero Dr. Cynthia Chow of CAA The Hearing Place

Monday, October 19th, 2020 11:35 AM

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LOCAL EATS

BY DAVID HAMMOND

Food & Drink for the Dead: Time to Make the Ofrendas

Thursday, October 22nd, 2020 12:00 PM

Nebraska Road Food: Cinnamon Roll and Chili

Tuesday, October 13th, 2020 12:00 PM

Got Lots of Tomatoes? Make a Tomato Galette or Tomato Pie

Tuesday, September 29th, 2020 12:00 PM

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BIG WEEK

BY STAFF

Big Week | October 14-21

Wednesday, October 14th, 2020 12:12 PM

Big Week | Oct. 7-14

Wednesday, October 7th, 2020 9:32 AM

Big Week | September 30 - October 7

Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 9:26 AM

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Community Announcements

Ballet Legere's "The Nutcracker" to return in 2021

Tuesday, August 4th, 2020 3:00 PM

For the first time in 36 years, Ballet Legere cancels its annual production of "The Nutcracker" for the 2020...

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Temple Har Zion Presents Three Unique Zoom Events July 26, July 29 and August 5

Wednesday, July 22nd, 2020 4:15 PM

Go behind the scenes of a hit Netflix show; discover the power of music and prayer in difficult times.

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Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation Announces Rapid Response and Recovery Fund Grants for COVID-19

Monday, April 20th, 2020 3:45 PM

The Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation (OPRFCF) announced its first round of Rapid Response and Recovery Fund...

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Accomplished Development Professional Joins Thrive Counseling Center

Wednesday, January 29th, 2020 2:15 PM

Sarah Finnegan, a Chicago area non-profit fundraising professional with deep experience in the health care sector, has...

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Saint Mary's College is proud to recognize Mary Trainor

Monday, January 13th, 2020 1:51 PM

Saint Mary's College is proud to recognize Mary Trainor for her outstanding academic achievement.

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