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Clark Street Gets Intersection Bumpouts For Pedestrian Safety
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Peirce Elementary Principal Joins Elite CPS Program To Help Advance The School
July 30, 2019Helen C. Peirce School’s Lorainne Zaimi has joined an elite group of 98 high-performing Chicago Public School (CPS) principals in order to better lead the school and focus on the specific needs of its students. Introduced by Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Public Schools, the Independent Schools Principals (ISP) program introduced its first principals into the program […]
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Senn High Staff Member Removed After Alleged Inappropriate Conduct With A Student
July 29, 2019A Nicholas Senn High School staff member has been accused of an inappropriate relationship with one of the former CPS students. That person has since been removed pending an investigation. Senn Principal Mary Beck sent out a letter to parents last week making the situation transparent to families at the school about the issue. No […]
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Proposed Ordinance Could Save Andersonville Trees From Being Cut Down
July 26, 2019A new ordinance that was proposed Wednesday by two Chicago Alderman hopes to save hundreds of Chicago trees by examining alternative construction methods that are less invasive. Ald. Brian Hopkins(2nd) and Ald. Andre Vasquez(40th) introduced the measure that would look at a construction option called Cured-In-Place-Pipe (CIPP) technology and test 10,000 feet of the method. […]
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Bands Take Over Broadway Ave In Edgewater On Friday
July 25, 2019It’s all about the music on Friday night in Edgewater as the second annual Bands On Broadway event promises an entertaining night and an opportunity for residents to stroll the street and visit area businesses. Bands On Broadway takes place Friday, July 26 from 7p.m. – 9p.m. on Broadway from Devon to Balmoral and is produced […]
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Andersonville Farmer’s Market Celebrates 10 Years With Special Outdoor Community Dining Event
July 24, 2019Over the past decade, the Andersonville Farmer’s Market has been a weekly summertime tradition for area residents. To celebrate that 10 year milestone, a memorable outdoor dining event will take place tomorrow in order to bring the community together as they enjoy locally produced cuisine. The Summer Chef’s Dinner, which is a fundraiser to support […]
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Missing Edgewater Man With Dementia Found
July 22, 2019A missing Edgewater man with dementia has been found after Chicago Police put out a special community alert to locate him. Authorities put out the alert on July 10 after 66-year-old Russell “Biddy” Landry, who was last seen in the 6100 block of N. Sheridan, went missing for several days. Police said Landry was found and have […]
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Andersonville On Alert After Catalytic Converter Thieves Target Ashland Ave. And Side Streets
July 19, 2019A large number of catalytic converter thefts have occurred in Andersonville over the last week as the criminals targeted quiet side streets along N. Ashland and prompted Chicago Police to issue a community alert. Police issued the alert after at least 8 incidents had taken place over a five day period from July 12 – […]
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New Andersonville Restaurant/Bar Offers Diverse Wine Selection With “Approachable” Pricing
July 18, 2019A new restaurant and wine bar in Andersonville opened on the strip this past weekend offering a diverse selections of wines, cocktails and specialty plates to pair with your drinks. The property that used to house Adriatic Cafe Restaurant at 5553 N. Clark has sprung back to life with Uvae Kitchen and Wine Bar. Owner Lindsey […]
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Retail Finds, Great Food And Buskers! Andersonville’s Awesome Sidewalk Sale Returns
July 16, 2019Add a little retail therapy to your Summertime fun with Andersonville’s engaging sidewalk sale that entices the masses with amazing deals from your favorite local shops and buskers around every corner to help liven the event. Over 40 businesses are on board this year with merchandise deals. Presented by the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce (ACC), […]
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Thieves Targeting New Vehicle Make In Edgewater
July 15, 2019Police issued a community alert over the weekend concerning a rash of vehicle thefts in the Edgewater neighborhood targeting the same make of vehicle. After several reports over the last few years about thieves targeting Honda vehicles and Dodge Caravans, police have now warned the community that they are eyeing a new brand. At least […]
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Andersonville Residents Ask For Mayor’s Help As They Await IEPA Ruling That Could Save Hundreds Of Mature Trees In Chicago
July 12, 2019When it comes to saving the mature trees in their neighborhood, Andersonville residents are proving to be a strong, close-knit group that will not back down until every option is exhausted. In a letter sent out to the office of newly elected Mayor Lori Lightfoot, they are seeking her help to save 14 mature trees […]
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Police Searching For Missing Edgewater Man With Dementia
July 10, 2019A missing person alert was sent out by the Chicago Police regarding a 66-year-old Edgewater man that has been missing for several days now. The missing man, Russell “Biddy” Landry, was last seen this past Monday in the 6100 block of N. Sheridan. Landry is 5-foot-9, 200 pounds with brown eyes, gray hair and a medium complexion. Police […]
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Edgewater Glen Residents Hold Their 46th Annual Garden Walk This Weekend
July 9, 2019Edgewater and Andersonville are all about beautiful urban gardens. Nobody knows this better than the residents of Edgewater Glen who have held an increasingly popular garden walk for the past 45 years. The Edgewater Glen Association Board of Directors will be hosting the event this Sunday, July 14 from Noon – 5 p.m. The tour […]
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Fiery Car Crash On Sheridan Road At Loyola Kills One
July 8, 2019A horrific single-car crash over the weekend sent a vehicle airborne off Sheridan Road at the Loyola curve, hitting a brick wall and leaving it to rest on the University lawn. The sole occupant in the car died from his injuries. Police responded to the scene on the 6300 block of N. Sheridan around 3 […]
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Man Shot While Stopped at Red Light In Edgewater
June 28, 2019A man was shot in the back of the neck while waiting at red light in Edgewater last night. The incident happened around 10:25 p.m. on Thursday, June 27 in the 1200 block of W. Foster. Authorities said that the man was stopped at the light when someone in a black Ford SUV pulled up […]
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