JUNE 25, 2015 VOL. 59 ISSUE 38
niles township will hold drive throughout summer
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NEWS mckay-nealis Park renovations Family, friends on hand for grand reopening celebration
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COMMUNITY niles prepares for Fourth of July celebration Parade route, park district activities announced see Page 3
NEWS new chief of police Niles Mayor Andrew Przybylo will name Dennis McEnerney permanent police chief see Page 4
CALENDAR upcoming events in your area
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Area Blackhawk fans celebrate Stanley Cup win BY IGOR STUDENKOV FOR THE BUGLE esidents from Park Ridge, Niles and Morton Grove joined countless other Blackhawks fans in downtown Chicago to celebrate the team’s championship win. Despite the festive atmosphere, the day didn’t start off smoothly. By 7:45 a.m., a light drizzle escalated to a downpour, sending men, women and children wearing Blackhawks jerseys inside the Uptown Metra station building in Park Ridge. Still, the mood remained optimistic. Bart Smith of Park Ridge said he was still looking forward to the celebration, despite the weather. “I feel very excited,” he said. “It’s going to be a very great day. It’s going to be a very fun day.” When asked if the rain gave him any pause, Smith replied with a simple “no.” “I brought my umbrella,” he added.
Blackhawks fans prepare to board the 8:06 a.m. express train to Chicago at park ridge’s uptown Metra station. (photo by By igor Studenkov)
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SPORTS all-area Volleyball Local trio on Voyager Media All-Area team
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Blackhawks Fans gather at the intersection of Canal and Monroe streets one hour before the championship rally is scheduled to begin. (photo by By igor Studenkov)
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park district > DES PLAINES
Family, friends celebrate McKay-Nealis Park renovations Renovated playground designed to promote physical fitness
The Des Plaines Park District celebrated the grand reopening of McKay-Nealis Park, following the recent completion of a playground renovation at the park. Don Miletic, executive director of the park district, told a group that gathered for the celebration on May 30 that the park, which has been popular for decades, now has one of the best playgrounds in the district. The crowd included the children and grandchildren of John McKay, one of the two men the park is named after. “It’s inspiring to have three generations of the McKay family here with us today,” Miletic said. McKay and Walter Nealis, partners at their Des Plaines real estate and development firm, donated the land to the park district in 1958. They also purchased the original playground equipment at a cost of $3,039.50. Shirley Watson
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and Marilyn Bender, who worked with McKay and Nealis from 1972 to 1992 at Century 21 Champions, were also on hand to honor their employers, share stories and enjoy the celebration. Park Board President, Jana Haas, cut the ribbon to officially open the park, 1755 S. Maple St., along with board commissioners Donald Rosedale, James Grady and Joseph Weber. “The district has a long history of building great neighborhood parks, and we will continue to make them an important part of a fun, active life in Des Plaines,” Haas said. The renovated McKay-Nealis playground includes a play structure for 2- to 5-year-olds and a separate structure for 5- to 12-year-
olds. Both have slides, climbers and towers set on an engineered wood-fiber safety surface. The park district said it is one of the largest playgrounds built by the parks department and the equipment is designed to help children stay physically fit. For younger children, the playground also features a lumber panel tree house, a wood plank wiggle ladder, and stand-alone musical and creative play panels. The 5- to 12-year-old play area includes a wave horizontal ladder, an 84-inch belt bridge, multiple slides, a covered platform, and modern monkey bars. The renovation also included a sand-play area, additional open space, benches, a new picnic table under a gazebo, and walking path.
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Supply drive looks to help in-need students Niles Township will hold drive throughout summer By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @NilesILNews
The right supplies are important to any student’s success in the classroom. The Niles Township announced last week that it will hold a school supply drive for the upcoming school year in order to assist area students in need. “When school begins, we want all children in the township to have the proper supplies,” Niles Township Supervisor Marilyn Glazer said in a release. The township is asking residents to drop off No. 2 pencils and colored pencils, scissors with rounded points, 24-count boxes of crayons, colored markers, 1-inch three-ring
binders, and facial tissues and antibacterial wipes, among other supplies. Tax-deductible donations will also be accepted and used for additional school supply kits, according to the township. Residents who would like to make a monetary donation can mail or drop off a check payable to the Niles Township Food Pantry Foundation. “This support is critical to
bolster a child’s self esteem and will eliminate unnecessary worry or embarrassment over not having the proper materials,” Glazer added. All donations will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the township office, 5255 Main St., Skokie. For more information about the supply drive or a full list of school supplies, visit www. nilestownshipgov.com.
