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3 victims identified in fatal crash

CITY AFFAIRS we cannot afford to lose track of thousands of gun owners wIth crImInal convIctIon. l aw enforcement needs to contact everyone wIth a revoked fIrearm lIcense and make sure that they don’t have guns.”

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

- COOK COuNTy COmmISSIONEr EDWIN rEyES, CHAIr OF THE COmmITTEE AND A FOrmEr ILLINOIS STATE POLICE OFFICEr

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he Cook County board’s law enforcement committee recently held an informational meeting concerning Concealed Carry, ahead of the new law’s implementation next year.

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Cara Smith, chief of policy and communications for the sheriff’s office, speaking to the law enforcement committee about Concealed Carry and the FOID Act amendment.

The three victims of a fatal car crash with a Village of Skokie garbage truck were identified this week.

The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office identified Chicago residents Won Suk Lim, 56; his wife, Jung Ran Min, 50, and their friend, Jung Rye Kim, 65, as those found in the flaming wreckage after the accident Oct. 15.

All three were killed after a village of Skokie garbage truck struck a passenger car at 12:45 p.m. at the intersection of Harlem Avenue and Harrison Street in Glenview that day.

Glenview police, firefighters and members of the Major Crash Assistance Team responded to the accident, and both vehicles were removed from the scene by 5 p.m.

The charred passenger vehicle was taken to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office after the collision, and the victims were initially unidentifiable.

In a statement posted to the village website last week, Skokie officials said the garbage truck was on its way to the Glenview transfer station when the accident happened.The garbage truck driver, who has been employed with the Village of Skokie for about 19 years, was not injured.The garbage truck was transported to a local tow company for further inspection.

No charges had been released as of press time, and Glenview police are still investigating the incident.

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News CONCEALED Continued from page 1 The Cook County board’s law enforcement committee recently held an informational meeting concerning Concealed Carry, ahead of the new law’s implementation next year.

The committee met Oct. 23 and featured testimony from Cook County Sheriff’s office staff to elaborate on the county’s application process and how it will dispense Concealed Carry permits next year.

One item that stuck out during the meeting’s agenda was the clarification of an amendment to the Firearms Owners’ Identification Act (FOID). FOID cards are supposed to protect the public from dangerous people owning firearms, so the state can revoke FOID cards from those with mental illness, felonies and protection orders.

While it’s already illegal to buy guns without a card, the amendment allows law enforcement to issue a warrant to search for and seize firearms from the home from someone with a revoked FOID card.

“We cannot afford to lose track of thousands of gun owners with criminal conviction,” said Cook County Commissioner Edwin Reyes, chair of the committee and a former Illinois State Police officer. “Law enforcement needs to contact everyone with a revoked firearm license and make sure that they don’t have guns.”

To date, over 4,000 people in Cook County have failed to surrender their revoked FOID cards to the state, according to the sheriff’s office. Because of that since July, the Cook County Sheriff’s has had a team traveling throughout the suburbs to seize guns from thousands of people whose Firearm Owner’s Identification Cards have been revoked. While the Chicago Police Department regularly heads out to recover revoked FOID cards and seize owner’s guns, Cook County’s suburbs had not yet had a concerted

coordinated effort to do the same thing until this past summer.

“Part of the problem we have is that FOID has been underfunded historically,”said Cara Smith, chief of policy and communications for the sheriff’s office told the committee.

She said nearly every gun in circulation begins as a legal purchase, but a revoked cardholder’s firearm could potentially end up involved in violent crimes with or without the original owner’s knowledge.

Up until now, the FOID Act required gun owners return only their cards; not necessarily their firearms.

“Logistically, [enforcing this] going to be cumbersome,” Smith said. In addition to the 4,000 revoked FOID cardholders the sheriff will be reviewing, there are about 360,000 valid FOID cardholders who could potentially apply for Concealed Carry permits in Cook County.

“That’s ridiculous,” said William Jay Smith, a member of the Morton Grove Legion Post 134 and a member of its gun club.

He said the FOID amendment reeked of Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s ongoing discrimination of legal gun owners.“I think it’s probably in violation of the constitution’s Fourth Amendment of unreasonable searches and seizures.”

Officials say that since the state’s Concealed Carry permit application process will allow people to carry a firearm on their person, they want to use their limited resources to make sure only responsible citizens are going to be armed in public.

Smith also said that while Concealed Carry permit applications will be available on the Illinois State Police website

by Jan. 5, realistically people who successfully apply wouldn’t be able to carry a gun on their person until at least April because of the number of applications they’re expecting to process.

Individuals licensed to carry a concealed firearm under the Firearm Concealed Carry Act are prohibited from carrying a

firearm on, or into, any of the prohibited areas listed under Section 65 of the statute, which includes schools, airports, casinos, taverns, mass transit and government facilities among other places.

Also private property owners may also prohibit individuals from carrying a concealed firearm on, or into, property under their control.

Concealed Carry applicants must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid FOID card, and not have been convicted or found guilty of a misdemeanor involving the use or threat of physical force or violence to any person within the last five years; two or more violations related to driving while under the influence within the last

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five years; not be the subject of a pending arrest warrant, prosecution, or proceeding for an offense or action that could lead to disqualification; or not have been in residential or courtordered treatment for alcoholism, alcohol detoxification, or drug treatment within the last five years.

Additionally applicants are required to undergo 16 hours of training, be fingerprinted and pay a $150 fee.

Also, within 10 days of application, the Illinois State Police must enter the applicant’s information into a database searchable by federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, attorney general, state’s attorney and authorized court personnel.

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law enforcement can object to an application on the grounds of “reasonable suspicion that the applicant is a danger to self or others, or a threat to public safety.” Illinois State Police then submit the objection and application to the Concealed Carry Licensing Board within 10 days of completing background checks and a decision must be issued within 30 days, unless additional info is requested.

“More law-abiding folks will be armed,” say Reyes. “Each police department will have to take that into account in their training and their philosophy when they put their men and women through their academy.

It’s something they’ll have to deal with each time they come in contact with the public.”

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Daniel Shmelevich, 28, of 10300 block of Michael Todd Terrace, Glenview, was charged Oct. 24 with two counts of first degree murder.

Shmelevich was previously charged with reckless homicide with a motor vehicle, driving under the influence of an intoxicating compound and improper lane usage, following a fatal car accident that occurred on Sept. 22 in the 1000 block of Milwaukee Ave. That accident left a Morton Grove husband and wife dead from injuries sustained in the crash. He is being held without bond and is scheduled to appear in court again on Nov. 6.

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The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Morton Grove, Niles, and Park Ridge Police Departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

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Steve M. Sullivan, 30, of the 10000 block of Linda Lane, Glenview, was arrested Oct. 19 in Golf Mill Center for Retail Theft.

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Alexander G. Richardson, 21, of the 1100 block of N. Sussex, Libertyville, was arrested Oct. 20 in the 8600 block of Milwaukee for two counts Aggravated DUI and No Valid Driver License.

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Jozef Kotlowski, 57, of the 8800 block of Robin, Des Plaines, was arrested Oct. 19 in the 8600 block of Dempster for retail theft.

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Norma Y. Balderas, 35, of the 1700 block of E. Lincoln, Des Plaines, was arrested Oct. 19 in Golf Mill Center for Retail Theft.

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Priscilla J. Rivera, 24, of the 9900 block of N. Holly Lane, Des Plaines, was arrested Oct. 20 in the 8100 block of Milwaukee for Driving with Suspended License.

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Stephanie M. Rodriguez, 40, of the 4800 block of Greenleaf, Skokie, was arrested Oct. 21 at the intersection of Caldwell & Howard Street for Driving with Suspended License.

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Serge Siniak, 37, of the 60 block of Wellesley Ct, Northbrook, was arrested Oct. 21 in Golf Mill Center for DUI and Endangering the Life of a Child.

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Michael J. Volk, 54, of the 1700 block of Dexter Ln, Des Plaines, was arrested Oct. 23 in the 8100 block of Oakton for DUI.

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Dempster for Trespassing.

Eleni Athanasopoulos, 52, of the 1500 block of Executive Ln., Glenview, was arrested Oct. 15 at the intersection of Devon & Canfield for Driving Without a License and No Valid Insurance.

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Klaudia Tymecka, 19, of the 11700 block of S. Kedvale, Alsip, was arrested Oct. 16 in the 2300 block of Dempster for No Valid Drivers License.

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Clay Geschke, 51, of the 2700 block of De Cook, Park Ridge, was arrested Oct. 14 in the 2700 block of De Cook for Disorderly Conduct.

A 16 yr old from Park Ridge was arrested Oct. 16 in the 800 block of S. Home for Possession of Tobacco/ Possession of Cannabis.

Harold McKinny-Ealy, 20, of the 2100 block of Ash St., Des Plaines, was arrested Oct. 15 in the 1700 block of W.

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Niles officials fear overregulation in 2030 Plan Overregulation for small business owners, property owners also a concern

lead to overregulation of small businesses and property owners that would scare them away from relocating to Niles.

“It’s always of major concern

By Alex V. Hernandez for Niles, who has been as we move forward that as we Staff Reporter actively promoting industrial revise the building codes we’re and business corridors for not getting too restrictive,” said Members of the Niles development within the village. Trustee Joe LoVerde.

2030 Plan implementation However the committee also He agreed with the subcommittee and the Niles said the village could do more to committee and asked the board board of trustees worry the get information out to residents, to be vigilant that building and new plan could potentially community organizations property codes don’t become scare away small businesses and businesses so they better too restrictive. with overregulation. understand their role in the plan “Listening to the 2030 plan,it is “We’re making steady progress, and can get involved moving it apparent that the village of Niles but there’s also a lot of work forward. is at a crossroads,” said Mayor ahead,” said A n d r e w Mike Shields, a Przybylo. He knowIng what I know about the member of the said he felt plan, I have a sense that people subcommittee the village are gravItatIng towards nIles.” who spoke to was leaving the board Oct. - mAyOr ANDrEW PrZyByLO a period of 22. austerity and The board moving into was presented with a quarterly Additionally, Shields was a period of growth. “Knowing update of the plan that concerned recommendations what I know about the plan, essentially took about 140 pages from consultants hired by I have a sense that people are of information and condensed the village are “cookie cutter” gravitating towards Niles.” it into 40 pages of the plan’s boilerplate plans that could He also acknowledged the progress since the last update. potentially harm the village. village board would vote next “You can take [this “A lot of villages get in trouble month on whether it wants to information] and set a forward- because they take these plans pursue a 4.9 percent increase looking goal,” said Fred Kudert, without question,” said Shields. the tax property levy for the another member of the He added he didn’t think Niles village to fund its pensions. committee. would get into those kinds Because of this Przybylo, The report lauded the Bike of problems, as he felt the announced the creation of two Niles event and the new village would scrutinize any task forces focused on economic commission for economic recommendations given to them development for the village. development, specifically by the experts the village hires.

