Sunday, February 3, 2013
In the last week, you may have missed stories about filing taxes, George Ryan, businesses open and closing, a key witness suing, ruse burglary, local business’ Facebook pages, the new chamber president and more in Orland Park and nearby.
MONDAY When Can I File My 2012 Tax Return? The IRS has announced a delayed start to the 2012 tax filing season. Here's the date of when you can file, plus some locations in Orland Park to get help on your taxes. Business Comings & Goings: Terry’s Lincoln to Close Feb. 1 Johnny's Char-House closes in Orland • Fannie May outlet store opens in Tinley • Carm's Beef closes in Tinley TUESDAY Key Witness' Firing Could Be 'Turning Point' for Sex Assault Case, Defense Says The defense attorney for Robert Phelan, an Oak Lawn man accused of sexually assaulting a 93-year-old dementia patient at an Orland Park care facility, said Monday, Jan. 28 that the state's key witness is involved in a civil lawsuit with the facility. Firehouse Subs Helping Youth…
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Prosecutors in the case against a 25-year-old man charged with reckless homicide for a DUI-related accident that killed a Lockport nurse said Tuesday they will be testing blood found at the scene.
Investigators will test blood found at the scene of a DUI-related accident that killed a Lockport nurse last summer for DNA evidence, prosecutors said during a hearing Tuesday. Matthew Senica, 25, has pleaded not guilty to 14 counts of aggravated DUI and one count of reckless homicide in connection with the July 8 accident that killed 51-year-old Heidi Roseen on her way to work as a nurse at Advocate Christ Medical Center. Police said Senica was driving back to Orland Park from what Senica told police was a night of drinking in Chicago. He was heading south on LaGrange Road, and drove through the red light at the intersection with 95th Street at well over 70 mph, according to police. Senica's Ford F150 truck reportedly struck Roseen's …
Sunday, December 16, 2012
In the past week, you might have missed stories about property sales, claims of age in a pornography case, DUI accident reconstruction, iPads in school, flu shots, a cute dog and ways to address a major tragedy involving children.
MONDAY iPads on the Way to D135 After $18,000 Private Donation and More (Live Blog Transcript) Orland School District 135 also adopted their tax levy for 2013 during Monday night’s school board meeting. Read our transcript from the meeting. Business Comings & Goings: Sords to Sell Properties, Keep Businesses Open and Lease from New Owners Riverdale Body Shop opens 9th location in Orland Park • Orland Park Bank & Trust sports new look • Venture One Acquires Orland site • Tinley Park Chamber celebrates season with a party • Charter Fitness holds annual toy drive. TUESDAY How to Save on Winter Heating Costs Local hardware store man offers simple ideas to plug leaks and save on energy costs during the winter months. This Week's Pet: New Dog on…
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
A 25-year-old Orland Park man is facing one count of reckless homicide, after he was in an accident resulting in the death of a 51-year-old nurse from Lockport.
Authorities are working to reconstruct the scene of an accident last summer that killed a nurse on a her way to work, attorneys said Tuesday, Dec. 10. Matthew Senica, 25, has pleaded not guilty to 14 counts of aggravated DUI and one count of reckless homicide. He remains in custody after his bond was set at $1 million. At Tuesday's hearing, Senica's attorney Russell Miller told Judge Carmen K. Aguilar that he believes the action of reconstruction is still missing from discovery. Senica, clad in standard Cook County Department of Corrections garb, didn't speak during the hearing and kept his head lowered. Are you a fan of true crime? Follow Crime-N-Shame on Facebook for tales of woe and mischief throughout the Chicago area. Police say on …
Sunday, November 4, 2012
We look back at child pornography charges, tax rebates, crafty dog care, Black Friday starting early, election previews, 1st Congressional District thoughts and other Orland Park news you might have missed in the past week.
MONDAY Police Accuse Orland Park Man of Possessing Child Pornography on Computer The man was arrested after a joint effort between Orland Park and Chicago police, as well as a Cook County State’s Attorney task force focused on Internet crimes against children. How To Apply for the Orland Park Property Tax Rebate Today is the day that Orland Park property owners can begin applying for a property tax rebate. The application period goes until Dec. 14 TUESDAY Driver Pinned in Rollover Accident Keeps Dog Occupied During Rescue A man stuck in his SUV after it rolled over during an accident Tuesday distracted his large dog in the vehicle, as firefighters worked to remove them both. Orland Park 'Ghost Rider' Trial Date Set Charged with several …
Friday, November 2, 2012
Matthew Senica, 26, remains in custody on felony reckless homicide and aggravated DUI charges in the case where an Advocate Christ Medical Center nurse was killed on her way to work.