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Niles prepares Fourth of July celebration Parade route, park district activities announced
By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @NilesILNews
Summer has arrived, and the village of Niles is beginning preparations for its Fourth of July Parade and celebration. The parade will step off from Notre Dame College Prep at 9 a.m. July 4 and end at Grennan Heights Park. The parade route runs south on Ozark Street to Main Street, east on Main to Harlem Avenue, south on Harlem to Monroe Street and West on Monroe to Oketo Avenue. Parking restrictions will be placed along the parade route
until 2 p.m., according to the village. Additionally, there will be no parking from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Crain Street from Ozark to Ozanam Avenue, on Ozanam between Greenleaf Street and Dempster Street, on Keeney Street and Kedzie Street from Odell Avenue to Olcott Avenue, and between Keeney and Kedzie on Odell, Osceola Avenue, Oketo and Olcott. Following the parade, the Niles Park District will sponsor a Fourth of July celebration at Grennan Heights Park, 8255 Oketo, until 2 p.m. Activities included in the celebration include children’s games, face painting, pony rides and a full entertainment lineup, including R-Gang Band. For more information on the parade or celebration, visit www. vniles.com or www.niles-parks. org.
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police > NILES
New chief of police named Dennis McEnerney was interim chief for past seven months By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @DownersGrvBugle
The village of Niles announced last week that Mayor Andrew Przybylo will name Dennis McEnerney permanent chief of police for the Niles Police Department. McEnerney, who has served as interim police chief for the past seven months, replaces retired Chief of Police Dean Strzelecki.
The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Niles, Park Ridge and Morton Grove police departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.
Niles Ankhjargal Janchivdorj, 34, 4800 block of North Rutherford, Harwood Heights, was arrested at 5:26 p.m. June 12 in the 8300 block of Milwaukee for DUI-alcohol, driving while license suspended and no insurance.
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Deanny Torres, 42, 1117 N. Lawndale, Chicago, was arrested at 11:30 p.m. June 12 in the 7200 block of Milwaukee for no valid driver’s license.
Przybylo said his decision was based on McEnerney’s 37 years on the force and his proven record of performance. The village said in a release that it supports the mayor’s decision to promote from within. Niles Village Manager Steven Vinezeano said he expects McEnerney to serve the department and community with “loyalty and high level of professionalism.” “McEnerney will have a
Ronald L. Buchanon, 50, 4200 block of West Iowa, Chicago, was arrested at 11:30 p.m. June 12 in the 7200 block of Milwaukee for no valid driver’s license. Jessica Tello-Toriz, 28, 2200 block of North Springfield, Chicago, was arrested at 11:50 p.m. June 12 in the 7200 block of Milwaukee for no valid driver’s license.
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Fidel Quiroz, 40, 400 block of Bridle Trail, Wheeling, was arrested at 4:26 a.m. June 13 in the 9600 block of Milwaukee for DUIalcohol.
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Dariusz J. Smyk, 45, 7800 block of Nordica, Niles, was arrested at 2:41 a.m. June 14 in the 7700 block of Nordica for criminal damage to property.
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Joseph F. Ruzicka, 23, 5400 block of North Wellington, Chicago, was arrested at 3:16 p.m. June 16 in the 5600 block of Touhy for retail theft.
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Lauren A. Talaber, 35, 6237 Kirschoff, Rosemont, was arrested at 8:03 p.m. June 16 at Touhy and Lehigh for driving under the influence of alcohol and failure to reduce speed to prevent an accident.
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Lisa M. Galasinski, 30, 0-100 block of Dartmouth Court, Lincolnshire, was arrested at 8:15 p.m. June 16 in the 8500 block of Golf Road for retail theft.
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seamless transition to the position of chief of police and is highly respected by the village leadership team,” he added. McEnerney joined the department in 1978, and has carried out a variety of assignments, including patrol, investigations and internal affairs. He also served as deputy chief for the department’s investigations division and was NORTAF Major Crimes Task Force commander, a position he was chosen for by 13 local police chiefs in 2002.
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Francisco M. Tobias, 47, 0-100 block of North Merrill Street, Park Ridge, was arrested at 8:40 p.m. June 8 in the 0-199 block of North Merrill Street for domestic battery.
