The Lead
LifeSpeed launches CORE day program for adults with developmental disabilities
In Forest Park, Tony Russo carves out niche for adults with developmental or cognitive disabilities after state assistance ends
‘The Scattering,’ 1st YA horror novel by Forest Park author
Mark Benson’s Sept. 1 book release party will feature gallery with art by local high schoolers
Forest Park police help ICE agent from ‘stalking’
Village maintains it won’t give U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement information about residents; watchdogs say police department violated Illinois Trust Act
209 Scholarship awarded for 10th year
Nine recent graduates were newly awarded; 21 students renewed
Summer indulgence at the Taste of Elmwood Park
Eat, drink, dance and play at the annual family-friendly festival
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Hitting the bullseye at Circle Tavern
The making of a mainstay takes time and passion
In the garden of eatin’
Pompei restaurant serves up their first summer in Elmwood Park

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