Community Corner

In the Rear View: Early Mayor Race, Molestation Charges and No Fire Service Cuts

We look back at a week of waiting for a fire chief, talks of residency, salon creativity, steak choices and resources for those suffering with drug and alcohol addiction.

MONDAY

Orland Fire Protection District board president James Hickey believes all fire district staff should live within the district’s boundaries, but the other trustees say there are more important issues at hand.

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Tinley Park expected to approve more than $3 million in bonds to bring Archer Wire International and 130 new jobs to the village.

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TUESDAY

Nancy Hudson, one of 21 independent business owners working out of Sola Salons in Orland Park, brings individuality to her craft in a unique workspace.

Lana is a sweetheart of a dog in need of a home, especially if someone is looking for a lap dog.

WEDNESDAY

The Orland Fire Protection District board also interviewed candidates to take the helm as chief during about four-and-a-half hours in closed session, but did not make a choice Tuesday night.

You’ve selected your favorite places for seared beef in Tinley Park and Orland Park. Now it’s time to choose your pick for Most Loved Steak between the two towns.

THURSDAY

The Orland School District 135 board president announced Wednesday that he will campaign for the position in the 2013 election to “right this ship.”

A sizable commercial space with a covered walk way has been sitting open for some time. What else can tie this corner together?

FRIDAY

Former students seeking claims against Irish Christian Brothers must show religious order knew certain members were a danger to children. Deadline to file is Aug. 1.

Orland Township has invited a wide range of educators, mental health practitioners, law enforcement officials and community groups to gather Wednesday, May 2 to help “link” those in need to available substance abuse assistance.


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