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James K. Morgan, 32, 5500 block of North Rockwell, Chicago, was arrested at 12:06 a.m. June 10 at Oakton and Busse for DUI of alcohol, improper right turn and no valid insurance.
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Johnson B. Filani, 29, 1700 block of Lake Street, Evanston, was arrested at 4:26 p.m. June 9 in the 900 block of North Fairview Avenue for DUI-alcohol, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, driving in wrong lane and defective front windshield.
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Esther Martinez, 59, 8800 block of Robin Drive, Des Plaines, was arrested at 12:56 p.m. June 12 at Dempster and Robin
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for no valid driver’s license and improper lane usage. Roberto Rivera, 25, 2300 block North Mason, Chicago, was arrested at 4:49 p.m. June 12 in the 1100 block of West Touhy for no valid driver’s license/driver’s license not on person and failure to signal when required.
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Kiev Thi Duong, 51, 8500 block of St. Louis, Skokie, was arrested at 7:30 a.m. June 13 in the
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200 block of South Vine for improper lane usage and leaving the scene of an accident.
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Anthony Nitti, 41, 500 block of Summit, Park Ridge, was arrested at 11:18 p.m. June 13 in the 500 block of Summit for domestic battery.
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Fourth of July Parade and Celebration. The village of Niles Fourth of July Parade will step off from Notre Dame College Prep at 9 a.m. The parade will feature local groups and organizations, as well as marching bands from around the country. The parade route starts at Notre Dame College Prep and ends at Grennan Heights at approximately 11 a.m., where residents can join the after parade Fourth of July festivities provided by the Niles Park District. Morton Grove Days Parade and Fireworks. Parade kicks off on Dempster and Central at 2:30 p.m. and features floats, marching bands, drum corps and patriotic entries. Fireworks show, presented by the Morton Grove Park District, begins when the sun goes down in Harrer Park, 6250 W. Dempster St. For more information, visit www.mortongrovedays.org. Centennial Fourth ofJuly Party. 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. at Centennial Aquatic Center, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge. Celebrate the holiday with some old
fashion pool games at this family friendly event. Compete in a water balloon toss and family fun relays. Adults can even participate in cannon ball contests. For more information, visit www.prparks.org.
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The White Saddle Band. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Oak Park on Lee and Ottawa in Niles. The band will play a variety of country and many musical favorites for your listening pleasure. Children will enjoy playing penny carnival games created by Niles Park District Campers. The Niles Park District offers the free family concerts. Food will be available for a nominal fee. No dogs or alcoholic beverages allowed in park. Concerts are weather permitting. For more information, visit www.nilesparks.org. Family Campfire. 7 - 9 p.m. at Wildwood Nature Center, 529 Forestview Ave, Park Ridge. The entire family will enjoy the peaceful night air while sitting around a fire listening to stories, singing songs, and making everyone’s favorite - s’mores! Enjoy a night hike around the pond. Flashlights are not needed, but feel free to bring a blanket or chair to sit on. $15 fee per family. For more information or to register, visit www.prparks.org.
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Movies in the Park–Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2. 8 - 10 p.m. at the Main Park Leisure Center, 2701 W. Sibley St., Park Ridge. Come early for concessions and face painting. This free event is for all ages. For more information, visit www.prparks.org.
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The Big Greek Food Fest of Niles. Event takes place at Holy Taxiarhai and St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church, 7373 Caldwell Ave., Niles. The Big Greek Food Fest features authentic Greek food, Greek pastries, live music, kids corner, crafts, face painting, imported Greek wines, Greek taverna, and more. Admission: $2, $1 for seniors, free before 5 p.m. For more information, visit www. biggreekfoodfestofniles.org.
JULY 17
Cruisin’ Park Ridge. 6-9 p.m. in the Park Ridge Public Library parking lot on Prospect and Summit avenues. The free monthly shows feature classic cars, live music, a children’s car bounce house, vendors, food, drinks, and more. For more information, visit www.parkridgechamber.org. Associates Band. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Oak Park on Lee and Ottawa in Niles. The interactive Associates Band, a
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Midwest premiere Motown and variety band plays for your entertainment. While enjoying the music take a look or sit in the Niles Park District and Village of Niles large vehicles for your family to explore. Niles Police Department will also be offering free car safety seat inspections by a certified technician during the concert. The Niles Park District offers the free Summer Concerts at Oak Park. Food will be available for a nominal fee. No dogs or alcoholic beverages allowed in park. Concerts are weather permitting. For more information, visit www.nilesparks.org. Movie After Dark – Cars. 8:30 p.m. at Oak Park on Lee and Ottawa in Niles. Watch the movie “Cars” under the stars on the Niles Park District’s big screen. Food will be available for purchase. Free. For more information, visit www. niles-parks.org.