The first will focus on finding Ross Klicker, the economic The committee also was development coordinator concerned the 2030 plan might

THE NILES 2030 PLAN • The report lauded the Bike Niles event and the new commission for economic development • The committee also said the village could do more to get information out to residents, community • The committee also was concerned the 2030 plan might lead to overregulation of small businesses and property owners • The village board plan to vote next month on whether it wants to pursue a 4.9 percent increase the tax property levy for the village to fund its pensions • Board will also explore possible viability of bringing video gambling to the village legislative and funding solutions to help increase the quality of life for Niles residents.

The taskforce will feature among its members Trustees LoVerde and George Alpogianis, as well as James Callero from the Niles plan commission and zoning board, among others.

Przybylo said he expected a report from this task force by Feb. 1.

The second board would focus on gathering testimony from knowledgeable sources on the viability of bringing video

gambling to the village.

“Gambling is a vice, but there are benefits to the village,” said Przybylo, who added that he had not yet decided if he was for or against it in Niles.

Trustee Rosemary Palicki said that while she was at a recent NWMC meeting, its first hours were dedicated to consultants training those present to become good lobbyists at Springfield for funds and legislation that benefit their municipalities.

“It might be something that the [first] task force might want

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The newly renovated interior of Kappy’s American Grill.

Kappy’s reopens with new interior, menu and name

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

After a month long renovation of the restaurant, Kappy’s Pancake House reopened Oct. 15 as Kappy’s American Grill.

While the restaurant kept the classic dinner and breakfast items it’s known for, the new menu also added a new barbecue section featuring brown sugar pork chops, slow-smoked chicken, baby-back ribs and beef candy baskets.

Kappy’s staff said so far the most popular new item on the menu is the Blue Moon Infused Skirt Steak; a center cut skirt marinated with Blue Moon beer, chipotle and cilantro.

The driving force behind the renovation was a desire to expand upon Kappy’s dinner menu and expand it to include more grilled and barbecue items. Additionally beer, wine and cocktails will now be served, and the new floor layout includes a separate area for private parties once the village

approves the business’s liquor license application.

Kappy’s has been in business for over 34 years in the Niles and Morton Grove area, and the major renovation resulted a new wide-open dining area with more intimate two-seat tables instead of booths or dividing walls, and new hardwood floors replace the green carpeting that once graced the floor. Also an imitation brick wall featuring two flat-screen TVs are where owner George Alpogianis’ wall of fame used to be.

“This make-over is long past due, and I know our customers will be more than happy with the new Kappy’s,” said Alpogianis ahead of the reopening.

Currently Kappy’s is hiring wait staff and bus boys, and those interested can apply within.

Kappy’s is located at 7200 W. Dempster St in Morton Grove. For more information, call 847-4701900. ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com

Wizarding Games - All Ages. 5 p.m. 20 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Calling all wizards, witches and ghouls!

Visit the Children’s Department, before heading over to the Pickwick for the Park Ridge Civic Orchestra’s Halloween in Concert performance, for wizard-themed games and activities, as well as sharing the “Sorcerer’s Apprentice” story at 6:00 p.m. You do not need to attend the Halloween in Concert performance to participate in this program. Drop in.

OCT. 31 Treat or Treat at Golf Mill Mall. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Golf Mill Shopping Center, Niles. Trick or treat with your children in a safe and fun environment at these participating stores: 4 Seasons Nails, American Optical, Ang Shoes, Bath & Body Works, Mrs Fields, Golf Mill Barber Shop, Hair Art, Lens Crafters, Niles Teen Center, Panda Express and others stores. Find more info at http://www.golfmill.com/ events.html.

Halloween Tales of Terror.

1 p.m. North Shore Senior Center, 6140 Dempster St. Morton Grove. Media historian Mike Delaney has gathered together several classic tales of terror along with brief excerpts of memorable scenes from a variety of radio shows and films to spice up your Halloween experience. View excerpts from Poe classics such as The Pit and the Pendulum, The TellTale Heart, and The Cask of Amontillado. Also, see scenes from Psycho, The Portrait of Dorian Gray, The Phantom of the Opera, TV’s Tales from the Crypt, and Hitchcock parodies

by Mel Brooks from his film High Anxiety. Call 847-470-5223 to register. $8 member; $10 nonmember.

Ghostbusters (PG). 2 p.m.

Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Three unemployed parapsychology professors set up shop as a unique ghost removal service. Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Sigourney Weaver.

Call 847-929-5101 or visit www. mgpl.org for more information.

Totally 80’s Halloween Party. 7 p.m. Playbook Sports Bar | Ultra Sports Bar , 6913 Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Featuring a DJ and $100 dollar prize for best costume. Also watch the

Chicago Bulls go against NY and the Bengals vs the Dolphins on 30 flat screen televisions.

NOV. 1 Knights of Niles Chess Club. 3:45 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St, Niles.

Learn chess or improve your skills in this fun after school activity. Mr. Chris will help you learn everything from the names of the pieces to winning strategies. Caregivers need to stay in the room with children through grade 2.

NOV 2 Promised Land (R). 2 p.m.

Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St, Niles. A salesman has been dispatched to a rural town to offer relief to the economically hard-hit residents in exchange for drilling rights to their farms.

NOV. 3 Niles Garden Club: Spring Bulbs in Winter. 2 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St, Niles. Hyacinth and tulip blooms can lift a gardener’s spirit, especially in the middle of February. Learn the ins and outs of forcing bulbs. Attendees are welcome to share their experiences with winter bulbs. Those wishing a handson experience will create the seasonal display in the library entrance containers.

NOV. 4 National Novel Writing Month. 6:30 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St, Niles.

November is National Novel Writing Month and the Niles Public Library is partnering with the Office of Letters and Light Chicago Chapter to help you accomplish your goal of writing a 50,000 word book by midnight November 30th. For more information on NaNoWriMo visit www. nanowrimo.org. Join us for National Novel Writing Month activities, writing resources & refreshments (coffee!). Share your writing with your fellow writers and get constructive feedback.

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An Evening with All on the Road Catering. 7 p.m. Park Ridge Libarary, 20 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Local favorites All on the Road Catering will demonstrate how to make some delicious dishes, and share tips and techniques to improve your cooking. Samples will be served.

NOV.6 Veterans History Project Breakfast. 9 a.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St, Niles.

Our local heroes are the guests of honor at this 7th annual community breakfast. The popular Legacy Girls, swinging and swaying as the delightful Andrews Sisters, return to provide the festive finale.

ONGOING Live Jazz Jam at Chambers.

Every Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. Come join us for dinner and live jazz. John Bany is one of Chicago’s best and most interesting bass players. He is a, veteran bass player, John has played at a number of festivals including: the original Big Horn (Ivanhoe, Illinois), the Chicago Jazz Festival, the Mid-American Jazz Festival (St. Louis), Elkhart Jazz Festival, and the Atlanta World Music Fest.

FISH Seeking Volunteers.

Due to the economy, FISH is experiencing over a 40 percent rise in ridership. It is straining both the volunteer service level and budget. Since 1971, FISH volunteers have been serving Park Ridge and Maine Township residents by providing free rides to medical appointments.

To continue to provide a high level of service to all residents of Maine Township, FISH needs volunteers. Can you spare four hours per month to drive neighbors to medical appointments? To volunteer, call 847 696-0761.

Meet US Rep Schakowsky’s Representative. 9 a.m. to noon at the Park Ridge Library.A member of U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky’s Evanston office will be at the library every Wednesday morning to answer your questions about government, health care, retirement issues, immigration visas, and anything else related to federal benefits.

Stroke Club. 3-4:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Center for Advanced Care, Room 1220, 1700 Luther Lane, Park Ridge.This is a free program for stroke victims and survivors (plus a guest). Free parking is available in the attached parking garage. For more information contact Meg Potterfield, 847723-4765 or Dorene Wlodarski, 847-296-2470.

ForuM Guest Columnist How JFK lost the space race When the Soviet Communists sent Yuri Gagarin into space, JFK administration was doubly embarrassed. They were caught off guard and had no idea the Russians were launching, plus it gave America the appearance of weakness. The political response became the space race and gave birth to NASA’s race to the moon.

Despite “winning” the race, America lost and here’s why.

When President Eisenhower retired, he gave a now famous speech in which he condemned the military industrial complex, but he also condemned equally strongly the technology or science industrial complex.

“The prospect of domination of the nation’s scholars by federal employment, project allocation, and the power of money is ever present and is gravely to be regarded…Yet in holding scientific discovery in respect, as we should, we must also be alert to the equal and opposite

danger that public policy could itself become the captive of a scientific-technological elite.”

Eisenhower knew what fascism looked like after fighting it in Europe.

In Nazi Germany you had a network of politicians, businesses and contracts where money and resources flowed back and forth from government to industry to government, each element forming a block against reform and liberty.

In our day we have K Street in Washington DC which is full of lobbyists most of whom are exgovernment officials, senators, representatives and White House bureaucrats each cashing in on their own lucrative contracts via the same agencies they headed or funded or controlled. It is by its nature, corrupting. The same thing happens at the local level. Here in Illinois it is called the Combine and it includes members of both political parties See SPACE RACE, page 8

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Heated debate resurfaces over term limits issue at Niles trustee meeting Ballot question must have over 50 percent of the vote to be made law

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

The village’s term limits dilemma reared its head again at the latest Niles trustee meeting before being swiftly shot down by the majority of board members.

The discussion began after Trustee Rosemary Palicki asked the board for approval to initiate a court action to resolve the ongoing Niles term limit issue.

“I feel that our body here as a board of trustees is a legislative branch, and we don’t have the authority to make a judicial decision, but we need one as soon as possible,” said Palicki.

“I think that if we don’t make a decision to send this to court, we face the real possibility of a lawsuit.”

The issue originally began when Niles resident Joe Makula collected a 1,000-signature petition for a term limit

referendum. This petition would limit service on the village board to a total of 16 years, regardless of position on the board. This petition-based referendum was put alongside a Niles Village Board-authored term limit ordinance designed to limit trustees to three full terms (total 12 years) and mayors to two full terms (total eight years).

