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FEBRUARY 20, 2013

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Thomas Rojas, who has worked as a letter carrier in DuPage County for 2.5 years, organizes mail before heading out on his route.

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Westmont woman charged with husband’s murder

Photo Courtesy of the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office

A Westmont woman was charged with first degree murder last week, following the stabbing death of her husband.

Lisa Davis, 42, 515W. 61st St., stabbed her husband David Davus, 49, on Feb. 15, said DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin. At approximately 7:29 p.m., Westmont police officers responded to a 911 emergency call at the couple’s residence.

Upon their arrival, officers found David Davis bleeding from a knife wound to the right side of his abdomen. He was treated at the scene and transported to a

local hospital. At approximately 11:36 p.m., Davis passed away due to his injuries.

Lisa Davis was arrested at the scene and has remained in custody since her arrest. It is alleged that at some point in time prior to 7:29 p.m. Feb. 15, the couple got into a verbal altercation culminating with Lisa Davis stabbing her husband with a kitchen knife.

“Every year, more than 1,300 people needlessly die as the result of domestic violence,” Berlin said.

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Davis’ surviving family

and friends as they cope with his murder. I would like to thank the Westmont Police Department for their work on this tragic case, as well as Assistant State’s Attorneys Tim Diamond and Amanda Meindl for their efforts in holding Mrs. Davis responsible for her actions.”

Davis has been charged with one count of first-degree murder.

She appeared in bond court Monday morning at the DuPage County Jail, 501 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, at 8 a.m.

“On behalf of the entire Westmont Community, we

express our condolences to the Davis family during this tragic time,” Westmont Police Chief Thomas Mulhearn said. “We will continue to work closely with the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office in the prosecution of the defendant.”

Members of the public are reminded that these complaints contain only charges and are not proof of the defendant’s guilt. A defendant is presumed innocent and is entitled to a fair trial in which it is the government’s burden to prove his or her guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

Developers withdraw petition for senior living facility

By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

Petitioners have formally withdrawn plans for a proposed senior living facility

after a number of Downers Grove residents voiced their opposition to the project.

Delta Development had proposed constructing the 95,000-square-foot facility near 63rd Street and Lyman Avenue after two alternate sites in the village were declined.

Michael Fiandaca, president of Delta Development, said the company has until January 2014 to use their current state senior living facility license and finish construction of a facility.

However, the village posted an update on its website, saying that no further action would

take place within the village.

During a Jan. 28 public hearing, dozens of residents came out to oppose the facility.

They cited the non-residential character of the project, a threat to property values, and technical concerns related to the buildings construction and maintenance as their primary objections.

Additionally, a resident raised a concern over zoning restrictions on three parcels that were to be included in the project, which limited them to single-family homes.

After looking into the issue, Planning Manager Jeff O’Brien sent a letter to the developers notifying them of the restriction and gave the developer until Feb. 11 to submit “documentation that the issue is resolved.”

The developer withdrew

their petition Feb. 8.

Village staff initially recommended moving forward on the proposal after a village report determined the facility would not adversely affect surrounding infrastructure, traffic patterns, light and air, or safety. The village report also found that the planned development “is an allowable special use in the R-1 and R-3 zoning districts.”

“The plan recognizes the need for additional senior living facilities in the community,” O’Brien said during the public hearing.

Fiandaca also stressed the need for a senior facility in the Downers Grove area during the meeting. He said there were only three licensed facilities, similar to the one his team was proposing, in DuPage County, all of which currently have waiting lists.

During the public comment portion of the Jan. 28 meeting, residents looked to refute the village report and reports put together by the developers, which stressed the lack of impact on the community.They offered dozens of comments in opposition to the senior living facility.

“Delta Development has really been trying to flatter us with this facility,” Downers Grove resident Beth Wesolowski said.

“This isn’t about enhancing our community and neighborhood.

What it is about is their own personal financial gain.”

Because of the outpouring of opposition, the Downers Grove Plan Commission voted 7-1 in favor of revisiting the issue at their Feb. 25 meeting. Now, that will not happen. jsamples@buglenewspapers.com

Woodridge Police raise $15K for Special Olympics The Illinois Special Olympics Committee recognized the Woodridge Police Department for their outstanding financial support to the 2012 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics by raising $15,013.

These fundraising efforts

help support programming for more than 21,300 athletes with intellectual disabilities and nearly 13,000 young athletes ages 2 to 7 with and without intellectual disabilities in Illinois.

Special Olympics Illinois is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization which raises funds

through private means, such as donations and grants. Special Olympics Illinois is accredited

by Special Olympics, Inc. which operates in all 50 states and in more than 180 countries.

For more information about the Special Olympics, visit www. soill.org.

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USPS hopes 5-day schedule will help cash-strapped agency

By Jonathan Samples Staff Reporter

In the wake of the largest annual deficit in the U. S. Postal Service’s history, the agency recently announced a plan to cut Saturday mail delivery starting Aug. 5.

The proposed move is expected to save the Postal Service $2 billion annually, said Postmaster General and CEO Patrick Donahoe in a released statement. But with a fiscal year deficit of $15.9 billion in 2012, it is not certain just what the move will mean for the agency’s bottom line.

“We understand that the situation of the Postal Service and our need to cut cost and generate revenue at the same time,” said Beverly Howard, spokesperson for the Central Illinois District of the USPS.“We’re always doing things to keep us viable.

We still have to do what’s necessary to reduce cost and, at the same time, generate revenue.”

Howard said the scheduling plan is necessary, but it is up to Congress whether it will be implemented.

“We were hoping we would have gotten some type if comprehensive postal legislation done to help us out,” Howard said.“We’ve been looking for that for quite some time and haven’t received it. Our

hands are kind of tied, so we’re really going Postal Service for two and a half years, said he hasn’t heard much from his supervisors to need some type of postal legislation.”

While the plan remains uncertain, about what the move good mean in terms it is equally uncertain what the move of job security or relocation, which adds to his concerns. will mean for However, he said customers, small ur hands are kind of tied, so hopes his is not business owners and employees. we’re really going to need some one of the jobs that will be lost Donahue said type of postal legislation.” or relocated. the equivalent “I love this job, of 22,500 jobs being gout here would be lost due Beverly Howard, spokesperson for the on my own,” he to the proposed Central Illinois District of the USPS said. “I want to schedule change stay in this area through attrition, union buyouts and eliminating overtime. here. I’m used to the people. I just love my The Central Illinois District has 10,912 job here, and I hope I get to keep it.” employees and includes the entire state south of Rockford with the exception of Community Reacts Chicago. Specific details of the plan are Downers Grove customers of the Postal still unclear, and that lack of clarity has Service were less moved by the schedule some employees wary about what the change, as most seemed content with the proposed schedule change could mean for decision. their carriers.

“I feel very strongly that they should “I thought, “Wow, am I going to have have done it a long time ago,” said Downers a job?’” said letter carrier Thomas Rojas, Grove resident Joe Spivak. “They have to describing how he felt after hearing about start running this more like a business the plan. “Is it going to affect my job, my and do away with waste. There’s waste hours, my pay? I have a wife and kids. How in the United Postal Service that would is it going to affect my life?” exist nowhere in the private sector. This is Rojas, who has been working with the definitely a step in the right direction.”

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Karen Ramanauskas was less supportive of the proposal, but said the Postal Service should do what needs to be done.

“Actually, I like to have my mail on Saturdays, because I don’t do the online bill paying,” she said. “On the other hand, if it’s saving the post office money, I can understand where they’re coming from by cutting the Saturday service. But if it was up to me, I’d like to keep the Saturday service.”

Kevin Keogh said he doesn’t feel the move will impact residential customers all that much.

“As a resident, I don’t see it as a problem, because you still have mail Monday through Friday,” he said. “Business? That could be another issue.”

Questions surrounding small businesses prompted one local chamber leader to reach out to members in order to gauge their reactions.

Larry Forssberg, Executive Director of the Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau, said he contacted five local businesses at random, and all of them answered his questions the same way.

“They did not think it would have any major impact or any real impact on their business,” Forssberg said. “What they cited See SATURDAY SERVICE, page 4

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Progressive Village Performance Network presents ‘Bleacher Bums’ The Progressive Village Performance Network is proud to announce that the first show of the third season, “Bleacher Bums”, will be performed on March 8 and 9, at 7 p.m. and March 10 at 2 p.m., at the Westview Hills Middle School, 630 65th St. Robert Mackert has produced many of PVPN’s shows, but this will be his first opportunity to direct. He decided to throw his hat in the ring for this chance to direct a show about his favorite baseball team, the Cubs, and mainly to give him a chance to work on the more creative side of show business than the technical.Robert Plowman,PVPN President will produce the show, Sally Cassaro will stage manage, with Emily Bandza filling in for production assistant. Mackert intends to add a twist to this show by including some interactive elements into the performance, which will be a surprise to the audience members.

The story revolves around a zany group of avid Cub fans who are residents of the bleachers, at Wrigley field. Most of them have been gathering here for some time and know each other; even if they might not necessarily like or tolerate each other. Beer is being drunk, hot dogs are being eaten, and friendly wagers

SATURDAY SERVICE Continued from page 1 was a possible delay of a business day or getting a check processed, but they didn’t really cite that being any true concern.”

Still some area lawmakers are worried about the effects the schedule change could have on small business and seniors.

“Congress has repeatedly shown bipartisan opposition to attempts to end Saturday mail service,” U.S. Rep. Bill Foster said in a released statement. “Millions of small businesses, seniors and others rely on Saturday service, and it should not be first on the chopping block to solve the financial problems the USPS faces.