JULY 23-25
Summer Family Carnival. Four full days of fun. Enjoy rides, games and new this year, a food and beverage area and daily wristband special. Join the Park Ridge Park District Sunday evening to watch the band 7th Heaven perform music to entertain the whole family. For more information, visit www.prparks.org.
JULY 24
Down Home Family Fun & Soda. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Oak Park on Lee and Ottawa in Niles. Down Home Family Fun will be happening at Oak Park. Children can take a pony and tractor pulled wagon ride and enjoy a petting farm. Soda Band presents an all-ages show with enough audience participation to keep the kids engaged and plenty of good ol’ rock and roll to please everyone. The Niles Park District offers the free Summer Concerts at Oak Park. Food will be available for a nominal fee. No dogs or alcoholic beverages allowed in park. Concerts are weather permitting. For more information, visit www.niles-parks.org.
JULY 31
Party in the Park & Sting Rays. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Oak Park on Lee and Ottawa in Niles. Down Home Family Fun will be happening at Oak Park. Face painting and a balloon artist will delight children of all ages while The Sting Rays will fill the park with a variety of everyone’s favorite music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s popular hits. The Niles Park District offers the free Summer Concerts at Oak Park. Food will be available for a nominal fee. No dogs or alcoholic beverages allowed in park. Concerts are weather permitting. For more information, visit www.niles-parks.org.
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all-area volleyball
To the next level Benet senior uses hard work, motivation to earn POY honors
By Scott Taylor sports editor
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Last year, Benet’s Mark Schuessler failed to make the ESCC AllConference squad as a junior. That helped motivated him in the offseason to take things to the next level. That, he did. Schuessler, a 6-foot, 7-inch outside hitter for the Redwings, finished the season with 457 kills, 131 digs, 29 blocks and 43 aces. He was also the ESCC Player of the Year and led the Redwings to a regional championship and nearly a sectional win, totaling nearly 60 kills in the two matches. For his accomplishments, Schuessler is the Voyager Media Boys Volleyball Player of the Year. “It was one of the best seasons I have ever had,” Schuessler said. “In club this year I had one of the best coaches I’ve ever had. I feel like I improved a lot from last year where I wasn’t even all-conference. I feel like my confidence was never down. I always played liked my next swing was for the game.” “Mark is an outstanding allaround player who dominates from every position on the court,” said Benet coach Amy Van Eekeren. “His athleticism and versatility make him difficult to defend. His impressive kills from the both front and back row, combined with his killer jump serve, make him a force to be reckoned with.” While Schuessler was strong
throughout the year, it was his playoff run against some of the state’s top competition, which put him over the top. He was the go-to hitter for Benet in a pair of three-set matches in the playoffs. “Every time I see that we’re in a tight spot, I tell them to set me,” Schuessler said. “I know I am going to be able to pull it out.” Here are the rest of the members of the Voyager Media All-Area team:
Tony Allen Senior libero for JCA tallied 407 digs and 40 aces on the season.
Brandon Baranski Junior outside hitter from Minooka, he posted 384 kills, 43 blocks and 26 aces. “He was a captain and a leader who heavily contributed to our offense this season,” said Minooka coach Janel Grzetich. “He led the team in kills and was named to our conference’s All-Conference Team.”
Gian Bobila One of the few question marks that Maine East had going into the 2015 season was whether Bobila, a senior, could take over for all-conference setter Leonard David after David graduated in 2014. Bobila erased any doubts by amassing 654 assists, earning all-CSL North honors and helping the Demons to a recordsetting campaign that included a regional championship. “He played a ton in summer and
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Benet’s Mark Schuessler is the Voyager Media Volleyball Player of the Year.