The village board’s version would allow someone to run for mayor after serving three full terms as trustee because their version does not combine total years of service.

In the village of Niles, a ballot question must have over 50 percent of the vote to be made law, and both questions received over 80 percent of the vote during the April 9 elections, leading to the present predicament.

According to both the Cook County Clerk and the Illinois State Board of Elections, this situation is unprecedented, and

both have said that the village of Niles must figure out how to resolve the situation on its own. Additionally Kenneth R. Menzel, Deputy General Counsel Illinois State Board of Elections, previously told The Bugle that at some point, regardless of what the village decides to do, the issue would most likely lead to litigation.

“That’s the issue here, which one is valid,” Palicki asked the board. “It’s not our decision, it’s the decision of a judge…this is beyond our scope of authority.”

Since being elected, Mayor Andrew Przybylo has taken a hands-off stance on the predicament, essentially saying he doesn’t think it’s an issue for the village unless Trustee Joe LoVerde decides to run for reelection, or someone files a suit saying he can’t serve as mayor of Niles. Przybylo previously served as a village trustee for 24 years and could lose his mayorship if Makula’s term-limit rule is enforced.

Additionally Village Attorney Joe Annunzio sought outside legal counsel on the village’s options regarding the issue from

New Whole Foods opening in Park Ridge is hosting benefit for Wright-Way Rescue

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

Whole Foods will be opening a new retail location at 225 W. Touhy in Park Ridge. The new store should be open Nov. 6 and, according to a release, will feature a fresh juice bar, seasonal freshly made donuts, classic Neapolitan pizzas, a taqueria and gelato.

Additionally the 36,000-square-foot store will feature two venues: Gaslight, a wine and cheese bar, and The

Park Ridge Bar, serving coffee by day and more than 15 craft brews on tap at night.

Ahead of the store opening the new Whole Foods location is hosting a block party and barbecue at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 27 to benefit Wright-Way Rescue.

Two weeks ago, Wright-Way left its Niles location after a driver lost control of a bus and rammed into the building they were in.

No one was injured, but the shelter has been searching for a new location in the area

since the incident.

“They were kind enough to reach out to us,” said Lisa Aiken from Wright-Way Rescue. She said that money donated at the block party would go to Wright-Way. The block party will feature pork sliders (veggie options available), hot cider and treats for pets that attend. Additionally live music will be performed by “David Prusina & The Cryin’ Side of Town.” ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com

I feel that o ur bo dy here as a board o f trustees is a legisl ative br an ch, an d we d o n ’t have the auth o rit y to m ake a j u d icial d ecisi o n, but we need o ne as so o n as p ossible.”

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firms Holland & Knight and Ancel Glink, respectively. Both firms said the Niles Village Boardauthored question was a valid and binding referendum, and that the village should recognize its term limits were adopted and take no other action.

“We’ve already engaged two law firms telling us that Makula’s petition wouldn’t stand in court,” said an impassioned LoVerde to the board. “I said it before and I’ll say it again…he has to prove his petition has merit, it’s his responsibility to finish the job, why should the tax payers finish the job for him.”

Palicki said that she felt it was insulting to claim that Makula did not finish what he started.

She said that getting the petition signed to successfully place the term limits referendum on the ballot was his only responsibility.

“The citizens of Niles voted for this to be accepted,” said Palicki, adding that voters deserved a definite decision be made regarding the issue.

The motion to initiate a court action in relation to Niles Term Limits problem failed, 2 to 4.

Both Palicki and Trustee Chris Hanusiak were the only two board members that voted yes, however Przybylo did say that if the board vote resulted in a tie he would have voted “yes” to letting the courts decide the issue.

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big problems. Try to name a big problem government has solved in the last 50 years. I could only think of the fall of the Soviet Union, but for the Russians that problem was government.

Americans became convinced that government could solve our biggest problems – poverty, transportation, retirement, etc. and now health care.

The fundamental truth is that human beings and their lives are too dynamic to be centrally controlled. Complex systems cannot be predicted and at best can only be managed. It’s time to right-size government down to its limited task of preserving individual liberty and following the Constitution.

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In 1942, Franz Leopold Neumann wrote a book called Behemoth: The Structure and Practice of National Socialism. It was a study of how Nazism came to power in what had been a democratic republic, Germany. If you read it you’d think you were reading about modern America.

What does the space program have to do with fascism?

Landing on the moon gave the false appearance that government can solve problems,

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Down 36 Fertilizable cells 38 “Just __!”: “Be right there!”

40 Drama about Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine 45 “Friendly skies” co.

46 Greatly feared 47 Comstock Lode find 48 Fred of “My Cousin Vinny” 50 Oozed 52 With 54-Across, “Viva La Vida” rock group, and what 17-, 28/30and 40-Across each is?

54 See 52-Across 55 Pottery “pet” 58 Smooth transition 60 Pastoral poem 64 Invisible vibes 65 More than most 66 Wine tasting criterion 67 Quilting parties 68 Corrda cheer 69 Neuter, horsewise

1 Slyly spiteful 2 Irish actor Milo 3 Say what you will 4 Golda of Israel 5 “The Lord of the Rings” baddie 6 Answering the penultimate exam question, say 7 Actor Connery 8 How lovers walk 9 “Jersey Girl” actress, to fans 10 Goals 11 Emulated Mt. St. Helens?

12 With __ breath: expectantly 13 Pains’ partner 18 Answering machine button 19 Journalist Roberts 24 Name, in N”mes 26 Program file suffix 29 Not counterfeit 31 “The Good Earth” mother 32 “Nonsense!”

34 Tractor manufacturer 35 Give __: yank

37 By way of 39 Believability on the street, slangily 41 Driver’s license fig.

42 Threat words 43 Actor Snipes 44 Thought 49 “March Madness” games, informally 51 Sizing up 53 “Whip It” band 54 Like the driven snow 55 Red wine choice, for short 56 Tint 57 Wrath 59 Salon goop 61 Mommy deer 62 Initials on L’Homme fragrance 63 Took the reins

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Horoscopes Two heads are better than one. Don’t be too proud to accept assistance from an unlikely source in the week ahead. Don’t be too quick to make decisions or you may have to spend extra time cleaning up the mess later.

Own up to your responsibilities. Don’t pass the buck along to others regarding matters you should be taking care of yourself. Paying careful attention to details this week could prevent mistakes down the road.

Play to win. Allow your competitive nature to take charge by engaging in sporting activities. You’ll fare far better by working hard to strengthen your muscles rather than your mind this week. Hold off on important decisions.

Pace yourself. If you try to get too much done too quickly, you’re likely to make careless mistakes.

Prioritize tasks in order of importance in the week ahead. The outlook of friends and family may change.

Look before you leap in the upcoming week. Diving into the water without knowing how deep it is could leave you hurting. The same is true when undertaking new projects without knowing all the facts first.

Rise to the challenge.

Cast your doubts by the wayside so that confidence helps you conquer problems in the week ahead. You’re better suited to activities that require the use of brain, not brawn.

If you’re going to lead people, you’d better have someplace to go.

Focus on the bigger picture this week. Ensure that activities lead to the ultimate goal rather than simply where your fancies lead you.

Put your talents on display. No matter what you decide to do, do it where someone can see you so you gain notice and respect. In the week ahead, you could start a conversation that yields valuable insights.

Little things mean a lot. A series of small successes could eventually snowball into something much bigger in the week ahead. You can test uncharted waters without fear of repercussions.

It can’t always be party time. Social activities may beckon, but you’re still aware of nagging tasks this week.

Take time to set your affairs in order, fix what needs fixing, and get organized.

The more the merrier.

Make mundane chores a bit more interesting by enlisting the help of others in the week to come. Save deep thinking for later in the week and tackle routine tasks right away.

He who hesitates is lost. Valuable opportunities may pass you by if you aren’t assertive enough to grab the wheel this week. Act quickly, or by the time you mull things over it will be too late.

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INSIDE: Lappo lifts Hawks to regional championship, page 12; Area players competitive at tennis state, page 15

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Hawks, Wolves to meet in first round

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

Three weeks ago, Maine South and Niles West clashed in a CSL South game. At that time, the Wolves were sitting on top of a 6-0 record, while the Hawks entered the contest 4-2.

Maine South handed the Wolves their first loss of the year, 35-20, and since then, the two clubs have been heading in opposite directions.The Hawks rolled on to their 13th consecutive CSL South championship, while the Wolves dropped three in a row to end the regular season.

This weekend, they meet again in the first round of the Class 8A playoffs as the Hawks play host to the Wolves. Maine South (7-2) is the fifth seed in the 8A upper bracket, and Niles West (6-3) is seeded No. 12.

Maine South has won seven straight since falling to fourtime defending Class 5A state champion Montini in the seasonopener, and then to Wheaton Warrenville South in Week 2. Both Montini and WWS are among the favorites to win the 5A and 7A crowns, respectively.

The Hawks, who disposed of Waukegan, 40-14, in their final regular-season game last Friday night, have been relying offensively on their ground game most of the year with senior Clay Burdelik and junior Justin Fahey leading the charge. Lately, however, sophomore quarterback Brian Collis, who took over as the starter earlier this season, has been getting into a groove.

Collis threw for over 200 yards during the first half of the Waukegan game, and has a nice stable of wideouts to choose from, including senior George Sajenko and juniors Vinny Labus, Tommy Bazarek and George Sargeant.

Despite losing 30-20, Niles West played better last Friday

against playoff-bound Glenbrook South—certainly better than its performance in Week 8 when New Trier pounded the Wolves, 36-7.

Junior quarterback Tommy Galanopoulos threw for over 200 yards and two touchdowns vs. the 7-2 Titans and ran for a 2-yard score. He’s considered to be one of the best quarterbacks in the conference.

The Hawks will have to watch out again for senior Andrew Mihulet, the Wolves’ two-way threat who intercepted three passes and also ran back a kickoff 93 yards for a touchdown in their loss to Maine South. Wideout Quran Spillman also has returned a handful of punts and kickoffs for touchdowns this season, and Brandon Costantino has emerged as Niles West’s No. 1 running back.

Both are juniors.

Notre Dame (6-3) at Fremd (63) The Dons started the 2013 campaign by rattling off five straight wins, but have dropped three of their last four games since. A 24-21 loss to 2-7 Carmel at home last Friday was, of course, not the way Notre Dame wanted to go into its first-round Class 8A playoff game opposite Fremd at Palatine this weekend, but there is a silver lining: Senior running back Chris James is running full throttle. James followed up his 159-yard, twotouchdown performance against Joliet Catholic Academy in Week 8 with three touchdowns and nearly 250 yards against Carmel.