“The United States Postal Service is an important institution that our country relies on—I encourage Postmaster General

start to take on increasing importance. Chicago actor Joe Mantegna, currently starring in “Criminal Minds” created this local cult hit back in the 70’s and performed it for the Organic Theatre in Chicago. Incidentally, the play was recently revised to take place in the 90’s during the great Sosa/McGuire homerun war, and this is the version that Bob Mackert finds more interesting and familiar to most.

Mackert has been blessed with a well rounded, energetic cast, which features: Jack Ambrose, Finn Larkin, Karen Mackert, Mike Manolakes, George McArdle, Mike Murphy, Heather Nemeth, Tim Nessel, and Curtis Sehy VIP Seating is available to all who Pre-purchase tickets or reserve them online at www. pvpn.weebly.com. Ticket Prices range from $10 for adult, $8 for students/children/seniors, with a $2 discount for tickets with groups over 5 people PVPN’s next production will be the popular musical, “Annie”, that will be performed in two weekends,June 21through 23 and 28 through 30 at the Westmont High School Auditorium.

Auditions will take place in mid-March. Keep checking the website at www.pvpn.weebly. com for details on auditions and ticket information.

Patrick Donahoe to work to find a path to balancing the USPS budget that improves and streamlines services instead of cutting back.”

U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth (D-Schaumburg) sent a letter to Donahoe asking that the Post Office continue delivering medications to all Americans six days a week.

“Whether it is a homebound senior that cannot walk or drive to the pharmacy, or a Veteran who lives in a rural area with limited access to the prescription drugs they need, many of these home delivery beneficiaries cannot afford to go without their medications for days,” said Duckworth in the statement.

She also said that she wanted to express concern with the end the United States Postal Service’s tradition of six-day mail delivery and its effect on the growing population of seniors, servicemen and women,Veterans and disabled Americans who rely on home delivery of their prescription drugs.

Radogno looks to prohibit minors from tanning beds Citing studies confirming tanning beds are medically-proven to be carcinogenic to humans, State Sen. Christine Radogno (R-Lemont) introduced legislation Feb. 15 to protect minors from the potentially deadly effects of sunless tanning beds.

“According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the risk of developing melanoma due to tanning bed use increases by 75 percent for people under age 35, and the British Medical Journal agrees the earlier people start tanning, the greater the risk they will develop skin cancer,” Radogno said.“There are plenty of safe tanning alternatives available, and there is absolutely no need for young people to take this unnecessary health risk.”

Senate Bill 2244 would prohibit minors age 17 and younger from tanning in sunless tanning beds.

Currently minors 14 to 17 are allowed to tan if they can provide a parental signature. However, this would be restricted if Radogno’s legislation is signed into law.

“Just as we don’t give children the option to smoke, they

shouldn’t be allowed to tan indoors—which medical studies show is a dangerous, and even deadly, practice,” said Radogno, who noted that in 2009 experts at the International Agency for Research on Cancer in Lyon, the cancer arm of the World Health Organization, moved tanning beds and other sources of ultraviolet radiation into the top cancer risk category—the same classification given to arsenic and mustard gas.

“The light from indoor tanning beds is considered a Class 1 carcinogen, and many respected medical experts agree sunless tanning does increase the risk of cancer.”

Many states have laws regulating tanning by minors.While California and Vermont are the only states with an outright ban on minors under age 18 using tanning beds, studies show national momentum in that direction. In 2010, 14 different states worked to pass legislation prohibiting minors from tanning indoors, and in 2012 that number increased to 20 states pursuing an outright indoor tanning ban for minors.

Eighty-five members of the House of Representatives signed Duckworth’s bipartisan letter to Donahoe.

“Congress has repeatedly shown bipartisan opposition to attempts to end Saturday mail service,” U.S. Rep. Bill Foster, D-Naperville, said in a released statement. “Millions of small businesses, seniors and others rely on Saturday service, and it should not be first on the chopping block to solve the financial problems the USPS faces.

“The United States Postal Service is an important institution that our country relies on—I encourage Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe to work to find a path to balancing the USPS budget that improves and streamlines services instead of cutting back.”

Current federal legislation prohibits the Postal Service from adopting a five-day schedule, but that is et to expire in March.

Donahue has asked Congress to allow the agency to implement the new schedule.

If lawmakers do not prohibit the new schedule, the Postal Service would still deliver packages and prescription drugs six days a week. Post offices currently open on Saturdays would continue to operate, allowing customers to drop off mail and purchase stamps or other materials. jsamples@buglenewspapers.com

Calendar ONGOING ‘Main Street USA.’ This exhibit at the Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave., runs through April 20. This new exhibit highlights the importance of Main Street in Downers Grove and how it has evolved over the last 180 years. Call 630-963-1309 for more info or to book a group tour.

Recycle Your Holiday Lights! Do you have holiday lights that have lost their former shimmer?

Is that worn-out strand just not making the cut for your holiday decorations? Then recycle them! Now through Feb. 22, the village of Woodridge is pleased to offer you the opportunity to recycle your holiday lights, extension, phone, and computer cords at Village Hall or the Public Works building.

The Village has partnered with Elgin Recycling to offer this free service to residents. Minilights, C7 or C9 lights, rope or LED lights, extension, phone, or computer cords are all eligible for recycling. Please - no CFLs. Recycling receptacles can be found in the Village Hall lobby, 5 Plaza Drive, or the Public Works/ Police Department lobby located at 1 Plaza Drive.

Third Thursday. 5–7 p.m. every third Thursday at the DuPage Children’s Museum.

Third Thursdays are a special time once a month for families of children with autism spectrum disorder, visual, and mobility impairments to come play at the Museum. All activities are free with admission or membership.

B & B Ladies Golf League.

Join us for golf and fun every Friday morning. Season runs May 4-Sept. 28. 9 holes at Village Greens of Woodridge. For information call 630-985-3610.

Alcoholics Anonymous.

Meetings daily at the West Suburban Alano Club, 17 W. Quincy St., Westmont. Open speaker meetings at 7 p.m.

Saturdays and 10 a.m. Sundays, other meetings listed by day and hour on www.wsacaa. org. Memberships available: inquire at the Club.

Saturday morning storytime. 9:30-10 a.m. at the Downers Grove Library. Join in every Saturday morning for storytime filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays. This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. Adult

participation is an important part of this storytime.

FEBRUARY 20 WCCTB Open House. 5 to 7 p.m. at the Westmont Centre, One South Cass Ave., Westmont.

The poplar semi-annual WCCTB Open House is scheduled. Visit and enjoy some delicious food, refreshments, business expo and the opportunity to connect with area business owners. For more information, call 630960-5553 or email wcctb@ westmontchamber.com.

Business After Hours. 5 to 7 p.m. at 7350 Janes Ave., Woodridge. Join the Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce for great networking at the February Business After Hours.

RSVP by Monday, February 18th via online, e-mail to chamber@ woodridgechamber.org, or call 630-960-7080.

FEBRUARY 21 Stormwater Education Workshop. 7 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. The village of Downers Grove hosts this event to educate residents about water conservation strategies, stormwater management, and the different types of incentives residents can employ to reduce their Stormwater Utility Fee. Jim Kleinwachter of the Conservation Foundation will be a featured speaker. More information coming soon on the Village website, www.downers. us.

Families Anonymous Meeting. 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4501 Main St., Downers Grove.

Families Anonymous is a 12Step fellowship for families and friends of persons with destructive behavior, whether caused by drugs, alcohol, or related behavioral problems.

Meetings are held weekly.

Contact DownersFA@gmail.com if you have questions or call 630609-9971.

Free Home Buyer Seminar at Library. 7 p.m. at the Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive.Why is now a great time to buy a home? What is happening in the real estate market today?

Attend this information-packed free seminar.A panel of real estate and mortgage professionals will discuss such things as available mortgage programs and home buying strategies along with important legal issues. By

attending the seminar you automatically qualify for a free mortgage pre-approval (up to a $100 value). Bring your questions and mark your calendars now.

Register. For more information (and to register via phone) place a free call to 866-811-2220 x 1016. Space is limited.

FEBRUARY 22 Downers Grove North Athena Dance Showcase.

7 to 9 p.m. at Downers Grove North High School, 4436 Main St.Tickets at the door-Admission: $5. www.circlebridge.com/ dgnathenas

FEBRUARY 23 Big Boomin’ Heart Fair. 8 to 11 a.m.Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, 3815 Highland Ave. (lower level), Downers Grove.

Receive free health screenings, take tours of the state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterization Labs and participate in one of three Question and Answer sessions with cardiologists.Free admission.

More info at 1-800-323-8622 or www.advocatehealth.com/gsam Big PIG Championship of the World. 9:30 a.m. at the Recreation Center, 4500 Belmont Road, Downers Grove.

Remember the playground game of “Horse” you used to play with your friends at recess? It’s back with back “Big Pig.” Test your basketball shooting skills at this 4th annual event. Get your opponent out by trying to sink three shots and hope your opponent misses. With each missed shot, we spell the word “Pig” instead of “Horse.” Ages 8 through adults can compete in there corresponding age divisions. Corporate teams are encouraged to compete in the corporate division. Register at www.dgparks.org or call 630960-7250.

American Girl Doll Tea Party. 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Downers Grove Park District Museum, 831 Maple Ave. The American Girl Doll Tea Party is for kids between ages 7 and 12 years old. Kids bring their favorite American Girl Doll and enjoy scrumptious treats, learn about their doll’s time period in history, and play games from that period. For more information, call 630-963-1300 or visit www. dgparks.org. The program fee is $12 for residents and $18 for non-residents. Registration is required at Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Avenue, the Recreation Center, 4500 Belmont Road, or

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FEBRUARY 24 Downers Grove Choral Society. 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove North Johnson Auditorium, 4436 Main St. A Choral Collaboration, with students from District 99 choirs.

