Wednesday, April 10, 2013
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Wednesday, April 10
The loud noise pounding cars rolling down Bolingbrook streets are a major problem in the community. Especially around Plainview Drive and Beech Street. They seem to be especially loud around school zones as well. It often upsets and scares the senior citizens. I believe this invites gang crime and should be stopped. John Tintori Editor's note: Want to submit a letter to the editor? E-mail your letter to melissa.sersland@patch.com. The letter must be 300 words or less, and you must use your first and last name.
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Wednesday, April 10
I have been a registered voter for 30 years and cannot remember such levels of political animosity as evidenced in recent election cycles. Extreme ideologies appear to overrule any efforts for civil debate. Compromise has become a forgotten word. Hypocrisy seems to be the norm and as a result our democratic system is suffering. I believe in the statement, "Citizens have the power to set this country’s course straight" because change not only happens from the top down, but from the bottom up. Throughout our country's history nothing has proven a more effective change agent than the collective voices and actions of citizens in every community in this great country. During his State of the Union address, President Barack Obama spoke about …
Sunday, April 7, 2013
The legendary film critic lost his battle with cancer, but not before winning hearts with his passion for the movies.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
If you've got wit, add your caption to Patch's weekly comic challenge and win a personalized print.
Are you blessed with insight and good humor? Or just bored today? Share your wit with your neighbors by entering Patch's comic caption challenge. Just add your dialogue for today's comic in the comment section of this post. Our only requirement is that you keep it clean! At week's end, we'll pick the winning punchline based on how many of us here at Patch giggle and smile at your contribution. The user who produces the winning punchline will get a personalized proof of the comic, with the winning words and a credit line, from cartoonist Chuck Ingwersen and Patch. Congratulations to Kenneth Hadler, who provided the winning punchline to last week's Rocket Man cartoon: OK, Honey, I had no idea you meant this when you said you were going to …
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Our Facebook readers had plenty of their own opinions on Kirk's Tuesday announcement.
Illinois Sen. Mark Kirk surprised many in announcing his support of same-sex civil marriage Tuesday. Kirk is just the second Republican Senator to buck his party with his stance. In a statement on his website Kirk said, “When I climbed the Capitol steps in January, I promised myself that I would return to the Senate with an open mind and greater respect for others. Same-sex couples should have the right to civil marriage. Our time on this Earth is limited, I know that better than most. Life comes down to who you love and who loves you back-- government has no place in the middle.” Patch Facebook readers from across our network had plenty to say Tuesday. Here’s a sampling of their opinions: David E. It's Jedi like. Good move senator and a …
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Monday, April 1, 2013
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Barbara Osborne is the best candidate for Supervisor of DuPage Township because she is passionate, poised and prepared to serve. Ms. Osborne has been an active member of the Bolingbrook community for more than 20 years, and understands the needs of the area well. She also offers extensive management experience as well as the ability to empathize with others. Her fresh point of view will be an asset to the office and to the residents of Bolingbrook. Linda Carpenter All readers are encouraged to send letters to the editor at melissa.sersland@patch.com. Letters must use the writer's full name and be 300 words or less.
Depth in the starting rotation and power arms in the bullpen lend credence to the belief the Sox can contend in the AL Central. Patch Editor Ron Kremer outlines three reasons to keep your eyes on the Sox this summer.
The Sox open at home Monday (3:10 p.m.) vs. the Kansas City Royals. The game will be televised on Comcast SportsNet. The forecast calls for temperatures in the upper-30s. Snow flurries are possible. Editor's note: This article was written by Ron Kremer.
GM Theo Epstein begins the second year of a rebuilding process. Just don't expect to see huge gains in 2013. Patch Editor Ron Kremer outlines three reasons for the Cubs' faithful to give up the faith—and in a hurry.
The Cubs open at 12:35 p.m. Monday in Pittsburgh against the Pirates. The game will be televised on WGN-Channel 9. Editor's note: This article was written by Ron Kremer.
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Barbara Osborne, the Democratic candidate for DuPage Township Supervisor, has been a guest teacher in the Valley View School District since 1995. She’s worked for several top Fortune corporations, including AT&T/Ameritech, Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Motorola, and owns a management consulting firm. Barbara respects and considers the views of all when making either business or personal decisions. She knows that everyone’s voice needs to be heard and does not want to be surrounding by yes men and hear only one side of an issue. Barbara was raised in a faith-based family that instilled within her a high level of character and integrity. Barbara and her husband, Courtenay, have been married 23 years; they'd resided in Bolingbrook 22 years where…
Bill
10:27 am on Thursday, April 11, 2013
It's a sad state of affairs but the BPD and code enforcement officers are not enforcing any of the little rules. Apart from noisy cars, theres the overnight parking ban -now seldom enforced, people parking on and blocking the sidewalks, people putting garbage out well before the pick up date and now the summer is here multiple garage sales without permit checks. more ›