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HP bolsters THC-related ban with split decision
A split Highland Park City Council strengthened its 2023 decision to prohibit city-issued tobacco licensees from selling, delivering or distributing Illicit THC products with a decision it cast during its meeting on Monday, Jan. 29. Council members voted 4-3 during the session to ban all retail sales and possession, by those under the age of […] The post HP bolsters THC-related ban with split decision appeared first on The Record.
Pregame ceremony leads to cheers and tears when Highland Park honors veteran Shawn Hoffmann and his family
Dramatics are usually reserved for the final moments of basketball games, but on Jan. 26 at Highland Park High School, emotions peaked before tipoff. Prior to a conference matchup between Highland Park and Maine West, the Giants community honored decorated Army veteran Shawn Hoffmann and his family with the presentation of more than $6,000 in […] The post Pregame ceremony leads to cheers and tears when Highland Park honors veteran Shawn Hoffmann and his family appeared first on The Record.
Hair Apparent: Longtime employee ensures Kenilworth’s Hairsay Salon is here to stay
Kenilworth’s Hairsay salon has withstood the test of time for 27 years, providing service that has proven to be a cut above. Founded and owned by Glenview’s Ilene Leon, the business operates on the simple principle of putting people first. Further proving that point, on Jan. 4, Leon confidently handed over the reins of the […] The post Hair Apparent: Longtime employee ensures Kenilworth’s Hairsay Salon is here to stay appeared first on The Record.
No injuries after SUV crashes into Winnetka business
A juvenile motorist crashed their SUV into a Winnetka storefront on Sunday evening, Jan. 28. Winnetka Deputy Police Chief Dylan Majcher said no one was injured but significant property damage resulted from the crash around 5 p.m. into Charles Schwab, 598 Green Bay Road. It is unclear what caused the crash, and Majcher said because […] The post No injuries after SUV crashes into Winnetka business appeared first on The Record.
Police Reports: Counterfeit bills used, skin-care items stolen
These reports were pulled from the latest police summaries provided by departments in our coverage area (Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park, Northfield, Kenilworth and Glencoe). WILMETTE (Updated on Tuesday, Jan. 30) Jan. 26 • Liquor bottles valued at $117 reportedly were stolen from Walgreens, 3232 Lake Ave. Jan. 22 • A wallet containing credit cards reportedly […] The post Police Reports: Counterfeit bills used, skin-care items stolen appeared first on The Record.
Loyola grabs big rebound win, New Trier takes another close loss in annual War on the Shore
Evanston, Loyola Academy and New Trier high schools again welcomed talent from outside the region to the friendly confines of the North Shore on Saturday, Jan. 27. It was New Trier’s turn to host the annual War on the Shore basketball tournament, held for the 13th time raising money for the Danny Did Foundation. After […] The post Loyola grabs big rebound win, New Trier takes another close loss in annual War on the Shore appeared first on The Record.
A Dog Has His Day: Community, police department celebrate therapy pooch Pawficer Vinny Duke
Folks gathered at the Highland Park Police Department on Saturday morning to celebrate the birthday of Pawficer Vinny Duke, the department’s four-legged friend who joined the team in February 2022. Since then, this loving therapeutic pup has provided unconditional love and support to the officers and community alike. Police Chief Lou Jogmen explained how the […] The post A Dog Has His Day: Community, police department celebrate therapy pooch Pawficer Vinny Duke appeared first on The Record.
Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Bailey Corneliuson, New Trier wrestling
Bailey Corneliuson is a senior wrestler for the Trevians. He recently won the Central Suburban League championship at 175 pounds. 1. Do you have any prematch rituals or superstitions? I don’t do too much. I just sort of like to watch matches before mine, see what moves they are doing. If we’re at a meet, […]
Metra train strikes ‘stuck’ car in Glencoe
No one was reported injured when a Metra train crashed into a car Friday night in Glencoe. According to Glencoe Public Safety, a sedan became stuck on the tracks just after 10 p.m. near Maple Hill and Green Bay roads. The occupants had exited the vehicle when it was struck by a northbound train at […]
News Briefs: Generation Gap to headline Feb. 3 New Trier Jazz Festival; Village of Winnetka Public Works gets solar panels; County opens grant program to arts nonprofits
The New Trier Jazz Festival returns next Saturday, Feb. 3, with another compelling lineup of musical talent. The Grammy Award-winning Generation Gap Jazz Orchestra, led by Steven Feifke and Bijon Watson, will headline the 41st annual event that will also feature more than 40 jazz ensembles from high schools and middle schools across the country. […]
New bike racks going on 50 Metra cars to start
The COVID-era policy of allowing bikes on Metra trains has been made permanent, with the transit agency announcing the news in a press release this week. To support the policy, Metra reportedly is installing new bike racks on its railcars. Many North Shore communities, including Highland Park, Winnetka and Wilmette, are serviced by Metra’s Union […]
High School Highlights: One night, two game-winners for Loyola hoops; Regina Dominican improves to 18-6
A summary of preps sports competition from area schools over the past week. Send scores and highlights to joe@therecordns.org. BOYS BASKETBALLNew Trier 67, Farragut 44 The host Trevians (20-4) picked up the nonconference victory Tuesday, Jan. 23, on senior night in Winnetka. Seniors Ian Brown, Logan Feller, Will Leemaster, Eli Garber and Nick Hielscher were celebrated […] The post High School Highlights: One night, two game-winners for Loyola hoops; Regina Dominican improves to 18-6 appeared first on The Record.
A group of volunteers thinks Wilmette can get more bird-friendly and have the data to back it up
Chicago made unsavory headlines in October 2023 when the Field Museum reported 1,000 migrating birds died in one night from collisions into the glass facade of McCormick Place Lakeside Center. About 20 miles to the north, a group of eco-conscious residents is trying to avoid the same result. Wilmette’s newest residential development is six-story Optima […] The post A group of volunteers thinks Wilmette can get more bird-friendly and have the data to back it up appeared first on The Record.
Wilmette trustees ‘continue to review’ potential Ryan Field objection, will give update by February meeting
With the demolition of Northwestern University’s Ryan Field set to begin next week, Wilmette officials are continuing to mull their options regarding a potential objection to the Evanston university’s large-scale redevelopment plans for the venue. Wilmette Village Manager Mike Braiman told The Record via email that the village does not yet have an update to […] The post Wilmette trustees ‘continue to review’ potential Ryan Field objection, will give update by February meeting appeared first on The Record.
Larger fines, improved signage will discourage illegal parking around Loyola Academy, Wilmette officials hope
Two weeks after Wilmette’s village board started its 2024 slate of work with an hours-long meeting that featured a contentious development proposal, trustees breezed through the regular business of their second session of the year seemingly faster than the blink of an eye. Although the board wrapped up the public-facing proceedings of its Tuesday, Jan. […] The post Larger fines, improved signage will discourage illegal parking around Loyola Academy, Wilmette officials hope appeared first on The Record.
Seeing $1.2-million deficit coming, District 113 to begin planning for ‘hard’ decisions
With district officials projecting budget deficits over the next five years, the Township High School District 113 Board of Education agreed to start planning for those future budgets sooner rather than later. The anticipated deficits were discussed as part of a five-year financial outlook shared by administrators at the board’s regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. […] The post Seeing $1.2-million deficit coming, District 113 to begin planning for ‘hard’ decisions appeared first on The Record.
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