Oak Lawn, IL|Press Release|
Oak Lawn Fire Department Welcomes D123 Student As First Fire Buddy
A new program through the Oak Lawn Fire Dept. Project Buddies aims to improve the quality of life for local children with serious illnesses.

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A new program through the Oak Lawn Fire Dept. Project Buddies aims to improve the quality of life for local children with serious illnesses.

"We'll have activities for students the first half of the program followed by an opportunity for parents to network over Zoom."
"Join Wheaton Public Library and People's Resource Center for a virtual art project. This month, we're making winter trees with twigs!"
Western Springs police have issued a media release regarding a firearm discharge incident on Ogden Avenue on the evening of Dec. 23.
The holiday greens curbside collection will occur on the first three collection days in January as part of the regular refuse collection.
Please note that those in need of a warming center must follow all CDC health policies (wearing a mask, social distancing).
In one instance, suspect(s) used the garage door opener in the unlocked vehicle to open a resident’s garage door and search for valuables.
"Over Zoom, we'll share what items we would put into a time capsule to be opened by our future selves."
Only Friday garbage and recycling collections will be delayed until Saturday those weeks — all other collections will take place as usual.
The Village has identified engineering solutions including a new storm sewer along 50th Street from East Avenue to Waiola Avenue.
The mayor shares a timeline detailing Evanston's community-wide response to the COVID-19 pandemic so far.
Speakers told students about their experiences as Civil Rights activists including the history of racism in America.
Village departments will reopen Dec. 28.
25 percent of full-time students enrolled at the college are of Hispanic descent.
Hart Road Water Main Replacement and Route 14 Grade Separation are on the agenda.
City Hall and the Public Works Service Center will be closed for holiday observation Dec. 24-25 and Jan. 1.
Temporary service changes are due to the holidays.
Relevant local entities will be available to answer questions from residents, developers, and business owners on building plans and more.
Restructuring of the office will also create new Violent Crimes Unit.
The online meeting is scheduled for Jan. 7.