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Police warn of phone scams targeting residents, senior citizens In both scams, do not use phone number provided by caller to confirm authenticity Recently, the Morton Grove Police Department has received reports of phone scams targeting residents.

There are two different types of scams reported of which the Police Department wants residents to be aware.

In the first scam, the South

Asian accented male caller states that he is an investigator with the I.R.S. and that the resident owes money. If money not sent, the offender will contact the police.

The offender provides a reference number and instructs the victim to wire money. This

scam is specifically targeting Middle Eastern and South Asian residents by preying on the fear of government agencies.

Please note that the I.R.S does not call people to tell them that they owe money and they would never tell you to wire money.

The second scam specifically targets senior citizens.

The male caller in this particular scam states that he is either a nephew or grandson of the elderly resident and tells them that he is in another country.

In either case, please do not send money to the caller.

The caller tells the resident one of two general problems: 1. “I am in trouble in Mexico (or whatever country they claim to be vacationing in) and the police are holding my passport. I have been accused of a crime I did not commit, but I have to give them money to release me”.

2. “I was robbed while in Thailand (or whatever country they claim to be in) and I need money to get home and to pay for my medical bills.”

A simple phone call to other relatives can help you determine if a call for help is legitimate. Whichever type of

scam is used, do not use the phone number provided by the caller to confirm authenticity.

Bickhaus; and dear grandfather of Lauren Russell, Alexander Russell, Mackenzie Bickhaus and Bode Bickhaus. Funeral Service was Wednesday Dec. 18 at 11 a.m. at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave.,

Niles.Visitation was Tuesday Dec. 17 from 3 until 9 p.m. Member of Illinois Emergency Management Association, Volunteer at many various organizations. Funeral info: 847-966-7302 or www. skajafuneralhomes.com.

obituary Ronald L. Russell Ronald L. Russell, age 74, veteran of Korean War; beloved husband of Patricia nee Nosal, loving father of Ronald (Christine) Russell, and Kathleen (Brent)

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Green Bliss’s move to area complicated by state regulators Statement from mayor released Dec. 20 said Green Bliss has applied for permit in village, nothing has been approved yet

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

Green Bliss clinic may be facing more hurdles as it tries to move from Niles to Morton Grove.

Initially the clinic’s owners said that the paperwork needed Morton Grove Niles Mayor to move into Morton Mayor Dan DiMaria Andrew Przybylo Grove had been filed without incident and expected to see patients there next parking requirements, the Illinois month. However, a statement from Department of Financial and Regulation has Morton Grove’s mayor released Professional determined that clinics that Dec. 20 said that while Green Bliss has applied for a permit in the exist solely to offer marijuana village, nothing has been approved certifications are illegal, and therefore will not be allowed in yet.

“While medical clinics are the village,” Morton Grove Mayor allowed in the village’s commercial Dan DiMaria said in a statement.

The Bugle reached out to Green districts provided they comply with applicable zoning and Bliss for comment but had not

While medical clinics are allowed in the village’s commercial districts provided they comply with applicable zoning and parking requirements, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation has determined that clinics that exist solely to offer marijuana certifications are illegal, and therefore will not be allowed in the village.

- Morton Grove Mayor Dan DiMaria

heard from the clinic’s owners at press time.

Green Bliss originally opened its doors this past October at 7509 N. Milwaukee Ave.,Niles.It was run by J. Rene Dadivas, M.D., and his two sons, Jesus R. Dadivas, M.D., and Joseph Dadivas, who has a masters degree in healthcare management.

Since 2008, the oldest Dadivas has been operating Senior Choice Health Care at the Niles location.

The new medical marijuana clinic he opened with his two sons was based out of the same location. This is what caused problems for the new clinic, as it didn’t technically have the proper permits to operate as a See GREEN BLISS page 18

WEB LINKS For more information on medical cannabis go to the state’s website at: www2.illinois. gov/gov/mcpp/Pages/default.aspx

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Wright Way Rescue gets large donation from Liberty Bank Funds were raised by Liberty at a Pet Photo Day event in Logan Square Gina Carcione, Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager in Park Ridge, presents a check for $2500 to Shelby Walchuk, Vice Chair of Wright Way Animal Rescue (WWR), and Steven Lesniak of the shelters Professional Board (Left to right).

Funds were raised by Liberty at a Pet Photo Day event in Logan PHOTO COURTESY DICK BARTON

Square and by contributions from employees and customers at all five Liberty branches. WWR is one of the most active no-kill

shelters in the area.

It is moving into new facilities in Morton Grove this month following destruction of its former offices in Niles. Their building was involved in a school bus crash that rendered the facility unsafe.

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Police Blotter

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The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Morton Grove, Niles, and Park Ridge Police Departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

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Hamza Bouslimi, 23, of the 4900 block of Kedzie, Chicago, was arrested Dec. 19 in the 5600 block of Touhy for Retail Theft.

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Lena Gilliana, 29, of the 2000 block of Lunt,Chicago, was arrested Dec. 20 in Golf Mill Center for Retail Theft.

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Mark S. Pawlak, 54, of the 7700 block of Dempster, Niles, was arrested Dec. 20 in the 7700 block of Dempster Aggravated Assault.

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Keith J. Cunningham, 34, of the 7900 block of S. Lamon, Burbank, was arrested Dec. 20 in the 8900 block of Harlem for two counts of DUI and Possession of Cannabis.

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Enrique RodriguezCornelio, 30, of the -300 block of E. Circle, Prospect Hts, was arrested Dec. 21 in the 8500 block of Milwaukee for No Valid License.

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Travis M. Petrie, 42, of the 20 block of N. Williams, Westmont, was arrested Dec. 21 in the 8600 block of Dempster for DUI.

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Walter A. Ridley, 49, of the 8000 block of Lyons, Niles, was arrested Dec. 21 in the 9200 block of Woodland for Leaving the Scene of an Accident.

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A 15 yr old of Park Ridge was arrested Dec. 13 in the 1100 block of S. Dee for Battery.

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Bryan Benavente, 18, of the 7900 block of N. Caldwell, Niles, was arrested Dec. 18 in the 1900 block of Fenton on for Possession of Cannabis and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

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A 15 yr of Niles was arrested Dec.18 in 1100 block of S.

Dee on for Unlawful Possession of a Weapon. yr old of Park Ridge 11 Awas16 arrested Dec. 18 in the 1100 block of S. Dee for Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Deliver on School Grounds.

Eugene Spruille, 49, of the 400 block of Ravine, Waukegan, was arrested Dec. 19 at the intersection of Cumberland & Devon for Theft and Resisting a Peace Officer.

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L.H. Brown, 56, of the 2000 block of Hervey Ave., North Chicago, was arrested Dec. 19 at the intersection of

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Cumberland & Devon Theft, Possession of Ammunition without a FOID, Reckless Driving, Driving in Wrong Lane and Disobeyed Red Light.

Anthony Enwiya, 20, of the 8000 block of W. Lyons, Niles, was arrested Dec. 19 at the intersection of Ballard & Home for Possession of Cannabis.

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Morton Grove Mergim Mehmeti, 19, of Skokie was arrested Dec. 18 in the 5400 block of Keeney

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for Possession of Cannabis.

Zoraida Rivera, 29, of Morton Grove was arrested Dec. 19 in the 7800 Golf for Suspended Driver’s License.

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Jasmin Markicic, 20, of Morton Grove was arrested Dec. 19 at the intersection of Menard & Crain for Suspended Driver’s License.

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Ludwing Taralena, 28, of Bollingbrook was arrested Dec. 21 in the intersection of Golf & Harms for Suspended Driver’s License.

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Bill R. Roman, 24, of Chicago was arrested Dec. 21 in the 6200 block of Dempster for Suspended Driver’s License.

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Marek Chmura, 61, of Chicago was arrested Dec. 21 at the intersection of Dempster & Harlem for No Valid Driver’s License.

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Shalera M. Smith, 28, of Chicago was arrested Dec. 22 at the intersection of Dempster & Birch for Suspended Driver’s License.

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HISTORIC FLOODING, MEDICAL CANNABIS, MAINE WEST HAZING AND TERM LIMITS WERE JUST SOME OF THE TOP STORIES THAT THE BUGLE COVERED IN 2013. HERE’S A BRIEF LOOK BACK AT SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS.

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In Niles, the public followed the election closely because of term limit issues that some argued prevented certain candidates from running for office.

ran under former trustee Andrew Przybylo, who also was elected mayor of Niles in that election. As Przybylo previously served as a village trustee for 24 years, supporters of Makula’s The April elections term-limit rule argue heralded new mayors that he could lose his for both Niles and mayorship if their term Morton Grove limits become enforced. while Park Ridge’s Until a definite ruling incumbent mayor is given, the term limits was reelected. issue looks to cast a long In Niles, the public shadow over Przybylo’s followed the election tenure as mayor. closely because of In neighboring Morton term limit issues Grove former trustee Morton Grove that some argued Niles Mayor Andrew Dan DiMaria ran against Mayor Dan DiMaria Przybylo prevented certain incumbent Mayor Dan candidates from Staackmann in the Feb. 26 running for office. The issue percent of the vote during primary election to get the originally began when Niles the April 9 elections, leading Action Party’s nomination. resident Joe Makula collected to the present predicament.

DiMaria’s platform was been a 1,000-signature petition for According to both the focused on reaching out to a term limit referendum. This Cook County Clerk and businesses and asking them to petition would limit service the Illinois State Board of become based out of Morton on the Village Board to a Elections, this situation is Grove in order to promote total of 16 years, regardless unprecedented, and both economic development. of position on the board. This have said that the village of The Action Party ran petition-based referendum Niles must figure out how to DiMaria with three was put alongside a Niles resolve the situation on its candidates for village trustee Village Board-authored term own. Additionally, Kenneth and one for village clerk. limit ordinance designed to Menzel, Deputy General The only contested race was limit trustees to three full Counsel Illinois State Board DiMaria’s and in April he was terms (total 12 years) and of Elections, told The Bugle elected mayor. Meanwhile mayors to two full terms that at some point, regardless incumbent Park Ridge Mayor (total eight years). of what the village decides David Schmidt was re-elected The Village Board’s version to do, the issue would most April 9 alongside some other would allow someone to likely lead to litigation. city aldermen. run for mayor after serving In the April election, the The Cook County Clerk’s three full terms as trustee “New Niles Party” swept office said that fewer than because their version does the village trustees race and 20 percent of voters voted in not combine total years of led to George Alpogianis, the suburban Cook County service.

