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yard waste and leaf Pickup update Yard waste pickup continues through December 12, 2019. Leaf pickup runs from October 15 to December 7. Place leaves in the street against the curb and away from parked cars the night before your scheduled refuse pick-up day. Do not include other landscape debris in leaf piles, as the Village will only pick up leaves. All other landscape debris must be bagged or bundled with a yard waste sticker.
Be alarmed It is important to have enough smoke alarms in your home. Fire research has demonstrated that with today’s modern furnishings, fires can spread much more rapidly than in the past when more natural materials were used. Because of this, having a sufficient number of properly located smoke alarms is essential to maximize the amount of available escape time. “Be Alarmed!” is a fire safety education and smoke alarm installation program administered cooperatively between the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance (IFSA) and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM). The program distributes fire safety education materials and 10-year sealed battery ionization technology smoke alarms to fire departments in the state of Illinois. The fire departments then deliver the education and install smoke alarms in residential dwellings within their communities. Although this program is available to residential dwelling only, The Morton Grove Fire Department will be happy to assist or direct landlords and businesses with any compliance questions or concerns. The Morton Grove Fire Department is excited to take part in the “Be Alarmed” program. It is our goal to ensure that all
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residents of Morton Grove are adequately protected by the proper quantity and installation of residential smoke alarms. What is more exciting is that the program is FREE to eligible residential dwellings. It is simple to enroll in the program and smoke alarm installation is provided by the Morton Grove Firefighters – free.
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students visit Partner school in germany; Completing 7th exchange
This summer, 25 District 219 students traveled to Germany to participate in the 7th international exchange with partner school Schönborn Gymnasium, located outside of Heidelberg. Students enjoyed a 10-day host stay with their exchange partner and family and ended the trip with an extension tour into Salzburg, at the foothills of the Austrian Alps. D219 German students developed close relationships with their German exchange partners when the group visited Niles West and North in October 2018; this summer’s trip to Germany completed the second half of the exchange. Students were accompanied by North German teacher Tom Neal, West German teacher Joe Neumayer, and West French teacher Leslie Natzke. While in Germany, students visited Schönborn Gymnasium and participated in trips to the Black Forest and France, as well as outings to local towns and destinations. On one sun-filled day, students spent the day at a beach where they water-skied, wake-boarded, and kneeboarded. Students enjoyed beach volleyball and a grill party, where Neumayer grilled bratwurst, pork, and chicken on a traditional “schwenkgrill.” “I’d say I’m an avid griller, but this was certainly something new to me,” stated Neumayer. “On a schwenkgrill, the meat swings over the flames on a large circular grill grate hanging down from a gigantic tripod. It was wild.” Another crowd pleaser was the Ritter Sport chocolate factory, where students spent lots of Euros purchasing delicious German chocolate at fabulous prices.
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Moving forward with City’s New Comprehensive Plan
City also gets a seat on the onCC fly Quiet Committee
With one workshop down, two community polls complete, and more than 1,200 responses compiled, it is now time to shape and prioritize recommendations for Park Ridge’s Draft Comprehensive Plan. Join us when we meet on Tuesday, October 15 at the O’Connor Community Building from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to share your thoughts.
notebook/tablet, converter boxes, fax machines, keyboards, mouse, MP3 players, portable digital assistants, printers, satellite receivers, televisions, video game consoles, video recorders/players, and zip drives. Not Accepted: Dehumidifiers, humidifiers, calculators, camcorders, cameras, air conditioners, vacuum cleaners, refrigerators, large appliances, copiers, postage machines, power tools and cords, microwaves, small household appliances such as blenders and toasters, telephones, shredders, stereo equipment, answering machines, typewriters, scanners, and lead acid batteries.