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maine east’s lerin mathew is a member of the all-area volleyball team. all-area | from paGe 7
A two-year captain for Joliet West, the outside hitter posted 342 kills, 172 digs, 15 blocks and 41 aces. “He carried us to a regional title with 18 and 19 kills on back to back nights,” said West coach Jason Herrmann. “He carried us to a regional title with 18 and 19 kills on back to back nights,” said West coach Jason Herrmann.
after playing both outside and middle in 2014. He netted 228 kills (second on the team) to go along with 42, digs, 34 aces and a team-high 81 blocks. An all-ESCC performer and three-year starter, Kleiser made alltournament teams at the Marist, Argo and Benet invites. “He always put the team first,” said Benet coach Amy Van Eekeren. “He brought experience and consistency to our team this year and is an outstanding athlete with great jumping ability. “He put the ball away with a lot of force.”
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The 6-2 senior co-captain played middle hitter exclusively this season
Tallied 197 kills, 65 blocks and 35 aces for Romeoville.
learned the offense and gained a ton of confidence,” said Maine East coach Jon Kulesza.
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leriN MatheW Maine East coach Jon Kulesza doesn’tmincewordswhendiscussing the impact Mathew, a senior outside hitter, had on Maine East’s volleyball program, and him as a coach. “I’ve been a head coach for 19 years and he’s the most dynamic volleyball player I’ve coached in those years,” he said. “He’s one of the elite outside attackers in the area. The native of India holds school records for career kills (709) and single-season kills (295), the latter total which he set this season. He also was name the CSL North Player of the Year. “He just had a great feel for the
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Colin Michels Downers North’s reliable threeyear varsity starting libero and cocaptain piled up a team-leading 339 digs with a 84 percent dig percentage, 3.9 digs per set, a 96 percent receive percentage, and had a 2.21 serve-receive average and 15 aces. “Colin was a great vocal force and had ball-control skills ahead of his time,” said Downers North coach Mark Wasik.
with a 40 percent kill percentage, 43 aces and 178 digs. “He attacks in all phases of the game, whether hitting, serving or defending,” Cole added. “Offensively, he has the power and finesse to be a dominant outside hitter. Defensively, he reads attacks extremely well, and makes the difficult plays look routine.”
blocks for points, 21 aces, 2.24 servereceive average and 105 digs. “Liam was our X-factor as a sixrotation player,” said Downers North coach Mark Wasik. “When he was on, we were on as a team and were able to compete with the best teams in the state.”
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Rogman, a Plainfield Central junior, posted 321 kills, 174 blocks and 37 aces. “He has emerged on the scene as arguably the best middle in the state for the 2016 class,” Hurlburt said. “His blocking and attacking presence in the middle has been a big reason for the success of PCHS this season.”
Setter and Joliet West captain tallied 745 assists, 14 aces and 50 blocks for the regional champions. “He is our general on the court, a player that always has a competitive edge,” said Herrmann.
The Plainfield Central senior setter had 835 assists, 97 blocks and 48 aces for the Wildcats. “Noah Randall is one of the best setters in the state, and has shown that by leading the Plainfield Central Wildcats to one of their best seasons,” Central coach Alex Hurburt said. “Noah is looking forward to continuing his career playing in the competitive MIVA conference at Quincy University next season.”
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O’Neill, a junior outside hitter for Notre Dame, is, in coach Patrick Cole’s words, “A dynamic allaround player.” During the 2015 season, O’Neill registered 217 kills
Junior for JCA posted 490 kills, 32 aces and 30 blocks.
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Liam Reidy The senior outside hitter totaled 296 kills for regional finalist Downers North this season, and had 12 matches in which he recorded double digits in kills. A two-year starter, Reidy also contributed 35
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Will Tischler The 6-7 senior outside hitter will be playing for two-time defending national champion Loyola next spring. Tischler, an integral part of Downers South’s 2013 state championship squad, recorded 338 kills, 70 block-kills, 170 digs and 46 aces for the Mustangs this season. “He has matured as a player,” said DGS coach Kurt Steuer. “His skill-set got better each and every year. That has allowed him to become player he was at high school level. He showed great leadership this year.”
Luke Van Eck He tallied 217 kills, 28 aces, 52 blocks and 172 digs for Joliet West during the Tigers’ run to a regional title.
Evan Walsh The Carthage College-bound Walsh was Maine South’s go-to outside hitter, racking up 322 kills. Walsh was a three-year starter and two-time all-CSL South team member. He added 237 digs, 22 aces and 66 blocks. “Evan is a true competitor who brings his best to the court,” said Maine South coach Gary Granell. “He is someone other teams know they have to contain in order to
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be successful. It will be difficult to replace a player like Evan, but he has left the younger players a standard to strive for.”