John Jekot and Danette elections April 9. According In the village of Niles, a O’Donovan Matyas wining to the clerk’s website, the ballot question must have their respective seats on turnout average since 2005 over 50 percent of the vote the Village of Niles Board of has veered from a low of to be made law, and both Trustees. All three are part 16.7 percent to a high of 27 questions received over 80 of the Niles New Party and percent.

historic APRIL flooding In the early hours of April 18, the Chicago area experienced heavy flooding due to high rainfall that had lasted over 18 hours

Chicagoland was hit declared a state of emergency, with not one to two heavy which in turn led to the mayors rainstorms this year that of municipalities experiencing turned some streets into rivers the heavy flooding declaring of floodwater. the same. Officials from Nile, “It’s when you get 2 inches Park Ridge and Morton Grove over a couple hours,that’s when have advised residents to stay the problems begin to show in their homes unless they up,” said Jeff Wickenkamp, a absolutely need to go out and stormwater engineer with Hey some enterprising residents and Associates after the June sent in video of themselves storm had subsided. His firm is kayaking through the flooded consulting the streets filled “We had TWo village of Niles with abandoned 50-year evenTs ThIs year. concerning its cars.

There’s a one Stormwater After the April In fIve chance Relief plan. ThaT ThIs could happen storms had At the time WIThIn one year. We need subsided, heavy Wickenkamp To adjusT The lasT fIve rains and strong years of daTa We have said the April To facTor In ThIs level of winds returned f l o o d i n g heavy raInfall.” to the northwest experienced - JeFF WiCKenKaMP, a StorMWater suburban area enGineer WitH Hey anD aSSoCiateS was a in June and significant caused further event in the village’s 20-year power outages and flooding. history. And while June’s Fast moving storms on June 24 flooding was not as bad as knocked out power to tens of April’s, both were historic thousands of Commonwealth storm events.

Edison customers and the “We had two 50-year events storm system’s 70 mph winds this year,” Wickenkamp said. brought down trees and “There’s a one in five chance power lines, resulting in traffic that this could happen within lights at multiple intersections one year.We need to adjust the cutting out. last five years of data we have In Niles at least 650 homes to factor in this level of heavy were hit by the June flooding. rainfall.”

Niles Mayor Andrew Przybylo In the early hours of April 18, said the major flooding events The Bugle reported that the from 2008, 2010, 2011, and Chicago area has experienced most recently in April and June heavy flooding due to high of 2013, were the reason the rainfall that had lasted over 18 village was accelerating the hours. As streets have become timetable of its $32 million flooded,some made impassable flood relief program from four due to the water,Gov.Pat Quinn years to two.

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HEROIN EPIDEMIC MEDICAL county news

cannabis Same day the law was signed medical marijuana clinic Good Intentions, LLC. opened its doors in Chicago’s Wicker Park and began offering patient evaluations Gov. Pat degree in healthcare Quinn signed a management. Since controversial bill 2008 the oldest Aug. 1 that legalizes Dadivas has been the use of marijuana operating Senior for medical Choice Health purposes in Illinois.

Care at 7509 N. While the new law Milwaukee Avenue takes effect Jan. in Niles and Green 1., state regulators Bliss began by and suburban being based out of Gov. Pat Quinn municipalities the same location. like Niles have However this is what been scrambling to set up the caused problems for the new regulations for how the law will clinic, as it didn’t technically be implemented. have the proper permits to While the new law takes operate as a medical facility at effect Jan. 1, state regulators are the Milwaukee location, said still setting up the regulations Niles Community Development for how the law will be Director Chuck Ostman. The implemented.Authorities say it’ll clinic then announced it was be at least six to eight months before we see any dispensaries or grow centers in the state as officials are still finalizing the rules and regulations.

The same day the law was signed medical marijuana clinic Good Intentions, LLC. opened its doors in Chicago’s Wicker Park and began offering patient evaluations. Following in the Chicago Clinic’s footsteps, Green Bliss Clinic opened two months later in Niles.This led to planning on moving to Morton the village Trustee Joe LoVerde Grove. However a statement and some Niles residents from Morton Grove’s mayor warning that if village officials released Dec. 20 said that while didn’t do something to stop Green Bliss has applied for a Green Bliss, then Niles would permit in the village, nothing have a proliferation of pot clinics has been approved yet. opening within the village.

“While medical clinics Green Bliss medical marijuana are allowed in the village’s clinic was run by J.Rene Dadivas, commercial districts M.D. and his two sons, Jesus provided they comply with R. Dadivas, M.D., and Joseph applicable zoning and parking Dadivas, who has a masters requirements, the Illinois

Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has determined that clinics that exist solely to offer marijuana certifications are illegal, and therefore will not be allowed in the village,” said Morton Grove Mayor Dan DiMaria’s statement.

Morton Grove’s concerns over Green Bliss come after the IDFPR filed a formal complaint against Good Intentions, LLC on Dec. 16.That day the IDFPR also issued a warning to the public and doctors to be “cautious” about visiting or setting up socalled medical cannabis clinics.

Good Intentions has challenged the complaint but the IDFPR complaint and subsequent warning has left the future of Green Bliss and any other clinics that wish to open in the state up in the air.

Previously the Des Plaines, Park Ridge, and Niles police chiefs released a joint letter that said they were concerned the proposed measure could

spread the drug’s availability and challenge their ability to curb impaired driving.

“How will you deal with employees and drivers that are impaired?” asked Niles Police Sgt. Robert Tornabene in August.

Tornabene said that because they didn’t have firm answers on how the state planned to deal with these issues the Niles police department could not agree with the new legislation.

Heroin has been an ongoing steady problem in DuPage, Cook counties

In November Springfield an ongoing steady problem.

“We are doing increased legislators created a Young Adults Heroin Task Force to amount of testing to look for address the wide spread use of heroin markers,” Cook County heroin among teens and young Medical Examiner’s Office spokesman adults across Frank Shuftan the state.

QUICK FACT told The Bugle.

State Rep. To daTe In noveMber of “So right now D e n n i s 2013 There Were aT 250 our numbers Reboletti heroIn, opIaTe, opIaTe/ relate to opiates (R-Elmhurst) alcohol, opIaTe/ related deaths” said that cocaIne relaTed causes As a reaction to D u P a g e of deaTh ToTaled In cook counTy. these staggering County has numbers, the experienced a record number of heroin Maine Community Youth related deaths this year, adding Assistance Foundation invited that the trend was unfortunately an addiction specialist Dr. being “echoed throughout the Alicen J. McGowan to talk about heroin addiction at a Chicago suburbs.”

While DuPage County has Park Ridge event where she seen more than 40 heroin talked about what experts related deaths to date in 2013, believe is leading to the rise in compared to 38 in 2012, in drug us among adolescents.

Cook County heroin has been

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assault weapons ban

House Bill 183 stipulates that municipalities only have a 10-day window once the law is signed to enact firearm ordinances Ahead of the concealed and carry law being signed into law July, communities across the state rushed to pass their own weapons bans.

The reason for this is that House Bill 183 stipulates that municipalities only have a 10-day window once the law is signed to enact firearm ordinances, if they hadn’t already, as long as it didn’t violate the state’s concealed carry law.

After that period, they would not be able to pass an ordinance on the matter.

The guns that many municipalities in Cook County are attempting to ban were described as “assault weapons,” a loosely defined term officials in

municipalities like Skokie say are more lethal than other weapons because of their capability of a rapid rate of fire and ammunition magazines that hold a large number of rounds.

The gun that most readily fits this loose definition is the popular semi-automatic AR-15 rifle, favored by hunters and used by law enforcement.

Nearby Skokie discussed an “assault weapons” ban the week before the law was signed at a rowdy three-hour meeting.

Officials used a basketball shot clock, set to buzz after three minutes, to keep the more than 30 impassioned audience members making public comments in check. At the end of the meeting the Skokie village board decided to pass their ban, which led to an angry outcry of “see you in court” by the gun owners present.

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letter to the editor

Giving thanks for o’Hare jet noise As the year comes to an end it’s time to reflect on some of the many things to be thankful for. At O’Hare airport new runways are being built that continue to direct more and bulkier traffic over the densely populated areas of Chicago, Park Ridge, Niles, Morton Grove and other suburbs, affecting the way we live, learn and play.

However, we can still accentuate the positive in Giving Thanks for O’Hare Jet noise: Fewer Mosquitoes. As the warm wet summer caused mosquito issues in may parts of the area, those living along O’Hare flight paths were relatively mosquito free. That 190 pounds of jet fuel burned over our homes every flight minute is sure doing a good job.

Elections. Funny how the air traffic volume over our neighborhoods decreases several weeks before an election.

No terrorists jailed in our neighborhoods. With the constant barrage of jet noise causing life quality and sleep deprivation suffering, the world would look at this as cruel and inhumane punishment for any prisoners.

Understanding the concept of a Black Hole.This is what happens when you call the Aircraft Noise Complaint line (1-800-435-9569).

Calls go in and nothing ever comes out.

No fear at the dentists. The sound of the dentist drill doesn’t faze me any more. The sound of

approaching jet after jet is far more frightening.

Lower Sales Taxes. With the aircraft noise interrupting business related telephone calls at home, I more often need to go to the office in Lake County to work. I save on sales taxes by not buying in Chicago or Cook County. Lake County has substantially lower as The WarM WeT suMMer caused MosquITo Issues In May parTs of The area, Those lIvIng along o’hare flIghT paThs Were relaTIvely MosquITo free. ThaT 190 pounds of jeT fuel burned over our hoMes every flIghT MInuTe Is sure doIng a good job.

tax rates on gasoline, food and merchandise.

Lower stress level at work. I no longer get stressed at work. Being home when the air traffic picks up is far more stressful.

No need for alarm clocks. I don’t need an alarm clock to get up on weekends. The gentle roar of an early morning jet passing overhead awakens the entire neighborhood.

Fewer children injured at play.

Kids in the neighborhood have less of a chance of getting hurt in the parks. Mothers keep them home more often to watch TV and play video games to avoid the outdoor jet noise and air pollution.

Improved Chicago sports; I’m not as disappointed when the Cubs, Sox, Bulls, Wolves or Hawks lose. I miss half the sports scores on the radio when a jet passes over and drowns out the losing scores.

Saving money on entertaining. I save money on entertaining. Fewer guests at my house… No one wants to come over to visit and put up with the constant barrage of jet noise.

I never have to replace my storm door windows with screens.

The noise requires me to keep my door closed and remain in my ‘cave’ much more often.

I’m can’t wait for Monday morning so I can go back to work.

The weekend jet noise makes home not what it used to be.

I have a new mommy and daddy;The Chicago Department of Aviation and the Federal Aviation Administration tell me when I can try to go to bed, when I must awaken and when I can or can’t go play outside. As a side note they’re always fooling around in bed together and ignoring airport neighborhood issues.

I know when my coffee cup is empty without looking. The cup rattles on my metal table when a jet passes over indicating its time for a refill.

Real estate bargains.All over the neighborhoods under the new flight paths.