FREE concert, open to the public. www.dgcs.org.

FEBRUARY 25 Authors Marketing Group Meeting: 7 p.m. at the Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive. A panel of authors will discuss the importance of time management and share their experiences with writing and marketing their books.

The event is free and open to the public. Please contact Jim Durkin at 630-921-0118 or jamestdurkin@hotmail.com with questions.

FEBRUARY 26 Multi-Chamber Economic Outlook Luncheon. 11 a.m. at the Burr Ridge Marriott, 1200 Burr Ridge Pkwy Burr Ridge.

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Attend the Annual Economic Outlook Luncheon, featuring Mr. William Strauss, Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

The event program begins with tabletop exhibits followed by the lunch and presentation at 11:55 a.m.This 11 area chambers are participating, providing an opportunity to make many new contacts. For additional details and to RSVP, visit www. chambermaster.com.

Chicago History: Midway Airport. 7 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Look back at the airport that grew up along with the aviation age. For more information, visit www. downersgrovelibrary.org or call 630-960-1200.

FEBRUARY 28 Diabetes and Your Heart.

6:30 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. et educated during Heart Health Month. For more information, visit www.downersgrovelibrary. org or call 630-960-1200.

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The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Downers Grove, Westmont and Woodridge police departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

Downers Grove Scott M. Massey, 53, 703 Liberty, Wheaton, was arrested at 3:20 a.m. Feb. 11 in the 1500 block of Ogden for aggravated assault and trespassing.

Carlos Valdez, 40, 2623 Maple, Downers Grove, was arrested at 1:37 p.m. Feb. 11 on Walnut and Maples for aggravated DUI and aggravated driving with license revoked.

Police Blotter

Ave., Bridgeton, N.J., was arrested at 4:45 p.m. Feb. 12 4:45 p.m. at Good Samaritan Hospital for a warrant for aggravated battery to a police officer.

Brian R. Goc, 44, 243 N. Park St., Westmont, was arrested at 12:29 a.m. Feb. 13 on Maple and Main for DUI/alcohol and blood alcohol content over .08.

Gary S. Reid II, 22, 651 Summit, Downers Grove, was arrested at 12:30 a.m. Feb. 13 on Summit and Carpenter for driving while license revoked.

Kelly L. Jackson, 28, 14556 Archer Ave.,Lockport,was arrested at 5:37 a.m. Feb. 13 on Burlington and Main for possession of controlled substance for drug paraphernalia.

Robert J. Zermeno, 27, 314 W. Calendar Ave., LaGrage, was arrested at 8:10 a.m. Feb. 13 at 1148 Ogden Ave. for retail theft.

Gabriel M. Saavedra, 40, 556 Charles St.,Aurora, was arrested at 5:20 p.m. Feb. 11 on Ogden and Authority for driving while license suspended.

Gladys M. Coronado-Bates, 53, 752 73rd St., Downers Grove, was arrested at 1:41 p.m. Feb. 13 on Ogden Avenue and Prince for cancelled driver’s license.

Michael J. Keene, 49, 228 Fifth St., Downers Grove, was arrested at 9:36 p.m. Feb. 11 at the residence for domestic battery and interference with reporting domestic violence.

Stephen A. Montalbano, 33, 631, Second, Ave., Aurora, was arrested at 7:04 p.m. Feb. 13 at 4946 Main St. for unlawful possession of a controlled substance, DUI/ drugs and Driving while license suspended.

William Benedict, 64, 1118 S.Taylor Ave., Oak Park, was arrested at 3:35 p.m. Feb. 12 on Finley Road for unlawful use of a handicapped placard.

Michael A. Bucher, 21, 5490 Burr Oak, Lisle, was arrested at 3:47 p.m. Feb. 12 at 550 Ogden Ave. for criminal damage to property.

Eric D. Brown, 33, 383 South

Norma Santos-Reyes, 23, 6703 Lakeshore Drive, Westmont, was arrested at 8:51 p.m. on 63rd and Springside for no valid driver’s license.

Lola F. Taylor, 37, 318 N. Ardmore Ave.,Villa Park, was arrested at 4:27 a.m. Feb. 14 on Butterfield and Lloyd for operating an uninsured motor vehicle and driving while

license suspended.

Mohammed R. Siddiqui, 44, 7529 Comstock lane, Darien, was arrested at 10:09 a.m. Feb. 14 in the 6800 block of Fairview for driving while license suspended, no insurance and speeding.

Bailey K. Demarius, 20, 1110 Buttonwood Drive,Westmont, was arrested at 12:48 p.m. on Main and Curtiss for failure to reduce speed and driving while license suspended.

Crystal A. Handy, 40, 205 N. Laurel, North Aurora, was arrested at 2:58 p.m. Feb. 14 at 2900 Finely Road for retail theft.

Mark A. Hall, 40, 2124 S. Dartmouth, Darien, was arrested at 3:08 p.m. Feb. 14 at 6215 Main St. for burglary.

Westmont At approximately 10:57 p.m. Feb. 4, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 0100 block of East Chicago Avenue.

Officers arrested Brittany Carrano, female, age 19, of 1453 Root St., Crest Hill, for possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia.

Carrano was released on her own recognizance.

Sometime between 10 p.m. Feb. 4 and 3:50 a.m. Feb. 5, an unknown offender(s) stole four tires off of a vehicle parked in the 5500 block of King Arthur Court. The estimated loss is $1,000.

Sometime between 9:30 p.m. Feb. 4 and 8 a.m. Feb. 5, an unknown person stole clothing and a cellular phone from a vehicle parked in the 800 block of South Adams Street.The estimated loss is $300.

Tyler Smock, male, age 19, of 29 Falcon Place, Westmont, was arrested for criminal damage to property and Laura Devlin, female, age 53, of 29 Falcon Place, was arrested for obstructing justice. Smock was also charged with five counts of criminal damage to property and one count of harassing telephone communication stemming from other incidents in which he was a suspect. He was also served with an outstanding warrant for public indecency.Smock and Devlin were transported to the DuPage County Jail for a bond hearing.

At approximately 11:56 p.m.

Feb. 8, officers responded to the 200 block of Memory Lane for a battery. Officers arrested Diane LopezMagallanes,female,age 52,of 245 Memory Lane #1, Westmont, for domestic battery after she struck a family member. She was transported to the DuPage County Jail for a bond hearing.

At approximately 7:50 p.m. Feb. 10, officers responded to the 0100 block of East Ogden Avenue for an armed robbery. The suspect was described as male, White, 6 foot to 6 foot 2 inches tall, weighing between 180 and 220 pounds, 25 to 35 years of age, and wearing all black clothing. The suspect fled the area northbound on foot. The estimated loss is $600.The incident remains under investigation. Due to the ongoing investigation, we are unable to provide any additional information at this time. Anyone with information regarding this crime can contact the Westmont Police Department anonymously by calling the crime tip hotline at 630-981-6310 or by sending an email to chiefofpolice@ westmont.il.gov. Any information may prove to be useful no matter how insignificant it might seem.

Police find suspect in suspicious incident Downers Grove Police have located the subject of a suspicious incident that occurred on Feb. 11, involving a 13-year-old boy who was approached by a lone male in a vehicle while walking to school.

The boy was walking on his way to school in the area of the Westbrook West Condos, near 40th Street and Saratoga Avenue. The boy said he was approached by a vehicle driven by a lone male occupant, who rolled down his window and

offered him a ride to school.

The boy immediately fled the area on foot. A search of the immediate and surrounding areas by police was initially unsuccessful in locating the described man and/or vehicle.

Police were attempting to locate a Hispanic man approximately 50 years of age with a gray mustache, dark spots under his eyes and last seen wearing a tan jacket. The vehicle he was driving was described as a light blue fourdoor Buick or Mercury with

damage on the driver’s side trunk.

During the investigation, officers received information from a citizen that a person matching the subject’s description was in the area asking for directions to traffic court. Traffic court is held near the area where the incident occurred and the subject was identified through court records.

The victim was shown a picture of the subject and his vehicle, and confirmed that

it was the same person that had approached him. During an interview with the subject, which required an interpreter due to a language barrier, officers confirmed that the subject was lost and asking for directions to traffic court. The language barrier contributed to the misunderstanding.

The Downers Grove Police Department asks parents to remind children to be aware of strangers and report any concerns immediately to police.

If you see any suspicious activity, please call the police immediately and provide as much detail as possible.

Woodridge A criminal damage to vehicle was reported at approximately 10 p.m. Feb. 8 in the 2400 block of Emerald Court. Unknown person used a sharp object to scratch the driver’s side of a parked vehicle.

A criminal damage to vehicle was reported at approximately 12:41 p.m. Feb. 9 in the 2600 block of Burr Ridge Court. Unknown person removed a pin used to connect the tire to the axle on a parked ATV causing the tire to fall off when the ATV was driven.

At approximately 2:50 p.m. Feb. 9, a juvenile, age 17, was charged with retail theft after removing a pair of pants from Kohl’s, 1001 75th St. At approximately 1:23 a.m.

Feb. 12, Pablo Jimenez, 36, 313 Everington Court, Bolingbrook, was charged with DUI/Alcohol, driving while license suspended, speeding, improper lighting/ only one taillight and failure to signal following a traffic stop on Chesterton Court at Egerton Drive.

