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Is the Great Recession Over?

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We asked people across our Patch communities if the recession is over for them, how they were affected and how they are coping.

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Columns

Is the Great Recession Over?

Local Businesses Encouraged by Improving Numbers, Sales
Lingering Economic Woes Stand in the Way of Recovery
Recession Still Dogs Niles, But One Bright Spot Appears
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Theater Review

Authentic 'Stella & Lou' Makes Case for Second Chances
'Whipping Man' Speaks Powerfully of Freedom
Goodman's 'Christmas Carol' Transforms Darkness To Light
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An Extra Shot With James

By James Stoker
A Year in Review: Bidding Farewell to 2011
What if We Replace Borders with Another Borders?
A Salvation Army Bell Ringer's Tale
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Editor's Corner

By Chi-an Chang
Thanks to Everyone Who Came to Meet me at Wilmette's French Market!
Meet Me at Wilmette’s French Market
UGC of the Week: Lightening Strikes During Brief Storm
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The Fire Dispatch

'Whatever People Need, We're There for Them'
'The job is Thanks Enough'
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Community Letters

Preview: Chicago-Area Municipalities Propose Solutions to ComEd Outages
Rep. Gabel to Host Phone and Utility Bill Clinic
Marie Murphy School Soccer Teams Win Conference Titles
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Sharing Wisdom

By Tripp Hudgins
Front Porch Sitting 101
St. Patrick's Day: Celebrating Life, Community in the Midst of Misbehavior
Recognizing the Magnitude of the Destruction in Japan
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Cover to Cover

By Samantha Liss
Young Immigrant Lives In Two Worlds
The Last Meal: Defending an Accused Mass Murderer
The Last Meal: Defending An Accused Mass Murderer
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Going Green

By Go Green Wilmette
Go Green Wilmette Participates in State Rep’s Environmental Forum
Make Your Home Energy Efficient with Limited-Time Program
Film Links Genetically-Modified Foods to Health Issues
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Patch Portrait

Polish Teacher Keeps Culture Alive
Restaurateur Kicks It Up a Notch
Longtime Veterinarian Switches to House Calls
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Election 2011 HQ

Voter Turnout Reaches 45.7% in Wilmette
Uncontested Candidates Elected in Wilmette, Kenilworth
Dronen, Donnan and Schaff Win District 39 Seats
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Rambler Roundup

By Ross Jacobson
Rambler to Watch: Esme Condon
Loyola Sports Roundup: Girls Soccer Suffers First Loss in Super-Sectional
Loyola Sports Roundup: Soccer Gets Another Shot At Sectional Title
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Celebrating Poetry Month

'Three Questions' and 'Vulnerability' by Bunny
'Anonymous' and More by Susan Moss
'Nephew' and more by Robert Klein Engler
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Trevian Roundup

By Ross Jacobson
Trevian Boys Roundup: Tennis Wins 2nd Consecutive State Title
Trevian Girls Roundup: Sectional Final Versus Loyola Looms for Soccer Team
Trevian Boys Roundup: Baseball Coach Gets 700th Career Win
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The Frugal Foodie

By Emily Ferber
Frugal Foodie: Doughnut Muffins from Foodstuffs
The Frugal Foodie: Cuban Sandwiches from The Happ Inn
The Frugal Foodie Defines the Hot Dog
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You Did WHAT?

By Joan Trossman Bien
Richard Ruttenberg: Keeping Tempo from New Trier to 'The Simpsons'
Jerry Karzen: Serving Up a Love of Tennis
Marilyn Barrett: Completing the Circle
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Suburban Stadiums

By Ross Jacobson
Suburban Stadiums: Hubbard Woods Park
Suburban Stadiums: Village Green
Suburban Stadiums: Nielsen Tennis Center
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The App Hunter

By Robert K. Elder
Stuck in Atlanta with the Delta App
Amazing Panoramic Photos with Pano
Free Photo Apps Bring Joy, Frustration
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Where Were You on 9/11?

Essay: We Remember Sept. 11
Video: We Remember Sept. 11
Video: We Remember Sept. 11
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Bites Nearby

By Samantha Nelson
Start Your Saturday Right with Brunch at Jerry’s
New Koi Menu Highlights Authentic Chinese Fare
Everest Burger Reaches Height of Taste
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WHO DO YOU TRUST?

Who Do You Trust? Dental Care
Now We Know: The Mechanics You Trust
Who Do You Trust? Hair Salons
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Patch Profile

Illinois Theater Company Opens New Space In Wilmette
Kenilworth Teen Raises Money for Special Olympics
Wilmette Social Worker, Psychologist Write Spirituality Book
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Where Was This Historical Photo Taken?

Historic Photo Revealed: The Kenilworth Club
Guess Where This Photo Was Taken
Historic Photo Revealed: Playhouse Log Cabin
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Letters to the Editor

League of Women Voters of Wilmette: Fight Back Against Campaign Falsehoods
New Trier Republican Organization: Ryan Pick Shows Romney’s Campaign is One of ‘Big Ideas’
Letter to the Editor: Voicing Concern for Upcoming Circus in Wilmette
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The People in Your Neighborhood

Q&A: Donna Calk, Owner of Kenilworth's North Shore Boot Camp
Q&A: Winnetka Covenant Church Senior Pastor
Q&A: Senior Pastor of First Congregational Church of Wilmette
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OMG PD

Police Crack Very Simple Phone Theft
Missing Sasquatch Last Seen In Wilmette
Home Invasion Leads to Dumbbell Attack
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North Shore Fashion

PHOTOS: Fourth of July Fashions
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Wow House

$4,395,000 Glencoe Home Features Theater, Batting Cage, Sports Court
$2M Northbrook Mansion With Theater, Bar
$1.85M Glenview Historical Treasure
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North Shore Foodie Finds

Northbrook's Only Food Truck Carries Classic Lucky Cakes
Bobby’s Turns Deli Food Into Gourmet Delight
Breakfast, Meet Dinner: Chicken and Waffles
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Patch on Politics

Sandack Says Illinois Should Keep Flat Income Tax
Income Taxes Leave You Feeling Flat?
ComEd Wants You to Pay More for Electricity You Used Last Year
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Caption This!

Caption This! Two Cats and a Car
Caption This! Hangover Dog
Caption This! Scaredy Cat
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Patch Chatter

Readers: Guns Are Not the Issue, It’s the People
One Injured in Atlanta School Shooting: How to Stop the Violence?
Lance Armstrong Sued for Fraud Over His Memoirs
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This Inspiring Story Brought to You by Grape-Nuts

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Disability Doesn't Even Slow Down Bridget Brown
Man Paralyzed in Prime of Life Never Stops Following His Passion
The Long Journey to Change Minds About Marriage Equality
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