Friday, September 21, 2012
Scott Parkinson in the title role provides the spark that makes this production sizzle with energy. The play runs through Nov. 11 at Writer's Theatre in Glencoe.
There are actors who recite Shakespeare, and there are actors who make Shakespeare come alive. Many of those in Writer’s Theater’s production of “Hamlet” make the words fly through the centuries and come out vibrant and compelling in 2012. It’s a strong classical, ensemble production that, in director Michael Halberstam’s hands, has a sense of immediacy. For the newcomer to Shakespeare, the production makes the Bard’s words accessible, but Shakespeare lovers will also delight in its richness and nuance—and costumes, for that matter. Costume designer David Hyman has draped the royals in furs and silks and smart brass buttons and epaulets, providing visual candy that contrasts with scenic designer Collette Pollard’s simple, but effective…
Thursday, September 20, 2012
The new Scandinavian boutique in Hubbard Woods held its grand opening Wednesday.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Glencoe native Max Rice was featured on 'Fox & Friends' as an unemployed college graduate who is changing his vote from Barack Obama to Mitt Romney, which is not true.
Max Rice was supposed to provide a face to a Fox News story about disenfranchised young American voters; instead the New Trier alum pulled a prank on national television, according to the Chicago Tribune. Gretchen Carlson of Fox & Friends introduced Rice as having voted for Obama in 2008, but now unemployed will be changing his support by voting for Mitt Romney in the upcoming presidential election. When Carlson asked why Rice will be voting for Romney, the Glencoe native replied, “It’s actually a funny story. I lost a basketball game to a friend of mine … who’s a huge supporter of this show.” Watch the interview in the video by clicking above. Rice failed to answer the questions directly and Carlson ends up ending the interview by …
From theft to drivers making illegal turns in front of police squad cars, here are the latest reports from Northfield police.
The following arrest information was provided by the Northfield Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction. For questions about this blotter, contact: Chi-an.Chang@Patch.com. Earlier: Northfield Blotter: Missing iPad, Underage Drinking at New Trier Theft A purse was stolen from Fields Chrysler Jeep Dodge Northfield, 670 W. Frontage Rd., between 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 12. The loss was estimated at $700. Burglary to Motor Vehicle A radar detector valued at $300 was reported stolen from a vehicle parked in the 300 block of Lagoon Dr., during the overnight hours between Sept. 6 and 7. The victim says the radar detector was on the dashboard and he can’t remember if the doors were locked. Police reports show there were no …
A large cat-like animal was spotted on South Happ Road last Wednesday.
A Northfield resident reported a possible cougar sighting on South Happ Road in the morning hours of Sept. 12, according to a Northfield police report. Highland Park recently also received a report of seeing a large, tan, feline-type animal similar in stature to a cougar in the 100 block of South Lincoln Avenue. Want Winnetka, Glencoe, Northfield news in your inbox every morning? Subscribe to Patch's newsletter. In the Highland Park incident, police conducted a follow-up inspection of the area but did not confirm the identification of the animal. Similar cougar-like sightings have also been reported in the Village of Glencoe and Village of Winnetka on April 15, July 26, August 25 and September 3, but remain unconfirmed at this time. …
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The following arrest information was provided by the Glencoe Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction. For questions about this blotter, contact: Chi-an.Chang@Patch.com.
These are the crimes, thefts and major traffic stops reported by the Glencoe Police Department. Earlier: Glencoe Blotter: A Bicycle Built for Thieves Domestic Battery Alan Buchman, 52, of 959 Oak Dr., Glencoe, was arrested Sept. 16 for domestic battery after police responded to a call of domestic dispute. He was issued a Sept. 24 court date. Driving Under the Influence Judith Hoppa-Boedicker, 43, of 1080 Adean Pl, Highland Park, was arrested Sept. 16 for driving under the influence with a blood alcohol level over .08 and speeding following a traffic stop on Green Bay Road. She was issued an Oct. 10 court date. Driving Violations Terrence Walker, 27, of 3200 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, was arrested on Sept. 16 for driving without a …
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
From burglary to graffiti found in Winnetka, these are the latest police reports from the past week.
The following arrest information was provided by the Winnetka Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction. For questions about this blotter, contact: Chi-an.Chang@Patch.com. Earlier: Winnetka Police Blotter: Boys Mountain Bikes Stolen, Forged Checks MacBook, Purse Stolen From Vehicle An Apple MacBook pro laptop computer and a purse containing credit cards and identification were reported stolen from a vehicle park in the 500 block of Hibbard Road between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Sept. 11. The offender gained entry by force. The loss is estimated at $1,400. Unlocked Women’s Bike Stolen An unlocked women’s 18-speed bike valued at $300 was reported stolen from the 1000 block of Gage Street between 8 a.m. on Sept. 14 and 5 p.m. on …
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Monday, September 17, 2012
Northfield residents could get cheaper electricity by participating in a program offered by Lake Shore Power Alliance.
While Northfield officials are seeking cheaper electricity via an electricity aggregation referendum, residents are already able to obtain cheaper rates through the Lake Shore Affinity Program, according to the village website. “Through the Lakeshore Affinity Program, your electricity supply rates would be fixed at 4.035 cents/kWh through May 2013. If the referendum passes, you should be able to transition to the Lakeshore Power Alliance's Municipal Aggregation Program in January 2013,” according to the village’s website. In August, the Northfield Village Board approved putting a question regarding electrical aggregation on the Nov. 6 ballot. The question will ask voters if they authorize the Village of Northfield to arrange for the …
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New Trier Township High School District 203 Superintendent Linda Yonke hopes families use this incident to reinforce internet safety.
Winnetka police are in the preliminary stages of investigating inappropriate text and emails involving New Trier High School students, according to a press release. Winnetka Police Department is working with New Trier High School and the news release contained little detail regarding the incident. “The police department really has no further comment regarding that as it is a current and fluidly evolving investigation,” Winnetka Deputy Police Chief Joe Pellus said. “If at some point in the near future some things break out, we may have additional information, but at this time we don’t have any.” It is unclear how many students are involved in the investigation but Chicago Tribune reported the students sent inappropriate photos to other …
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The Forest Glen improvements would add about $685,000 to the estimated $2.9 million it would cost for flood reduction improvements in Northwest Winnetka.
Residents in the Forest Glen neighborhood may soon get relief from flood-related issues after Winnetka trustees directed staff to add Forest Glen in the engineering designs for flood reduction improvements in Northwest Winnetka. “This absolutely dovetails into the Tower Road and Greenwood project,” Trustee Richard Kate said at a recent village council study session. “The bottom line is there is no rational reason not to do it.” The Northwest Winnetka Flood Reduction Improvements include adding new storm sewers for the Greenwood Avenue area to withstand 4.47 inches of downpour in two hours. The Forest Glen improvements would add about $685,000 to the estimated $2.9 million it would cost for flood reduction improvements in Northwest …
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