- Steve Lushniak, Edison Park

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HAZING SCANDAL

Judge will issue a ruling in the hazing trial of former Maine West coach in January

A Cook County judge said “ThIs Is a he would issue a ruling on serIous case. criminal charges against a I [WanT To] be former Maine West High beTTer InforMed School coach on Jan. 8. Judge before MakIng a rulIng Jeffery Warnick told the on ThIs.” court Dec. 17 that he would - JUDGe JeFFery WarniCK like more time to review the charges against the former coach before he issued a The misdemeanor criminal decision on the matter. charges that include battery, “This is a serious case,” said hazing and failure to report Warnick.“I [want to] be better abuse as mandated by law informed before making a stem from incidents involving ruling on this.” at least five students, the most The bench trial against recent of which occurred in Michael Divincenzo, 37, of 2012.

At the trial’s outset Elk Grove Village has so far Divincenzo pled not guilty to lasted three days at the Cook the charges and opted to have County courthouse in Skokie and featured testimony from a judge decide his case rather teenagers talking about the than a jury. alleged hazing “initiations” When the allegations of they experienced while in the hazing were made public program. These “initiations” in 2012 it the subsequent reportedly involved multiple scandal led to the termination incidents of varsity students of Divincenzo and the holding underclassmen down freshman soccer coach Emilio sodomizing them through Rodriguez.

Additionally the school their underwear.

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In November, Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart announced a new training curriculum aimed at preparing law enforcement for interacting with the public once concealed carry takes effect Another controversial law there are about 360,000 valid passed in 2013 was the Firearm FOID cardholders who could Concealed Carry Act. potentially apply for Concealed “Part of the Carry permits problem we in Cook have is that County.

Firearm Owners I n Identification N o v e m b e r, www.ilga.gov/legislation/ (FOID) has been publicacts/98/PDF/098-0063.pdf Cook County underfunded Sheriff Tom h i s t o r i c a l l y,” Dart and said Cara Smith, Kevin McClain, chief of policy and of the Illinois communications for Law Enforcement the sheriff’s office told Training and Cook County board’s Standards Board, law enforcement announced a committee in new training October. She said curriculum aimed nearly every gun in at preparing law circulation begins as enforcement for a legal purchase, but a Cook County interacting with revoked cardholder’s Sheriff Tom Dart the public once firearm could concealed carry potentially end up involved in takes effect. violent crimes with or without The new training will focus the original owner’s knowledge. on treating the public with more Up until now, the FOID Act respect when police encounter required gun owners return concealed firearms. only their cards; not necessarily “It’s really a difficult thing their firearms. for people to understand,” said “Logistically, [enforcing this] Dart. “Before, if you had a gun going to be cumbersome,”Smith you were violating the law… said. In addition to the 4,000 now there’s going to be a lot of revoked FOID cardholders people legally walking around the sheriff will be reviewing, with guns.”

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Mug shot of Divincenzo

district spent about $115,000 to have the law firm of a former assistant U.S. attorney investigate how the district responded to the allegations. While the district’s investigation found no wrongdoing on the part of school, employees or administrators it did suggest policy changes on reporting child abuse and neglect, as well as better maintenance of personnel records.

How much Divincenzo knew about his varsity players’ conversations about “initiations” as well as their hazing activities is what Cook County prosecutors and the former coach’s defense attorneys dispute.

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1 Religious split 2 Not against entertaining 3 Cherry-topped treat 4 Former flier 5 Makes haste 6 In the past, in the past 7 He sang between Melanie and Joan at Woodstock 8 Where to get a brew 9 Victim of Achilles 10 LaBeouf of “Transformers” films 11 Six, nine or twelve, for three 12 Cry for a matador 13 Wander 19 Greeting to an unexpected visitor 21 Saturn, for one 24 Mrs. Addams, to Gomez 27 Interpret, as X-rays 28 They may be classified 30 Final: Abbr.

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Grafton 32 __-Croatian 33 Amigo 36 Nothing, in Nice 37 Knocks off 38 One might be bummed, briefly 39 Almost worthless amount 40 Put one over on 41 Fine things 42 Pepper or Snorkel: Abbr.

45 K thru 12 46 Make more changes to 47 Fang 48 Greek vowel 49 Much more than edged 50 Periodic weather disruption 51 Not fancy at all 56 Long migration, say 57 “Lost” setting 58 One bounce, on the diamond 59 Campbell of “Scream” 61 Birdie plus one 62 “Hostel” director Roth 63 Low grade

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Horoscopes Don’t jump to conclusions during the week to come.

Give everyone the benefit of the doubt and continue to approach others with the holiday spirit, even if you feel challenged to defend your work or reputation.

Some things simply must be done before the end of the year. This week might present you with more than one challenge as you try to fit everything into a hectic schedule. Cooperate with others.

Time marches on.

Accept the changes you can’t control with good grace. Each year ends only to be replaced by a new one. In the same way, other areas of your life are altered irrevocably.

Know when to hold them and know when to fold them.

There may be numerous demands on your time and patience throughout the week ahead, but you have the wisdom to meet challenges with aplomb.

Remember the carpenter’s wise old saying: “Measure twice and cut once.” In the week ahead, carefully consider every step before you take action.

A careless mistake could cause enormous extra effort later.

Don’t let diction cause friction. Misunderstandings are possible in the week ahead, so make it a priority to communicate as clearly and calmly as possible. It’s better to say too much than too little.

Time is on your side. If a major project is nearly complete this week, don’t rush or force it. There may be some nagging details you’ve overlooked. Don’t feel you must compete with someone for attention.

You don’t need to be in charge of a classroom or stand at a podium to be respected for your knowledge. Jot down creative ideas as they might become useful during the coming week.

As you travel along your way this week, accept the speed limits. Aggravations and arguments over personal value systems, money and possessions can be avoided.

Be thrilled to the gills.

You might feel you’re in over your head during a few tense moments in the week ahead, but exciting holiday plans offer an incentive to get back in the swim quickly.

You may find a way to get your way, but it won’t necessarily make your day. In the upcoming week, there may be a tendency for people in general to be focused on one-ups-manship rather than fair play.

Take a breather. To get through the first half of the week unscathed you might be wise to adopt an attitude of healthy respect for authority. Don’t initiate anything of importance or make impulsive changes.

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INSIDE: Hawks storm out of the game at Proviso West, page 12; Local D-I athletes shine at next level, page 13

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A look back at 2013, the year in sports

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

The 2013 calendar year turned out to be a memorable one for Bugle area teams, athletes and coaches who made their presence known during the regular season, in the postseason, at state—and nationally—or reached career milestones.

Here’s a look back at 2013, broken down by sport:

Baseball Maine South got on a roll during the postseason in Class 4A and made it into June before that run came to an end in the supersectionals. The Hawks lost 5-3 to Libertyville, dashing their hopes to go to the state tournament.

Seniors Frank Perrone, Mike Virgilio and Jesus Saavadra propelled the Hawks to consecutive regional title teams during their junior and senior years.

Niles West’s Garry Gustafson earned the 400th victory of his coaching career after the Wolves defeated Maine West in mid-May. He’ll be inducted into the Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame next month.

At the major league level, Maine South alum Adam Rosales experienced a whirlwind 2013 campaign. He hit what appeared to be a game-tying home run for Oakland during a game in early May that was ruled a double.

Rosales was then designated for assignment three times within 11 days by both the A’s and the Texas Rangers before finally setting in Texas, where he appeared in 68 games.

Niles West grad George Kontos, a part of the bullpen for the 2012 World Series champion San Francisco Giants, was sent

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Frank Perrone and Maine South advanced to the supersectionals during the baseball season.

to the Giants Class AAA affiliate in Fresno, Calif., for a few weeks last season, but returned to the big league club and appeared in 52 games. He was ejected from a game in June when he hit eventual 2013 National League MVP Andrew McCutchen with a pitch. He also gave up a grand slam to Alex Rodriguez—ARod’s 24th career slam that set a new major league record (24).

Boys basketball Maine South caught fire during the 2013 portion of its

2012-13 season, winning 17 straight games before losing a heartbreaker by one point in the sectional semifinals to Niles North on a controversial ruling by the officials. The Hawks finished 28-4. Notre Dame also reached the sectional semifinals, losing by one point, as well, to New Trier. Matt Mooney, now at the Air Force Academy, led a senior-dominated lineup to a 24-6 season.

Niles West head coach Bob Williams won his 400th career game in February. And he’ll be inducted into the Illinois

Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame this coming spring.

Girls basketball Jewell Loyd, a McDonald’s all-American player during her senior season at Niles West, made a flawless transition to major women’s college basketball. She started at guard for No. 2-ranked Notre Dame, which advanced to the NCAA Final Four in March. The Irish finished with a school record 35 victories (35-2 overall), and

Loyd, who averaged 1.25 points per game, was named Freshman of the Year by the U.S. Basketball Writers Association.

In high school hoops, Maine South and Resurrection reached the sectional semifinals in March, with the Hawks advancing to the finals before bowing out. Jacqui Grant, now at Illinois, completed a four-year varsity career as the Hawks’ No. 2 all-time leading scorer and rebounder. She also was named to the Associated Press’ Class 4A See YEAR, page 15

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Sports

Hawks storm out of the gate at Proviso

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

Maine South matched up against Oswego in the final game of last Thursday’s opening round at the Proviso West Holiday Tournament.

The contest was scheduled for an 8:30 tipoff, but Hawks coach Tony Lavorato didn’t mind at all that his club was scheduled to play the late game. As a matter of fact, Lavorato wanted very much for Maine South to continue seeing action in prime time because that meant the Hawks—situated in the lower bracket of the tourney—would be advancing towards the title game.

The Hawks took the first step of what they hoped would be a deep run in the 53rd annual tourney by defeating Oswego, 72-52, for their sixth straight victory. They went up against highly touted Morgan Park, one of the area’s top-ranked teams, and 6-7 Josh Cunningham in an 8:30 game in second-round action last Friday night.

Morgan Park is the defending Proviso West champion, and Cunningham is a bluechip prospect who’s fielded scholarship offers from several D-I schools. Yet Lavorato points out that the Hawks need to beat schools such as Morgan Park if they want to reach the next level as a program.

“We came into this tournament to win the tournament just like we feel we want to get our program to a point where we can win a state championship,” Lavorato said.“In order to do that, you’ve got to play unbelievable athletic teams and disciplined teams and Division I athletes like this.”

If the Hawk ended up downing Morgan Park, they would have played their third 8:30 p.m. game in as many days last Saturday—a quarterfinal duel versus the winner of Rockford AuburnFenwick.

Following the Oswego game—one in which the Hawks shot out to a 17-0 first-quarter lead—Lavorato recalled the 2010 postseason when the Hawks advanced to the Class 4A supersectional and battled Whitney Young. They ended up losing to Whitney Young, the eventual state runner-up, 63-39, but Lavorato used this game

as an example of the caliber of teams he envisions the Hawks playing more often.

“We were down (by) two (points) at half and we lost by 24,” he said, “but we left there saying, ‘Boy it would be nice to see a team like this earlier in the season so that maybe we don’t lose track of that third quarter.’

And that’s why we came to Proviso West.”