At approximately 3:47 p.m. Feb. 12, Jennifer Felsecker, 18, 8025 Woodglen Lane, Downers Grove, was charged with retail theft after removing items of jewelry from Kohl’s, 1001 75th St. A theft was reported at approximately 3:45 p.m. Feb. 13 from the 8300 block of Route 53.

Unknown person(s) removed a bicycle.

Missing resident found deceased in Pope County Police have located Downers Grove resident William Foley, who was reported missing on Feb. 6.

The Illinois State Police notified the Downers Grove Police Department on Sunday Feb. 17 that Mr. Foley was found deceased in Pope County.

The cause of death remains under investigation by Illinois State Police, Zone 7 Investigations-Ullin.

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Library issues short list of architects The Downers Grove Public Library Board of Trustees has decided to interview three highly qualified architecture firms as possible providers of planning and design services for the library’s building renovation project.

They selected these firms after a thorough evaluation of the qualifications of nineteen

respondents to the library’s Request for Proposals. The firms selected are: Dewberry, Elgin, Ill.; Engberg Anderson, Milwaukee, Wis.; and Product Architecture and Design, Chicago.

Interviews were held Feb. 16 at the library. The Board of Trustees expects to make its final selection by Feb. 27.

Schools

South High students nominated to U.S. Presidential Scholars Program South High School in Downers Grove announced that three students have been named one of more than 3,000 candidates in the 2013 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.

Emma Chaplin, Marjorie Fera and Ammar Kalimullah were selected from nearly 3.4 million students expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in 2013.

To be included in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, established in 1964, is one of

the highest honors bestowed upon high school seniors.

Scholars are selected based on superior academic and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement in community and school activities.

In early April, 500 semifinalists will be selected.The White House Commission on Presidential Scholars will then review the applications and select 121 Academic Scholars and up to 20

Arts Scholars. All scholars will be honored in Washington D.C. in June.

“Emma, Marjorie and Ammar are so well deserving of this prestigious nomination, and we are extremely proud of them,” South High School Principal Steve Bild said.“They are well-rounded students, exceeding both academically and in their extracurricular pursuits.”

For more information about the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, visit www.ed.gov/programs.

St. Mary of Gostyn Girl Scouts help DuPage PADS St. Mary of Gostyn Catholic School’s fourth-grade Girl Scout troop earned their flower patch this month, while helping DuPage PADS. The troop learned about the anatomy of a flower, how to press and dry flowers, how herbs can help heal common everyday aliments, the meaning behind certain flowers,how to dye flowers and make floral arrangements.

They made 12 silk floral arrangements that were donated to DuPage PADS, an organization that provides services to homeless people in DuPage County. The agency helps individuals build towards self-sufficiency and helps stop the cycle of homelessness.

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St Mary of Gostyn fourth-grade Girl Scoots pictured with floral arrangements, which they donated to DuPage County PADS.

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INSIDE: Benet girls basketball falls in regional final to Naperville Central, page 12; Local swimmers qualify for state, page 13

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Cummings, Anaya place at state

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

Downers Grove North senior Cullen Cummings always dreamed of being a collegiate athlete and that dream will come true next year in a surprising fashion.

The fact that he is playing college sports that is a surprise, it is what sport he is participating in that’s the shocker.

Cummings, a talented and well regarded soccer player, will give up the sport and focus on wresting.

“Up until the end of last year, I thought I would play soccer in college,” Cummings said. “The sport of wrestling just gets a hold of you and I fell in love with it. I was always way into soccer.

Last summer we won a national championship, so it was soccer all the time after wrestling season.”

After placing second in the state a year ago, Cummings knew his future was on the mat and he began to focus on winning a state title this year.

Unfortunately, Cummings was in one of the toughest weight classes in the state and fell short of the finals, but he did earn his second consecutive state medal, placing fourth at 138 pounds.

“It was pretty deep, if we wrestled this 10 times, it comes out 10 ways,” said Cummings. “I didn’t come out and wrestle my match in the last match.”

In his final match for the Trojans, Cummings (42-2) lost 3-2 to John Pellegrino of Sandburg.

It was only his second loss all season.

The first loss came in the semifinal match as eventual state champion Mech Spraggins of Belleville West won 8-4.

Cummings opened the tournament with a 1-0 major

Mark Gregory/Bugle Staff

Cullen Cummings of Downers North placed fourth in the state at 138-pounds Saturday at the state meet.

decision over Lockport’s Dominic Naso and followed that up with 7-1 win over Wheaton North’s Sean Murray.

After the loss to Spraggins, Cummings beat Steve Galiardo of St. Pat’s to get into the third place match.

“It is an honor to place in Illinois and Cullen has a firm grasp of that,” said North coach Chris McGrath. “He gets it and appreciates that it was a tough

weight class that could have gone any way. I couldn’t be prouder of him. He is a helluva kid and he has a helluva work ethic. He is a great kid and deserves everything he gets. It stings a little that he has beat everyone on the podium, but it was a tough class.The defending state champion (Sal Annoreno for Bartlett) doesn’t even place.

“We haven’t seen the end of him yet. He is going to have a

really successful college career.

Someone is going to get a very hungry young man.”

Cummings is ready for the task of wrestling in college and he hopes his story inspires others at North to push for a state title.

“I just gave up soccer this past fall and I feel like I am getting in the swing of things and I feel like I am turning into a full and complete wrestler. I can only improve from here on out,” he

said. “It gives kids something to look at because if a soccer player can come in and place twice, they can do anything, it gives those kids something to shoot for.”

Cummings wasn’t the only Downers Grove wrestler to place at the state meet, as Dowers Grove South senior Alex Anaya placed sixth at 160.

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Cold shooting second half costly for Benet

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

The law of percentages has a way of working out.

In the Benet Regional final Thursday, Feb. 14, the host Redwings, the No. 6 seed in the Oswego Sectional, were on fire from beyond the arc and built a 15-point lead on No. 3 seed Naperville Central.

However, as hot as they were in the first half, they were that cold in the second half, and fell to the Redwings 44-42.

“It was a good game,” Benet coach Peter Paul said. “It was a game of halves. The first half was ours, and the second half was theirs. We couldn’t buy a basket.There was a lid on it, and it didn’t matter how hard we tried.All in all, I thought it turned out well. We’re young, and now there’s a regional title at stake.

We had our opportunities and

fell short.”

“We didn’t play bad; our shots, in the second half, we just couldn’t make any,” Benet senior guard Christen Prasse said. “That’s what stinks about it. We played our hearts out on defense and rebounding, but we just couldn’t get our shots to fall, and they were hitting their shots.

I couldn’t ask for anything more from the team. I’m proud.”

Benet drained five threepointers in the first half and built leads of 21-8 after the first quarter and 35-20 at the half.They would make just two field goals in the second half, both inside the arc, as open three-pointers weren’t falling, and inside shots were getting stuffed by 6-foot, 2-inch Victoria Trowbridge.

Still, the Redwing defense kept them ahead, and they took a 40-32 advantage into the fourth quarter.

Neither team made a field goal in the fourth quarter until Naperville Central’s Shannon Ryan hit a contested three with two minutes left in the game to make it 41-36. Benet made one of two free throws for the second straight trip, and another quick three-pointer made it 42-39 with 1:35 left.

“We were trying as hard as we could,” Paul said. “Maybe we started taking the air out of the ball a little early. When we look at the tape, we had our opportunities and just didn’t take advantage.”

On the play,St.Louis Universitybound Prasse took a pair of elbows and was taken out of the game to get checked out.

Without their senior leader, the Redwings were able to draw a foul, but missed the front end of a 1-and-1. Ryan promptly drilled Naperville Central’s third straight three-ball to tie the game.

However, Naperville fouled Benet on the other end, but two more missed foul shots allowed Central a last opportunity. Benet was just 2-for-7 from the line in the last 2:12.

“That’s what we talked about,” Paul stated.“The kids that we had in there are our best free throw shooters. We just couldn’t get it done.”

After milking the clock, Central got it inside to Trowbridge, who scored with eight seconds left to give them the lead.

Benet came back down the court and got the ball to Prasse,

Scott Taylor/Bugle Staff

Benet’s Christen Prasse tallied 11 points in her final high school game, a 44-42 loss to Naperville Central Thursday.

whose three-point shot beat the buzzer, but was off the mark.

“We knew they weren’t going to lay down,” Paul said.“We knew there was going to be a run at some point. We just ran out of time and didn’t quite stop them.”

Emily Schramek led the way with 14 points for Benet, while Prasse added 11.

With Prasse being the lone senior starter, not many thought they would even be in the situation to win another regional title.

“My coach was saying how all my best friends left me, and he thought it was going to be hard for me this year, but it wasn’t,” she said.“They (this year’s team) are all my best friends now.They

will be there at my wedding and everything.

“At the beginning of the season before we started playing games, I didn’t think we would get this far, but when we stepped out on the court, I knew we were going to do good things, and we did.

We just fell short in the regional championship.” staylor@buglenewspapers.com

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Lewellyan headed to state in breaststroke

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

With two events left at the Neuqua Valley Sectional Saturday, Feb. 16, it appeared Benet was going to be without a state qualifier for the third straight year.

Then came the 100-yard breaststroke.

That’s where senior Patrick Lewellyan, competing in the third of five heats, qualified for state with a time of 1:00.77, six hundredths ahead of the qualifying mark. He finished eighth in the stacked event.

“I’ve been practicing because I wanted to go to state since freshman year,” Lewellyan said.

“I’ve been working hard and hoping I would, and I did. I was a little nervous.”

