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  • St. John Brebeuf School kicks off a memorable year

    Updated Oct 3, 2019

    "The 2019-2020 school year will be an absolute memorable one for St. John Brebeuf School," said Dr. Mary Maloney, Principal. "Jack the Jaguar and our Student Council officers helped us kick off the year in true Jaguar fashion," she said. School began Tuesday, Aug. 20. According to Dr. Maloney, SJB has configured the school into three teams-the Early Childhood/Primary Team (Preschool–2nd Grade); the Intermediate Team (3rd–5th Grade); and the Middle School Team (6th–8th Grade...

  • Niles briefs

    Updated Oct 3, 2019

    The City of Des Plaines Seeks Fire/Paramedic Applicants The City of Des Plaines is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. Applications are online at iosolutions.com and must be submitted for consideration no later than 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. Please view the job description to view the requirements, application, and testing information. All additional questions should be directed to IOS Recruitment at [email protected] or 1.888.784.1290. Petition for Unimproved Alleys The...

  • NW Theatre presents 'The Fundamentals' Aug. 29-31

    Updated Oct 3, 2019

    Niles West Theatre presents “The Fundamentals” on August 29 through 31 in the Black Box Theatre at Niles West High School, 5701 W. Oakton, Skokie. “The Fundamentals” was developed by Steppenwolf Theatre Company, through its New Plans Initiative and was presented as part of First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Chicago, IL; Martha Lavey, Artistic Director, David Schmitz, Managing Director. Direct from Steppenwolf Theatre, this modern—and often shocking—new play was commissioned and developed as part of Steppenwolf...

  • Fall is the Perfect Time to Start Volunteering

    Updated Oct 3, 2019

    Volunteers are so important to the Forest Preserves' successful restoration of our prairies, wetlands, savannas and woodlands, and contribute to the experience of enjoying our forest preserves in many other ways, as well. Fall is an especially busy season for volunteers, and a perfect time to get started on your volunteer journey. Check out these five ways to volunteer this fall-or visit our Volunteer Page for a full list of volunteer opportunities. Your Business Can...

  • Niles briefs

    Updated Oct 3, 2019

    Teen Center Dance Canceled The Teen Center Back-to-School Dance, originally scheduled for Saturday, September 14, has been canceled. Please disregard the advertisement for this event in the fall ‘Focus On Niles’ newsletter. Visit the Community Calendar at www.vniles.com throughout the year for the latest special event information! Save the Date! October 26 for the 7th Morton Grove Community Artist Performance Open call for artists from August 20 to September 20 by 5pm Announcement: September 27. ONLINE SUBMISSION ONLY at www....

  • Commissioner to host  Niles Township Property Tax Appeal Workshops

    Updated Oct 2, 2019

    Cook County Commissioner Larry Suffredin is announcing two free property tax appeal workshops for Niles Township residents. “It’s important for all homeowners to appeal their property tax assessment annually to ensure they are paying their fair share,” said Suffredin. “My staff can analyze your property tax bill and file any missing exemptions.” The Cook County Assessor has announced that he will send Niles Township assessment notices starting on Tuesday, September 10. Residents have thirty days from when the notices a...