The Hawks worked their matchup zone to perfection, holding Oswego scoreless for nearly half the first period. Junior point guard Caleb deMarigny (14 points, seven assists) lit the fuse for Maine South’s 17-0 run by hitting a three, and Andrew Palucki answered Oswego’s first bucket of the game with a trey of his own to make it 20-3.

Maine South’s lead ballooned to 27-5 at the end of the quarter and 40-17 by halftime.

“I think we have a great team this year,” said Palucki, who finished with 14 points and seven rebounds. “We have good chemistry. We’re playing really well together so we’ve just got to keep getting better.

“I think we’ve been playing really well on defense. We’ve been communicating well and executing the game plan.”

Oswego, which started a freshman and two sophomores, sliced into the Hawks’ lead during the third quarter and made it a 10-point game, 61-51, midway through the final period.

However, the Hawks went on a 9-0 run to put it out of reach.

George Sargeant, a 6-7 junior, took charge offensively for the Hawks, scoring 14 of his team-high 21 points in the second half. He also had eight rebounds. Sargeant is giving the Hawks some punch down low, something Lavorato was hoping he would do following the graduation of John Solari and Danny Quinn from last season’s 28-win team.

“I’m definitely becoming more comfortable,” Sargeant said. “It’s a new position and a new role for me from what I was doing last year. I always want to be 100 percent and so I always feel like I’m not there. Even if I’m (shooting) 90 percent from the free throw line, I want to be that hundred percent. I’m always striving for perfection and there’s always the next step to climb.” mike@buglenewspapers.com

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Andrew Palucki scored 14 points in Maine South’s 72-52 win over oswego.

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Locals having success at the D-I college level

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

A number of local high school products have been integral parts of their respective teams at the NCAA Division I level this fall, predominantly at schools around the Midwest.

Here’s a list updating who’s doing what where:

MAINE SOUTH Matt Alviti, the former all-state quarterback and 2012 Bugle Newspapers’ Player of the Year was listed as a true freshman on this year’s Northwestern squad, which missed going to a bowl game for the first time since 2008 after finishing 5-7.

Junior Trevor Siemian, who started the final game of the year, appears to have the inside

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Tyler Benz, a Maine South graduate, played quarterback for Eastern Michigan University.

track as Northwestern’s starter next season with Kain Colter graduating, but Alviti could challenge Siemian.

• Tyler Benz started at quarterback most of the year for 2-10 Eastern Michigan, but freshman Brogan Roback began to get more playing time towards the end of the season. Benz, a redshirt junior who started nine games in 2012, finished 2013 completing nearly 60 percent of his passes for 1,497 yards and 10 touchdowns.

• One of four former Hawks on Illinois State’s men’s cross country team, Kevin Dolan, a freshman, helped lead Maine South to fifth place as a team at the 2012 state cross country meet.

• Dave Eckhart spent two See LOCALS, page 14

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BOYS BBALL Points Per Game Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook George Sargeant, Maine South Jonah Coble, Joliet Central Miles Snowden, Plainfield South Andrew Palucki, Maine South Corey Evers, Plainfield South Romeo Magliore, Niles West Gage Davis, Bolingbrook Jake Nowak, Plainfield North Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South Jojo Rios, Niles West Jake Smith, Minooka Ahmad Gibson, Niles West Nick Novak, Plainfield East Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Calvin Brooks, Plainfield South Caleb deMarigny, Maine South Evan Hines, Niles West Shane Murray, Lisle Antonio Dyson, Joliet Central Allias Roberts-Burnett, Joliet West D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Jeremy Glavanovits, Lisle Elliot Fizer, Joliet West Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North Adam Alexander, Minooka Joe Butler, Minooka Devon Sams, Bolingbrook Justin Windt, Plainfield Central Jon Arenas, Maine South Shakur Triplett, Bolingbrook Rebounds Per Game Jeremy Glavanovits, Lisle Miles Snowden, Plainfield South Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Josh Smith, Plainfield East Joe Butler, Minooka Shakur Triplett, Bolingbrook Zach Trussell, Lisle Shane Murray, Lisle George Sargeant, Maine South Jonah Coble, Joliet Central Romeo Magliore, Niles West Hund, Plainfield Central Calvin Brooks, Plainfield South Jake Pedrelli, Maine South Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Elliot Fizer, Joliet West

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LoCaLS Continued from page 13 years at the University of Illinois before transferring to Illinois State prior to the 2013 season.

He finished 11th overall at the Illinois State Invite and was 40th at the MVC Championships.

• A two-time state qualifier in cross country and a state qualifier in track at Maine South, Megan Lemersal, a freshman, recorded personal bests of 15:59 over four kilometers, 18:50 over five kilometers and 22:53 over six kilometers during the 2013 season for the University of Illinois.

• Pat Maloney, the 2012 CSL Lineman of the Year, is a freshman offensive lineman for Ball State, who will be facing Arkansas State in the GoDaddy.com Bowl Jan. 5 in Mobile, Ala.

Tristin Esker, Plainfield East Andrew Palucki, Maine South Joshua Dillingham, Bolingbrook Assists Caleb deMarigny, Maine South Myles Ward, Plainfield East CJ Redmond, Bolingbrook Jonah Coble, Joliet Central Jonny Butler, Minooka Nick Novak, Plainfield East Jake Pedrelli, Maine South Jon Arenas, Maine South Ahmad Gibson, Niles West Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Joe Butler, Minooka Denzel Leslie, Joliet West Neal Tyrell, Minooka D’Vonta Jones, Joliet West Gage Davis, Bolingbrook D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Sean Maloney, Maine South Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook Steals Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Caleb deMarigny, Maine South D’Vonta Jones, Joliet West Neal Tyrell, Minooka Gage Davis, Bolingbrook Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East CJ Redmond, Bolingbrook D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West Jake Smith, Minooka Romeo Magliore, Niles West Denzel Leslie, Joliet West Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook Jon Arenas, Maine South Jeff Washington, Joliet West Allias Roberts-Burnett, Joliet West Kyle Hendzel, Lisle Myles Ward, Plainfield East Elliot Fizer, Joliet West Ryan, Plainfield Central Field Goal % Shane Murray, Lisle Jake Pedrelli, Maine South Shakur Triplett, Bolingbrook Jeff Washington, Joliet West George Sargeant, Maine South Julian Torres, Bolingbrook Andrew Palucki, Maine South

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• A freshman midfielder, Simon Megally started the first three games of the season for DePaul.

He played in 15 games overall with 13 starts, and had one goal and one assist.

• After finishing 9-16 overall in singles and 15-15 in doubles her freshman year, Audrey O’Connor saw limited action this season because of injuries for Illinois.

She went 1-1 in singles and 1-2 in doubles.

• Audrey’s twin sister, Hayley O’Connor, completed her sophomore year with a 9-4 overall record, and was 7-3 in her last 10 matches with the Army Black Knights.

• Sean Senf, a redshirt junior and team captain, placed ninth at the Illinois State Invite, 30th at the MVC Championships and 79th at the NCAA Midwest Regional for the Redbirds.

• John Solari,a two-sport athlete for the Hawks during his prep

Tristin Esker, Plainfield East Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Romeo Magliore, Niles West Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Free Throw % Caleb deMarigny, Maine South George Sargeant, Maine South Gage Davis, Bolingbrook Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Neal Tyrell, Minooka Odi Audisho, Niles West Jake Pedrelli, Maine South Davis, Plainfield Central Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Romeo Magliore, Niles West Allias Roberts-Burnett, Joliet West Connor Bielat, Lisle Elliot Fizer, Joliet West Emin Ademi, Niles West Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West 3-pointers Nick Novak, Plainfield East Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Jake Smith, Minooka Gage Davis, Bolingbrook Mike Ruwoldt, Joliet West Caleb deMarigny, Maine South Kostelz, Plainfield Central Jojo Rios, Niles West Evan Hines, Niles West D’Anthony Wright, Joliet West Joe Butler, Minooka GIRLS BBALL Points Per Game Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Jaida Green, Downers North Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Erin Heide, Minooka Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Kelly Carnagio, Minooka Brooklyn Bachmann, Minooka Peyton Winters, Downers North Chantell Mack, Joliet Central Monica Barefield, Joliet West Tyler Everett, Plainfield South Sarah Costello, Downers North Lexi Marin, Romeoville Destiny Hollins, Lockport Juatece McNear, Joliet Central Kate Moriarty, Resurrection

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career (football and basketball), was a true freshman for Dayton as a tight end.The Flyers finished 7-4 this season.

• Sean Sullivan, a redshirt sophomore, started out as a defensive lineman his freshman year, but was moved to offensive guard for Western Illinois.

This year as a starter, Sullivan earned Missouri Valley Football Conference Offensive Lineman of the Week honors in late September.

• Robbie Taylor, who was teammates with Dolan on the fifth-place Hawks’ 2012 state squad, completed his freshman season at ISU. • Another mainstay on the Hawks’ 2012 state team, Jon Vaccaro finished 22nd overall at the Illini Challenge and 46th at the Boilermaker Invitational for ISU this season as a freshman.

• During her senior campaign, Kristen Zillmer registered a

Valencia Chandler, Joliet West Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Jamie Hopper, Romeoville Naomi Mayes, Lockport Hailey Schoenman, Maine South Nina Anderson, Maine South Jacqui Eubanks, Plainfield South Rebounds Per Game Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Peyton Winters, Downers North Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Sarah Costello, Downers North Kelly Carnagio, Minooka Chantell Mack, Joliet Central Kate Moriarty, Resurrection Hailey Schoenman, Maine South Jacqui Eubanks, Plainfield South Jenae Rowe, Joliet West Valencia Chandler, Joliet West Sydney Arlis, Minooka Laurel Kucharski, Lockport Kyla Creal, Lockport Rachel Sutphin, Plainfield South Ally Fink, Plainfield South Kailey Foster, Joliet West Ty Battle, JCA Jamie Hopper, Romeoville Cherish Smith, Romeoville Jaida Green, Downers North Faith Heitman, Romeoville Assists Sarah Costello, Downers North Kelly Kons, Maine South Bre Sobotka, Resurrection Jaida Green, Downers North Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Brooklyn Bachmann, Minooka Sam Fagenholz, Maine South Lexi Marin, Romeoville Sydney Arlis, Minooka Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Bethany Bachmann, Minooka Lauren Porcelli, Downers North Nina Anderson, Maine South Christina Ekhomu, JCA Hailey Schoenman, Maine South Gabriella Galassini, Resurrection Giahanna Martorano, Resurrection Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Jamie Hopper, Romeoville Megan Roberts, Maine South Monica Barefield, Joliet West Ty Battle, JCA

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ninth-place finish at the Illinois State Invite, was 17th at the MVC Championships and 58th at the NCAA Midwest Regional for the Redbirds.

MAINE EAST Rami Dajani, a Maine East High School Hall of Fame inductee who scored 88 career goals— including a school-record 31 in 2012—played in 18 games with three starts for the University of Alabama-Birmingham. The freshman forward scored four goals and had two assists.

