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Demonstrating Oakton Community College’s commitment to faculty and staff excellence, President Joianne L. Smith, Ph.D., recognized individuals who've made outstanding contributions to the college community throughout the past year. Awards were presented during a virtual event on Jan. 11. Megan Klein, associate professor of anthropology and sociology, and Jennifer Dadivas Hong, ESL faculty member, are the recipients of the 2020 Ray Hartstein Excellence in Teaching Awards. N...
Monica Elias, 15, was reported missing by her family on Monday night after she did not return to her unincorporated Glenview home. Monica is Hispanic, 4-feet, 11-inches tall and approximately 130 pounds. She has brown eyes and black hair. Anyone with information on Monica's whereabouts is asked to call Sheriff's Police at 708-865-4896 or 847-635-1188....
To protect the health of residents and staff at the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, healthcare professionals will test more than 80 residents in the facility’s general population this week. So far, there have been no positive tests of COVID-19 in the JTDC general population. It is anticipated that there will be residents in the general population who test positive. When the test results are available, the number of positive tests will be made public. In addition, more tests may be c...
Starting on Wednesday, April 8, the Library Tower will be lit red each night to show appreciation for all of the frontline healthcare workers. The Library includes in their appreciation the police officers, firefighters, and EMTs who are often in direct contact with infected patients. "We salute all frontline workers who are so important in the fight against COVID-19," said Assistant Director Greg Pritz. The Niles-Maine District Library is closed through Thursday, April 30....
Oakton student employee and alum Matt Slizys is helping to save lives. Slizys is spearheading a project using 3D printers at the college's Skokie campus to create COVID-19 face shields to distribute to local hospitals and health care facilities. Slizys, with the assistance of Oakton's Manufacturing Technology Department faculty members, have created at least 25 face shields, with the goal of producing 100. Once that objective has been reached, college officials will determine...
As Maine Township continues to deal with the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic, CDC guidelines are being followed and policies and procedures updated as necessary. While the physical town hall remains closed through at least April 30, most regular township services are still being offered to the public. Specifically, the food pantry and emergency general assistance are open and handling an incredible increase in requests. "As of April 3, staff delivered over 400 food boxes to the pu...
Chief Judge Evans extends postponement of most court cases, orders video appearances systemwide Chief Judge Timothy C. Evans today entered an order that extends the postponement of many criminal and civil cases in the Circuit Court of Cook County through May 18. The order also expands the use of videoconferencing for all court proceedings deemed necessary or emergencies during this time. The Office of the Chief Judge has been working with the justice system stakeholders – the sheriff, clerk, state’s attorney and public defend...
As part of its ongoing effort to inform the public of the measures being taken to combat the spread of COVID-19 within the Cook County Department of Corrections (DOC), the Cook County Sheriff’s Office will provide regular updates on the number of detainees who have been confirmed positive for the virus, the number confirmed negative, and the total number tested. As of 5 p.m. on March 26, a total of 89 detainees in DOC custody have been tested for COVID-19 after exhibiting flu-like symptoms. Of those, 24 detainees have t...
With the COVID-19 virus, changes are being made to garbage service in Park Ridge. Groot Waste Management issued the following statement to residents. "In order to protect the health and welfare of our employees along with keeping our customers and public safe, effective March 23, 2020 we are temporarily making collection changes until further notice," the statement read. "We will continue practicing the protocols and recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Again, these are temporary changes made in...
On the morning of March 22, Niles police officer Jerry Walczak took helped a homeless veteran in town. The veteran had no shoes, no food and soiled clothing. While he did this, Walczak was unknowingly being photographed by another officer. "We are so humbled our officers are always doing the right thing," a social media post of the event read. Walczak reached into his own pocket and bought the veteran new shoes, clothes and toiletries from the Walmart on west Golf Road as...
In light of growing concern about the spread of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of older members of the community who may be at increased risk of getting sick, the Village of Niles will be closing the Niles Senior Center until further notice. Effective immediately, all Senior Center programs, classes, activities, meetings and events are cancelled until further notice. The building itself will remain open through the end of...
As news of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to develop, and the World Health Organization has declared this outbreak a pandemic, North Shore Senior Center is taking a proactive stance to close our buildings to the public. Effective at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 12, all North Shore Senior Center locations will be closed, including the Northfield location at 161 Northfield Road, House of Welcome Adult Day Services at 1779 Winnetka Road, the Niles office at 7900A Milwaukee...
The Niles-Maine District Library is taking precautions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all employees and patrons in the Library District. Maintenance staff and overnight crews will be focusing their efforts on public areas of the Library. They will also make certain that each public hand sanitizer dispenser will be adequately supplied and that each desk whether public or private will be supplied with wipes. Patrons utilizing computers may ask library staff for wipes to wipe down computers, keyboards, and headphones at t...