Competing in one of the earlier heats makes it harder to hit the time, but Lewellyan came in with the right attitude.

“My mindset was I just had to go as hard as I can,” he said.“I just had to go for it. I had no idea I had made the time. I wasn’t worried about the clock. I just wanted to

PLACE Continued from page 11 “It feels great,” Anaya said of placing. “This is obviously not what I wanted, but this season has been great. This is my senior year, so this is just bittersweet.

I had high expectations, but things don’t always go your way, so I wouldn’t trade this season for anything.”

Anaya dodged a pair of bullets that could have ended his season early.

After losing to Hunter Rollins of Hersey in the opening round, Anaya would have been eliminated from competition if Rollins lost in the quarterfinals.

He won, placing Anaya in the wrestlebacks.

Again with his back to the wall, Anaya got a take down in the closing two seconds of his first wrestleback match to defeat Lincoln-Way Central’s Max Schneider 4-3 and stay alive.

do what I had to do.”

After the race was over, he looked up at the board and saw his time was just better than the state mark.

“I was thrilled,” Lewellyan said.

“I don’t know what to say about it.

The hard work paid off, definitely.

It’s exciting to represent Benet (at state). We haven’t had anyone go the past couple years. It feels good to break that streak and get going again.”

Now that he is headed to state, which begins Friday, Feb. 22, at New Trier High School in Winnetka, he is looking to set a new mark.

“I want to go for a record at 59.75,” he said. “It’s going to take a lot of practice.”

•Downers South will be represented by Alec Masterson, Josh Jager and Ryan Kujawa at state.

Masterson finished second in the 50 free with a qualifying time of 21.77, while Kujawa won the sectional title in diving with 507.85 points.

Jager finished fourth in diving with 419.95 points. staylor@buglenewspapers.com

He then beat Paul Papoutsis of NewTrier 4-3 as well before getting pinned by Brother Rice’s Nuntreae Jackson in the wrestleback semifinals. In the fifth-place match, he lost 5-3 on overtime to Peter Andreotti of Marist.

Downers South’s Joe Nugent competed in the 126 pound class and was eliminated with a pair of losses to state placers.

In the opening round, he fell to third-place finisher Isaiah White IV, Oak Park-River Forest by a 22-7 technical fall and in the wrestlebacks, he lost 6-0 to fifthplace finisher Nick Nasenbeny of Plainfield Central.

At 285, South’s Mike Hobbs won his opening match by pinning Gino Orlandi of Notre Dame in 3:41. Hobbs lost in the quarterfinals to eventual runner up Andrew Geers of Neuqua Valley 12-0.

In the wrestlebacks, Hobbs was eliminated with a 3-2 loss to Chris McDermand of Libertyville.

•Lisle’s A.J. Pascente competed at the 113 pound class in Class

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Benet’s Patrick Lewellyan is headed to state in the 100 breaststroke after clocking in with a time of 1:00.77 Saturday at the Neuqua Valley Sectional.

1A. He lost his opening match 7-6 to Tate Ruffner of LeRoy and was eliminated with an 11-2 loss to Jarrid Braunagel of Belleville Althoff.

At 138, Lisle’s Ben Buchelt opened the tournament with a 5-3 win over Ben Traub of Prairie Central. In the quarterfinals, he was pinned in 3:40 by eventual state champion Carver James of Dakota. He was eliminated with a 3-0 wrestleback loss to Caleb Thompson of Litchfield.

Brian Czyl also won his opening match for the Lions at 145, beating DJ Morgan of LeRoy 7-6.

In the quarterfinals, he lost 16-2 to state champ Quincy Kalkbrenner of Lena-Winslow and was eliminated with a 7-6 loss to Dylan Knisley of Monticello.

Westmont’s lone qualifier was David McDermott at 220. He fell in the opening round to LeRoy’s Ty Sandy 5-1 and was pinned 56 seconds into his wrestleback prelim by Ben West of Alleman. mark@buglenewspapers.com

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Points per game Jean Pietrzak, Westmont Morris Dunnigan, Joliet West Sean O’Mara, Benet Nick Norton, Downers North Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East Matt Mooney, Notre Dame Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North David McCoy, Niles West Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Ben Moore, Bolingbrook John Solari, Maine South Ryan Peter, JCA Darrin Myers, Minooka Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Pat McInerney, Benet Jordan Cannon, Downers South Rebounds per game Robert Mara, Downers South Pat McInerney, Benet Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Jean Pertrzak, Westmont Eddie Serrano, Notre Dame Sean O’Mara, Benet Devo Goodlow, Plainfield Central Corey Evak, Plainfield North Ryan Peter, JCA David McCoy, Niles West Josh Smith, Plainfield East David Robinson, Lockport John Solari, Maine South Morris Dunnigan, Joliet West

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Assists Kris Pierce, Westmont Jake Maestranzi, Notre Dame Donte Stephenson, Notre Dame Curtis Harringron, Plainfield Central Frank Dounis, Maine South Caleb Demarigny, Maine South Perry Jones, Minooka Pat McInerney, Benet Marcus Fair, Plainfield North Danny Spinuzza, Downers South Christian Diaz, Romeoville Matt Mooney, Notre Dame C.J. Redmond, Bolingbrook Daniel LoGiuarto, Westmont Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Danny Quinn, Maine South Sean O’Mara, Benet Steals Donte Stephenson, Notre Dame Jake Maestranzi, Notre Dame Kris Pierce, Westmont Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Danny Spinuzza, Downers South Jean Pietrzak, Westmont Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Perry Jones, Minooka Daniel LoGiuarto, Westmont C.J. Redmond, Bolingbrook Curtis Harringron, Plainfield Central Ryan Peter, JCA Daniel Dwyer, Westmont Kurt Palandech, Plainfield North Morris Dunnigan, Joliet West Caleb Demarigny, Maine South Kendall Guyton, Bolingbrook

Stats based on coach submissions.

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Jake Hogen, Minooka Nick Norton, Downers North Field Goal % Miles Snowden, Plainfield South Rimas Barsketis, Downers North Shawn Goff, Plainfield South Romeo Magliore, Niles West John Solari, Maine South Ben Moore, Bolingbrook Joe Younan, Niles West Nick Norton, Downers North George Sargeant, Maine South Logan Velasquez, Plainfield Central Free throw % Jake Maestranzi, Notre Dame Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North Scott McNellis, Downers South Ahmad Gibson, Niles West Shakar Washington, JCA Mitch Young, Plainfield Central Perry Jones, Minooka Jimmy Moon, Romeoville Jaylon Richardson, Romeoville Ryan Modiest, Joliet West Donte Stephenson, Notre Dame Rinas Barsketis, Downers North Derrick Lockhart, Lockport Nick Norton, Downers North David Robinson, Lockport 3-pointers Ryan Peter, JCA Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook Jimmy Moon, Romeoville Mitch Young, Plainfield Central Daniel Dwyer, Westmont

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Points per game Carlie Corrigan, Plainfield North Liz Rehberger, Resurrection Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Kiera Currie, Romeoville Nikia Edom, Plainfield East Christen Prasse, Benet Jacqui Grant, Maine South Bernasia Fox, Joliet Central Sarah Costello, Downers North Faith Suggs, Plainfield East Emily Schramek, Benet Regan Carmichael, Maine South Larissa McLemen, Minooka Gabby Williams, Plainfield East Naomi Mayes, Lockport Jaida Green, Downers North Emily Eshoo, Benet Rebounds per game Jasmine Lumpkin, JCA Chavon Banks, Joliet Central Kiera Currie, Romeoville

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Aaliyah Stepney, Joliet West Gabby Williams, Plainfield East Carlie Corrigan, Plainfield North Jacqui Grant, Maine South Chantell Mack, Joliet Central Kate Moriarty, Resurrection Kaitlyn O’Boye, Plainfield North Taylor Weck, Plainfield North Larissa McLemen, Minooka Sarah Costello, Downers North Faith Suggs, Plainfield East Peyton Winters, Downers North Assists Kelly Barzowski, Resurrection Abby Smith, Romeoville Sydney Lilly, Minooka Angelica Osusky, Romeoville Sarah Costello, Downers North Steals Abby Smith, Romeoville Liz Rehberger, Resurrection Sarah Costello, Downers North Nicole Ekhomu, JCA Angelica Osusky, Romeoville Kiera Currie, Romeoville Free Throw % Emily Eshoo, Benet Emily Schramek, Benet Liz Rehberger, Resurrection Erin Heide, Minooka Kiera Currie, Romeoville Nikia Edom, Plainfield East Christen Prasse, Benet Jenae Rowe, Joliet West Alexis Pease, Plainfield Central

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Let wife handle her mom’s overspending issue Dear Dave, My mother-in-law has a serious credit card problem.She can’t afford stuff,but she shops anyway, acquires more and more credit and thinks she’ll pay for it all later somehow.

Her husband has bailed her out a few times, but he’s unwilling to do it anymore. My wife and I, and her sister, want to address this issue, but where do we start?

Jonathan Dear Jonathan, First of all, you need to stay out of the discussion. This is something for her daughters to handle, and her husband needs

to be part of it, too. He’s closer to this and feels the effects more than anyone else in the family.

They need to sit down with her in a closed setting, where there are no interruptions, no television and no one else. Start with the fact that they love her and care about her deeply. This part is really important. But they also have to walk through what’s going on, and let her know they’re tired of watching her destroy herself and her marriage with this immature and irresponsible behavior.

Everyone involved should

understand going in that they’re likely to receive a volatile, angry reaction from this lady.