NILES WEST A redshirt sophomore, Thomas Villamil plays back for University of Illinois-Chicago men’s soccer team and was named to this year’s All-Horizon League second team.

He started 19 games and helped the Flames record 10 shutouts.

Skye Osborne, Romeoville Jnaya Walker, JCA Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Steals Sarah Costello, Downers North Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Tyler Everett, Plainfield South Jaida Green, Downers North Naomi Mayes, Lockport Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Nina Anderson, Maine South Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Destiny Hollins, Lockport Lauren Porcelli, Downers North Bre Sobotka, Resurrection Jamari McAfee, Lockport Kelly Kons, Maine South Kianna Campbell, Lockport Jamie Hopper, Romeoville Christina Ekhomu, JCA Jnaya Walker, JCA Field Goal % Ty Battle, JCA Kyla Creal, Lockport Adriana Acosta, JCA Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Peyton Winters, Downers North Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Emilie McGuire, Maine South Kennedy Weigt, JCA Jaida Green, Downers North Free Throw % Faith Heitman, Romeoville Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Brooklyn Bachmann, Minooka Destiny Hollins, Lockport Naomi Mayes, Lockport Sam Fagenholz, Maine South Jacqui Eubanks, Plainfield South Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Kelly Kons, Maine South 3-pointers Jaida Green, Downers North Sam Fagenholz, Maine South Erin Heide, Minooka Kennedy Weigt, JCA Nina Anderson, Maine South Sarah Costello, Downers North Taylor Farrell, Resurrection Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Destiny Hollins, Lockport

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Volodymyr Zverkovsky, a sophomore for Eastern Illinois, has been playing mainly at No. 6 singles. EIU plays an abbreviated fall schedule and slates most of its matches during the spring.

NOTRE DAME An all-conference and firstteam all-area pick for the Dons in 2012, Nick Bargione was a freshman offensive guard on Dayton’s roster in 2013.

• Tristan Humbles is listed as redshirt freshman defensive lineman with Western Illinois, but is projected as a linebacker.

• Sam Retzky was redshirted last year as a punter at Tulsa, but transferred to Maryland prior to the 2013 season. He was listed second on the depth chart for the Terrapins, who compiled a 7-5 record and faced Marshall in the Military Bowl on Dec. 27. mike@buglenewspapers.com

Sports YEAR Continued from page 11 first-team all-state squad.

Cross country In November, the Maine South girls team advanced to the Class 3A state meet for the second straight season. Senior Emily Leonard concluded a stellar career with by finishing 13th overall. She was an all-stater in cross country each of her four years, and placed in the top 10 her sophomore and junior seasons.

On the boys’ side, Hawks senior Jack Carpenter capped off his prep career with a sixthplace finish.

Football Following an 0-2 start, Maine South rattled off nine consecutive victories—including triumphs over Niles West and Oak ParkRiver Forest in the Class 8A playoffs. The Hawks also added to their impressive CSL South streaks, capturing their 13th consecutive league title and winning their 65th straight conference game during the season.

Notre Dame made the playoffs for the eighth straight year and compiled a 7-4 record. Senior tailback Chris James,who’s being heavily recruited by a number of Division I schools, completed his career with 1,734 yards and 20 TDs his senior year.

Unfortunately, both Notre Dame and Maine South fell victim in the playoffs to Loyola Academy, the eventual state runner-up.

The Ramblers blanked the Dons and Hawks in successive weeks.

Niles West also made the Class 8A postseason for the second straight year. The Wolves finished 6-4 and started 2013 winning their first six games.

Golf In October, senior Nate Lee of Niles West—a four-year state qualifier—went out in style by finishing in a three-way tie for 16th at the Class 3A tournament.

Junior Leia Atas from Maine South, competing in her third state Class AA girls tourney, finished in a four-way tie for 12th.

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the first boys gymnast at Niles West since 1993 to nab all-state honors at the state meet in May by placing fourth overall on the pommel horse.

Hockey Park Ridge native Sam Calabrese completed his career at Notre Dame, which advance to the Midwest Regional in March. He also played for the Irish at the OfficeMax Hockey City Classic at Soldier Field against Miami of Ohio a month earlier. Michael Mersch, who also hails from Park Ridge, was the University of Wisconsin men’s hockey team’s leading scorer last winter with 23 goals and 13 assists (36 points). He’s now in his senior year at Madison.

Softball Right-hander Jenna Christie of Maine South, now a senior, established a new single season school record for strikeouts in May, fanning 207 in 144 innings and beating the old school mark by 51 Ks.

Soccer Maine South’s girls team, behind a 32-goal, 14-assists season from Alli Curry, made it to the Class 3A sectional semifinals in May and finished 14-5-5. The Hawks’ boys squad also got to the sectional semis for the second consecutive season during October. They were 15-7-2.

Swimming Diver Jeremy Rohrman of Maine East qualified for the boys state swimming meet in February for the second straight year. He was joined in the state diving competition by Maine South’s Robert Mazza and Andrew Grabowski.

Mark Padron of Maine South was the lone area boys’ state individual qualifier (in the 50yard freestyle). Two Hawks relay teams—the 200 and 400 freestyle relays—also went downstate.

The girls state meet, held in November, featured Maine South senior Jenna Zitkus, a four-year qualifier in the 100 butterfly and a three-year qualifier in the 100 backstroke. She also was part of the Hawks’ state-qualifying 200 freestyle relay team. Niles West’s Emma Helgeson qualified for state in two events: the 100 and 200 freestyles.

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Celeste Carlson and Maine South won a regional championship this past year.

Tennis Maine South sophomore Leigh Friedman went downstate in October for the second straight season, and was joined by the doubles team of Kamila Czosnyka and Marti Wind—both of whom are freshmen. Niles West sent a singles player (freshman Eliza Kirov) and doubles tandem (seniors Kristine Park and Andra Sabou) to state for the first time since 2001.

In May, the Maine South boys tennis team saw seniors Dragan Trivanovic and Patrick Daleidon qualify for state—the first time two Hawks boys players have qualified in 13 years.

Track and field Dennis Gargovic, now a senior at Niles West, had the best individual finish of any area

boys or girls competitor at last May’s state meet in Charleston, going 55 feet, 4 ½ inches to take sixth in the Class 3A shot put.

On the collegiate side, Michal Filipczak, a 2012 Class 3A state champion in the 800-meter run for Maine South, was an integral part of Duke University’s track team as a freshman in 2013.

Filipczak in February anchored the Blue Devils’ 4x800 relay team, which set a school record and finished second at the Millrose Games.

Volleyball Girls teams from Niles West and Maine South both went to the sectional semifinals in October—the second straight year the Wolves had advanced that far, and the first appearance for Maine South since 2007.

Wolves senior Olivia Rusek

said goodbye after a four-year varsity career during which she accumulated a school career record 1,009 kills.

Led by 6-foot-8 senior outside hitter Nate Wolf, the Hawks boys club also advanced to the sectional semifinals in May.

Wrestling At February’s state meet, senior Vaughn Monreal-Berner of Niles West posted the area’s best individual finish, securing sixth place at 182 pounds. Sophomore Jimmy Gallardo of Notre Dame ended the year 34-5 and qualified for state for the second straight year. Maine South senior Terry Calkins (126) and Notre Dame seniors Sean Heneghan (152) and Gino Orlandi (heavyweight) also qualified for state. Each totaled over 30 victories. mike@buglenewspapers.com

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Angels open with fast start

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

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Jordan Weigt led all reserves with nine points on a trio of three-pointers against Thornton.

Everyone who knows anything about Will County girls basketball knows of Joliet Catholic Academy and its top Division-I prospects. Maybe less known but equally as important are the non-starters on the Angels’ bench.

Those players were on display in the opening game of the Hillcrest Holiday Tournament Thursday in Country Club Hills in a 71-32 win over Thornton.

“We are excited.We are trying to increase the depth on our bench and that showed today,” said Joliet Catholic coach Ed Schodrof. “They shared the basketball really well today.

Hopefully that depth will pay off for us during the season.

(The media) likes to focus on the starters, but I like to focus on the whole team and today I was most impressed with how they shared the ball. They had two or three touches back and forth to each other and then the shot and that means a lot.”

The JCA bench tallied 29 points in the game, paced by freshman Kennedy Weight, who had nine points.

“We want to get kids meaningful minutes in the game and not just when we are up 30 or down 30,” Schodrof said. “We are really trying to get them meaningful minutes so that we can trust everyone on the team when they are in the game. We have 11 kids on the roster and we want 11 kids who can play.”

The reserves know they have to always be ready to contribute.

“We have to be ready when we go on the court and we know that we can all play,” said

sophomore reserve Mia Farell.

“We know how to set each other up for the best shot. No one tries to take over the game.

Everyone works as a team and we know what we can do and we all go in and do what we can do.”

Schodrof likes how the Angels all play within their abilities.

“We all have limitations in life and if we can live by that creed, we will all be OK,” he said. “I think they did a really nice job of that today, knowing what their roles were.”

“We are all really strong and we don’t really have a weak player on this team. Every person contributes,” said sophomore reserve Kaitlyn Williams. “We just do what we need to do and the team will be good.”

Nicole Ekhomu led the team with 15 points, while Christina Ekhomu and Jasmine Lumpkin had nine each.

Nicole Ekhomu and Weigt each drained a trio of three pointers for JCA, something they are better at this season.

“Most teams played us in a zone so far this year and they did last year too,” Schodrof said. “So now that adds another element to the game that we can stretch them out.”

In the second game of the first day, Joliet Catholic (9-0) defeated Stagg 57-33 Lumpkin paced the team 12 points, while Farrell added eight.

Despite the fast start,Schodrof said the team is still looking to play its best basketball.

“We have a long way to go,” he said. “We aren’t happy or satisfied with anything. We are just trying to get better every game and every practice.” mark@buglenewspapers.com

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JUN E golf mill center for sale

In late 2011, Golf Mill’ owners lobbied Niles officials to create a special business district that would increase the mall’s sales tax by 0.25 percent

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Industrialist Robert Ilg completed the Leaning tower of Niles in 1934.

This year, landmark’s walls have worn down from freeze-thaw damage, creating cracks in the tower’s columns, pieces of dislodged concrete The Leaning Tower of Niles was completed construction in 1934 and was intended to be the centerpiece of the Ilg Hot Air Ventilation Company’s employee park. The tower, at 6300 W. Touhy Avenue, is a half size replica of the original tower in Pisa, Italy, which is Niles’ sister city.

In 1964 it was donated to the YMCA which had situated into the location that employee park was once at. However the YMCA was not able to maintain the tower and in 1995 it agreed to lease the tower to the Village of Niles for $1 per year until 2059. Then Mayor Nicholas Blase and the board of trustees started a $1.2 million renovation of the Leaning Tower of Niles in 1995 that was completed a year later. According to Niles Village Manager Steven Vinezeano the tower is structurally sound but the walls are getting worn

down from freeze-thaw damage to concrete elements, cracks in columns, and dislodged pieces of concrete.