In the Dons’ final three regularseason games, James has scored 10 touchdowns and averaged over 200 yards rushing per game.

The Dons, seeded ninth in the 8A upper bracket, have gone to an offensive line by committee in recent weeks, and that move has been paying dividends. Seniors Mike Mulcrone and James Zegler,

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Tyler Goll and Maine South are set for a rematch with Niles West.

juniors Frank Pavlik and Brian Bland, and freshman Juan Harris are among the linemen who’ve stepped up.

The eighth-seeded Vikings also possess a threat out of the backfield, Garrett Groot, who put together a string of two consecutive games late in the season in which he scored four

touchdowns in each game.

Fremd’s starting quarterback, Sam Beutler, continues to play despite suffering a torn ACL. He’s holding off until the end of the season to have surgery.

Maine East completed its season with a 54-27 loss to Maine West last Friday. The Demons, losers of their last seven games after

starting the season 2-0, finish last in the CSL North (0-5). Maine West ended up 2-7, 1-4.

Seniors Javed Lukovic and Christian Lopez each rushed for over 100 yards. Lopez scored three touchdowns—two rushing, and one receiving—and Lukovic one. mike@buglenewspapers.com

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Sports

Lappo lifts Hawks to regional championship

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

Trailing 1-0 late in second half of its Glenbrook North Regional championship game versus Glenbrook South last Friday, Maine South needed a pick-meup, and junior forward Agostino Lappo provided it.

First, Lappo scored on a penalty kick. Then, less than a minute later, he made some nice moves to get past the Titans’ defense and scored what proved to be the game-winning goal as the Hawks prevailed, 2-1, to take the crown.

“It (Lappo’s PK goal) gave the guys confidence that they had all along, but it was being

tested midway through second half being down 1-0 in a playoff game,” Maine South coach Dan States said. “Not only did it give us confidence, but it gave us a little more relaxed persona, and that opened things up.”

It’s the second regional title in a row for the fifth-seeded Hawks, who faced off with topseeded Evanston in the Evanston sectional semifinals Tuesday.

“It was certainly something that they’ve worked hard to achieve (winning the regional),” said States, “and it’s nice to duplicate the regional title from last year and move forward against a quality opponent (Glenbrook South) and rectify the earlier loss (to them this season).”

The fourth-seeded Titans, who finished second to the CSL South champion Wildkits, beat the Hawks (third place in the division) during the regular season, 3-2, on a late goal.

This time around, Glenbrook South held on to a 1-0 halftime lead, but States emphasized sticking to the game plan during the break.

“Our discussion was to stay focused and stay poised,” he said.

“The second half, we controlled the run of play, but were not successful breaking down their back four. It was getting late midway in the second half so we decided to make an alignment shift, pushed some people into the front third and it ended up being successful.”

States and the Hawks knew they would have their hands full going into Tuesday’s sectional semifinals, but they also had revenge on their minds after bowing out in the sectionals semis last October.

“They’re a very strong squad,” he said. “They have strength in the back and they have some athleticism up front and through the midfield. We have to play a

top-flight game to get to the next round.”

The Hawks reached the regional title game by ousting Glenbrook North, 3-0, in their regional semifinal matchup Oct. 22.

Senior forward Laick Sache scored twice, and midfielder Chris Cobb assisted on all three Maine South goals.

“Glenbrook North is always a very well-organized defensive unit, so you know that you’re going to have to be very precise with your passes,” States said.

“You’re going to have to jump on opportunities and you’re going to have to create some opportunities.”

The game remained scoreless through the first 30 minutes of the first half, but at 10:53, a shot

by Cobb rebounded out to Sache, who buried it for a 1-0 lead.

The Hawks grabbed a 2-0 lead at 38:39 of the second half when a Cobb shot rebounded to Lappo, who put it in. Cobb picked up his third assist on Sache’s second goal of the game later in the half.

“Chris did a nice job,” States said. “He was one those guys

that we were looking to get in around the back side, and he was very effective at it. He’s a nice, quick player, and he’s starting to get into a comfort zone so we’re excited about that.”

The Hawks welcomed back junior midfielder Michael Banas, who had missed a handful of games due to a neck injury.

Maine East, the No. 10 seed in the Evanston Sectional, advanced to the championship game of its own regional with a 3-2 triumph over No. 7-seeded Niles North on Oct. 22. Mumen Hussein and Matt Pytel each had a goal and an assist, while Wilson Norriega netted a goal.

Oluwaratimi Okedina made 12 saves in goal.

However, the Demons’ 2013 campaign ended with a 3-0 loss in the title game last Friday to second-seeded Wheeling. Maine East finished the year 9-9-3.

Niles West saw its season come to an end, dropping a 3-2 contest to No. 8-seeded Maine West in the Loyola regional semifinals.

Hubert Szelag tallied both goals for No. 9-seeded Niles West, which went 8-8-2 this season. mike@buglenewspapers.com

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Brendan Faley and Maine South won the Glenbrook North Regional title against Glenbrook South Friday.

Sports

Dinner with Swirsky

By Michael Osacky Contributing Writer

The average person switches careers about four times during their lifetime. The voice of the Chicago Bulls,Chuck Swirsky,knew he wanted to be a broadcaster at the age of five, and has never deviated from that path. Swirsky can recall with great detail the summer evening when he was five years old attending his first baseball game.

Swirsky was born in Virginia to a schoolteacher mom and a naval officer father. His family was hardworking, but not into sports. Chuck learned how to dribble a basketball in the gym at his mother’s school.

But he was cut from every team he tried out for with the exception of the CYO (Catholic Youth Organization) league.

At 12-years old Chuck walked into the radio station KFKF in Bellevue,Washington. He asked the receptionist for a job,and she called the General Manager to assist. The GM put Chuck to work polishing records for the sports director, Bill O’Mara. He told Chuck that when he turned 14, Chuck would go live on air.

O’Mara was true to his word.

When he turned 14, Chuck got his big break, and his world turned upside down. He belted out halftime-show broadcasts of basketball and football games with all the enthusiasm he could muster.

Chuck’s uncle knew Vince Bagli, a sports director in Baltimore, Maryland who made the connection for Chuck to learn radio.

Every year starting at the age of 12, Chuck would spend the summer in Baltimore learning from Vince.

Vince then introduced Chuck to Hall of Fame broadcaster Ernie Harwell, who was the play-by-play

voice of the Detroit Tigers for 42 years. In high school, Chuck would frequently sleep with a transistor radio tucked underneath his pillow so he could listen to ballgames and memorize statistics.

Chuck’s dream was to be an NBA broadcaster. His ultimate goal came true when the Toronto Raptors hired him away from the University of Michigan in 1998. In 2008, after calling Raptors’ game for ten years, Chuck went on to be the radio announcer for the Chicago Bulls.

Chuck currently mentors young children who also want to pursue the career of broadcasting. “The goal is to inspire people to reach for the stars,” he remarks,“because as a kid, it is tough.”

“If I was twelve years old and my dream was to be the voice of the Chicago Bulls, what advice would you provide?” I ask.

“Give me what you got every day with a great attitude,”Chuck replies.

“Bring it in the classroom, at home, and with your peers.You can make it if you work at it.You better take care of your homework, because if you do not, somebody will.”

Blues singer Dick Mackey gave that advice to Chuck once, and it clearly stuck. May 15, 2013 was the final game for the Chicago Bulls during the 2012-2013 season. On May 16, Chuck was back at work getting ready for the 2013-2014 season.

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PLAyOFFS With 11 teams in the Voyager Media coverage area in the playoffs, there is a lot of excitement in the area. Here are some things to look for in each division.

CLASS 5A Team to beat Scott: No. 1 Montini (9-0).

Obvious pick here as the twotime defending champs.

Mark: I have to go with Scott here, until they are knocked off they are the champs.

Sleeper team Scott: No. 6 Lincoln-Way West (8-1): In a loaded top half of the bracket, the Warriors have about the best possible draw.A meeting with a Catholic power in the semis could be in store.

Mark: Sycamore (9-0): I know,

how can a 9-0 team be a sleeper, right? When you are in a bracket with Montini, JCA, Kaneland and Springfield SHG you can fall through the cracks. Well, don’t sleep on the Spartans.

Pick Scott: Montini. I will ride them until they lose.

Mark: Sacred Heart-Griffin. I am taking SHG here because I believe whoever gets out of the other bracket will be beat up.

No. 4 JCA (8-1) outlook Scott: Not an easy draw for the Hilltoppers after an opening round cakewalk past Englewood.

Kaneland and Montini are both in their quadrant and even if they get past that gauntlet two more good teams await. Could

lose to Montini or win state.

Mark: Scott said it all – tough draw for JCA and will take a lot for them to get through the bracket. The Hillmen will have to rely on a ball control offense and control the clock if they are going to win.

CLASS 6A Team to beat Scott: No. 1 Boylan (90): Building a dynasty in the Rockford area with two-time state champs (2010-2011) and lone unbeaten in class.

Mark: Crete-Monee (8-1): Another talented Crete team will be a tough team to knock out of the playoffs this year.

Sleeper Scott: No. 6 East St. Louis (6-3): I’m sorry but I don’t care how good they are this year, they are dangerous.

Mark: Providence Catholic (5-4): The Celtics already began their playoffs, beating Brother Rice in a win or go home game last week.With 54 playoff points, Providence is tied with Montini for most in the state. I said Crete will be a tough team to get out of the playoffs and the Celtics are just the team that can do it.

Pick Scott: Boylan. Them and CreteMonee in title game.

Mark: Providence. I’m going to take my sleeper to the bank. One of the most battle tested team in the state, the Celtics have a solid running game and a few stud athletes. If not the Celtics, I think the winner will come from their neighbors in Frankfort in Lincoln-Way North.

No. 6 Romeoville (5-4) outlook Scott: First playoff appearance in 11 years for the Spartans and I like their draw with Rich Central (8-1). Will be lots of athletes on the field and a toss-up. Will be tough to beat Lincoln-Way North in second round.

Mark: Like JCA, Romeoville

will have to control the football and keep the electric Rich Central offense off the field.

CLASS 7A Team to beat Scott: No. 3 Glenbard West (81): Always a dangerous team.

Mark: Glenbard West is one of the top teams in the state again.