Sometimes people get ticked off when they hear the truth, especially when it’s connected to their own misbehavior. It may even be a good idea for your wife, her sister and your fatherin-law to get some advice from a family counselor beforehand.

What we’re really talking about here is an intervention.

If she were a drunk, you’d want to try and make her see how alcohol was hurting her and the relationships she has with her family. Basically, she has a credit card addiction, and it’s wreaking havoc on her marriage and their financial well-being. Show as

much love and understanding as possible, but someone has to say something and draw a line in the sand. Otherwise, this behavior will eat everyone alive!

—Dave

Closing whole life Dear Dave, I want to get out of my whole life policy. Should I formally close out the old policy, or just stop paying the premiums?

Anonymous Dear Anonymous, Close out the old policy once you have a good, term life insurance policy in place. I recommend 15- to 20-year level term insurance equal to 10 to 12 times your annual income. For

instance, if you make $40,000 a year, you should have $400,000 to $500,000 in coverage.

Term life insurance is much less expensive than whole life.

Plus, did you know that you lose the part of your whole life policy known as the “savings plan” or “cash value” when you die? They only pay the face amount of the policy. So, close it out and stop pumping money into that thing!

But don’t leave yourself uninsured. Make sure you have the proper coverage in a term policy first. There is never a good time to save money inside a rip-off, whole life, cash value insurance plan!

—Dave

Why is the boss upset about expense reports?

Q. My boss seems to be completely miffed by an expense report I didn’t file. I just can’t believe he doesn’t have more important things to be upset about. He is ready to fire me because I didn’t file one small report. Is there any way to get at what is really going on?

A. You are wise to realize it is absolutely not the expense report that is making him want to fire you. If you want to keep your job, you need to find out which of two situations is going on: 1.He thinks this expense report is an example of a problem he has had over and over with you.

2. The expense report is a trigger for some large emotional issue for your boss.

Your problem solving will be entirely different depending on which of these two scenarios you think is going on. Start by honestly considering whether you tend to screw up paperwork. There is a personality type at work that tends to enjoy big picture issues and blow off administrative tasks as petty.Have you tended to ignore administrative tasks?

If your boss is the opposite personality profile (called on “S” on the Meyers-Briggs test) then details are his life. For you to blow off paperwork is tantamount to you declaring war on what he values. Even if you think curing cancer is the point of your job, if

you don’t file the right paperwork, he will fire you.

If you’ve been inadvertently disrespectful to your boss’s administrative priorities, immediately admit your error and strive to make paperwork important. You will save your job and amaze your boss.

If, however, the problem is your boss has an emotional issue that has been triggered by you not filing paperwork, a different approach would be indicated.

Let’s say that your boss has a huge issue with people thinking he is stupid. Let’s say he believes you think that his request to submit an expense report is ... well, stupid ... can you see the problem here?

People don’t always get mad at us for logical reasons at work. People often are walking around with a long history of emotional issues in one particular area, and then we step right on that land mine.

If your boss has been triggered emotionally by your behavior, you need to meet privately with him.You need to tell him you know it might appear to him that by not filing your expense report you are criticizing his management. You need to ask him to give you information about what it meant to him that you forget to file that report.

In our workplace, the devil really is in the details of what an action, a word or a behavior

means to someone else. We swim in a sea of symbols with other people who are also making up stuff about what we say, do or don’t do. By the way, even if you do think your boss’s request to file paperwork is

stupid, if this is his issue and you want your job, please don’t confess this.

Before you fix a problem in your workplace, you want to start by assessing the origins of the problem. Otherwise, all your

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION PLAINTIFF VS TERRENCE GODFREY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF TERRANCE GODFREY, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 10 CH 005166 2333 CHARMINGFARE DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on April 3, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on April 4, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-25-402-020 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2333 CHARMINGFARE DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: RED BRICK SPLIT LEVEL SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $289,281.48. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1023885 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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THE BUGLE FEBRUARY 20, 2013

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE OF MASTR ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGES TRUST 2007-3 PLAINTIFF, -vsKARIN E. FORMENTO; THE CONDOMINIUM RESIDENCES AT SEVEN BRIDGES ASSOICATION; THE SEVEN BRIDGES COMMON AREA MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATION; DEFENDANTS 09 CH 6331 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on December 3, 2012; John E. Zaruba, Sheriff, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, will on March 5, 2013 at 10:00 AM, at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Dupage County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/ or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 6420 Double Eagle Drive, Unit 1205, Woodridge, IL 60517 Permanent Index No.: 08-22-207-388 and 08-022-207-193 Improvements: Homeowners/Condominium Association Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $308,561.72.

Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 The notice of sale of a common interest community or a condominium unit under subsection (c) of Section 15-1507 of the Code of Civil Procedure shall state that the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. The statement of assessment account issued by the association to a unit owner under subsection (i) of Section 18 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, and the disclosure statement issued to a prospective purchaser under Section 22.1 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, shall state the amount of the assessments and the legal fees, if any, required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. If the property being sold is a condominium, you are admonished to read the responsibilities created under Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED

BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I506218 Published 2/6, 2/13, 2/20

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CHASE HOME FINANCE, LLC PLAINTIFF, -vsCYNTHIA BODMER; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 299 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 29, 2012; John E. Zaruba, Sheriff, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, will on March 5, 2013 at 10:00 AM, at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Dupage County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 4833 Northcott Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 Permanent Index No.: 09-07-109-008-0000 Improvements: Residential Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $311,511.62. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I506289

“THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” W12-1766 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Bank of America, N.A.; Plaintiff, VS. Muhammad F. Bakhtiar; Village Square Homeowners` Association; Village Square IV Condominium Association; Fauzia Hussain; Defendants.

12 CH 2413 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on March 19, 2013, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 7315 Winthrop Way, Unit 10, Downers Grove, IL 60516 PIN: 09-29-218-036 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W12-1766. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Condo. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W12-1766 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I507509

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC PLAINTIFF VS BARBARA WISNIEWSKI AKA BARBARA S WISNIEWSKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 5320 5253 BELMONT ROAD DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 20, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on March 26, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-12-408011 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5253 BELMONT ROAD DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515 Description of Improvements: 1 STORY HOME WITH DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $172,854.19. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1122958 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. S/B/M TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP PLAINTIFF VS ELIZABETH DOMINGUEZ; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.; WINSTON HILLS NO. 1 ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 003235 2711 HOBSON ROAD UNIT 5 WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 20, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on March 26, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-23-209-104 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2711 HOBSON ROAD UNIT 5 WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: MULTI UNIT CONDO WITH NO GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $124,358.86. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\ service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1109831 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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THE BUGLE FEBRUARY 20, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, -v.EVAINE F. ALERIA A/K/A EVAINE F. ALELIA, et al Defendant 12 CH 3344 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 19, 2012, the Sheriff of DuPage County will at 10:00 AM on March 21, 2013, at the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, WHEATON, IL, 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2240 COUNTRY CLUB DR., Woodridge, IL 60517 Property Index No. 08-25417-008 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $78,075.65.

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. , 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020. Please refer to file number 12-2222-20642.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS BAC HOME LOANS SERIVICNG, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP PLAINTIFF VS JEFFREY K FORD A/K/A JEFFREY FORD; HARRIS N.A. FKA HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JEFFREY K FORD, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 002770 6503 MACARTHUR DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 20, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on March 26, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:TAX NO. 08-23-201-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 6503 MACARTHUR DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME. TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $236,197.90. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1103176 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Trust 2006-2 PLAINTIFF Vs. Paul M. Cappetta; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 004248 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/17/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 3/28/13 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-01-411-040 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4521 Pershing Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-24740.

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State of Illinois, County of DuPage, ss.

In the Circuit Court of the 18th Judicial District County Department, Chancery Division.

TCF National Bank, Plaintiff, vs.

Olegario Mercado; Woodridge Center Manor Homeowners’ Association; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants., 12 CH 4199.

Public notice is hereby given that, pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois, will on Thursday, March 21, 2013, at the hour of Ten o’clock A.M., at the DuPage County Sheriff’s office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in DuPage County, Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit: Improved with: SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE Commonly known as: 2346 CAMBRIDGE LANE, WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Permanent Index No.: 08-24-420-034 Sale shall be under the following terms: 10% of the highest bid in the form of cash, cashier’s check or certified check at the time of sale and the balance within 24 hrs. in the form of cash, cashier’s check or certified check.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, any prior first mortgage, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

735 ILCS 5/15 1507.1. Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. (a) Upon and at the sale of residential real estate under Section 15 1507, the purchaser shall pay to the person conducting the sale pursuant to Section 15 1507 a fee for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, a special fund created in the State treasury. The fee shall be calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, as reflected in the receipt of sale issued to the purchaser, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lien or acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon confirmation of the sale under Section 15 1508, the person conducting the sale shall remit the fee to the clerk of the court in which the foreclosure case is pending. The clerk shall remit the fee to the State Treasurer as provided in this Section, to be expended for the purposes set forth in Section 7.31 of the Illinois Housing Development Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: David T. Cohen, David T. Cohen & Associates, Ltd., Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 10729 W. 159th Street, Orland Park, IL 60467, Tel No. (708) 460-7711.

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I508408 Published 2/13, 2/20, 2/27

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS JOSE PEREZ; PATRICIA N. PEREZ; THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 3849 2735 75TH STREET WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 18, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on March 21, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-25300-003-0000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2735 75TH STREET WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME; TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $222,135.42. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1213568 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC PLAINTIFF VS BARBARA WISNIEWSKI AKA BARBARA S WISNIEWSKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 5320 5253 BELMONT ROAD DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 20, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on March 26, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 47, BLOCK 4, IN ARTHUR T. MCINTOSH AND COMPANY’S HIGHLAND WOODS ADDITION TO BELMONT A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST HALF OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND ALSO PART OF THE WEST HALF OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-12408-011 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5253 BELMONT ROAD DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60515 Description of Improvements: 1 STORY HOME WITH DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $172,854.19. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”.