recycling event to be held at the service City gets a seat on Center on oct. 19 the onCC fly Quiet On Saturday, October 19, the City Committee
of Park Ridge and the Chamber of Commerce will host a Document Destruction and Electronics Recycling event at the Public Works Service Center, 400 Busse Highway from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This event is sponsored by SWANCC. To assist the Chamber of Commerce with its community projects and recycling efforts, a $5 donation is being requested, for which residents will receive a $5 coupon to use at select businesses for purchases made of $20 or more. Accepted Electronics: cable receivers, CD and DVD players, cell phones, computer cables, computer monitors, computers - desktop/
O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission Chair and Mayor of Mount Prospect Arlene Juracek, with the approval of the Executive Committee, appointed the City of Park Ridge to fill a vacancy on the Fly Quiet Committee following the resignation of City of Chicago Ward 41 representative, Catherine Dunlap, from the ONCC. The ONCC Fly Quiet Committee consists of 11 members of the ONCC. Members of the Committee are appointed by the ONCC Chair subject to approval of the Executive Committee. Fly Quiet Committee membership is intended to repre-
sent all geographic quadrants surrounding the airport. The Committee is working to develop a new Fly Quiet nighttime noise abatement program. According to Mayor Maloney, “I would like to thank Mayor Juracek and the Committee for providing this opportunity to the City of Park Ridge. We look forward to working within the committee to achieve positive results for the residents of Park Ridge and all of the communities that ring the airport.” Feel your best - Learn to manage stress The Park Ridge Community Health Commission presents Feel your best - Learn to Manage Stress, which includes a panel of mental health experts to discuss the stages of stress and anxiety, as well as ways to manage stress levels in everyday life. We welcome your attendance to Feel your Best - Learn to Manage Stress on Thursday, October 10 from 7 -8:30 p.m. at the Park Ridge Public Library in the first floor meeting room. A panel of mental health professionals will be present to talk about stress and anxiety and how to manage it. Our presenters include Danielle Carlton, LMFT and Director of Business Development at Chicago Behavioral Hospital, Dr. Patrick B. McGrath, PhD, Clinical Director, Anxiety Services at AMITA Health and Geri Silic, LCSW, of the Park Ridge Police Department.
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Things to consider when choosing high school Public schools, private/religious institutions and specialty and vocational schools may have different assets that set them apart Planning ahead for the future often involves having a strong educational foundation upon which a secure and financially rewarding career can be built. While many students and families give ample thought to where they will attend college, taking such an approach to high school can be beneficial as well. High school is a critical time in a child’s life. Many students simply attend their local public high schools, even if that school may not be the best fit for the student. It behooves families to investigate other possibilities they have to ensure teenagers end up in the right academic environment during high school. Public schools, private/religious institutions and specialty and vocational schools may have different assets that set them apart. Therefore, students and their parents can look at various factors to determine which
an intimate setting may bring others out of their shells.
5. Consider religious affiliations. Many families like a faith-based program, and religious schools often blend faith into their curriculum.
school will present them with the right environment and tools for success.
6. Pay attention to finanCes. 1. identify needs and wants.
Tuition costs can impact which school a student attends.
Have a frank discussion as a family regarding what the student is looking to get out of the high school experience, as well as which settings help him or her learn the best.
7. maP the sChool loCation. Decisions also can be based on how close a school may be. Long commutes can eat into extracurricular activities or family time.
2. look at Programs offered. Schools vary in their offerings. Comprehensive high schools offer a smorgasbord of courses to appeal to as many students as possible. Magnet or specialty schools may have specialized focuses, such as STEM, communications, business, or art.
3. how muCh College PreP is desired? While most schools offer advanced placement courses that can translate
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school decisions also can be based on the activities that help develop well-rounded students. athletes may seek schools with strong sports programs, for example. into college credit, some offer specialty tracks that enable high school students to earn a high school diploma and associates degree concurrently.
4. CheCk out CamPus siZe. The number of students on campus and teacher-to-student ratio can affect how some students learn. Social kids may like big schools, while
8. what CluBs and aCtivities are offered? School decisions also can be based on the activities that help develop well-rounded students. Athletes may seek schools with strong sports programs, for example. Students can explore all possibilities in their local areas and beyond when determining where to attend high school.