Sleeper Scott: No. 6 Plainfield East (6-3): I’m going to go out on a limb with this pick. The Bengals, in their first-ever playoff appearance, are coming off a 38-0 loss which makes this pick scary. However, if they play the way they have earlier this season, are a very dangerous team.Lincoln-Way East has beaten ONE playoff team all year, and beat non-playoff teams Carmel, Lincoln-Way Central and Joliet West by 10 points or less.

Southern schools would likely make up their next two games, which gives them some hope before a Catholic school in the semis.

Mark: Wheaton Warrenville South (7-2): The Tigers lost two games and are in a tough DuPage Valley Conference and will be ready of the playoffs. A No. 5 seed, they face No. 4 Dunbar to open. I’m not sold on public league teams and a win could spark a team like WWS that has a winning tradition.

Pick Scott: No. 2 Mt. Carmel (8-1): This is where I normally pick the Hilltoppers, but I think the Caravan will be riding off into the sunset in DeKalb.

Mark: Glenbard West (8-1): While I really agree with Scott that Mt. Carmel should win this bracket, for the sake of making a different pick, I’ll take West.

How our teams will fare Scott: No. 8 Downers North (5-4) has a great first round draw with Whitney Young. The Trojans will have to recapture last year’s magic to beat Wheaton

Warrenville South in the next round. •No. 7 Benet (6-3) got punished with three losses down the stretch and will face Mt. Carmel. Hard to image it beating the Caravan and St. Rita in backto-back weeks. •Plainfield East (see above).

Mark: Like I said I don’t trust many public league teams and Downers North gets Whitney Young for a week one upset win.

• Benet draws one of the top teams in the state in Mt. Carmel and without a real running game, the Redwings will struggle to win. • Plainfield East: I have no doubt the Bengals can beat Lincoln-Way East after seeing the Griffins this year. They are not the same Griffins team as before and are beatable.

CLASS 8A Team to beat Scott: No. 1 Bolingbrook (90): Only unbeaten team in class looks for second title in three years.

Mark: Loyola (8-1): The No. 1 ranked team in the state most of the season slipped after a loss last week but still a tough team.

Sleeper Scott: No. 7 Naperville Central (6-3): I don’t trust H-F, which could lead to a third round game with Neuqua.

Mark: No. 8 Marist (6-3): A tough three-loss team, Marist has lost to JCA, St. Rita and Note Dame, all playoff teams. Marist has a lot of weapons and could make a run if it gets hot at the right time.

Pick Scott: Bolingbrook. Defense wins championships. That will be put to the test for sure, but I see the Raiders being tough to score on and they have enough offense to put up some points.

Mark: I have made my point clear about not wanting to agree with Scott here, but in this case, I have to. I agree fully here that the Raider defense is just too good.

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Area players competitive at girls state tennis

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

Of the six players from Maine South and Niles West high schools who took part in last weekend’s girls state tennis tournament—two singles players and two doubles teams—the Hawks freshman tandem of Kamila Czosynka and Marti Wind advanced the furthest in the championship bracket.

Czosynka and Wind defeated teams from Lincoln-Way North, Hampshire and Barrington and got to the fourth round before they were upended by Evelyn Youel and Jillian Wallace of Crystal Lake Central—the eventual sixthplace state finisher—6-2, 6-2.

Czosynka and Wind bowed out of the tourney after falling in a three-set match during the sixth consolation round.

“I think the girls did really well,” Maine South coach Andrea Tisler said.“They were able to get pretty far, which is great. I can only see them doing better in the next years to come.”

Maine South sophomore Leigh Friedman, making her second state appearance, also won three matches. She posted wins in the first and second round (6-0,6-0 and 6-0, 6-3), lost a third-round match (6-1, 6-1), came back to win in the fourth round consolation bracket (6-4, 4-6, 6-4) and was eliminated in the fifth consolation round (61, 6-2). Her opponent in the fifth round, Geneva’s Kirby Einck, also defeated her at state last year.

“I think I played a lot better (against her this year) and improved a lot,” Friedman said.

“My mental control wasn’t as good as it should have been. I

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How our teams will fare Scott: No. 9 Notre Dame (6-3) has a winnable game at Fremd,but a tough game at Loyola second round. The Dons will have to get back on track and play their best game of the season to get Maine South. •No. 12 Niles West (6-3) gets No. 5 Maine South (7-2) in the lone battle of Voyager teams.

The Hawks of Maine South cruised to a win earlier this year and should have a showdown

Boys: Maine South ran in the Whitney Young Class 3A Regional on Saturday, and led by individual champion Jack Carpenter, secured second place in the team standings with 51 points.

Lane Tech won the regional with 48 points. Carpenter, a senior, ran the course in 15:04.42. He and

the entire Maine South squad will compete in this weekend’s Lake Park Sectional.

Juniors Henry Mierzwa and Paul d’Ambrosio placed in the top 10, with Mierzwa finishing sixth (15:15) and d’Ambrosio seventh (15:16). Sophomore Ralph Patejunas was 14th, while senior Paul Tobin was 23rd and junior Aiden Gaskin 27th.

No area team qualified for sectionals out of the Niles West Regional, in which Niles West (201 points), Notre Dame (259) and Maine East finished eight through 10, respectively, out of 10 teams.

But the Wolves, Demons and Dons will be sending one runner each to the Lake Park Sectional.

Junior Theo Beck made the cut for Niles West after finishing 22nd. Eric Ponzetti, a junior at Maine East, placed 32nd and Notre Dame sophomore Matt Contreras was 35th.

Girls: Maine South, like the boys team, took part in the Class 3A Whitney Young Regional, had the individual champion and also finished second in the team standings with 66 points to regional champion St. Ignatius’ 36 points.

The Hawks’ squad will run, as well, at the Lake Park Sectional.

Senior Emily Leonard’s time of 17:40.98 topped the field.

Teammates Mirae Mastrolonardo (18:32), a senior, and Anna Seenarain (18:46), a freshman, finished ninth and 10th, respectively.

Senior Caitlin Eckhart (22nd), sophomores Julia Sirvinskas (24th) and Olivia Ryan (25th), and freshman Sydney Richter (27th) were top-30 finishers.

with Loyola in the quarters a win there and state is within reach.

•Bolingbrook (see above). •No. 9 Plainfield South (6-3) has a tough game with 6-3 Marist, but it is winnable. However, we’ve seen the Cougars the past two years against Bolingbrook and neither year was pretty. •No. 10 Downers South returns to the playoffs and is in a good bracket.

The Mustangs could lose in the first round to Naperville Central or make a run to the quarters.

Mark: Notre Dame jumps all the way up to Class 8A and will see the difference in week 2 against Loyola. • While it is tough to beat a team twice in

the season, I think Maine South will do that against Niles West. It is unfortunate when two league teams have to face off in the first round. • Plainfield South and Marist should be like a video game. Neither team plays great ball control, but both can hit big plays all day.The winner gets the Brook where big plays are just not an option. • The Raiders feature one of, if not the, best defense in the state and that will take them to the title. • Downers South could beat the No. 7 seed Naperville Central, but I am sold on H-F’s team speed and think the Mustangs would have their hands full.

had higher expectations this year, and was getting a little frustrated.

I’m happy with what I’ve done and there’s a lot of room for improvement.”

Meanwhile, Niles West freshman Eliza Kirov reached the third consolation round, winning her first-round match 6-0, 6-0 and falling in the second round, 6-2, 6-1. She won a 6-0, 6-1 secondround consolation match, but was defeated in a three-set match (3-6, 6-0, 6-3) in the third round.

“The experience was fun and I had a great time, but I felt I could have done better,” Kirov said.“I felt better as I played more matches, but the nerves were still there.

Every match you get a little bit nervous.”

TheWolves’senior doubles team of Kristine Park and Andra Sabou lost their only two matches, but one of their losses occurred in the opening round to the Lake Forest team of Victoria Falk and Colleen Morris, who placed fourth in the state.

“They drew the team that went all the way to the final four,” Niles West coach George Bravos said.

“But their overall performance, they belong there (in the state tourney). We’re going to miss them tremendously.”

CROSS COUNTRY

At the Niles West Regional, the host Wolves will be sending their entire team to Lake Park after finishing fifth with a 133. Junior Christine Mujica was the Wolves’ best individual finisher, taking eighth in 18:14. Senior Jamie Rohn placed 24th and sophomore Danielle Karp was 38th.

Two Maine East runners are advancing individually: junior Leslie Christiansen, who finished 29th, and senior Alice Martinez (46th).

At the Class 2A Chicago Lake View Regional, Resurrection was fifth with 109 points and qualified as a team for the Chicago University sectional. Rez senior Hannah Witczak turned in a time of 19:18 for fourth place individually. Senior Kathleen Hughes placed 18th.

VOLLEYBALL Maine East moved closer to

a 20-win season (17-11 overall, 5-4 in the CSL North) with its 25-18, 26-24 victory over Niles North Oct. 21. Niki Ahlstrand registered six kills and three blocks, while Hannah Farley chipped in with five kills. Sarah Hua-Pham totaled 14 assists; Miranda Duro added eight digs.

The Demons fell to Glenbrook North, 25-19, 25-18, on Oct. 23.

Hua-Pham had 13 assists and Chwieralski added five kills and five digs.

HOCKEY Notre Dame opened its 201314 season last week, bowing 6-2 to Benet. Stoli Sarantopoulos scored both Dons goals, with assists from Max Fadell,Brendan Golden and Brandon Maize.

Goaltender Sam Rosenbaum made 34 saves. mike@buglenewspapers.com

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Romeoville in playoffs for first time in 11 years

By Mark Gregory Sports Reporter

While most football teams in Illinois are looking to this coming up weekend as the start of the postseason, for Romeoville, the playoffs started a week early.

With a 34-21 win over Minooka, in the final week of the regular season, Romeoville earned its fifth win of the season and qualified for the Class 6A playoffs.

While it is the second time in coach Jeff Kuna’s six-year stint the Spartans have posted five wins, however in the 2009 season, they failed to post enough playoff points. This season, the five wins were enough, advancing Romeoville to the playoffs for the first time in 11 years.

“It has been 11 years,” said senior Miguel Ford.“I was lost for words when I looked at the final scoreboard. The city is proud of us. The Mayor (John Noak) was just at our team dinner and I know he is proud of us.”

“Making the playoffs is an amazing feeling,” said senior defensive lineman Anthony Love.

“I am so proud of this team. We worked so hard for this.”

Kuna said he is proud of the senior class.

“There is nobody more deserving than these guys,” he said. “These seniors have put in so much work over last four years to get to this point and the junior class is a great mesh. We felt coming into the season this was a special group.”

