Libertyville Lifestyle
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Libertyville Ace Hardware manager Paul LaRoche honored for 50 years of service
Jan 17, 2022 10:00 AM - For 50 years, the Libertyville Ace Hardware store has been the place for Paul LaRoche, who was honored Friday for the rare milestone. In fact, it was 50 years ago to the day the then-17-year-old high school senior reported to that very store on Peterson Road just west of Milwaukee Avenue as part of a work release program. -
Year in birding: 2021 brought several rare sightings and new conservation laws
Jan 13, 2022 6:00 AM - The year in birding: Words on Birds columnist Jeff Reiter takes a look back at the sightings and happenings of 2021.
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Permanent rules on burning landscape waste to take effect June 1
Jan 11, 2022 9:22 PM - The Lake County Board Tuesday approved permanent rules for burning landscape waste in unincorporated areas. -
It's National Blood Donor Month -- be a lifesaver and sign up for donation
Jan 6, 2022 6:12 PM - Did you know that 37% of the U.S. population is qualified to donate blood, but less than 4% do? Be more than a number; be a lifesaver and donate now. It takes about an hour. -
Top animal stories of 2021: A look back at some of the four-legged suburban residents that made headlines
Jan 6, 2022 6:00 AM - The animal story that may have gotten the most attention this year was, unfortunately, a sad one. Ludwig -- an Argentine Dogo -- was shot to death in August by the husband of the president of Wayne, the small suburb that crosses the DuPage-Kane county line. -
New Lake County sheriff's dog helps capture two suspects in 24 hours
Jan 3, 2022 5:46 PM - The Lake County sheriff's office's newest police dog helped his human partner capture two suspects within a 24-hour span last week. -
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago's Kindness Foundation grants $75,000 to The Sunshine Kids Foundation
Dec 31, 2021 4:30 PM - The Kindness Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Chicago real estate brokerage Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, granted The Sunshine Kids Foundation $75,000 this month. -
Mount Rest Cemetery remembers the fallen during Wreaths Across America
Dec 31, 2021 1:27 PM - Mount Rest Cemetery, a small country cemetery in far North Newport Township was abuzz with over 200 people on Dec. 18, as they attended a ceremony for Wreaths Across America to "Remember, Honor and Teach." -
New Year's 2021: Restaurant and bar bashes are back
Dec 30, 2021 11:34 AM - This year, restaurants and bars across the suburbs are gearing up to ring in 2022 with bashes, special dinners, champagne toasts, live music and much more. -
DAR Chapter Completes 2021 With Yearend Giving
Dec 30, 2021 10:00 AM - Barrington, IL-based Signal Hill Chapter, NSDAR, completed another unprecedented year by fulfilling its mission to support local non-profits through monetary donations.
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