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OCTOBER 10 BOLINGBROOK sPooky string art. 6:30-8 p.m. Bolingbrook Fountaindale Library. Make your very own spook-tacular wooden sign using nails and colorful string. Grades 6–12. OCTOBER 10 CREST HILL true Crime Book CluB: the serial killer whisPerer. 6-7 p.m. White Oak Library District Crest Hill Branch Meeting room C. Do you listen, read, and watch information on true crime, serial killers, and unsolved mysteries? Do other people look at you like you’re a nut when you tell them to, “Stay sexy and don’t get murdered”? The True Crime Book Club is the place for you to meet like-minded OCTOBER 10 LOCKPORT felt PumPkins. 6:30-8 p.m. White Oak Library Lockport Branch. Join us to learn the art of needle felting! Create an adorable, soft sculpture by needle felting wool into a pumpkin. Participants will learn beginner felting techniques to create a pumpkin with either fall detail or jack-o-lantern detail. This is a great introduction to needle felting, no prior experience required! OCTOBER 11 DOWNERS GROVE sPeCters & sPirits. 7 p.m. start time. Downers Grove Museum. Join us for a spirited exploration of the allegedly haunted Downers Grove Museum while enjoying a spook-filled evening of some adult fun. Enjoy a drink around a bonfire, and watch paranormal investigations, before going on one of four half hour searches for signs of spirits with paranormal experts David Scott and John Stephens of IPRA Strong while they demonstrate paranormal detection equipment and conduct paranormal investigations. Fee includes light appetizers and a non-alcoholic beverage. Wine, beer (ID required) and additional nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. OCTOBER 11 NILES horror trivia night. 4-6 p.m. Niles Maine District Library. Join us in the Teen Underground for an extra spooky trivia night and see if you have what it takes to be crowned Master of Horror. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. OCTOBER 12 LISLE sCareCrow sCramBle. 3-9pm Lisle Community Park, Route 53 & Short Street. Help us raise money for a great cause and make a difference in someone’s life. Register today and run or walk to help us provide recreation scholarships to low-income families who do not have the means to participate in recreation activities, and the Lisle Teens with Character Program. This event is a USATF certified race winding through slightly hilly paths of Lisle Community Park lit gently by luminaria for safety. It is more than a race, it is a family event with music, food & drinks, hayrides, costume contest, fun family games, face painting, balloon artist, crafters, vendors and more! GeNeRAL MANAGeR Vice President - Advertising & Marketing AndREw SAMAAn 815-436-2431 ext. 104 andrew@buglenewspapers.com
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notre dame beats montini to move to 6-0 on the year By mark gregory editorial director
@Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com It is easy to look at the success of Notre Dame football and look in the offensive backfield at junior quarterback Anthony Sales and senior running back Julian Schurr. While the talented offense is a key component to the success of the Dons, the defense has been stout this year. Led by senior Anthony Ranallo, the Notre Dame defense has allowed an average of 8.2 points per game this season and let up less than that last week in a 28-7 win over Montini Catholic. Ranallo posted nine tackles for a defense that held Montini to less than 70 yards rushing for the game. “Anthony is our leader since January and when Anthony says something, things get done. You gotta have a guy like that, whether it’s in the locker room, the weight room or on the field. The kids believe in him,” said Notre Dame coach Mike Hennessey. “The defense played great in the game and they have played great throughout the season. We have fast, tough kids and we are playing really good, really smart football. Coach (Dan) DeFranza devises a tremendous game plan and the kids believe in it and execute it.” The play of the defense has even impressed Sayles, who not only has a sideline view during games, but is challenged by them in practice. “I am out of words for our defense, they do it time and time again. Coach DeFranza is a great guy and he always has those guys ready,” Sayles said. Sayles, a starter last year as a
sophomore has grown into a player that has led the Notre Dame offense this season. Coupled with Schurr, the tandem make every snap a must watch. “I have to thank coach Hennessey for bringing me up last year and making me the starter, it gave me the experience, confidence and poise for these kind of moments,” Sayles said. Sayles ended the contest against Montini completing 12 of 23 passes for 120 yards, while Schurr posted 104 yards on 24 carries and three touchdowns. The win came in the first-ever match-up between Notre Dame and Montini, as the teams faced off in the second game of the newly formed Chicago Catholic League/East Suburban Catholic Conference Green Division match-up. “We had this game eyed on the calendar since the beginning and it is the first time we have played them in school history and we wanted to leave them with a good impression,” Sayles said. Notre Dame is the lone ESCC team in the Green Division that features Montini, Providence and St. Rita and 17 combined state championships. The Dons lead the league to this point, holding a 2-0 mark in conference and 6-0 record overall. “We saw the CCL/ESCC merger and we loved the opportunity to play all of these great schools – we have never played Montini in school history and we made a statement,” Ranallo said. “We just wish we played Loyola.” If Notre Dame keeps playing this way, a match-up with Loyola could happen in the IHSA Class 8A state playoffs.
notre dame remained undefeated with a win over montini Catholic.
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Column >> dave says
Debt is not a mathematics problem dear dave, I’ve heard lots of different theories and recommendations when it comes to paying off debt. Why do you advise paying off debts from smallest to largest?
marlee dear marlee, A lot of people wonder the same thing when I bring up the debt snowball. Some think paying off the debt with highest interest rate first is the best approach. This may seem to make sense mathematically, but I realized a long time ago debt is not a mathematics problem—it’s a behavior problem. Personal finance is 80 percent behav-
ior, and only 20 percent head knowledge. Besides, if all those people were so great at math, they wouldn’t be up to their eyeballs in debt in the first place! The reason the debt snowball pays off debt from smallest to largest is that modifying your behavior and providing inspiration to get out of debt is more important than the math. Your probability of becoming wealthy is more closely connected to your behavior than your financial “sophistication” or academic pedigree. When you pay off a small debt you experience success, and that gives you hope. Then, you move on the next debt.
dave says By dave ramsey
@DaveRamsey daveramsey.com
When you pay that one off, and you’ve wiped out two debts, it really energizes you. At that point you start to get excited, and you begin to believe in yourself and in the fact you’re actually on the road to becoming debt-free!
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