Saturday, August 11, 2012
Romney is set to formally make the announcement in Norfolk, VA at 8 a.m. Central time.
Mitt Romney announced Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Janesville) as his Vice Presidential running mate this morning, according to a press release from the campaign Saturday. Ryan, who is in his seventh term in Congress, represents Wisconsin's First Congressional District in the southeastern corner of the state. He is Chairman of the House Budget Committee and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee. In January 2010, Ryan gained attention nationwide after unveiling his “Roadmap for America’s Future.” Romney is set to formally make the announcement in Norfolk, VA at 8 a.m. Central time. Ahead of the announcement, the campaign has released excerpts of Ryan's prepared remarks. "Following four years of failed leadership, the hopes of our country, which…
Friday, August 10, 2012
The following arrest information was provided by the Wilmette Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction. For questions about this blotter, contact: Chi-an.Chang@Patch.com.
Earlier: Wilmette Blotter: $3,000 Bike Stolen, Theft at Centennial Pool, Wilmette Recreation Center Fake Distress Call Wilmette and Kenilworth police, along with the Coast Guard responded to a 911 call that said two people were in need of assistance near the Sailing Beach on Aug. 1. When the police arrived, they saw two people lying on the beach, who later fled when officers approached them. Daniel A. Meiselman, 22, of 113 Woodley Rd., Winnetka, was issued a local ordinance for being in the park after hours. Gabrielle M. Polan, 20, of 2601 W. Eastwood, Chicago, was issued a local ordinance for possession of cannabis, possession of false identification and being in the park after hours. Police later located the caller, Margaret M. Tobin, …
Wilmette Public Library held the Summer Reading Club Celebration Aug. 7.
Information provided by Wilmette Public Library. Looking for more reading suggestions? Check out best-selling author James Patterson's recommendations. Also, remember that all of these books and more are available at the Wilmette Public Library. Stay up to date on the latest news in Wilmette and Kenilworth! Sign up for our newsletter and "like" us on Facebook!
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Thursday, August 9, 2012
Wilmette gas stations are charging around $4.25 per gallon as prices soar across the state. Production issues at area refineries are to blame for the spike, according to AAA, but prices are expected to decline again after Labor Day.
AAA Chicago is saying that refinery problems in Illinois and Indiana are behind gas price increases that took the cost to more than $4 a gallon in the Chicago area, according to the State Journal Register. According to ChicagoGasPrices.com, the cheapest gas you’ll find in Wilmette is $4.19 at Wilmette Auto Service. While gas prices are rising nationwide, gas prices in Illinois are rising at a rapid rate, nearly 40 cents more per gallon in the past week, according to GasBuddy.com. To find the cheapest gas around (and for traffic update, too), Patch's Commuter Central has you covered! Nationwide, gas prices have risen from an average of 3.32 per gallon of regular to $3.53 per gallon of regular in the last month, according to AAA. "Illinois, …
Sightings of an animal resembling a cougar started in April. Public Safety Officers have yet to find tracks or other hard evidence of the animal.
Glencoe Public Safety Department has received recent reports of a large cat-type animal resembling a cougar near the Lake Michigan bluff/shoreline, according to a Village of Northbrook staff memo. The first sighting occurred on the morning of April 15 on the bluff below the Hazel Avenue overlook. A resident on an early morning walk observed a large cat, which was lying down, but rose to its feet and disappeared into the heavy brush. The second sighting was on the evening of July 26. A Glencoe Public Safety employee witnessed a large cat cross the street at Dell & Lakeside and walk down towards the lake. The employee described the cat as resembling a cougar. The news from Glencoe came as no surprise to a pair of Highland Park residents, …
Whether your kids are starting kindergarten, middle school, high school or a brand new school, these tips will help reduce back-to-school jitters
Heading back to school is exciting but it can also cause some jitters for your kids. Especially if they are starting a new school. Being introduced to a new school, new teachers, and new classmates is a big transition. Even if your child is excited and eager to go to their new school, they may be anxious about a few things and it's helpful to identify their stress and talk it out. Here are some tips to smooth the transition and start the new school year off right. Get Them Involved. Have your kids help you with the back to school shopping. They'll feel more in control if they can help with the process of choosing their supplies, backpack and even school clothes. Don’t Miss Orientations. No matter what grade your kids are entering this …
Sheryl Swibel will be filling the seat vacated by Sherry Wallingford.
Avoca School District 37 Board of Education has appointed Shery Swibel, a 30-year district resident to replace the seat vacated by Sherry Wallingford, who has moved out of the area, according to a press release. Swibel previously served on the Avoca Board of Education from 1996 to 2005, served as a vice president and chaired many board-level committees. “The current Board of Education knows that Sheryl’s previous school board experience and background in education will be tremendous assets,” the release said. “The look forward to working with her once she is officially seated at the Aug. 23 Board of Education meeting.” Swibel’s three children have been out of the elementary school district for more than a decade but her support of Avoca …
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
The nonprofit braved the thunderstorms to share information on how to save money on electricity while saving the environment.
When Go Green Wilmette requested a booth at Wilmette’s Summerfest on July 13 and 14 they didn’t expect the excitement that took place. The booth’s theme was Renewable Electricity with “green” electricity attractions that included a windmill, solar panels and a bike that produced electricity when ridden. Electricity was also produced by two thunderstorms that made manning the booth especially challenging, but Go Green Wilmette volunteers weren’t about to harness that. Instead, they hunkered down and waited it out. “The rain’s no problem as long as we’re here for something good,” said Greg Vasilion, who was caught in the storms on both afternoons. This year’s event drew more visitors than any previous year and at least 100 visitors stopped …
This four bedroom, five and half baths lakefront luxury home has a dining room with seating capacity for 26 people.
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Wednesday, August 8, 2012
From elegant and stately mansions to modern, environmentally-friendly abodes, The North Shore is chock-full of one-of-a-kind homes. Each week, Patch will feature one ‘Wow House’ that caught our attention. This week, a Winnetka lakefront home at 191 Sheridan Rd. steals the show. Listed at close to $7 million, this luxury home boasts four bedrooms, five and half bathrooms, two wine cellars that can hold 5,000 bottles of wines, a library, a temperature-controlled conservatory and a garage that can hold up to 13 cars. Here, take a peek inside, and see what this high-end price tag fetches in 60093. Is your home a ‘Wow’ House? Want to nominate a spectacular, unusual or just plain cool property on the North Shore? E-mail us: chi-an.chang@patch.…
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Katie Chang, who studied at the Actor’s Training Center at the Wilmette Theater, is playing a major role in The Bling Ring.
When Winnetka resident Katie Chang read a script in December 2011, she had no idea she would end up on the big screen as part of Sofia Coppola’s latest movie. “In the audition process, I had no idea what the movie is about,” Chang said. “Sofia is known for being very secretive of her projects and keeping all of her projects very sacred until the last minute.” The 17-year-old will be playing Rebecca in The Bling Ring, a movie inspired by a group of fame-obsessed teenagers who robbed celebrity homes, including that of Paris Hilton, Lindsey Lohan and Orlando Bloom. The studio has yet to announce the release date. “Rebecca is the ringleader of The Bling Ring. … She’s the one that gets the ball rolling, she’s very into fashion, which is the …
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Dan Z
9:45 am on Saturday, August 11, 2012
A great pick. A smart, honest and courageous leader who has the guts to tack the biggest issues facing our country. Will make Obama-Biden look like petty Chicago thugs who only want to distract from the economy. more ›