Evidence is still being exchanged in the case against a 26-year-old Orland Park man charged with felony aggravated DUI and reckless homicide, for his role in an accident that killed a nurse on her way to work. Matthew Senica, 26, appeared in standard khaki-colored Department of Corrections garb during a brief hearing in a Bridgeview courtroom Thursday, Nov. 1. He has been in custody on a $1 million bond since July. Police say Heidi Roseen, 51, was on her way to Advocate Christ Medical Center from her Lockport home to work a shift as a nurse on July 8. While en route, she was reportedly struck by Senica's Ford F150 and was later declared dead by fellow staff at Christ. Senica has pleaded not guilty to 14 counts of aggravated DUI and one …
Sunday, August 26, 2012
We look back at a week of bond refunds, farewell to a chef, superintendent consulting, open houses, West Nile, broken boards, football, as well as sentencing and pleas in court.
MONDAY Former Sandburg Coach Sentenced After Pleading Guilty to Criminal Sexual Abuse Steven Reynolds, of unincorporated Hinsdale, received a sentence that included 15 days of work-release and 30 months of probation. OP Man Pleads Not Guilty in Fatal DUI Crash Matthew Senica, 25, is expected to be back in court on Sept. 25 on reckless homicide and aggravated DUI charges. Bond Refunding Nets Over $800,000 in Savings and More (Live Blog Transcript) Orland Park saved more than expected Monday after refunding bonds from 2006. The Public Safety, Public Works and Development Services committees will also met. Read our live blog transcript for more details. TUESDAY Frankfort Restaurateur Chef Klaus Dies Klaus Ditchler, 77, was known as Chef Klaus…
Sunday, August 5, 2012
We look back at a week of the Taste of Orland Park, moving on after a fire, sad day for Beggars, Walk for Julie ending, DUI death case, fundraising after tragedy and a new Patch site.
MONDAY Papa Joe's After The Fire The longtime Orland Park restaurant had little problem bouncing back after a roof fire in June. Comings & Goings: Sandal Shop, Jamaica Jerk, Open Jamaica Jerk Choice, a Caribbean-flavored restaurant, finally opens in Tinley Park. TUESDAY Orland Cops Looking For Carjacker Who Kicked 88-Year-Old Woman Man steals purse, keys and car at Walgreens parking lot. Beggars Pizza Founder Dies at 55 The visitation for Peter Garetto is scheduled to start at noon on Wednesday. 'Walk for Julie' Goes Out On Top After 10 years and $1 million raised, Orland Park resident Mary Doody marks end of charity walk in daughter's name. WEDNESDAY Thousands At OP Chick-fil-A Supporting Free Speech and ‘Traditional’ Marriage In the wake…
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Matthew Senica, 25, is still in custody on $1 million bond for accident that took a nurse's life.
An Orland Park man was indicted Tuesday on 14 counts of aggravated DUI and one count of reckless homicide for his role in an accident that took the life of a nurse on her way to work. Matthew Senica, 25, of the 13700 Block of 88th Ave. was indicted by Judge Peter Felice at the Cook County Circuit Court in Bridgeview and is still in custody on a $1 million bail. He was charged July 11 with felony aggravated driving under the influence. The nurse, 51-year-old Heidi Roseen of Lockport, was on her way to Advocate Christ Medical Center from her Lockport home, heading east on 95th Street at about 6:20 a.m. July 8 around, according to Cook County Sheriff Spokesman Frank Bilecki. Sign up for Orland Park Patch breaking news alerts. Senica was …
Sunday, July 15, 2012
We look back at a week of an array of different court actions, a plan for a new superintendent, another brush fire in Orland Park and more.
MONDAY Agreement Reached in Sandburg Coach's Sexual Abuse Case, Sentence to Come Steven Reynolds, of unincorporated Hinsdale, will return to court for a pre-sentencing report in August. Comings & Goings: Sears Opens Scrubology Store Also in this week's business news, learn how to cash in on Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-Fil-A, see what car wash business is expanding its horizons and find out all you need to know about Tinley's Caribbean Block Party. TUESDAY D135 Taking Superintendent Hiring Back Into Own Hands The Orland School District 135 Board of Education won’t be contracting with the Illinois Association of School Boards to help with the upcoming permanent superintendent search. WEDNESDAY Enter to Win Free Food at Taste of Orland Park…
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