The Spartans will look to use

its balanced attack of running the ball with Ford and Gill Whitaker and the passing attack of Kelvin Jones to Chuck Hunter and Manuel Nartey. The Olympians allow only 10.9 points per game on the season, while Romeoville scores an average of 24.The Rich Central defense posted three shutouts on the year and held its opponents to seven points or less five times.

“We have a nice mix of pass and run going right now. I have been happy with the way we have played offensively the past few weeks,” Kuna said. “(Rich Central) runs a four man front and we have blocked that well so far this year. We have some of our best games blocking against a four man front.”

The Olympians rely on team speed and scoring points to win games. Rich Central has averaged 35.4 points per game behind quarterback Michael Hoover and running back Ahmad McClellan. mark@buglenewspapers.com

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Accurate expectations generate job satisfaction Q. I’ve been in my industry for 15 years and am really unhappy about where I am in my career. I look around and see people who started out with me doing much better.

I figure I must be making mistakes that they aren’t. I spend a lot of time at work trying to figure out why I’m not at the top of my industry. How can I stop being so miserable?

A.You can stop being so miserable by realizing that other people’s jobs are a lot like other people’s marriages; you really can’t know the actual experience of other people from the outside looking in.

Most of the clients I talk to in the middle of their careers

are miserable not because of what they have accomplished but because of what they believe they should have accomplished.

When we compare where we are and who we are to our ideals, all of us feel inadequate.

Ambition is a fine attribute when we are inspired to take intelligent risks and make difficult changes in how we operate.When your ambition gets you to have honest conversations with your management about what you need to learn or do to get ahead, bravo! If instead of focusing on your next goal, you focus on your global sense of inadequacy, your ambition is a hindrance and not a help.

Quit focusing your attention on the 5 percent of people in your industry who are the tiny minority.

Realize that they may have had multiple advantages you cannot access.They may be related to people who promoted them, they may be married to people who helped them, and they may have had blind dumb luck to be in the perfect place at the perfect time.

All your explanations at present for your current career conditions are about you “screwing up” and not that the exceptional 5 percent may have had opportunities you didn’t.

The power you do have is to look at the majority of people in your industry and see where you’d like to go.Then to meet with your boss, evaluate your

Quit focusing your attention on the 5 percent of people in your industry who are the tiny minority. Realize that they may have had multiple advantages you cannot access.

job, and see what you can do right now to better your future.

We all tend to believe the grass is greener on the other side. Unfortunately, that prevents us from growing where we are planted because we stop seeing the opportunities right in front of us.

Blaming ourselves is equally useless.Whether we actually made mistakes in the past or just believe we’ve made mistakes, the critical decision is to be more interested in fixing our present

A good idea to rent section 8 housing Dear Dave, I have some rental properties, and the government would like to turn a couple into lowincome housing. Is this a good idea, or should I find my own tenant?

Marvin Dear Marvin, In these types of situations you’re generally talking about Section 8 housing. This means government-subsidized rent, and the person living there is in a lower income bracket. I put of few of my properties on Section 8 years ago, when I first started out in the real estate business. I can tell you from personal experience, it’s a good news/bad news scenario.

If you own a property in a lower-income neighborhood, and you put it into the Section 8 subsidized housing program, the good news is that you’ll always get paid. This is because the federal government sends you your money. Unfortunately, the good news pretty well ends right there.

The bad news is that some Section 8 folks have a real entitlement mentality, and can be unreasonable to deal with on some issues. It’s also really hard to get them out of the property once they’ve taken up residence.

Of course, not all people who participate in this program are like this. But you’ll run across your

share of rough folks, irrespective of their race or the area of the country. More than anything, it’s the impact of the economic situations surrounding their lives.

Another piece of bad news is that the government puts lots of stringent conditions on the property. That wasn’t so difficult for me, because I always kept my places in really good shape. But if you go this route, I promise you’ll come across all kinds of guidelines and regulations, some of which are silly and not very realistic.

I got tired of the Section 8 experience pretty quickly, and I don’t own any property in that

program today. If it were me, I’d just go find my own tenants. I know some things have probably changed since my time in the

program. But if it’s like most things that are government managed, the change hasn’t been for the better!

—Dave

than ruminating about our history.

The last word(s) Q. Is there any good technique to avoid getting to the point where I want to smack some of my coworkers? I am so tired of telling them things I consider obvious!

A.Yes, use your irritation to immediately speak up when you see a coworker setting up a problem. Don’t wait until you are ready to blow your top.

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Retirement now requires those living longer to work longer

By Jill Schlesinger Tribune Content Agency

Here’s the good news: We’re living longer. And here’s the bad news: We’re living longer.

According to the Society of Actuaries, Americans who reached age 65 in 2011 are projected to live another 21 years to age 86, on average.

If these same Americans reach age 86, their life expectancy would extend to age 93!

As a result, the U.S. population aged 65 years and older is growing rapidly. In 2010 (the most recent year for which data is available), older Americans comprised 13 percent of the population. But as baby boomers creep up in age, population projections for those over 65 explode within two decades. In 2030, older adults are expected to number 72 million, almost 20 percent of the country’s total population.

While 75 may be the new 55, there are some significant ramifications of the population boom.

Whereas previous generations could plan on retirement lasting 10 or 15 years, today we have to count on 25 or 30 years, making the task of saving enough a mighty difficult one.

When most people think about retirement planning, there are three basic strategies: save during your working years; spend less in retirement; and delay the age of retirement. While saving early and consistently is the oft-prescribed remedy, it’s not always easy to implement.

In fact, pre-financial crisis retirement planning often consisted of relying more on an increase in home equity and a steady rise in investment accounts, than on increasing contribution levels. But the financial crisis and Great Recession of 2008-’09 blew up those assumptions, forcing some to reduce or abandon contributions and in extreme cases, to spend down a substantial portion of their nest eggs to survive.

These folks are looking at ways to squeeze their current and future expenses, but

While saving early and consistently is the oft-prescribed remedy, it’s not always easy to implement.

many have determined that the only way they will be able to fund a lengthy retirement is to work longer. According to a recent Associated Press poll, 82 percent of working Americans over 50 say it is at least somewhat likely they will work for pay in retirement, and 47 percent of working respondents now expect to retire later than they previously thought. Respondents plan to call it quits at about 66, or nearly three years later than their estimate when they were 40.

Given what has transpired over the past five years, those results should not surprise anyone. Among those who report retiring before the Great Recession, the average retirement age was 57, while the average for those who retired after the crisis is 62.

The dramatic turn in financial circumstances, combined with living longer and healthier lives, has led many to remain in the workforce. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 18.5 percent of Americans age 65 and over were working in 2012, almost 8 percentage points higher than in 1985. By 2020, an estimated one-quarter of workers will be 55 or older, up from 19 percent in 2010.

But just because you want to work does not mean that you will easily get a job. The AP poll found that 22 percent of adults aged 50 years and older have searched for a job in the last five years. Of that group, over half have found the job search to be moderately or very difficult. With 11.3 million Americans seeking employment, the competition is obviously stiff.

In fact, a third of retirees told AP that they did not feel

they had a choice except to retire. They may have wanted to work longer, but without steady income, they were forced to file for Social Security benefits early. Although doing so permanently reduced their benefits, a lower monthly check is far better than no check at all.

One glimmer of hope is that, as the recovery continues, more jobs will become available, and as the folks in charge of hiring examine the applicant pool, they may find that a robust 55 year old will be a more appreciative and loyal employee than a younger counterpart.

(Jill Schlesinger, CFP, is the Emmy-nominated, Senior Business Analyst for CBS News.

A former options trader and CIO of an investment advisory firm, Jill covers the economy, markets, investing and anything else with a dollar sign on TV, radio (including her nationally syndicated radio show), the web and her blog, “Jill on Money.”

She welcomes comments and questions at askjill@ jillonmoney.com.) (c) 2013 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC

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Niles Senior Center For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, please check the Naturally Active Program Guides or call the Niles Senior Center at 5888420.

Information about the Niles Senior Center can be found on the Village of Niles Website at www.vniles.com. Click on “Departments” (upper left), and then Click on “Senior” You can now see what’s new at the Senior Center.

Advanced registration is required for programs.

For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, call the Niles Senior Center at 847588-8420 Individuals must be a registered member of the Niles Senior Center to receive the member price. Non members are invited to participate in programs at the non-member price. For more information about membership and programs, contact the Senior Center.

Issues in the News • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Thursdays This dynamic, refreshing class is led by long time leader of this program, Arlene Golub.

This group is filled with folks from all walks of life, retired or not, who want to keep abreast of a broad spectrum of what is occurring locally and worldwide. Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued.

Please call the NSC at 847-5888420 for more information.

Got the dot? It may save your life Assist first responders with the information they need.

Become part of the Illinois Dot Program. The Illinois Dot Program is a statewide initiative designed to provide vital medical information on vehicle drivers and passengers.

Information contained on the medical card can assist first responders in the “Golden Hour” immediately following a serious crash. This can very well mean the difference between life and death. For more information, please contact the Niles Senior Center

(847 588-8420).

$10M/$15NM

Tai Chi Demo.

Instructor: Renee Gatsis, Arthritis Institute Certified.

Friday, November 1, 10:1511:00am, FREE

SCRAM, Senior Crime Reduction Awareness Matters Presented by the Niles Police Department. This program is designed to increase a seniors awareness of crimes as they relate to your daily life. This month’s topic is Lottery Scams and the Internet. These scams are one of the most common scams used. They prey on your willingness to help and your fear of being embarrassed. In this series learn how to protect yourself and tell them to scram!

Friday, November 15, 10:0011:00am, FREE

How to Winterize Your Car (2 classes) Instructor: Randy Stricker, Niles Public Works With winter just around the corner, your vehicle may need some preventive maintenance to get ready for the cold weather ahead. According to AAA, the most frequently uncovered problems are improper tire pressure, low or dirty motor oil, low anti-freeze, or other automotive fluids. Find out what to always have in your glove compartment or trunk in case of emergencies, simple checks to look for tire damage, the difference between “good” oil and “bad” oil, and more about car safety and preparedness.

Thursday, November 7 & 14, 2:00-3:30pm, FREE. Art Insights Presented by: Char & Grace from the Art Institute of Chicago.

Enjoy a guided tour through the wonderful works of art that are on display at the Art Institute.

Via slideshow you will see these irreplaceable pieces of history.

Listen to fascinating stories about these works of art. It’s the next best thing to being there!