Quick fact In augusT, The board of TrusTees approved $40,000 for ToWer repaIrs and anoTher $35,000 To repaIr The leanIng ToWer founTaIn In The vIllage’s 2014 budgeT.

However in recent times the landmark’s walls have been getting worn down from freeze-thaw damage. This has created cracks in the tower’s columns and pieces of dislodged concrete.

“We need to know how much [the repairs] will cost,”

said Mayor Andrew Przybylo at a August meeting, adding that he wanted to wait until the engineering firm completes its report before moving forward on any actions.“We have an area that needs looking at and if we need another TIF that’s what we’ll do.”

In August,the board of trustees approved $40,000 for tower repairs and another $35,000 to repair the Leaning Tower Fountain in the village’s 2014 budget.

In November Buzzfeed listed the Leaning Tower of Niles as one of its “50 Weirdest Things In All 50 States.”The video’s theme was a celebration of the unique landmarks across the nation.

“I think it’s very cool that they would include us in such a website,” said Niles Trustee George Alpogianis. He’s also the president of the Niles Sister Cities organization. “It’s one of the wonders of the U.S. and it’s a cool and innovative thing because it’s also a water storage tank…. Being featured in this list is just one more reason we should do as much as we can to keep this landmark.”

In June it was announced that Golf Mill Shopping Center was listed as for sale by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services firm.

The listing can be found at cbremarketplace.com and describes the property as having $52 million in debt from its first mortgage, with a 5.958 percent interest rate, which is due on Nov. 1, 2016. The asking price for the mall was not mentioned in the listing.

The listing further says that prospective buyers would acquire Golf Mill and assume that mortgage so a“repositioning plan” can be developed.

Whatever that plan is would have to be approved with the municipality of Niles, tenants of the shopping center and other stakeholders. The listing says that the debt would be paid off when the “repositioning plan” is ready to be put into action.

In late 2011, Golf Mill’ owners lobbied Niles officials to create

WEB LINKS The listing can be found at cbremarketplace.com

a special business district that would increase the mall’s sales tax by 0.25 percent, equal to 25 cents on a $100 purchase.

In March 2012, village officials voted against this plan, as the village had just approved a village-wide quarter-cent sales tax increase. The renovations, combined with the $52 million in debt the mall carries, could lead to a potential buyer spending a minimum of $67 million to purchase Golf Mill.

Currently Milwaukee Golf Management Corporation manages the shopping center, and the company’s listed agent is John F. Cuneo, Jr., son of the mall’s original developer. The Cuneo family has privately owned the shopping center for 50 years.

NILES 4TH OF JULY PARADE ENDS IN TRAGEDY Terpinas’s passing was a “great sadness and loss to the Niles Police Department family.”

Niles Park District Commissioner Bill Terpinas, 80, was riding in a golf cart as part of the village’s Independence Day parade procession when he collapsed while throwing candy to kids along the route around 9 a.m.

Spectators saw Terpinas fall near the parade’s starting point at Notre Dame College Prep.

He was unresponsive when Niles paramedics rushed him to Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. Later that day, Niles Park District Director and Niles Trustee Joe LoVerde told the media that Terpinas had died.

In an official statement the Niles Police department said that Terpinas’s passing is a “great

sadness and loss to the Niles Police Department family.”

Previously Terpinas was a Deputy Chief for the Niles police.

He retired in 1991, after serving more than 30 years with the Niles Police Department. He also served nearly two decades on the Niles Park District Board and was on the Niles Fire and Police Pension Boards and the Niles Community Relations Commission.

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interpersonal edge

How to fix work problems through time travel Q. I often find myself with problems I can’t predict at work that make my workday rotten. I notice you offer ideas on how to see problems coming.

Is there any technique I can use to spot problems before they ruin my day?

A. Yes, write a list of the last four problems that stressed you out at work and a detailed description. Now write down everything the four problems had in common.

Now consider this question: If you could time-travel, is there one proactive behavior you could have done to minimize all these problems or keep them from happening?Most of us, unfortunately, tend to make the same mistakes over and over again that result in different problems.

Behaviors we may use include: not speaking up, being sarcastic or pouting.

We usually can only see our contribution to our problems in the rearview mirror as we review our history and decision making.

Fortunately, the future is yet unwritten, so we can apply our newfound wisdom to changing our bad interpersonal habits before we create more problems.

That is, if we can just see and stop our habitual behavior. One of the enormous powers we all have is to see we have more than one choice when facing a problem.

There was a famous psychiatrist, Milton Erickson, who was shockingly effective in changing human behavior.

All his students kept pestering him to write down his theories, but he was reluctant to reduce his thinking about people into narrow categories. The most Erickson would say about what drove his problem solving is that he thought most people were just a little too rigid in their problem solving.

The point he was making was this: We all tend to get stuck in behavioral loops where we don’t see that in any given situation,there are perhaps 40 possible choices.

We immediately rule out choices that may make us

GREEN BLISS Continued from page 3 medical facility at the Milwaukee location, said Niles Community Development Director Chuck Ostman.

While Niles passed zoning regulations for the distribution and cultivation of medical cannabis, it never addressed medical clinics that have practicing medical doctors who evaluate patients to see if they qualify for the state’s

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Review your list again and ask yourself what options you aren’t seeing because you have been limited in the emotional discomfort you are willing to tolerate. all along. So, the rather magical question for you, dear reader, becomes, What ruby slippers do you have that you have failed to notice?

feel uncomfortable, foolish, embarrassed, wrong and other difficult emotions.

However, the truth is some of our most powerful options will work, but first they will make us uncomfortable. Consider being wrong, for instance. In any interpersonal situation, if you admit you may be wrong you’ll immediately take any arguments about the other person’s selfesteem off the table.

Once the other party isn’t trying to defend their core value, most

people are pretty happy to fix problems with you. However, you might righteously want to stick to your guns about how you are right and they are, well, wrong!

Review your list again and ask yourself what options you aren’t seeing because you have been limited in the emotional discomfort you are willing to tolerate.

Ask yourself what options you might be able to include if you weren’t worried about feeling bad but were very concerned about getting results.Even famous adventurers get stuck in behavioral loops. Take that pioneer called Dorothy exploring that land called Oz for instance.

She thought she was young, inexperienced and had no talents or skills to speak of. Consider her surprise when she discovered that the only thing keeping her from getting what she wanted is that she didn’t see the power she had

new pilot program. The Village Board did talk of passing new ordinances to limit clinics like Green Bliss after it opened, after officials received complaints from some residents.

However, Niles Mayor Andrew Przybylo shot that idea down and said that, as he understood it, any doctorcanwritearecommendation for medical marijuana anywhere that his practice is allowed to locate. Under the new law, clinics must prove they have pre-existing relationships with patients in order to make a recommendation for medical marijuana.

When Green Bliss was notified it couldn’t operate in Niles without filing for the proper permits, Joseph Dadivas told The Bugle that he would be looking for a new location in Morton Grove with “better parking.” The proposed location at 6022 W. Dempster St., Morton Grove, would provide the clinic with 1,500-square-feet and 30 parking spots. But now the status of the clinic’s new location is up in the air.

Morton Grove’s concerns over Green Bliss come after the IDFPR filed a formal complaint against Good Intentions, LLC on Dec. 16.

That day the IDFPR also issued a

warning to the public and doctors to be “cautious” about visiting or setting up so-called medical cannabis clinics. Based out of Wicker Park in Chicago, Good Intentions opened in August and was the first medical marijuana clinic open in Illinois. Green Bliss was the second clinic to open in the state.

The IDFPR’s complaint with Good Intentions claims the clinic charged for “pre-certification for medical cannabis without conducting physical examinations” or “establishing a legitimate physician-patient relationship.”

The clinic’s management strongly disagrees with those claims.

In a release Good Intentions said that it believed the complaint filed by the IDFPR was “utterly false, speculative in nature, absent merit or fact, improper and misleading, and contrary to the spirit of the ‘Compassionate Use Act.’” Daniel J. Reid is the general manager for Good Intentions and CEO of the Thomas Jefferson Project, an organization focused on supporting forward-thinking healthcare providers and their patients. He talked to The Bugle about the shadow the IDFPR warning and subsequent warning

has cast over his clinic, Green Bliss and any future clinics that wish to open in the state.

“What’s the point of having a law, giving patients access and then that same government that passes this law works to sabotage and block the provisions that allow patients to get access to this medicine,” said Reid. “What politicians are doing is trying to block and sabotage the law. Why are they against sick people? Politicians are politicizing this issue the detriment of the very people they are supposed to represent.”

He said that the backlash clinics are experiencing from state and local officials are the result of misinformation about the how the law works and the medical uses for cannabis.

“Our position is very simple, this is about patients,” said Reid. “This should not be about politicians.

This should be about people that are seriously ill.”

The law was created with a “sunset” provision, meaning that if the legislature does not renew the program or create a new law, the program will cease to operate four years from the date it goes into effect.

Quick TIP to help in the office: In any interpersonal situation, if you admit you may be wrong you’ll immediately take any arguments about the other person’s selfesteem off the table.

The last word(s) Q. I often find myself in meetings where I am not understood. I end up explaining and explaining but it just seems to make my coworkers frustrated. Is there a better way to get my point across?

A. Yes, stop talking, ask more questions, and repeat in your own words what you are hearing until you are certain you know what others want. As the musician Jimi Hendrix once said, “Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.”

(Daneen Skube, Ph.D., executive coach, trainer, therapist and speaker, the author of “Interpersonal Edge:Breakthrough Tools for Talking to Anyone,Anywhere,About Anything”) (c) 2013 INTERPERSONAL EDGE DISTRIBUTED

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Niles Senior Center For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, please check the Naturally Active Program Guides or call the Niles Senior Center at 588-8420.

Information about the Niles Senior Center can be found on the Village of Niles Website at www.vniles.com. Click on “Departments” (upper left), and then Click on “Senior” You can now see what’s new at the Senior Center.

Advanced registration is required for programs.

For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, call the Niles Senior Center at 847-588-8420 Individuals must be a registered member of the Niles Senior Center to receive the member price.

Non members are invited to participate in programs at the non-member price.

For more information about membership and programs, contact the Senior Center.

Issues in the News • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Thursdays This dynamic, refreshing class is led by long time leader of this program, Arlene Golub. This group is filled with folks from all walks of life, retired or not, who want to keep abreast of a broad spectrum of what is occurring locally and worldwide. Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Please call the NSC at 847-588-8420 for more information.

Got the dot? It may save your life Assist first responders with the information they need. Become part of the Illinois Dot Program. The Illinois Dot Program is a statewide initiative designed to provide vital medical information on vehicle drivers and passengers.

