Homewood plans to see through the process of its settlement with the developer of the property on land of the former Calumet Country Club, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the development will be approved. “What the village has promised (Diversified Partners) as part of that settlement agreement is a process.[Read More…]
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Homewood approves study on Hammond water corrosion effect
Homewood took another step toward changing its water supplier at its May 26 village board meeting, approving a water corrosion study. The village finalized a plan last year to change its water supplier from Harvey — which gets its Lake Michigan water from Chicago — to Chicago Heights, which is[Read More…]
Backyard beekeeping comes to town as Flossmoor’s first apiaries arrive
The twin apiaries that now sit behind Chris Bednarek’s home in Flossmoor are much more convenient than those they previously kept on land near Crete. (Provided photo)
Preckwinkle vetos effort to share COVID info with first responders
Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle issued a veto Tuesday striking down the Cook County Board resolution that would provide addresses of COVID-19 positive patients to suburban Cook County first responders.
Ray and Wanda Nielsen find much to celebrate over the past 70 years
Their celebratory party may be postponed, but it’s well worth noting that today, May 27, Ray and Wanda Nielsen of Homewood are marking their 70th wedding anniversary. It’s a testament to their enduring love.
Smaller Memorial Day observances manage to keep spirit of holiday alive
COVID watch: Pandemic read: ‘Nation’ by Terry Pratchett
Amid a rise in vehicular hijackings in both Chicago and suburban Cook County, the Village of Flossmoor is doing what it can to keep its residents from becoming victims — and advising them how to be safe if they wind up in that position. The Flossmoor Police Department led two[Read More…]
Favorite teacher’s inspiration led Wanda Gunter to a three decades career
After losing her mother as a young child, Wanda Gunter said a teacher took her “under her wing.” (Provided photo)
Homewood man dies in vehicle-into-house crash
The house on Highland Avenue involved in a single-vehicle crash sustained serious damage to its facade. (Carole Sharwarko/H-F Chronicle)
Paying it forward with flowers
Kyle and Marty Arrivo, owners of Homewood Florist, sent the original “pay it forward” bouquet, and say they’ve sent nearly 60 such orders. (Provided photo)
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