Participants who pre-register will receive a complimentary family pass to the Art Institute.

Wednesday, November 6, 2:003:00pm, FREE. Lunch to Benefit… The Giving Tree Everyone is welcome! All proceeds will go to purchasing items left on the Giving Tree.

Lunch is a hot dog, chips, and a cookie. Monday, November 4, 11:30am-1:00pm, or while supplies last, $2, paid at the door.

Pre Veterans Day Celebration Celebrate vets while enjoying the musical styling’s Peter Miletic.

A delicious lunch including a cheeseburger, coleslaw, fruit, and dessert will be served. Reserved seats. The deadline for table seating forms is Friday, November 1. After November 1, you will be seated at a table that has room. Friday, November 8, 12:00-2:00pm.

Hello, Dolly! At Drury Lane Oakbrook Hello, Dolly! Has become one of the most enduring musical theater hits, enjoying three Broadway revivals and international success that included being made into the film that was nominated for seven Academy Awards.

Hello, Dolly! Played for 2844 performances on Broadway at the St. James Theatre with Carol Channing in the title role. At the time it was the longest playing Broadway musical. The show’s album was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2002.

Hello, Dolly! Tells the story of Dolly Levi, a brassy widow with a knack for matchmaking. Dolly takes a trip to New York to meet a millionaire, Mr. Vandergelder, whom has been courting another woman – but Dolly is soon to change that! Before the show we will enjoy lunch at Drury Lane which will include chef’s soup of the day, veggies, rolls, your choice of salmon filet in a lemon tarragon sauce or chicken breast marsala, and dessert. Thursday, November 21, 10:30am-5:00pm, Check-in: 10:00am. $65M/$70NM. Pre Hanukkah Party & Dreidal Tournament Are you ready for some great music and fantastic food? If you are, then you won’t want to miss this wonderful celebration!

The party starts with a rousing dreidel tournament- complete with prizes – followed by lunch, and wrapping it all up will be a performance by the Jeff and Janis Duo. Friday, November 25, 11:30am-2:00pm. $5M/$7.50NM. Dinner & a Movie: Lee Daniels’ The Butler (PG-13 2013 132 min) Starring Forest Whitaker & Oprah Winfrey. As Cecil

Gaines serves eight presidents during his tenure as a butler at the White House, the civil rights movement, Vietnam, and other major events affect this man’s life, family, and American Society. –IMDB Dinner 5:00pm/movie 5:15.

Hot dog, chips, & dessert, $2M/$3NM. Movie ONLY, Free.

Pre-registration is required.

Holiday Appetizers (1 class) Instructor: Chef Michelle.

Going to a party? Looking for some new recipes? Chef Michelle will demonstrate some delicious appetizers that you will want to make and take to your next holiday party. Recipes and, of course, samples will be available. Wednesday, December 4, 4:00pm. $10M/$15NM

Park Ridge Senior Center Senior Center Memberships Senior Center membership begins at age 55. Our quarterly new and prospective member meetings will you give information on the many activities, programs, events and services offered. Membership dues are: Single: $46 Resident, $65 Non-Resident Couple: $70 Resident, $99 Non-Resident Over 90 Single: $23 Resident, $32.50 Non-Resident Over 90 Couple: $35 Resident, $49.50 Non-Resident Enjoy these Senior Center Membership benefits: Priority registration and special rates for Active Adult programs, events & trips; A drop-in social center open 7 days a week; Free members-only unique monthly programming and activities; A variety of free clubs for many interests and hobbies; Monthly Newsletter delivered to your home; and Volunteer Opportunities.

Enjoy these facility amenities as a Senior Center Member: Large meeting hall; Classrooms; Full service kitchen; Stage with sound system; Ceramic room and kiln; 2 large screen TVs; Wii game; Game tables; 2 pool tables; 4 ping pong tables;

Variety of solitary and group activities for member use; Members art displays; Free Lending Library; and Free Medical Lending Closet (limited quantities) For more information, call 847-692-3597.

Bridge If bridge is of interest there are several opportunities to enjoy the game. Groups meet on Friday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Couple’s Bridge meets the first Thursday of the month. Call the Center at 847-692-3597 for more information or to be put in tough with one of the group moderators.

Exercise class Jo Buck continues her exercise classes at 9and 10:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. This class covers a variety of movements including stretching, strength training and floor exercise. The first class is free. After that it is $2 each time you come.

Senior Center Clubs Men’s Club: 1st & 2nd Tuesday of the month. Join us as we plan fun and exciting events, as well as make a difference in our community.

Genealogy Group: 2nd Monday of the month, 10 a.m.

Trace your family roots with the help and encouragement of the Genealogy Group . Come with questions or information to share.

Book Worms: 1st Thursday of the month, 1 p.m. Love to read? Join us every month for a discussion pertaining to a variety of books . One per month .

Camera Club: 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m. Join our camera club as they provide instruction and interesting slideshows on a variety of different topics .

Money Matters with Chris Valentine: 1st & 3rd Monday of the Month, 10 a.m. Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a program of financial tips and answers your questions Opera Arts Club with Leo Rizzetto. 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, Noon. Do you have a love for opera and/or musicals? Leo Rizzetto, opera aficionado, presents a variety of majestic operas and toe tapping See SENIORS, page 21

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Holiday Bazaar Saturday, November 2 • 10:00am–3:00pm Handmade holiday crafts, sweaters and afghans, baked goods, yesterday’s treasures, and much more is all for sale during our Annual Bazaar .

Bring your wallet and a friend and support the Senior Center with this great fundraiser!

Lunch is available for purchase . All Ages

musicals .

Computer Club: 1st Wednesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. Need a computer refresher course or just help learning the computer? Join Richard Brandt as he leads the group . Come with questions.

Handicrafters: every Friday, 10 a.m. Do you knit, crochet, sew, quilt, cross-stitch, or embroider?

We make items for the Annual Holiday Bazaar and the V .A . Hospitals . We provide the supplies for these events, or you can work on your own project .

Beginners are welcome!

Wii Bowling. 1st, 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, 2:00pm4:30 p.m. Join us for a friendly Wii bowling competition Ongoing activities Following are number of ongoing activities at the Center: • Woodcarvers meet Thursdays at 9 a.m.…a free activity: • Gamers, 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Fridays play dominos, hand and foot, scrabble for rummikube … also free.

• Ceramics students meet 9:30 a.m. to noon Mondays and Tuesdays and work on projects of your choice. There is a charge of $7 per class.

• Pinochle players meet the second Monday, Third Thursday and every Saturday of the month at 1 p.m.

• Table tennis players start play at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. All abilities are welcome for this free activity.

• Bocce ball players gather just north of the Center at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Ken Hewelt is bocce master and will explain how the game is played.

• Have you ever thought of tap dancing? This is a fun way of exercising. The class is at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays. The fee is $10 for members and $15 for non-members.

Volunteer needed Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge. This 35 year old social service agency helps maintain senior citizens in their homes and provides housing assistance enabling them to live with dignity and independence. Call Jim at 847-823-0453. Very flexible

The Center for Concern Unless otherwise noted, all services are offered at The Center of Concern offices at 1580 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 310, in Park Ridge. For services that require an appointment, call 847-823-0453 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or 9 a.m. to noon Friday.

Preparation of simple wills and durable powers of attorney for health care and property also is available by appointment. Homeowners desiring additional income, companionship, or the ability to remain in their homes may wish to consider The Center of Concern’s shared housing program. Residents are matched with screened applicants who possess a temperament suitable to shared accommodations.

The Center of Concern also offers friendly visitors for the homebound, programs designed to prevent homelessness, and volunteer opportunities in the office and in the field. The Center’s web site is www. centerofconcern.org.

Morton Grove Senior Center

North Shore Senior Center offers programs, classes, activities, and travel opportunities for adults at the American Legion Memorial Civic Center at 6140 Dempster Street. You may register for all programs at the Center or call 847-470-5223.

Volunteer opportunities Do you have great people skills? Do you enjoy reception work? North Shore Senior Center in Morton Grove has

opening for people to help at our front desk, greeting guests, directing calls, and assisting with registrations. Please contact Volunteer Services at 847.784.6052 for details.

Halloween Tales of Terror Thursdays, Oct. 31, 1- 2:30 pm.

Media historian Mike Delaney has gathered together several classic tales of terror along with brief excerpts of memorable scenes from a variety of radio shows and films to spice up your Halloween experience. View excerpts from Poe classics such as The Pit and the Pendulum, The TellTale Heart, and The Cask of Amontillado. Also, see scenes from Psycho, The Portrait of Dorian Gray, The Phantom of the Opera, TV’s Tales from the Crypt, and Hitchcock parodies

by Mel Brooks from his film High Anxiety. $8 member; $10 non-member.

About the Bomb: An Inside Look Department of Energy researcher James Lamont presents an unclassified look at the history of the atomic bomb.

Learn about the physics and politics of how the bomb came to be developed, how it was almost lost to Nazi Germany and how fear of that happening impacted US strategy in WWII, and many fables and foibles related to the bomb (such as some of the odd going-on at the Nevada Test Site). $9 member; $11 non-member.

Senior Center membership Become a member of North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus and enjoy opportunities to live longer, happier, healthier lives through an array of programs, activities, trips and services.

Members receive a discount on all programs, activities, and trips, Lifelong Learning Program Catalog, information on local, state, and federal issues affecting seniors, and invitations to special events and presentations.

Membership dues are $20 for an individual and $35 for a couple/household for a full year. Everyone welcome! Call North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus at 847-470-5223 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or stop by the Senior Center, 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove, to become a member.

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Man charged in connection to non-fatal shooting told police they overheard the offender and victim arguing near the basement of the residence.

Reportedly at some point Niles police charged a man someone heard a person in relation to a say, “I will shoot you,” shooting that and then several seconds happened the later a single gunshot evening of the was heard.

Oct. 20. Chris J. The shooting Gianakopoulos, 60, reportedly happened of the 7200 block after Gianakopoulos of W. Greenleaf attempted to intervene was arrested and in an argument between charged with one Chris J. his wife and their son count of aggravated Gianakopoulos, 60, of Greenleaf about his heroin use, battery - discharge PHOTO COURTESY said a release from the of a firearm, a Class NILES POLICE assistant Cook County X felony. state’s attorney.

P o l i c e The victim was transported to responded to a domestic battery Lutheran General Hospital with incident about 7:40 p.m. at a non-life threatening injuries to residence in the 7300 block of his left arm and left leg.

Greenleaf Street.