The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1122958 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

“THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” W12-1766 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Bank of America, N.A.; Plaintiff, VS. Muhammad F. Bakhtiar; Village Square Homeowners` Association; Village Square IV Condominium Association; Fauzia Hussain; Defendants.

12 CH 2413 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on March 19, 2013, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff`s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: PARCEL 1: UNIT 18 IN BUILDING 17 TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS OF VILLAGE SQUARE IV CONDOMINIUM IN THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO A DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM AND PLAT OF SURVEY ATTACHED THERETO AS EXHIBIT “A”, RECORDED NOVEMBER 16, 1972 AS DOCUMENT R72-70547, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R74-20356, IN DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF ENJOYMENT GRANTED BY DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND EASEMENTS OF VILLAGE SQUARE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION RECORDED NOVEMBER 26, 1971, AS DOCUMENT R71-60960 AND BY SUPPLEMENTARY DECLARATION RECORDED NOVEMBER 16, 1972 AS DOCUMENT R72-70548.

C/K/A: 7315 Winthrop Way, Unit 10, Downers Grove, IL 60516 PIN: 09-29-218-036 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W121766. The terms of the sale are Cash.

10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Condo. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W12-1766 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. S/B/M TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP PLAINTIFF VS ELIZABETH DOMINGUEZ; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.; WINSTON HILLS NO. 1 ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 003235 2711 HOBSON ROAD UNIT 5 WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 20, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on March 26, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: UNIT 2-4 IN AREA 13 AS SHOWN AND IDENTIFIED ON THE PLAT OF SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: LOT L IN WINSTON HILLS UNIT 3, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PARTS OF SECTIONS 23 AND 24, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH PLAT OF SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NO. R71-1097, AS AMENDED, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED JANUARY 27, 1971 AS DOCUMENT R71-3181, TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, AS DEFINED AND SET FORTH IN THE SAID DECLARATION AND SURVEY. TAX NO. 08-23-209-104 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2711 HOBSON ROAD UNIT 5 WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: MULTI UNIT CONDO WITH NO GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $124,358.86. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602.

Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1109831 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, -v.EVAINE F. ALERIA A/K/A EVAINE F. ALELIA, et al Defendant 12 CH 3344 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 19, 2012, the Sheriff of DuPage County will at 10:00 AM on March 21, 2013, at the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, WHEATON, IL, 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: UNIT 8G, BUILDING 36, IN WOODRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB CONDOMINIUM NUMBER 5 AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCELS OF REAL ESTATE: BUILDING 36 THROUGH 42, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘’A’’ TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM (‘’CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION’’) RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R77-120298 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, IN DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1 AS CREATED BY THE DECLARATION OF EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS AND COVENANTS FOR THE WOODRIDGE COUNTRY CLUB CONDOMINIUM HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION DATED DECEMBER 30, 1977 AND RECORDED DECEMBER 30, 1977 AS DOCUMENT R77-120293 AND THE FIRST AMENDMENT THERETO RECORDED SEPTEMBER 14, 1978 AS DOCUMENT R78-87953 AS DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT ‘’E’’ THEREIN. PARCEL 3: EASEMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1 AS CREATED BY EASEMENT AGREEMENT DATED FEBRUARY 15, 1973 AND RECORDED MAY 30, 1973 IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R73-30957 FOR THE RIGHTS OF INGRESS, EGRESS, USE AND ENJOYMENT OF THE DRIVEWAYS AND WALKWAYS. Commonly known as 2240 COUNTRY CLUB DR., Woodridge, IL 60517 Property Index No. 08-25-417-008 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $78,075.65. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. , 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020. Please refer to file number 12-2222-20642.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS BAC HOME LOANS SERIVICNG, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP PLAINTIFF VS JEFFREY K FORD A/K/A JEFFREY FORD; HARRIS N.A. FKA HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JEFFREY K FORD, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 002770 6503 MACARTHUR DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 20, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on March 26, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 41 IN BLOCK 14 IN WINSTON HILLS UNIT TWO, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 14 AND 23, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JUNE 7, 1965 AS DOCUMENT R6519257, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-23-201-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 6503 MACARTHUR DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME. TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $236,197.90. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602.

Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1103176 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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State of Illinois, County of DuPage, ss.

In the Circuit Court of the 18th Judicial District County Department, Chancery Division.

TCF National Bank, Plaintiff, vs.

Olegario Mercado; Woodridge Center Manor Homeowners’ Association; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants., 12 CH 4199.

Public notice is hereby given that, pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois, will on Thursday, March 21, 2013, at the hour of Ten o’clock A.M., at the DuPage County Sheriff’s office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in DuPage County, Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment, to wit: LOT 1 IN WOODRIDGE CENTER UNIT 15, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LYING SOUTH OF THE INDIAN BOUNDARY LANE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 10, 1985 AS DOCUMENT R85-76040, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Improved with: SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE Commonly known as: 2346 CAMBRIDGE LANE, WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Permanent Index No.: 08-24-420-034 Sale shall be under the following terms: 10% of the highest bid in the form of cash, cashier’s check or certified check at the time of sale and the balance within 24 hrs. in the form of cash, cashier’s check or certified check.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, any prior first mortgage, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

735 ILCS 5/15 1507.1. Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund. (a) Upon and at the sale of residential real estate under Section 15 1507, the purchaser shall pay to the person conducting the sale pursuant to Section 15 1507 a fee for deposit into the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, a special fund created in the State treasury. The fee shall be calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser to the person conducting the sale, as reflected in the receipt of sale issued to the purchaser, provided that in no event shall the fee exceed $300. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lien or acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. Upon confirmation of the sale under Section 15 1508, the person conducting the sale shall remit the fee to the clerk of the court in which the foreclosure case is pending. The clerk shall remit the fee to the State Treasurer as provided in this Section, to be expended for the purposes set forth in Section 7.31 of the Illinois Housing Development Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: David T. Cohen, David T. Cohen & Associates, Ltd., Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 10729 W. 159th Street, Orland Park, IL 60467, Tel No. (708) 460-7711.

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CHASE HOME FINANCE, LLC PLAINTIFF, -vsCYNTHIA BODMER; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 299 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 29, 2012; John E. Zaruba, Sheriff, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, will on March 5, 2013 at 10:00 AM, at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Dupage County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: LOT 195 IN BRANIGAR BROTHERS’ WOODED HOMESITES, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 2, 1920 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 144598, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 4833 Northcott Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515 Permanent Index No.: 09-07-109-0080000 Improvements: Residential Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $311,511.62.

Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Long Beach Mortgage Trust 2006-2 PLAINTIFF Vs. Paul M. Cappetta; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 004248 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 12/17/2012, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 3/28/13 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 15 IN BLOCK 10 IN ARTHUR T. MCINTOSH AND CO’S BELMONT COUNTRY CLUB ADDITION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PARTS OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AND SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 18, 1927 AS DOCUMENT 235837, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 08-01-411-040 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4521 Pershing Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-24740.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE OF MASTR ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGES TRUST 2007-3 PLAINTIFF, -vsKARIN E. FORMENTO; THE CONDOMINIUM RESIDENCES AT SEVEN BRIDGES ASSOICATION; THE SEVEN BRIDGES COMMON AREA MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATION; DEFENDANTS 09 CH 6331 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on December 3, 2012; John E. Zaruba, Sheriff, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, will on March 5, 2013 at 10:00 AM, at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twentyfour (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Dupage County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages.

The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: PARCEL 1: UNIT 1205 AND PARKING SPACE P-151 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN THE CONDOMINIUM RESIDENCES AT SEVEN BRIDGES, AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED SEPTEMBER 18TH, 2006 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R2006181178, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE FOR STORAGE PURPOSES IN AND TO STORAGE SPACE NUMBER S12-1C, A LIMITED COMMON ELEMENT, AS SET FORTH AND DEFINED IN SAID DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM AND SURVEY ATTACHED THERETO, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6420 Double Eagle Drive, Unit 1205, Woodridge, IL 60517 Permanent Index No.: 08-22-207-388 and 08-022207-193 Improvements: Homeowners/Condominium Association Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $308,561.72.

Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 The notice of sale of a common interest community or a condominium unit under subsection (c) of Section 15-1507 of the Code of Civil Procedure shall state that the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. The statement of assessment account issued by the association to a unit owner under subsection (i) of Section 18 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, and the disclosure statement issued to a prospective purchaser under Section 22.1 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act, shall state the amount of the assessments and the legal fees, if any, required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. If the property being sold is a condominium, you are admonished to read the responsibilities created under Section 9 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED

BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION.

Pubished 2/13, 2/20, 2/27

I506585

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC, AssetBacked Certificates, Series 2006-HE7 Plaintiff, vs.

Kathy Shier a/k/a Kathy L. Shier a/k/a Kathy L. Shier Sr.; Farmingdale North No. 1 Condominium Association; Arrow Financial Services, LLC; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants.

12 CH 4513 Property Address: 7401 Black Burn Avenue Unit 105, Downers Grove, Illinois 60516 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Kathy Shier a/k/a Kathy L. Shier a/k/a Kathy L. Shier Sr. and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: UNIT 105-I TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN FARMINGDALE NORTH CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R7230228, IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 09-29-215-101 Said property is commonly known as: 7401 Black Burn Avenue Unit 105, Downers Grove, Illinois 60516, and which said mortgage(s) was/ were made by Kathy Shier a/k/a Kathy L. Shier a/k/a Kathy L. Shier Sr. and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number R2006-108217 and for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and that said suit is now pending.

NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at DUPAGE County on or before March 8, 2013, a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint.

This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Steven C. Lindberg Attorney for Plaintiff FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60563 630-983-0770 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax)

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I506289 Published 2/6, 2/13, 2/20

I506218 Published 2/6, 2/13, 2/20

I505238 Published 2/6, 2/13, 2/20

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THE BUGLE FEBRUARY 20, 2013 LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

LEGAL SHERIFF’S SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS JOSE PEREZ; PATRICIA N. PEREZ; THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 3849 2735 75TH STREET WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on December 18, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on March 21, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 241 IN WOODRIDGE - UNIT NUMBER 3, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 25 AND 26, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 16, 1959 AS DOCUMENT 944060 AND AMENDMENT RECORDED MARCH 17, 1960 AS DOCUMENT 958767, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-25-300-003-0000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2735 75TH STREET WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME; TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $222,135.42. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602.

Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1213568 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION PLAINTIFF VS TERRENCE GODFREY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF TERRANCE GODFREY, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 10 CH 005166 2333 CHARMINGFARE DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on April 3, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on April 4, 2013, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 37 IN CHARMINGFARE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25 TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 5, 1976 AS DOCUMENT R76-26911, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF DUPAGE AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-25-402-020 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2333 CHARMINGFARE DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: RED BRICK SPLIT LEVEL SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $289,281.48. Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602.

Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1023885 Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC PLAINTIFF VS IVONETE A. ARAUJO; MICHAEL K. SIMMONS; CITIBANK, N.A.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 12 CH 003241 970 VALLEY VIEW DRIVE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, IVONETE A. ARAUJO; MICHAEL K. SIMMONS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: THE NORTH 130 FEET AS MEASURED ALONG THE WEST LINE AND PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF THE WEST 255 FEET AS MEASURED ALONG THE NORTH LINE AND PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTH 330 FEET OF THE NORTH 990 FEET THEREOF, THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER OF SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as: 970 VALLEY VIEW DRIVE DOWNERS GROVE, IL 60516 and which said Mortgage was made by, IVONETE A. ARAUJO; MICHAEL K. SIMMONS; Mortgagor (s), to M.E.R.S., INC. AS NOMINEE FOR UNITED FINANCIAL MORTGAGE CORP. Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DU PAGE County, Illinois, as Document No. 006-068359; and for other relief.

UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, Chris Kachiroubas DuPage Judicial Center 505 N. County Farm Rd. Wheaton, Illinois 60187 on or before March 22, 2013, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES Attorneys for Plaintiff Thirteenth Floor 1 North Dearborn Chicago, Illinois 60602 Tel. (312) 346-9088 Fax (312) 346-1557 Email: pleadings@atty-pierce.com PA 1205058

I505204 Published 2/6, 2/13, 2/20

I509045 Published 2/20, 2/27, 3/6

I509853 Published 2/20, 2/27, 3/6

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Retire Smart: Overcoming vicious cycle of greed and fear

By Jill Schlesinger Tribune Media Services

The stock market has been on a roll, reaching new five-year highs and approaching all-time nominal (not inflation-adjusted) highs, which is tempting many investors to jump back into the fray.

TrimTabs reports that investors have poured a record-setting $55 billion into equity-related mutual and exchange-traded funds in the first four weeks of 2013, but is the optimism warranted?

There are a number of very good reasons for the rises in stocks.

First, let’s look abroad, where the outlook has improved. After two years of non-stop worry about the European “PIIGS” (Portugal, Ireland, Italy, Greece and Spain) and the debt crisis, the euro zone is no longer on the precipice of disaster.Additionally, when China’s red-hot property market imploded, many worried that the Chinese government would not be able

to manage an orderly coolingoff, its economy would come to screeching halt and the miracle would come to end. That muchfeared “hard economic landing” in China never came to fruition and recent data suggest that the country is resuming a more consistent pace of growth. Finally, the election of a new government in Japan has been a shot in the arm for that country’s multi-decade economic stagnation.

In the U.S., the Congressional decision to delay the debt ceiling debate until May eased investors’ concerns in the near term. There are other political and fiscal deadlines that loom, but none quite as severe as a potential U.S. default. Another bright spot is the housing market, which bottomed in 2012 and is starting to contribute to economic growth, rather than detract from it.Perhaps the biggest boost to stocks has come from the Federal Reserve, which is likely to maintain its low

interest-rate policies (including the monthly purchase of $85 billion worth of bonds) until the national unemployment rate drops to 6.5 percent.

Taken together, these factors have created a tailwind for stocks.

But does that mean you should be more aggressive with your retirement assets? The answer is a resounding NO! If you have been avoiding risk for the past few years, you have done so for a reason: you did not want to take the stock market roller-coaster ride. Now that equities are up about 5 percent this year (not to mention that they’ve more than doubled since their low in March 2009), your inclination to dive back into stocks could just be because of the pesky voice of Greed whispering in your ear.

You might remember that guy, the one who persuades you that you are missing out on market booms after prices have already gone up. Greed is usually right

about the market for a short time.

Then, when the bottom falls out, his alter ego, Fear, shows up to convince you to sell everything.

All of the sudden, your emotions ensnare you in a Greed/Fear tugof-war in which you are buying high and selling low.

Compare that with a balanced approach that helps keep those emotions in check. Investors who create and adhere to long-term plans periodically rebalance their retirement accounts. Here’s an example of how it might work in practice: Joe has been retired for five years and manages his investments by himself. Every few months, he checks his accounts to make sure that his 50-50 split between stocks and bonds remains in balance. When he last checked, his equity position had swelled to 55 percent because of the recent stock market rise. He diligently sells 5 percent of his stocks and rotates the proceeds into bonds.

In other words, he forces himself

to sell high and buy low, the exact opposite of what happens when Greed and Fear control his investment decisions.

The benefit of rebalancing is that instead of chasing stocks higher, you can be confident about selling as the market makes new highs and equally confident that you will buy when it drops to the lows.

Following a disciplined approach is never more important than when the market swings in either direction, and Greed and Fear come a-calling. Protect yourself and your assets by avoiding emotion-driven decision making.

Jill Schlesinger, CFP, is the Editor-at-Large for www.CBSMoneyWatch.com. She covers the economy, markets, investing or anything else with a dollar sign on her podcast and blog, Jill on Money, as well as on television and radio. She welcomes comments and questions at askjill@moneywatch.com.

Mayo Clinic: Take steps to sharpen memory as you age

By Tribune Media Services

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Is it true that there are things I can do to prevent memory loss as I age?

I’m 48 and feel like my memory is very poor compared to just a few years ago.

ANSWER: Commonly, memory becomes less efficient as we age.

Although there’s no surefire way to prevent memory loss, you can take steps that may help. If memory loss begins to interfere with your day-to-day activities, though, or if changes in memory concern you, talk to your doctor.

As people get older, the number of cells, or neurons, in the brain decreases. That decrease can make it harder to learn new things or remember familiar words or names. You may have difficulty recalling names of acquaintances, for example, or trouble finding your reading glasses or car keys.

Some people become concerned that those memory lapses could signal the beginning of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.

That’s rarely the case.

A number of lifestyle changes can often help sharpen your memory. First, stay active physically and mentally. Physical activity increases blood flow to your body, including your brain, and that can help your memory.

So, take a brisk walk, or go biking, swimming or skiing. Do whatever

you enjoy to stay active on a regular basis.

Physical activity helps keep your body in shape, and intellectual activity can do likewise for your brain. Reading, writing, attending movies or plays, playing games or discussing current events can be mentally engaging activities.

Again, find the activities you like, and stick with them.

Second, stay or get involved in a social network.As you get older, avoid the tendency some people have to withdraw from others.

Interact with your family and friends, civic organizations, a faith or other community. Being with others can help lower your risk of depression and reduce stress.

Both may have a role in memory loss.

Third, eat a healthy diet. In general, a diet that keeps your heart healthy can do the same for your brain. Such a diet typically includes whole grains; lean meat, poultry and fish; and at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. Also, drink plenty of water and limit the amount of alcohol you drink, as dehydration and too much alcohol can both lead to confusion and possibly memory loss.

Fourth, stay organized. You can structure daily activities to decrease the likelihood that you will forget what you need to do

or where something is located.

Making lists, putting items away where they belong and getting rid of unneeded clutter can help. Finally, as much as possible, focus on one thing at a time.

Multitasking may feel efficient but can become stressful and distracting. Neither is good for your memory.

If you try these lifestyle changes and memory still seems to be a significant problem, or if you’re worried about recent memory changes, make an appointment to see your primary care doctor.The doctor can discuss your symptoms with you and review your family medical history and medications or dietary supplements you’re taking. In some cases, memory loss can be a side effect of certain drugs. Your doctor may also talk with you about your stress level or any major life changes you’ve experienced.

Together, you and your doctor can sort through the issues that may be contributing to memory loss and decide on the best course of action. - Ronald C. Petersen, M.D., Ph.D., Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn.

Medical Edge from Mayo Clinic is an educational resource and doesn’t replace regular medical care. E-mail

a question to medicaledge(AT SIGN) mayo.edu , or write: Medical Edge from Mayo Clinic, c/o TMS, 2225 Kenmore

Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, N.Y., 14207.

For more information, visit www. mayoclinic.org.

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