The Circuit Court of Cook County continues to monitor state and local responses to the coronavirus and will follow guidance provided by state and local public health agencies and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Hand-sanitizing dispensers have been installed at courthouses, and cleaning crews are conducting regular cleanings with an emphasis on first-touch areas such as doors knobs and areas inside elevators and restrooms. All employees have been encouraged to get a flu shot; wash their hands often with soap...
The Niles Chamber of Commerce & Industry is proud to announce the nominees for the 16th Annual Niles Night of Roses held on Friday, April 24, 2020. Each year this community-driven event identifies exemplary Niles residents and businesses who contribute to the growth and overall health of the Niles community. Through voluntary work, civic duties and influential leadership, the Niles community has chosen three finalists for each of the eight categories. This year the Niles...
Farmers Market seeks volunteers Did you know that the Park Ridge Farmers Market started in 1989? The market is committed to bringing local farmers and artisans to our community who offer a variety of fresh herbs, flowers, specialty foods, baked goods, seasonal fruits and vegetables, and more. It also offers free live music and kids activities every week with vendors from Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and Indiana. Vendors needed for Health Fair The Community Health Commission and Park Ridge Park District are looking for...
The Village Board of Trustees is seeking a qualified candidate for the appointment of Local Liquor Commissioner. The following criteria are required for consideration: Shall be an attorney with an active license to practice law in the State of Illinois. Shall not legally represent liquor license applicants or holders before the jurisdiction over which he or she presides as local liquor control commissioner or before an adjacent jurisdiction. Shall not have an interest in the...
Demonstrating Oakton Community College’s dedication to those who served our country, the college has earned the 2020-2021 Military Friendly School designation for the fifth straight year. The distinction honors colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace America’s military service members, veterans and spouses as students and ensuring their success on campus. Oakton is committed to helping veterans obtain educational benefits through a var...
Show your Forest Preserves some love this month and join in on restoration activities. Volunteering is fun and meaningful, and lets you to get exercise outdoors while meeting new people. There are opportunities throughout the county for people of all ages and experience levels. Northwest Sunday, 2/9/20: Busse Woods South • 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in Elk Grove Village Sunday, 2/16/20: Poplar Creek-Schaumburg Road Grasslands • 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in Streamwood Saturday, 2/22/20:...
Respond to the 2020 Census It’s almost time to respond to the 2020 Census. The Census is a constitutionally required count of the population that takes place every ten years. Census data affects districts for elected representatives, funding for schools and government services, and even data that businesses use to make decisions about new developments. Individuals’ information is secure and is never shared with other government agencies. The self-response period begins on March 12. Residents will receive an invitation in the...
Shay Boyle has spent his entire educational life in Catholic schools and beginning in July, he will have the opportunity to lead young men through their own Catholic school life. That is after Boyle was approved in January by the Board of Directors of Notre Dame College Prep as the school's next president. "There may not be another person on the planet that has been through more Catholic education than me," Boyle said. "From kindergarten through eighth grade I went to Our...
Pace proposes route changes The City has been contacted by Pace in regards to proposed service changes that would affect Park Ridge riders. Proposed changes would include routes 215, 225, 226, 422, and 423; the addition of Route 424; and, the discontinuation of Routes 210 and 421. Pace is seeking public input on the next phase of these service improvements and will be holding six public hearings throughout its service region. For more information, please visit pacebus.com. Students Making Sauerkraut Learn to Love It, Learn...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is taking action to prevent the spread of respiratory illness caused by a new coronavirus (named “2019-nCoV”) that was first detected in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. Travelers from Wuhan are being screened for illness at O’Hare Airport and other cities in the United States.The virus is NOT currently spreading in the United States. There are ongoing investigations to learn more, and the Skokie Health Department is receiving daily updates. Information will be shared as it be...
Holly Santelli, owner of Ash and Willow Eco Salon and Beauty Apothecary, not only tries to make her salon sustainable, but has also made it a core value – considering both environmental and social impacts with every decision she makes. Eco-friendly practices are what sets her salon apart. Ash and Willow is certified sustainable Green Circle Salon - a program that helps them recycle up to 95 percent of the salon waste including hair, color tubes, foil, aerosol cans, and v...
District 64 will compete in the Special Olympics Spring Games at Prospect High School on April 25-26. Special Olympics is an athleti competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children, ages 8 and up with disabilities. In order to be eligible for participation in Special Olympics, every athlete must have a valid application for participation (Medapp) on file with Special Olympics Illinois prior to the start of training. The deadline in District 64 is Feb. 27, 2020....