Police found a gun inside the While officers were headed to the address they learned a residence, and Gianakopoulos 25-year-old man from Niles was was taken into custody the night of the shooting. shot once in the leg.

He is scheduled to appear at The details on what led to the shooting were not immediately the Skokie District Courthouse Nov. 5 and is being held on available.

Witnesses inside the residence $100,000 bond.

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

Two men arrested after reportedly filing false police reports to cover up theft

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

A manager and another person reportedly attempted to file a false police report to cover up their theft of items from Argila Hookah Lounge, 6322 Dempster.

The manager Moustafa Abdel-Salal, 23, was charged

with theft and disorderly conduct, and Michael S. Marrougi, 19, was charged with theft.

Police say the two men apparently filed a false police report early Oct. 21 to hide their alleged theft of money, a computer, cell phone and See FALSE REPORT, page 22

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FALSE rEPOrT Continued from page 1 hookah equipment from the business.

The call made to police said that a male suspect wearing a hoodie and a mask robbed the manager of money and hookah supplies at knifepoint.

“The call came out, and the patrol shift set up a perimeter,” said Paul Yaras, commander with the Morton Grove police.

Yaras said an officer near the intersection of Dempster and Central then saw a suspicious

vehicle parked with a subject matching the description and made contact. Police say Marrougi was in the vehicle waiting for Abdel-Salal. The reported stolen items were also in the vehicle, so police took Marrougi into custody.

“Inconsistencies of [AbdelSalal’s] statement led to a belief that he filed a false police report,” said Yaras.

“Subsequent interviews by detectives produced a written statement from the manager and his accomplice that it was a staged event.”

Authorities say Abdel-Salal and Marrougi did not damage anything to stage the robbery, but they did make injuries on the manager to make it look like he was beat up.

News Obituary Mary I. Bondi Mary I. Bondi, nee Mostaccio, beloved wife of Thomas L.; loving mother of Laurel (Dean) Strzelecki and Thomas A. (Sandra); dearest grandmother of Deana (Brad) Tokarz, Stephanie Strzelecki, Alyse Bondi, Christopher Bondi and Marc Bondi; dear great grandmother of Kailey and Emma Tokarz; fond sister of Sylvia (Ron) Rosinski, Gino (Barbara) Mostacci and the late Frank (the late Loretta) Mostaccio; dear aunt and great aunt of many. Funeral Service was Wednesday Oct. 23 at 9:15 a.m. at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, going to Our Lady of Ransom Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Maryhill Cemetery.

Visitation was Tuesday Oct. 22 from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m.. In lieu of flowers donations to Children Memorial Hospital will be appreciated. For funeral information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes.com.

Dorothy Theresa Grimm Dorothy Theresa Grimm, nee Muellner, age 87, of Niles. Devoted wife of the late Raymond for 51 years. Loving mother of Barbara (George) Long, Jackie (Frank) Seter, the late Tommy, and Janice (Sharon) Grimm. Adoring grandmother of Amy, Sara and Jordan. Beloved baby sister of 10 late brothers and sisters. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews, and loyal friend of many. Dorothy was born and raised in Chicago and graduated from St. Philomena. She was a longtime parishioner at St. John Brebeuf. She worked at Sears Golf Mill for many years and volunteered for the GLADD program at St. John Brebeuf, in the nursery at Classic Bowl, and Niles’ Friendly Visitor program. Dorothy will be fondly remembered for her kindness, warmth and her devotion to family, as well as being an avid bicyclist. Visitation was Wed. Oct.

16 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Niles. Funeral was Thursday Oct. 17 at 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Wright-Way Rescue or GLADD c/o St. John Brebeuf appreciated.

John P. Lundie John P. Lundie, age 90, World War II Army Veteran, beloved husband of Genevieve, nee Zawistowski; loving father of Karen (Jim) Dowd, and Daniel Lundie; dear brother of Vivian (David) Rogala, and the late Anthony and Richard Lundie. Visitation was at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Avenue Niles on Sunday Oct. 13 from 3 to 8 p.m. Funeral was Monday Oct. 14 at 11:30 a.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. For funeral information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www. skajafuneralhomes.com.

Mary L. Steinert Mary L. Steinert, beloved wife of Leonard; loving mother of Therese (Ray) Los, Lawrence (Diane), Patricia (Gary) Larsen, and Michael (Carole) and the late Elizabeth; devoted grandmother of Lesley (Michael) Pierini, Meredith Larsen, Jameson Larsen, Aleksandra Steinert, Leonard Scott Steinert ; dear sister of the late Harriet, Casey and Stanley Kiersnowski.

Visitation was at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave. Niles on Friday Oct. 11 from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral was Saturday Oct. 12 at 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorial to the Gladd Program c/o St. John Brebeuf Church appreciated. For funeral information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www. skajafuneralhomes.com.

News Briefs Man killed in Oct. 24 crash on Higgins Road identified Rusty Carpenter, 37, of East Dundee was identified as the man killed in a four-vehicle crash the evening of Oct. 24 on Higgins Road, near I-90 in Rosemont.

Niles trustee defends right to sit on library board as well During the Oct. 22 Niles trustee meeting, board member Danette O’Donovan Matyas defended her right to also serve on the Niles Library’s board during the meetings final public comments section.

“My sitting on two boards is not improper,” Matyas said.“I was a part of the library’s renovation from the beginning and wanted to see it through to completion.”

She said that since the library and village are separate taxing bodies that do not contract with one another there wasn’t any conflict.The Niles library is currently undergoing a $5.5 million renovation,

with the project scheduled for completion in midJanuary.

Morton Grove park district loses American Legion’s financial support The American Legion has withdrawn all financial support for the Morton Grove Park District. The withdrawal came after Dan Ashta, a park board member, refused requests to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance by a member of Morton Grove’s Legion Post 134 . Ashta, who has a background in law and real estate, told those at the meeting that he felt it was his right to choose to sit during the pledge and wanted to keep the meeting open to those who might otherwise feel isolated or unwanted there because they also choose not to stand.

Morton Grove’s Legion Post 134 pays $300 to sponsor the Easter Extravaganza, $300 to sponsor the Halloween Family Festival, $1,000 to sponsor the Party in the Park events, and contributes $1,000 toward 4th of July fireworks.

The park board’s next regular meeting is scheduled for Nov. 21.

Food

INDI VID UAL MIXED NU T TARTS Makes 8 4-inch tarts 1 pound Sugar Dough (recipe follows) or refrigerated pie dough 2-3/4 cups light corn syrup 1-1/4 cups packed dark brown sugar 6 large cage-free eggs 3 large cage-free egg yolks 1 vanilla bean 4-1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup hazelnut liqueur, such as

Frangelico 3 cups shelled unsalted mixed nuts, such as macadamias, pecans, walnuts, or cashews 1/2 pound unsweetened shredded coconut Whipped cream or ice cream, for serving, optional

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Cut the dough into 2 equal pieces. On a flour-dusted work surface, use a rolling pin to roll out each piece into an 11-inch square. Place the squares on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.

With a 5-inch round tart ring or plate as your guide, use the tip of a small, sharp knife to cut out 8 circles of dough. Fit the circles into 8 individual 4-by-1/2-inch tart pans. Trim the edges. Place on the baking sheet and refrigerate until needed In a large bowl, combine the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs and yolks. Whisk until thoroughly blended.

With a small, sharp knife, carefully cut the vanilla bean in half lengthwise. With the back edge of the knife blade, carefully scrape the seeds from each half. Put the butter and vanilla bean seeds and

halves in a small skillet. Heat over medium heat just until the mixture turns golden brown and smells nutty. Immediately scrape into the corn syrup mixture, removing the vanilla bean halves. Add the liqueur and stir until blended.

Put the tart shells on a baking sheet. Evenly distribute the nuts among the shells. Ladle the corn syrup mixture equally among the shells.

Bake the tarts on the baking sheet until the filling feels firm to a light, quick touch, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven, sprinkle the coconut over the tarts, and return to the oven to bake until the coconut turns golden, 10 to 15 minutes longer. Transfer to a rack to cool.

To serve, slide a sharp knife tip around the side of each tart pan to loosen the dough and unmold the tarts onto individual plates. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if you like.

SUGAR D OUGH Makes 1-1/2 pounds 2 large cage-free egg yolks 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy

2-1/3 cups cake flour or pastry flour 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 pound unsalted butter, chilled, cut into small pieces

cream

In a food processor fitted with the stainless-steel blade, combine the flour and sugar. Add the butter and process until the mixture resembles fine meal.

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and 1 tablespoon of the cream. Scrape the mixture into the processor bowl. Process until a ball of

dough begins to form, adding a little extra cream if necessary to bring the dough together.

Carefully transfer the dough from the processor bowl to a lightly floured work surface. With clean hands, press the dough into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or, preferably, overnight.

Most people limit their culinary creativity at Halloween to deciding what assortment of prepackaged candies they’ll offer to the little action heroes, fairy princesses and monsters who show up at the door yelling, “Trick or treat!” But, as much fun as that might be, I also like to make special little Halloween treats for my sons and their friends, as well as the grownups who might accompany them to our house.

It doesn’t have to be anything complicated. Some years, I’ll just make a batch of basic sugar cookie dough, roll it out, and then

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use cutters in Halloween-themed shapes like ghosts, skulls, jack-o’lanterns, bats and witches’ hats to create individual cookies. I’ll bake the cookies in advance and, before people come over, prepare simple icings (or put out store-bought ones) in appropriate colors like orange, black, red, green and white.

Then, when everyone arrives, young and older people alike have great fun decorating their own cookies.

I also might prepare a slightly more sophisticated treat for people to enjoy. One of my favorites is little tartlets filled with a mixture of crunchy nuts bound together in a thick, sweet mixture of corn syrup, brown sugar and eggs, all topped with golden-brown shredded coconut. The result is reminiscent of a great pecan pie, but with more variety, a little more

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richness to balance the sweetness, and a fun touch of tropical flavor from the coconut.

The tarts themselves take just a few minutes to assemble and less than an hour to bake. Once they’ve cooled and you’ve unmolded them, they store well for a few days in an airtight container.

So don’t be scared. Give this great recipe a try. I bet you’ll like it so much that you’ll start coming up with your own variations. Use whatever mixture of nuts you like and maybe even sprinkle in some chocolate chips before spooning in the corn syrup mixture. Go on making and enjoying this special treat throughout the holiday season to come. (c) 2013 WOLFGANG PUCK WORLDWIDE, INC. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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