Information contained on the medical card can assist first responders in the “Golden Hour” immediately following a serious crash. This can very well mean the difference between life and death. For

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more information, please contact the Niles Senior Center (847 588-8420).

this easy new way to pay for CTA and Pace. Tuesday, January 7, 2:00-3:00pm, FREE

Welcome Noon Year!

A belated New Years Celebration. Put your dancing shoes on and join us as we celebrate the beginning of the New Year with an elegant lunch featuring a house salad, chicken breast vesuvio, pasta, mixed vegetables, roll, and dessert. Then enjoy the musical stylings of Peter Oprisko and his 4 piece band.

The afternoon wouldn’t be complete without a traditional New Years champagne toast.

Reserved Seating. Friday, January 3, 2014, 12:00-3:00pm, $15M/$20NM

Health Prevention: Medicare & YOU! Discover the importance of health prevention. Medicare now pays for preventative services which can detect health problems early.

Find out what services are available at no cost to you.

Start taking charge of your health! Thursday, January 9, 10:00am, FREE

AARP Driver’s Safety Program Instructor: Mort Skibelsky.

There is no final test to pass.

Upon completion of the course, you are awarded a certificate. Under Illinois law, those above 55 may qualify for multi-year auto insurance discount by completing this course. Please check with your insurance company.

Participants must attend both classes. Mondays, January 6 & 13, 9:00am-1:00pm both days. $15 AARP members/$20 non-members. You must preregister. Check only, payable to AARP, due on the first day of class.

Tai Chi Demo Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute Certified.

Friday, January 10, 10:1511:00am, FREE SCRAM, Senior Crime Reduction Awareness Matters Presented by the Niles Police Department. Burglary Prevention –Learn the top ten ways burglars try to enter your home. Quick tips on what you can do to better secure your home and what to do if you observe suspicious behavior. Monday, January 13, 10:00-11:30am, FREE Ventra- the new way to pay on the CTA/Pace Speaker: Kristin Salkas This new payment system allows customers to use a single fare card for regional transit throughout the Chicago area. Learn about

Lite Lunch and Movie:Lee Daniels’ The Butler (PG13 2013 132 min) Starring Forest Whitaker & Opral Winfrey. As Cecil Gaines serves eight presidents during his tenure as a butler at the White House, the civil rights movement, Vietnam, and other major events affect this man’s life, family, and America society – IMDB Lunch is a chicken Caesar salad, roll, & dessert. Friday, January 10, 12:00pm, $5M/$7.50NM Afternoon Tea at Lockwood Restaurant in the Palmer House Hilton Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea service at the famed Palmer House Hilton in Chicago. This tea includes a selection of Harney and Sons teas: Darjeeling, Darjeeling decaf, English breakfast, earl grey supreme, earl grey decaf, citron green, sencha, fencha decaf, French super blue lavender, rooibos chai, mint verbena, and chamomile.

Sandwiches: crab salad with brioche, lemon mayonnaise, and caviar; roast beef on pumpernickel with whole grain mustard and watercress; cucumber on egg bread and lemon curd butter; and curried chicken with golden raisins, walnuts, and a sweet curry aioli. Scones: buttermilk, orange cranberry, and sweets. This trip includes transportation and tea service at the Palmer House.

Wednesday, January 22, 1:005:00pm, Check-In: 12:30pm, $70M/$75NM

Park Ridge Senior Center

Senior Center Memberships Senior Center membership begins at age 55. Our quarterly new and prospective member meetings will you give information on the many activities, programs, events and services offered. Membership dues are: Single: $46 Resident, $65 Non-Resident Couple: $70 Resident, $99 Non-Resident Over 90 Single: $23 Resident, $32.50 Non-Resident Over 90 Couple: $35 Resident, $49.50 Non-Resident Enjoy these Senior Center Membership benefits: Priority registration and special rates for Active Adult programs, events & trips; A drop-in social center open 7 days a week; Free members-only unique monthly programming and activities; A variety of free clubs for many interests and hobbies; Monthly Newsletter delivered to your home; and Volunteer Opportunities.

Enjoy these facility amenities as a Senior Center Member: Large meeting hall; Classrooms; Full service kitchen; Stage with sound system; Ceramic room and kiln; 2 large screen TVs; Game tables; 4 ping pong tables; Variety of solitary and group activities for member use; Members art displays; Free Lending Library; and Free Medical Lending Closet (limited quantities) For more information, call 847-692-3597.

Bridge If bridge is of interest there are several opportunities to enjoy the game. Groups meet on Friday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Couple’s Bridge meets the first Thursday of the month. Call the Center at 847-692-3597 for more information or to be put in touch with one of the group moderators.

Senior Center Clubs Men’s Club: 1st & 2nd Tuesday of the month. Join us as we plan fun and exciting events, as well as make a difference in our community.

Book Worms: 1st Thursday of the month, 1 p.m. Love to

read? Join us every month for a discussion pertaining to a variety of books . One per month .

Camera Club: 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m. Join our camera club as they provide instruction and interesting slideshows on a variety of different topics .

Money Matters with Chris Valentine: 1st & 3rd Monday of the Month, 10 a.m. Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a program of financial tips and answers your questions Opera Arts Club with Leo Rizzetto. 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, Noon. Do you have a love for opera and/or musicals? Leo Rizzetto, opera aficionado, presents a variety of majestic operas and toe tapping musicals.

Computer Club: 1st Wednesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. Need a computer refresher course or just help learning the computer? Join Richard Brandt as he leads the group . Come with questions.

Handicrafters: every Friday, 10 a.m. Do you knit, crochet, sew, quilt, cross-stitch, or embroider? We make items for the Annual Holiday Bazaar and the V .A . Hospitals . We provide the supplies for these events, or you can work on your own project . Beginners are welcome!

Ongoing activities Following are number of ongoing activities at the Center: • Woodcarvers meet Thursdays at 9 a.m.…a free activity: • Gamers, 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Fridays play dominos, hand and foot, scrabble for rummikube … also free.

• Ceramics students meet 9:30 a.m. to noon Mondays and Tuesdays and work on projects of your choice. There is a charge of $7 per class.

• Pinochle players meet the second Monday, Third Thursday and every Saturday of the month at 1 p.m.

• Table tennis players start play at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. All abilities are welcome for this free activity.

• Have you ever thought of tap dancing? This is a fun way of exercising. The class is at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays. The fee is $10 for members and $15 for See SENIOR, page 22

Calendar JAN. 2 Aeronautical Engineering Challenge A.K.A Paper Airplane Contest. 1 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Come try out your hand at aeronautical engineering a.k.a paper airplane folding.We will fly and decide on the best designs for distance, accuracy, and “hang time.” Caregivers of children in grades 1-2 need to stay in the room with their children.

JAN. 3 DO THE DOWNTON: Downton Abbey: Season 3. 2 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Season 3, episodes 8 and 9 (Christmas special), 132 minutes total.

JAN. 4 The Apartment (1960). 2 p.m. Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. A man tries to rise in his company by letting its executives use his apartment for trysts, but complications and a romance of his own ensue. Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine. Call 847-9295101 or visit www.mgpl.org for more information.

JAN. 5 Jewish Youth Zone: Mini Chefs. 2 p.m. Chabad & F.R.E.E. of Niles 9401 Margail Des Plaines.

Feeling Fruity!

Get creative with Tu Bishvat fruit art activities and learn about the seven special fruits from Israel! *$7 per child* *for kids ages 2–8* For more info about the Jewish Youth Zone & its programs go towww. chabadandfree.com/JYZ.

JAN. 6 DO THE DOWNTON: Downton Abbey: Season 3.

2 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St, Niles. Season 3, episodes 1 and 2, 115 minutes total.

Cook County Property Tax Seminar. 6:30 p.m. Skokie Public Library – Auditorium 5215 Oakton Street, Skokie. The opening day for Niles Township residents to appeal their 2013 assessed value with the Cook County Board of Review is on December 16, 2013. This is the assessment that will be used to calculate final tax bills in July 2014 for payment in August 2014.

State Senators Ira Silverstein and Daniel Biss, State Representatives Lou Lang, John D’Amico and Laura Fine and Skokie Mayor George Van Dusen, and Morton Grove Mayor Daniel DiMaria are

co-hosting. At the seminar, Board of Review Commissioner Michael Cabonargi and Niles Township Assessor Scott Bagnall will conduct a review of how to file an appeal with the Cook County Board of Review. The deadline to appeal to the Board of Review for those in Niles Township is January 14 2014. More info online at cookcountyboardofreview.com.

JAN. 7 The Place Beyond the Pines (2013). 11:30 a.m.Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove.A motorcycle stunt rider turns to robbing banks as a way to provide for his lover and their newborn child, a decision that puts him on a collision course with an ambitious rookie cop. Cast: Ryan Gosling, Bradley Cooper, Eva Mendes, Ray Liotta.

Join us every Tuesday at 11:30am for Movies, Munchies, and More!

Call 847-929-5101 or visit www. mgpl.org for more information.

A Big Wedding (2013). 2 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St,Niles.To the amusement of their adult children and friends a long divorced couple, Don and Ellie, are forced to play the happy couple for the sake of their son’s wedding.

JAN. 8 LitLounge Book Discussion: The Dog Stars. 7 p.m. The Curragh,8266 LincolnAve.,Skokie.

Join us for a book discussion of The Dog Stars by Peter Heller.

Surviving a pandemic disease that has killed everyone he knows, a pilot establishes a shelter in an abandoned airport hangar before hearing a random radio transmission that compels him to risk his life to seek out other survivors. Morton Grove Public Library and the Skokie Public Library come together for this social book group that meets at The Curragh, an the Irish pub, at 8266 Lincoln Ave. in Skokie. Can’t make it this month? We always have something interesting coming up, so check the book discussion page on www.mgpl. org or call 847-929-5101.

JAN. 9 Affordable Care Act: What You Need to Know. 7 p.m.Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St, Niles. Kris Sadur, Outreach Coordinator and Constituent Advocate from the office of Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky will explain the provisions of ACA. JAN. 10 January BYOB at The Art

Station Studio. 7 p.m. 8106 W Oakton Street, Niles. Come out and have a fun evening painting and hanging out with friends at the Art Station Studio. Sit back, relax, sip your favorite beverage, paint, and feel your stress melt away. Adults only. $35 per person.

Canvas, paint, brushes,and light snack provided. Register now.

Spots fill up quickly. Call 847-2748478.

JAN. 23 Gunga Din (1939). 7:30 p.m.

Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older.

After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.

For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.

FEB. 13 Wuthering Heights (1939).

Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older.

After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.

For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.

MARCH 13 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939), with special guest Jessica Rains. Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge.

Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older. After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.

APRIL 24 Scarface (1939), with guest Christina Rice, author of Ann Dvorak. Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge.

THE BUGLE JANUARY 2, 2014 Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older. After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.

MAY 1 In Old Chicago (1937) & Jesse James (1939), with special guests, Tyrone Power family.

Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older. After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.

JUNE 19 Gone With The Wind (1939).

Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older.

