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Archive for August, 2011
Robbery on Thorndale El Platform
The Thorndale El Stop was briefly shut down this evening after two individuals robbed a male individual on the platform of the Thorndale El station. The suspects approached the individual, walking up to him and stealing the phone and wallet from his pocket. CTA officals notified a police officer located on Thorndale, additional reinforcements...
Does new Walgreen’s discount Andersonville’s charm?
As a disclaimer, the new Andersonville Walgreen’s (5440 N Clark)
Stabbing on Kenmore (updated)
CBS2 Chicago is reporting that a woman was stabbed last night in the 6000 block of North Kenmore by someone she knew.
Balmoral & Broadway – cross at your own risk
Crossing the street at Balmoral and Broadway can sometimes be more difficult than a game of Frogger.
Norse Bar coming to Clark/Devon
A new watering hole is coming to the northwest side of the Edgewater neighborhood.
Tomorrow: Employment Support Group Meeting
An Employment Support Group will meet tomorrow at the Emmanual Congregation (5959 N Sheridan) featuring the seminar: “Elevator Speeches- How to Promote Yourself at Professional Networking Events”.
Gunfire near Glenlake/Kenmore in broad daylight
We’re receiving reports via email, Facebook and EveryBlock Chicago of gunfire in the area just after 1pm. Specifically, we’ve heard of multiple gunshots (possibly a gun fight)
Positive Loitering on Thorndale Tonight
From the Thorndale Action Task Force: Thorndale positive loiterers will assemble at Friday Aug 26th at 8 p.m. We will meet at our usual spot right in front of the Little Corner Restaurant, which is located at the northeast corner of Thorndale and Broadway. All are welcome to join the effort to take back...
Volunteer at Senn High School!
As the new school year ramps up, Senn High School is in search of tutoring and mentoring volunteers. Tutoring runs from 3-4 PM Monday through Thursday in Senn’s library. Volunteers will be matched up with several students, and would commit to one hour per week. Mentoring also runs Monday through Friday, with mentors being...
Five Questions with Betty Tsamis
Betty Tsamis, Tsamis Law Firm, P.C. Betty Tsamis, founder and managing partner of Tsamis Law Firm in Andersonville, is a native Chicagoan and first-generation Greek American.
Mozart and Merlot at Unity Lutheran Church
Tomorrow evening, Unity Lutheran Church (1212 W Berwyn) is hosting a voice and trumpet recital featuring the sounds of Mozart as well as Bach, Strauss, Handel and other legendary composers. Complimentary wine and light refreshments will be served both before and after the recital. If you enjoy the sounds of the Classical era, then...