Jon Wheaton Lockport senior tallied 143 kills, 77.5 blocks and 33 digs. He is killed the ball at a 41.1 percent on the season. He was part of the Marist Invite All-Tournament Team.
Gage Wuestenfeld Wuestenfeld totaled 386 kills, 89 blocks and 48 aces this season and was the go-to hitter for Plainfield Central. “Whether in the front or back row, Gage has had a huge impact on the offense, and has clearly been one of the top hitters in the state,” Hurlburt said. Mark Gregory and Mike Sandrolini contributed
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Men’s soccer reloads, ready to defend title Three Maine South grads among 21 recruits to Oakton Oakton Community College men’s soccer team, the defending Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference (ISCC) champions, hit “blackjack” by recruiting 21 players committed for the 2015 season. One of the “aces” of that class is Francisco Arellano, a standout defender from Wheeling High
School. As a senior, Arellano was team captain for the Wildcats and tallied 14 points (six goals, two assists). He helped anchor a defense that posted eight shutouts in 2014 for the MidSuburban East League title winners and also garnered numerous postseason soccer
awards in his final season for the Wildcats. Arellano, the Mid-Suburban League East Player of the Year, was also named to the Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association All-State Team, MidSuburban League All-Conference Team, and Daily Herald Northwest All-Area Team. Another stellar recruit includes forward Tony Mosqueda (Leland High School, Michigan). A three-year starter at Leland, Mosqueda led the Comets to a
20-4-1 record in 2014. Other incoming players include goalkeepers Erik Sanetra (Maine South) and Luis Sedano (Steinmetz College Prep); defender Sebastian Bielecki (Maine South); and midfielders Daniel Silva (Maine West), Charlie Tolayo (Foreman High School), Maksym Andronenkov (Maine South), Armin Ogorinac (Mather High School), Aiden Donaldson (Sir Wilfrid Laurier Collegiate Institute, Scarborough, Ontario), and Zohaib Khaliq (St. Roch
Secondary School, Brambton, Ontario). “We’ve been fortunate to put together what is top to bottom the strongest recruiting class we’ve ever had,” said Steve Brody, Oakton men’s head coach, who enters his 16th year at the helm of the College team. “These players bring a skill level and athleticism that makes each one a potential starter.” Brody’s team opens the season at home against Malcolm X College on Sunday, August 23.
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You need something that matters doing this, you’ll be Dear Dave, taking the first steps My wife and I are in our toward making these twenties. We have no debt things reality. When you and $50,000 in the bank. Our have something specific income is $90,000 a year, that you want money to and we’re cautious to live on do, it gives you a reason less than we make. Still, we to make it behave. can’t seem to get motivated Dave Says money advice by God calls us to manage to make a budget. How can dave ramsey well the resources He we get inspired to do this? gives us, so that we’re able Isaac to do good things for His kingdom Dear Isaac, Two of the biggest motivators and His people. Broke people can’t we have are pain and pleasure. give, so my advice would be to use Financially, you guys don’t have any your talents and resources for the pain. You’re killing it! So, we’re going good of others. —Dave to have to figure out something Dear Dave, associated with pleasure. My husband and I work and live I think you need to look for something bigger than money in an RV. The vehicle is paid for and to push you. You guys need to I’d like to upgrade to a larger one, ask yourselves, “What are we but that would mean taking out a saving for?” On a bigger scale, ask $30,000 loan. We have $30,000 in yourselves, “What can we do with savings, including our emergency fund, and we make $55,000 a year. this money?” It sounds to me like you both What are your thoughts? Renee realize money can’t be the goal. And that’s a good thing. You guys Dear Renee, I think what you’re doing with are obviously smart, gifted people. I’m sure you have ideas and goals, your lives is kind of cool. But I can’t dreams and desires. Talk about advise financing something that them and write them down. By will go down in value as quickly
as an RV. I wouldn’t even do it on the basis that it’s going to be your primary residence. Let’s look at things from a different angle. First of all, I think your emergency fund is a little high. I recommend three to six months of expenses, and on a household income of $55,000, holding $20,000 in reserve would be a lot. If you kept $15,000 in the bank, that would leave you with $15,000. If you’re talking about a $30,000 upgrade, you’d only need to save up another $15,000. See where I’m going with this? With a little patience and planning, you can have your upgrade in the not-too-distant future and still have the peace of mind that goes with knowing you have a reasonable emergency fund sitting in the bank! —Dave
Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times bestselling books. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8.5 million listeners each week on more than 550 radio stations. Dave’s latest project, EveryDollar, provides a free online budget tool. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.