After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.

For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.

ONGOING Pet photos with Santa.

Daily, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Golf Mill Center. Santa welcomes fourlegged creatures too! Bring the family pet for photos with Santa on Monday evenings throughout the season. It makes a purrfect holiday greeting card.

Live Jazz Jam at Chambers.

Every Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. Come join us for dinner and live jazz. John Bany is one of Chicago’s best and most interesting bass players. His bass playing, in addition to his unique vocal style, has delighted audiences everywhere. He is

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a, veteran bass player, John has played at a number of festivals including: the original Big Horn (Ivanhoe, Illinois), the Chicago Jazz Festival (9 appearances), the Mid-American Jazz Festival (St. Louis, Missouri), Elkhart Jazz Festival (13 appearances) and the Atlanta World Music Fest.

FISH Seeking Volunteers.

Due to the economy, FISH is experiencing over a 40 percent rise in ridership. It is straining both the volunteer service level and budget. Since 1971, FISH volunteers have been serving Park Ridge and Maine Township residents by providing free rides to medical appointments. To continue to provide a high level of service to all residents of Maine Township, FISH needs volunteers.

Can you spare four hours per month to drive neighbors to medical appointments?

To volunteer, call Ed Oken, President, 847 696-0761.

Meet US Rep Schakowsky’s Representative.

Every Wednesday, 9 a.m. to noon at the Park Ridge Library. A member of U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky’s Evanston office will be at the library every Wednesday morning to answer your questions about government, health care, retirement issues, immigration visas, and anything else related to federal benefits. For more information, contact Ann Limjoco at 847-328-3409.

Stroke Club. 3-4:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Center for Advanced Care, Room 1220, 1700 Luther Lane, Park Ridge. This is a free program for stroke victims and survivors (plus a guest). Free parking is available in the attached parking garage.

For more information contact Meg Potterfield, 847-723-4765 or Dorene Wlodarski, 847-296-2470.

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The Center for Concern Volunteer needed Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge. This 35 year old social service agency helps maintain senior citizens in their homes and provides housing assistance enabling them to live with dignity and independence. Call Jim at 847-823-0453. Very flexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

Unless otherwise noted, all services are offered at The Center of Concern offices at 1580 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 310, in Park Ridge. For services that require an appointment, call 847-8230453 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday through Thursday, or 9 a.m. to noon Friday.

Preparation of simple

wills and durable powers of attorney for health care and property also is available by appointment. Homeowners desiring additional income, companionship, or the ability to remain in their homes may wish to consider The Center of Concern’s shared housing program. Residents are matched with screened applicants who possess a temperament suitable to shared accommodations.

The Center of Concern also offers friendly visitors for the homebound, programs designed to prevent homelessness, and volunteer opportunities in the office and in the field. The Center’s web site is www. centerofconcern.org.

Morton Grove Senior Center

North Shore Senior Center offers programs, classes, activities, and travel opportunities for adults at the American Legion Memorial Civic Center at 6140 Dempster Street. You may register for all programs at the Center or call 847-470-5223.

Volunteer opportunities

Do you have great people skills? Do you enjoy reception work? North Shore Senior Center in Morton Grove has opening for people to help at our front desk, greeting guests, directing calls, and assisting with registrations. Please contact Volunteer Services at 847.784.6052 for details.

Senior Center membership Become a member of North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus and enjoy opportunities to live longer, happier, healthier lives through an array of programs, activities, trips and services.

Members receive a discount on all programs, activities, and trips, Lifelong Learning Program Catalog, information on local, state, and federal issues affecting seniors, and invitations to special events and presentations.

Membership dues are $20 for an individual and $35 for a couple/household for a full year. Everyone welcome! Call North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus at 847-470-5223 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or stop by the Senior Center, 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove, to become a member.

Book Talk: Chilly Reads Wednesday, January 8, 1 – 2:00 p.m.

Baby, it’s cold outside!

Turn up the heat with Librarian Megan Rosol and bring a hot drink as she talks about snowy expeditions, chilly fictional tales and icy characters. No fee. Call 847470-5223 to register.

The History of the Tonight Show: Steve Allen Wednesday, January 15, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

From Steve Allen to Jay Leno, the Tonight Show has been an American institution.

In this hilarious and intriguing series, cultural historian Barry Bradford will use rare video clips and amazing stories to

bring alive the personalities and the show that shaped America during late night! $9 members; $12 non-members.

Call 847-470-5223 to register.

The Magic of Chet Atkins Monday, January 20, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Start the New Year with the wonderful upbeat sounds of Chet Atkins presented by Composer Jim Kendros. On of the greats of guitar, his lyrical styles have appealed to many different musical tastes. Whether inspired by country, pop or ballad, you’ll be delighted with the magic Chet Atkins wields on the six strings of a guitar. $8 members; $11 non-members.

Call 847-470-5223 to register.

Mindfulness Practices: Managing Pain, Stress and Life’s Challenges Tuesday, January 21, 1 – 2:00 p.m.

Discover practices to reduce pain, improve sleep and conquer stress with Dr. Arthur Hoffman, MD, MPH of Rush University Medical Center. Explore the benefits and principles of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), a well researched program to enhance quality of life. MBSR combines Zen, yoga and other eastern principles that are accessible to all regardless of religious backgrounds. $8 members; $10 non-members. Call 847470-5223 to register.

Ceramics Workshop: Contemporary Vase Wednesdays, January 22 & February 5, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Handcraft your own unique ceramic vase. You will work in clay the first session, exploring various surface designs. In the second session you will decorate your vase using colorful painting methods. The piece will then be fired and ready for pick up in about two weeks.

No experience necessary.

Instructor Laurey Fischer

will guide you step-by-step through the creation process.

Fee includes materials, supplies and two firings. $35 members; $45 non-members.

Call 847-470-5223 to register.

Dynamic Duos: Favorite Screen Couples Monday, January 27, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

What do Tracy & Hepburn, Newman & Redford, Fred & Ginger, Bogey & Bacall and Laurel & Hardy have in common? They are Dynamic Duos, popular pairs who shared top billing in numerous films, and they are all featured in this original video with Robert Burton, Professor Emeritus of Communications, Oakton Community College. Relive memorable scenes featuring these and other Hollywood screen teams. Following the video there will be a discussion about your own favorite movie couples and an opportunity to learn some additional interesting facts about these box office dynamos. $9 members; $12 non-members. Call 847-4705223 to register.

Rosie! A Tribute with Heather Moran Thursday, February 20, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Rosie! A Tribute is a loving and well-told musical adventure spanning the 40 year career of the great Girl Singer, Rosemary Clooney.

Heather Moran has deftly created a musical tapestry from the colorful life of Clooney, spanning from her birth in Maysville, Kentucky, through her nervous breakdown in the late 1960s, her mid 1970s comeback, all the way to her death in 2002.

Heather is accompanied by one of the hottest young jazz musicians in Chicago, Damian Espinosa. $10 members; $13 non-members. Call 847-4705223 to register.

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Avoiding scams & pickpockets Europe creative place when it comes to petty thievery, travel scams

By Rick Steves Tribune Content Agency

The Louvre is Europe’s oldest, biggest, greatest and secondmost-crowded museum (after the Vatican).

It is home to Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Michelangelo statues and paintings by the greatest artists from the Renaissance to the Romantics.

Lately it is also home to groups of pickpockets. It got so bad that last April the museum staff walked out in protest.The Louvre had to close for a day, and the management finally beefed up police patrols.

Europe is a surprisingly creative place when it comes to petty thievery and travel scams.Tourists, especially Americans, are an easy target. Be on guard - even at church. St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice attracts tourists and pickpockets alike. Loaded down with valuables, jetlagged and bumbling around in a strange new environment, we stick out like jeweled thumbs. If I were a European thief, I’d specialize in Americans - my card would say “Yanks R Us.” But scams can be avoided. Smart travelers are less likely to be victims, so be aware of these travel scams, which I’ve been tracking thanks to my readers and my European travel guides.

Rotator Bluff

You’re going through a London subway turnstile and someone is pressing right behind you. You feel something in your pocket, but by the time you turn around, it’s already too late - the thief throws your wallet to his accomplice on the other side of the machines.

You’re stuck on the wrong side of the turnstile, and both thieves have disappeared into the crowd.

The Attractive Flirt or New “Friend” You’re a single male traveler who is suddenly approached by a gorgeous woman on the street. After chatting for a while, she seductively invites you for a drink at a nearby nightclub. But when the bill arrives, it is several hundred dollars more than you

expected. Only then do you notice the burly bouncers guarding the exits - so you have to pay up. There are several variations on this scam. Sometimes the scam artist is disguised as a lost tourist or a gregarious local who (seemingly) just wants to show you his city.

Regardless, be suspicious when invited for a drink by someone you just met; if you want to go out together, suggest a bar (or cafe) of your choosing instead.

Slow Count Cashiers who deal with lots of tourists thrive on the “slow count.”

Even in banks, they’ll count your change back with odd pauses in hopes that you’ll gather up the money early and say “Grazie.”

Waiters seem to be arithmetically challenged. If you have to use a large bill to make a small payment, clearly state the value of the bill as you hand it over. Some waiters or cabbies will pretend to drop a large bill and pick up a hidden small one in order to shortchange a tourist.

Get familiar with the currency and check the change you’re given.

The Well-Dressed Thief The sneakiest pickpockets look like well-dressed businesspeople, generally with something officiallooking in their hand. Some pose as tourists with daypacks, cameras and even guidebooks. Don’t be fooled by looks, impressive uniforms, femme fatales or hardluck stories. Don’t hand your wallet to anyone, especially not to fake police who want to “check it for counterfeit money.”

The Shell Game: Avoid any gambling on the street.The classic shell game comes with a shill who wins money easily. Then it’s your turn. Believe it or not, there are enough idiots on the street to keep these con men in business.

Good Luck & Good Love In many countries, colorfully dressed women are notorious for aggressively approaching the unknowing tourist with friendship bracelets or sprigs of rosemary.

They’ll tell you your fortune and promise you a wonderful love life. Then they’ll demand money and refuse coins (bad luck), so the confused tourist gives paper money. This can also lead to a commotion where their children will gather around and suddenly everyone’s gone and all your zippers are down. It’s best to just stay away from any seemingly spontaneous interaction like this on the streets.

The Excuse Me Spill A popular con is when someone squirts your shirt with gunk and then tells you it is bird poop.While she helps clean it up,an accomplice lifts your purse or backpack.

And the list goes on and on.

Scams can be easy to avoid if you recognize them and stay aware.

Assume any commotion is created

by thief teams to create a cover for their work. Wear a money belt to protect yourself against pickpockets, and leave your fancy bling at home.

Above all, enjoy your trip. Don’t travel fearfully - travel smartly.

Scam artists come in all shapes and sizes, but if you’re cautious and not overly trusting, you’ll marvel at how easy it is to have a fun and hassle-free vacation.

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