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Area Animals Vie To Be Elected First Pet Mayor Of Edgewater
April 19, 2019A unique competition to find Edgewater’s first Pet Mayor is underway with the purpose of promoting the area as the one of the most pet friendly communities and to also raise donations for local charity. The Edgewater Chamber of Commerce and the Bark Bark Club (5943 N Broadway) are working together to find worthy animals […]
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It’s Spring! Celebrate At Andersonville’s In Bloom Event Next Weekend
April 16, 2019The shops and restaurants of Andersonville along with the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce are planning a unique event to help attendees get ready for their Spring time decorating. Andersonville In Bloom (formerly known as the Andersonville Flower & Garden Show) will once again be organizing local businesses to offer pop-up floral shops, spring merchandise, vintage furniture […]
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After Closing In Late March, Maddiebird Bakery Will be Missed On Devon
April 15, 2019Edgewater’s highly praised sweet spot Maddiebird Bakery at 1445 W Devon which made iconic cupcakes and other goodies to the legion of loyal customers quietly closed at the end of March. However, the love that poured out on social media truly speaks volumes about how much they will be missed. The announcement was initially made […]
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Suspect Arrested For Attempted Murder After Shooting That Left 2 Injured
April 12, 2019A man has been arrested by Chicago police after a shooting back in March resulted in two people being injured. That man is charged with one count of attempted murder in connection with the crime. The incident occurred on March 19 around 8:30 p.m. near 1023 W. Argyle which is just outside the Edgewater border but still […]
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After Community Protest, Ald. Osterman Seeks Law Variance To Save Andersonville Trees
April 11, 2019Organized East Andersonville residents sounded the alarm recently after they got wind of the City of Chicago’s plan to cut down several century old trees in the area. Now, Alderman Harry Osterman is vowing to save the trees. The issue was raised as a result of the necessary replacement of water mains in the area. […]
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Things May Get Difficult For Area Developers As Wave Of Progressive Aldermen Come Into Power
April 10, 2019The stunning results in the recent Chicago elections will give rise to a new progressive power in many wards throughout the city. With many of those winners being influenced by a socialist ideology, area developers could find it harder to gain aldermanic support. One of those key races unseated long time city council member Patrick […]
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Edgewater Area To Hold Youth Employment and Resource Event This Weekend
April 9, 2019Helping solve the youth unemployment issue in Chicago is no easy feat. As a response to that challenge, the 48th Ward Office along with the area Chamber of Commerces plan on holding a Youth Employment and Resource Fair this weekend to help bridge kids with meaningful jobs. The event takes place this Saturday, April 13 […]
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Andersonville Woman To Run Boston Marathon Raising Money For Women’s Empowerment
April 5, 2019An Andersonville woman is set to run the Boston Marathon on April 15 which will be her fifth race of the six World Marathon Majors. She has announced that she will be running to raise funds for 261 Fearless, Inc., a global non-profit women’s running organization. In 2009, 43-year-old Shelly Fuerte began running to set […]
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Socialist Newcomer Unseats 40th Ward’s Longtime Alderman O’Connor
April 3, 2019A political newcomer who once was a battle rapper has unseated longtime Alderman Patrick O’Connor in the city’s 40th Ward. With 100% of the precincts reporting in, Andre Vasquez campaigned to a clear victory over the current alderman by more than 1000 votes. Vasquez will now work for the 40th Ward which includes western parts of […]
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Andersonville Residents Upset Over Plans To Cut Down Area Trees Including 6 Century-Old Maples
April 2, 2019A planned weekly Andersonville water main construction meeting is likely to be a little more attended tomorrow morning as East Andersonville residents have received word that 16 or more area trees will be cut down in order to complete the project. According to a flyer circulated throughout the neighborhood, this will include at least six […]
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Senn High Among 32 CPS Schools Receiving $32 Million In Largest-Ever Program Extension
April 1, 2019Capitalizing on record-breaking academic progress achievements in Chicago since education funding reform took effect in 2017, the city has announced that it will be giving $32 million in funding to 32 CPS schools for new high-quality programs including International Baccalaureate (IB), STEM and Dual Language. Edgewater’s Senn High School will be among the recipients. The […]
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After 20 Years In Business, Pizzeria Aroma Moves To Larger Space
March 21, 2019To be a survivor in the restaurant business is no easy feat but after 20 years at the same location on Berwyn Ave, Pizzeria Aroma moves a half block North into a much larger space at 5350 N. Broadway that offers more options. The tiny restaurant that only allowed for a few tables makes way […]
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Proposed Peterson Metra Station Finally Funded, Construction Dates To Be Announced
March 19, 2019The long awaited Peterson Metra station which has been proposed at Peterson and Ridge has finally been funded after years of delays and political fighting. The news was announced today by State Representative Greg Harris and State Senator Heather Steans that the funding has been released by Governor J.B. Pritzker after years of fighting with Governor Rauner […]
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Police Alert Edgewater And Andersonville Residents To String Of Catalytic Converter Thefts
March 19, 2019The Chicago Police have issued a warning to residents in the 20th District (Lincoln) about an uptick in catalytic converter thefts. The incidents included areas of both Edgewater and Andersonville. The recent series of thefts occurred in late February through early March, 2019. In each of the incidents the catalytic converters were cut from the bottom of parked […]
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Major Streetscape Redesign To Transform The Clark and Devon Area
March 18, 2019The busy intersection of Clark and Devon will be getting a new streetscape design to improve pedestrian safety, enhance traffic flow and help beautify the area. The design will cover a two block span from Devon to Arthur along Clark Street. According to Alderman Patrick O’Connor, he ha been working on plans with Alderman Harry […]
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