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Grocery Store Hours on Thanksgiving
2012 roundup of holiday hours at Des Plaines markets.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
- Des Plaines, IL
I’m a lifelong resident of the Northwest suburbs, and I completed my journalism degree at Columbia College in Chicago in 2009. While attending school I interned at Community Media Workshop, a nonprofit organization that connects nonprofit communicators with media professionals.
For the past three years I’ve enjoyed covering government, education, science, business, the arts and community news for a number of publications including <i>ChicagoTalks</i>, <i>Printing News</i>, <i>Appolicious</i> and <i>Patch</i>.
In my spare time I enjoy reading, music and cooking for my family and friends.
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New Des Plaines History Book to Be Released
“Images of America: Des Plaines” by David Whittingham, in cooperation with the Des Plaines History Center and Des Plaines Public Library, will be available beginning Nov. 26.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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Photo of the Day: Chase Bank Construction
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Rollover Crash at Miner, Lee Streets Sends One to Hospital
Des Plaines fire and police departments responded to a crash at Miner and Lee streets after 5 p.m. on Nov. 19, Fire Chief Alan Wax said.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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Lawsuit: Hazing, Sexual Assault of 14-Year-Old Boy at Maine West
The mother of a Maine West High School student filed a complaint with the Circuit Court of Cook County alleging hazing at Maine Township High School District 207.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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Limit on Des Plaines Dogs Could Increase from 3 to 4
Des Plaines City Council voted in favor of increasing the number of dogs allowed at a detached single-family residence from three to four at a meeting on Nov. 19. The change in law will be voted on again at the meeting on Dec. 3.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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How to Make a Thanksgiving Centerpiece
Candles, fresh flowers, supplies, a step-by-step guide for creating a stunning holiday centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Arlington Heights Man Accused of Pushing Rivers Casino Worker in Bathroom
An Arlington Heights man is accused of pushing a worker who was trying to clean a bathroom at Rivers Casino.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Door-to-Door Energy Workers Issued Permit Citations, More in Monday Blotter
The following arrest information was supplied by the Des Plaines Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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D-62's Westerhold Awarded Illinois Superintendent of the Year
Dr. Jane Beyer Westerhold, superintendent of Community Consolidated School District 62, was given special recognition by the Illinois Association of School Administrators.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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Bogusz Announces Bid for Des Plaines Mayor
Third Ward Alderman Matt Bogusz told a restaurant filled with supporters Saturday morning he is running for mayor of Des Plaines.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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Magical North Pole Train Ride to Depart from Des Plaines
A special group of about 60 families will embark on at trip to see Santa from the Des Plaines Metra Depot Saturday morning.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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Man Accused of Pushing Rivers Casino Worker, More in Friday Blotter
The following arrest information was supplied by the Des Plaines Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Niles-Morton Grove, IL|News|
Police: Red Liquid in Syringe, Metal Pipe Found in Morton Grove Man’s Truck
Police said the Morton Grove man told them he was a heroin addict. An arrest is merely an accusation and does not indicate a conviction.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
World Gym Closes Abruptly
Metropolitan Square in downtown Des Plaines gained another vacant storefront on Nov. 15 when a health club suddenly closed its doors.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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Police: Red Liquid in Syringe, Metal Pipe Found in Morton Grove Man’s Pickup Truck, More in Thursday Blotter
The following arrest information was supplied by the Des Plaines Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Park Ridge, IL|News|
Thanksgiving Ice Skating, Middle School Night, Philharmonic Chamber Players, More in Get Out: Nov. 16-18
Park Ridge Patch’s community event calendar lists tons of stuff to do.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
Des Plaines|News|
Yoga, Free Thanksgiving Craft, American Indian Music and Dance, More in Get Out: Nov. 16-18
Des Plaines Patch’s community event calendar lists tons of stuff to do.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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Man Faces Murder Charge in Wife’s Slaying
Opening statements will be made in the case of a man accused of stabbing his wife to death on Valentine’s Day in 2011, the Daily Herald reported.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
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Water Bills Reduced Due to Faulty Meter Readers
Amid some objection a water bill amnesty program was approved by Des Plaines City Council on Tuesday.
Christopher Brinckerhoff, Patch Staff
