Friday, September 28, 2012
Find out where candidates Daniel Biss and Glenn Farkas stand on different issues.
Rep. Daniel Biss (D-Evanston) and Glenview resident Glenn Farkas recently shared their views at a debate held at Glenbrook South High School. See where the candidates stand on the Education and the Pension System. The candidates' answers have been lightly edited. The unemployment rate in Illinois is almost 1 percent higher than the national average. At the same time, both Indiana and Wisconsin are doing better than Illinois when it comes to jobs. What do you believe we need to do to create more jobs in Illinois? Farkas: First thing I would do is to repeal the corporate income tax. We’ve raised that from 4.7 percent, it’s now plus the 2.5 percent replacement tax at 9.5 percent; it’s the third highest in the nation. Number one, we’ve got …
Thursday, September 27, 2012
The new initiative will explore technology-driven education opportunities.
This year, more than 600 New Trier High School students will be required to bring an iPad to at least one of their classes as part of the school’s new “Mobile Learning Initiative”. The initiative is the second test phase of a program that aims to determine whether putting Apple iPad computer tablets in the hands of students can help them take notes, replace or supplement bulky textbooks, and lead to new, beneficial methods of testing and instruction. After a smaller pilot program proved worthwhile last school year, the larger initiative was approved in March. Most participating faculty and students took part in summer training sessions, and the school will continue to offer development opportunities and staff support as the program …
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New Trier High School - Winnetka Campus
385 Winnetka Ave, Winnetka, IL
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Groupon backer Eric Lefkofsky didn’t make it on Forbes 400 Richest Americans list this year.
Groupon backer Eric Lefkofsky has dropped off Forbes’ 2012 ranking of the richest people in America. The 43-year-old with a net worth of $1.03 billion fell off the list because he hovered too close to the $1.1 billion mark required to make the list, Forbes reported. “Thirty-two members fell from the ranks of Forbes 400 in the past 12 months, eight more than last year,” Forbes wrote. Just last year, Forbes named the Glencoe resident as one of 2011’s new billionaires. Other Chicagoans that fell off the annual list of America’s richest include Nicholas Prtizker ($1.07 billion), CEO and chairman of Hyatt Development Corp., and Mark Pincus ($760 million), Zynga founder, Crain’s reported. A total of 12 Chicago-area business CEOs made it on …
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Residents have reported spotting a similar animal in Highland Park, Glencoe and Winnetka throughout the summer.
Along the North Shore residents have reported several possible cougar sightings this summer. The sighting in Glenview is the year's first in that area. On Sunday Sept. 23, a resident of the 4400 block of Crescent Lane reported a cougar-like animal near their home on different occasions during the night and day, according to a recent Glenview Police report. The resident witnessed the animal run towards a retention pond near I-294, police say. On Sept. 12, a Northfield resident reported a possible cougar sighting on South Happ Road in the morning hours. Residents have reported spotting a similar animal in Highland Park, Glencoe and Winnetka throughout the summer. Residents are urged to use caution and asked to report sightings of …
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
From aggravated battery to damaged planters, these are the latest reports from the Winnetka Police Department.
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 Blotter: MacBook, Purse Stolen from Vehicle, Cannabis Activity Jewelry Theft A resident in the 300 block of Auburn Avenue discovered between June 8 and Sept. 19 someone removed various pieces of jewelry from the master bedroom. The loss was estimated at $6,000. Switched via Mail A woman told police several pieces of jewelry that she mailed out of state for sale or trade purposes were replaced with different ones when she received the jewelry back. The woman noticed the original ring was replaced with a different one. The amount of loss …
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Winnetka Police Department
410 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL
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The Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District has been weeding out books to also make room for a proposed reading area.
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Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Since mid-August, Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District has been weeding out books to ensure its collection is up-to-date, while also making space for a new reading area. “Our patrons want more popular materials and want us to provide better access to non-print materials and current technologies, ” said Juli Janovicz, Interim Library Director in a news release. "In the next few months, we will implement tenets of the strategic plan by creating inviting spaces for our residents while continuing to provide exemplary service.” Librarians are removing 8,000 items that are out-of-date, in poor condition, or have not circulated in four years. Each book was evaluated by librarians so major classics in a genre will be retained even if they…
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Winnetka Public Library
768 Oak St, Winnetka, IL
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Monday, September 24, 2012
Residents are advised to keep properties locked and keep valuables out of view.
Northfield Police Department is currently investigating three burglaries from motor vehicles, according to a village update. “These burglaries occurred during the early to late evening hours. All targeted items were in open view,” the update said. “Most vehicle burglaries have one thing in common: something valuable left in the car.” Northfield police reported three burglaries to motor vehicles between Sept. 6 and 7. The incidents took place in the 200 block of Lockwood Avenue, 300 block of Lagoon Drive and at Episcopal Church of St. James the Less. Stolen items include a radar detector, a briefcase and an iPhone charger, according to police reports. Nearby Wilmette reported burglars have been targeting unlocked cars and auto garages …
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Northfield Police Department
350 Walnut Ave, Northfield, IL
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Located in the Metra station, Café Fleurette serves traditional French baked goods.
It’s 7:30 a.m. and Café Fleurette is already out of chocolate croissants, disappointing a few of the many commuters that stop at the tiny bakery in the Winnetka Metra station. It’s just a sign of how popular the spot has become since it opened July 30. Co-owner and Glencoe resident Rachel Beaudry said many locals come in the morning for coffee and a croissant, and stop by again on their way home to pick up bread for dinner. That tendency has led her to consider carrying sandwiches and soups that customers can pick up for a quick meal. “I would like to be a service to commuters,” she said. While train riders are the main audience, as word has spread Beaudry said she’s been seeing more customers, including local kids riding their bikes there…
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