Local Businesses Bend Schneider’s Ear

New North Shore representative takes listening tour of nine companies on his first trip back to the 10th District after becoming a member of Congress.

From the time Rep. Brad Schneider (D-Deerfield) started running for the House of Representatives in May, 2011, he touted his background as a management consultant as a reason he would be an effective member of Congress. In his first extensive interview with Patch a month later, he promised to listen to the needs of companies in the 10th Congressional District and advocate for them in Washington. Earlier: Update: Schneider Think of People’s Struggles on Special Day Less than a week after taking his oath of office Jan. 3, he made good on that promise with a tour of nine companies in the area Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. “I listened to business owners, managers and employees to hear their perspectives,” Schneider said. “They are optimistic…

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What's Open Christmas Day?

Out of something or need a cup of joe? Here's where to get it Christmas day.

Coffee Starbucks Glencoe: 6:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Starbucks Northfield: 6 a.m.- 5 p.m. Groceries The Grand Winnetka: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Glencoe: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Convenience Walgreens: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. 7-Eleven: 24 hours Restaurants Little Lan's: 4 p.m.- 9 p.m. Did we miss a business that's open? Help your neighbor out by adding it in the comments section below.

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CDC Says the Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Winnetka, Glencoe or Northfield

Here's where to get an influenza vaccine, how to recognize symptoms and what to know about treatment if you get sick.

Flu season is coming early in parts of the United States: This time last year, flu cases were much lower in Chicago than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends. Wilmette-Kenilworth-specific data is not available on Flu Trends.) Overall in Chicago, activity is considered high now, while it was considered moderate at this time in 2011, according to Flu Trends. If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in the area that offer the vaccine (besides your own doctor, of course): Conney's Pharmacy: 736 Elm St., Winnetka Walgreens: 63 Green Bay Rd., Glencoe Walgreens: 353 Park Ave., Glencoe Walgreens: 1825 Willow Rd., Northfield Dominick's Finer Foods: 1822 Willow Rd., Northfield According to this week's CDC Flu …

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What Grocery Stores in Winnetka, Northfield, Glencoe Are Open on Thanksgiving?

Wondering what the hours are on Thanksgiving for local grocery stores? Here are the store hours for Grand Food Center, Dominick's, Lakeside Foods and Walgreens.

What Grocery Stores in Winnetka, Northfield, Glencoe Are Open on Thanksgiving?

Wondering what the hours are on Thanksgiving for local grocery stores? Here are the store hours for Grand Food Center, Dominick's, Lakeside Foods and Walgreens.

What Grocery Stores in Winnetka, Northfield, Glencoe Are Open on Thanksgiving?

Wondering what the hours are on Thanksgiving for local grocery stores? Here are the store hours for Grand Food Center, Dominick's, Lakeside Foods and Walgreens.

Grand Food Center Glencoe and Winnetka Dominick's Finer Foods Lakeside Foods Walgreens 353 Park Ave, Glencoe 63 Green Bay Rd, Glencoe 1825 Willow Rd, Northfield Want to follow similar articles? Sign up for Winnetka-Glencoe Patch's newsletter or "like us" on Facebook.

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Winnetka, Wilmette Snag New Businesses in 2012

Shop local and support your neighborhood businesses in the New Trier Township. Here's a list of all the new stores that opened in 2012.

Although the economy hasn't quite bounced back to its glory days, business growth in the New Trier Township is booming, with multiple businsses moving to the area in 2012. With the exception of Glencoe, the communities all have vacancy rates below the 9.5 percent average for the Chicago area. Many of the communities have vacancy rates more in line with the boom days of 2004 to 2007. So, as a quick reminder, here are a few new businesses Patch has been following after they opened in 2012, including a few more slated to open soon. Have you checked them out yet? Click on the business' names and give them a review on Patch! Also, which upcoming business are you most excited about? Tell us in the comments. Located in Wilmette on Lake Avenue, …

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Northfield Could Get First Drive-Thru Restaurant

Dunkin Donuts has signed on for space at a proposed Willow Road retail building.

After seven years spent vacant, the former BP location at 1900 Willow Rd. could house a 6,500 square-foot retail space including a flagship Dunkin Donuts. The proposed 1,900 square-foot store would include TVs, couches and possibly a fireplace and employ softer signs and lights to add to the more upscale effect and cater to nearby residents. “It’s not your typical Dunkin Donuts,” said developer Mike Chookaszian. “It will be the nicest one you’ve ever seen.” The village’s Architectural and Plan and Zoning commissions reviewed the proposal in July and provided the Village Board with positive recommendations. “We’d like to see the property developed,” said Northfield Community Development Manager Steve Gutierrez. Northfield currently has a …

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Northfield Blotter: DUIs and Theft

The following information was supplied by the Northfield Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Northfield Police Department fielded 80 total calls this week. Oct. 26 Theft: Walgreens employees reported a theft of $400 worth of razor blades and hair products on Oct. 16. Security cameras caught a suspect dumping the products into a bag and leaving the store, but the perpetrator seemed to be fairly camera-savvy and few identifying details could be pinpointed. Oct. 27 DUI: Police stopped a 20-year-old Morton Grove man for driving 111 mph in a 55-mph zone at I-94 and Willow Road around 2 a.m. When they got to the car, police said they found that the driver was intoxicated. He refused the breathalyzer so no blood alcohol content was available, but he was cited for speeding and driving under the influence. He was released on a $2,000 i…

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Chicagoland Gets to Test Drive Walgreens Web Pickup

Stores in Glencoe, Northfield and Wilmette are some of the first to utilize the new service.

North Shore Walgreen Co. customers can now shop without ever having to enter a store thanks to the Web Pickup service the company launched Monday. With a click of a button, shoppers can order products online that'll be bagged for pick up in an hour at Walgreens stores in Glencoe, Northfield and Wilmette. "Our customers value choice, control and convenience; web pickup offers all of these." Walgreen's Media Relations Manager Jim Cohn told Patch. The Chicagoland area is the first to experience a full rollout—roughly 480 stores are expected to have the service by August—following a 27-store trial in San Jose, Calif. Meanwhile the program falls in line with Walgreen's bigger web development goals, according to Cohn. "Our website re-launched a …

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