hawks | from page 1 To accommodate fans heading to Chicago, area transportation agencies modified their schedules. The Chicago Transit Authority increased service on all “L” lines, including the Blue Line – the closest line to both Park Ridge and Niles. Metra also made arrangements for fans, adding extra trains before and after the celebrations. For the Union Pacific Northwest Line, which serves Park Ridge, Metra added an extra morning train that made all stops between Des Plaines and Chicago. For the Milwaukee District North Line, which serves Morton Grove, Metra added two morning trains. While Metra ran several express trains in the afternoon, none of them stopped in either Park Ridge or Morton Grove. To speed up boarding and ticketing, Metra allowed riders to buy $5 unlimited-ride, oneday passes valid only for June 18.
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Although the rain persisted as Smith and other Park Ridge riders arrived in Chicago, it subsided by 9 a.m. The celebration began with a parade that started in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, at the intersection of Washington Boulevard and Racine Avenue, continued east on Washington, turned south at Des Plaines Street and continued north on Monroe Street until it reached Michigan Avenue. The celebration continued with an 11 a.m. rally at Soldier Field. Park Ridge fans who attended the parade said they enjoyed the experience. “It was great,” said Jeremy Starzec. “There were just so many people. [My friends and I] were all very excited to celebrate our team.” Austin Mose said the Blackhawks’ win and celebration is shared by fans throughout Chicagoland. “It’s really cool to see people from different suburbs and stuff brought together by this,” he said.
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Niles Senior Center For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, call the Niles Senior Center at 5888420 or visit www.vniles.com.
Meals on Wheels Drivers needed Looking for adults 18 and over to volunteer for one hour/ week to help deliver meals to the homebound. Call the senior center at 847-588-8420 for details.
Issues in the News • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays This class is led by long time leader of this program, Arlene Golub. Group discusses broad spectrum of what is occurring locally and worldwide. Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued.
Rhythm Band members needed Keep a beat or sing along! Everyone is welcome to join this fun band. Call 847-588-8420 for more information.
Weekly Dinner & Movie Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Dinner is served and movie begins at 5:15 p.m. Registration required. • June 30 – Black or White $5M/$7.50NM Pizza, Soda &
Dessert will be served. • July 7 – The Imitation Game $2M/$3NM Hot Dog, Chips & Dessert will be served. • July 14 – Whiplash $5M/$7.50NM Pizza, Soda & Dessert will be served.
Tea & Tunes July 8, 10 a.m., $9M/$13.50NM Enjoy the morning by listening to music performed by Jim Kendros. We will have a variety of teas, and finger sandwiches for you to enjoy. Jim will perform Great American Romance Film Music.
Park Ridge Centennial Activity Center For further information on any senior center activities, call the registration office at 847-6923597.
Table Tennis Tournament June 29, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sign up for a competitive afternoon of Table Tennis. Rule packets will be given at the time of registration or upon request. This is a doubles tournament, please register with a partner. Fee includes individual registration, refreshments and prizes to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Fee $8 Member/$10 Guest.
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Saving America’s Scenic Wonders July 7, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. RJ Lindsey presents Stephen T. Mather, founding director of the National Park Service, a dramatic story of saving the parks from congressional neglect, ruthless loggers and greedy developers. When an illegal sawmill in Glacier Park refused to close down, Mather blew it up with some handy charges of TNT. Breakfast is catered before this explosive presentation. Fee is $17 Member/$19 Guest.
Beginning Bridge Lessons July 15-Aug. 26, 1-3 p.m. Learn or brush up on your skills of this classic game. Class is taught by a bridge master. Fee is $75 Member/$83 Guest.
Day Trip: The Bikinis at Pheasant Run Resort July 16, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Back together after 20 years, the hit 60’s girl group the Bikinis is ready to relive their fun in the sun, revive their Jersey Girl heydays, and rekindle their long lost friendships. Celebrate the good ‘ole days with “It’s in His Kiss”, “I Will Survive”, “Under the Boardwalk.” Transportation, lunch and the show are included. Lunch includes your choice of Pan Seared Chicken Dijon, Baked Salmon Mediterranean, or Spinach Gnocchi Alforno. Departs from the Centennial
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Frank J. Sergot, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War II and a Purple Heart recipient for injuries sustained in the Battle for Iwo Jima. Frank was the beloved husband of Casey, nee Sieczkowski; loving father of Michael (Kampong), Christine (Allen) Sergot-Bending, Mark (Cynthia), Scott and Matthew (Wendy); cherished grandfather of Olivia and Ava; and dearest brother-inlaw of Lillian Tweedy, James Sieczkowski and Eugene Sieczkowski. Visitation was Wednesday from 3-9 p.m. at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N.
Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Funeral is scheduled for Thursday at 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Frank was a Charter Member of the FDR American Legion Post # 923 and Fourth Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus North American Martyrs. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the FDR Post # 923 will be appreciated. For more information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www. skajafuneralhomes.com. For more information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes.com.
Lloyd A. Erickson
Lloyd A. Erickson, age 82, the beloved husband of Carolyn, nee Templeman, and loving father of Gregory (Patricia) and David. Visitation was June 17 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Funeral was June 18 at 11 a.m. Interment at Maryhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Lung Association are appreciated.
For more information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes.com.
Joseph Zicarelli
Joseph Zicarelli, 82, Niles, the beloved husband of Gilda, nee Pisello; loving father of Carmela Dapper and Fred (Kathy) Zicarelli; and cherished papa of Katie, Victoria, Alexandra, Anthony and Liliana. Visitation was June 12 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Funeral was June 13 at 8:45 a.m. with 9:30 a.m. Mass at Saint Juliana Church. Entombment at All Saints Mausoleum. For more information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes.com.
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Chicago Crime Tour July 22, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Escape into Chicago’s underworld on a crime and mob tour with Chicago Crime Tours. Some of the world’s most famous criminals, mobsters and gangsters bamboozled their way through Chicago. Sit comfortably on a climate controlled bus and enjoy sightseeing famous Chicago crime scenes from the 19th century through modern times. Before our tour enjoy lunch at Ditka’s; with your choice of Lake Perch, Meatloaf Stack or Chicken Milanese. Our trip concludes with a stop at Garrett’s Popcorn. Transportation, lunch, and tour included. Departs from the Centennial Activity Center.
Register in advance, registration deadline is July 10. Fee is $85 Member/$93 Guest.
Morton Grove Senior Center
The village of Morton Grove provides an exciting variety of educational classes, activities and day-trips for older adults. New activities are added to the expanding calendar all the time. More information at www. mortongroveil.org or by calling 847-663-3070.
Health and Wellness Programs A variety of Health and Wellness Programs are available for Morton Grove residents. Please note that some programs require registration.
Social Services The Village’s Social Worker can provide social service assistance to those in need. The Social Worker can be reached at 847663-3072.
Senior Check Up and Emergency Response Programs Postal Carrier Watch The Department of Family and Senior Services partners with the Morton Grove Post Office to provide seniors a service called Postal Carrier Watch. Emergency Response Systems An emergency response system is a communication device, which is linked with an emergency center staffed by trained professionals.
Caregiver Support Group Are you charged with caring for an older adult, spouse, or partner? Join other caregivers to discuss your issues and concerns. The meetings center around caregivers and participants can openly discuss their own situations in a supportive, nonjudgmental atmosphere. The Caregiver Support Group meets the fourth Wednesday of every month from 10-11:30 a.m. All family caregivers are welcome to attend. For more information
call the Village Social Worker at 847-663-3072.
Senior Center Activities The village of Morton Grove provides an exciting variety of educational classes, activities and day-trips for older adults. New activities are added to the expanding calendar all the time, so anyone interested in more information regarding these clubs and learning opportunities can get more information by visiting www.mortongroveil.org.
Kemnitz Center Come visit the Kemnitz Center, the newest gathering place for active adults age 55 and better. The center is located at 8350 N.
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Greenwood in Niles, just north of Oakton Avenue and adjacent to Our Lady of Ransom Church. The Kemnitz Center is an independent, regional center which offers many classes and activities, including exercise and nutrition classes, computer classes, tap classes, and opera and art classes. The center also has health and wellness screenings, notary and social services, trips, luncheons and entertainment, coin and genealogy clubs, cards and games, and much more. Annual memberships are $45 for singles and $68 for couples. Members include residents of Niles, Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Chicago, Glenview and Norridge. Stop by for a tour of the facility. Call 847-692-1992 with questions or to reserve spots for events and activities.
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