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Lisle gets new addition Dr. Hetal Petal (center) stands alongside Lisle Chamber Director Tom Althoff and Mayor Joe Broda at a grand opening event at Advanced Lisle Dental, 1064 Maple Ave., last month. For more information on the dentistry practice, visit hadvancedlisledental.com or call 630-271-9999.

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Benet 5k for the Drive braves cold weather families in need and also contribute to various charities and service organizations. Of th 175 participants who finished the run/walk, the overall winner was Benet history teacher Kevin Renicker. Following the race, participants and volunteers along with their families and friends were invited to the Benet cafeteria for food and refreshments. Those interested in donating to the Christmas Drive can visit www. benet.org.

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Runners and walkers brave the elements Sunday for Benet Academy’s annual 5k for the Drive.

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Benet Academy history teacher Kevin Renicker makes a turn during the 5k for the Drive on Sunday. Renicker was the top finisher from the event.

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LISLE – Benet Academy’s second annual 5K for the Drive run/walk to benefit the school’s annual Christmas Drive had more than 300 registered runners and walkers Sunday. The Christmas Drive has been a Benet Academy tradition that dates back more than 25 years. The drive has evolved into a two-week fundraising event in which students and teachers collaborate to raise money to buy both toys and food for local

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8POLICE REPORTS Information in Police Reports is obtained from the Lisle Police Department. Individuals listed in Police Reports who have been charged with a crime have not been proven guilty in court.

8NEWS BRIEFS 1036 Heritage Hill Drive, Naperville, was charged with driving with a suspended license after a traffic stop at Ogden Avenue and Radcliffe Road at about 12:04 a.m. Saturday.

Drug charges License violations • Jorge Pimentel-Albor, 32, of 149 Lombard Ave., Lombard, was charged with aggravated driving with a revoked license after a traffic stop at Keller and Wellington avenues at about 10:57 p.m. Saturday. • Rosemary Brinza, 23, of

Anjelica M. Marsala, 20, of 814 N. Latrobe Ave., Chicago, was charged with reckless driving, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia after a traffic stop at Tangley Oaks Trail and Fender Road at about 12:30 p.m. Dec. 5.

Fire District promotes holiday fire safety LISLE – The Lisle-Woodridge Fire District will be participating in the Holiday Fire Safety campaign through December. While being a part of Keep the Wreaths Red, the five fire stations will display large wreaths with red lights. The lights will remain red unless there is a fire in the district caused by any part of a holiday decoration or display. Each holiday fire will cause a red light to be replaced by a white light. The program, which ends Jan. 1, is to remind residents to use

proper care when setting up holiday displays, lights, candles, Christmas trees and more. For more information on Keep the Wreaths Red or fire prevention, contact the Lisle-Woodridge Fire Prevention Bureau at 630-353-3030 or visit www. lwfd.org.

Lisle CVB retains accreditation LISLE – The Lisle Convention & Visitors Bureau has successfully achieved re-accreditation from the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) for 2013-17. DMAP is an international accreditation program developed by the Washington, D.C.-based Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI). LCVB first earned the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) designation

in 2009. By holding the DMAP accreditation, destination marketing organizations (DMOs) communicate to their community, buyers and potential visitors that their DMO has attained the highest measure of excellence, according to a release. For more information, visit www.StayinLisle.com or call 630-769-1000.

Church to offer Christmas Eve Candlelight Service LISLE – Faith UMC, 5395 Westview Lane, Lisle, invites all to its Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 9 p.m. Dec. 24. The Christmas story will be shared, and traditional Christmas carols will be sung. Two choral anthems will be presented by the church choir. For more information, visit www.faithchurchlisle.org.

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Authors pen new book for adolescent girls By ED MCMENAMIN emcmenamin@shawmedia.com DOWNERS GROVE – Adolescent girls often know the meaning of empathy, or the book definition of being a “good friend,” but when schoolyard conflicts arise, those lessons often disappear into a swirl of emotions and bullying, according to Sandra McDonnell, president of the local nonprofit Helping Girls Navigate Adolescence.

McDonnell and the nonprofit founder Mary Ellen Young, a former District 58 School Board member, realized that gap between knowledge and practice during educational programs the organization hosts throughout the year to help prevent bullying and assist girls in growing emotionally and socially during the formative years. “We kept asking ourselves, ‘What can we do to help girls really incorporate this into

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Police say three flee Radio Shack robbery Customer, employee allegedly get pepper-sprayed SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA Bond was set at $1 million for three men accused of robbing a Radio Shack at 75th Street and Lemont Road at gunpoint on Dec. 11 before pepper spraying an employee

and customer while fleeing. Carlos Brown, 20, of 6311 Wells St., Downers Grove, B.L. Jones, 19, of 1415 N. Latrobe, Chicago, and Brandon Jones, 19, of 2632 Forest Drive, Woodridge, have each been charged with two counts of armed robbery, a Class X Felony. Around 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, Brandon Jones and Brown allegedly entered

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police. Through the help of witnesses, Downers Grove police officers were able to spot the vehicle and after a B.L. Jones chase were able to stop the vehicle on Route 59 near Ferry Road. O n c e stopped, Brandon Jones and Brown fled the Carlos vehicle while Brown B.L. Jones remained and was taken into custody, police said. After a brief foot chase, Brandon Jones and Brown were also taken into custody, according to police.

8NEWS BRIEFS Lisle CVB kicks off Winter Warmth Drive

Village approves Dunham Road townhomes

LISLE – The Lisle Convention & Visitors Bureau is partnering with Lisle Township to collect gently used or new winter wear for needy Lisle Township residents. The drive will collect winter hats, mittens, gloves and scarves through Dec. 31. A collection box will be at their office location in the Lisle Village Hall lobby, 925 Burlington Ave., open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Lisle CVB will take donations to Lisle Township where it will be given to residents in need. For more information, contact Lisle CVB Bureau Services Coordinator Katie Palombit at 630-769-1000 or email palombit@stayinlisle.com.

DOWNERS GROVE – The Downers Grove Village Council approved a plan for 12 new townhomes in the 7100 block of Dunham Road at its meeting Dec. 10 despite objections from neighbors over possible congestion. The developer’s plan calls for 12 townhomes in three buildings, and includes a water detention basin, according to village documents. Village density guidelines would have allowed up to 19 townhomes on the lot. The agreement with the village also requires builders to add 16 parkway trees along both Crystal Avenue and Dunham Road. Village staff memos said both roads have adequate capacity to support traffic created by the new subdivision, but residents expressed doubts that streets would be able to handle possible congestion. Council members said they sympathized with neighbors concerns but could not deny a project in an area specifically zoned for that very type of development.

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“This type of brazen criminal behavior will not be tolerated in DuPage County and will be met with the full force of the law,” DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin said in a news release. “I would like to thank all of the agencies involved in this case, particularly Officer Jim Minett of the Downers Grove Police Department, for their outstanding cooperative efforts in apprehending these three men.” The next court date for Brown and B.L. Jones is scheduled Monday. Brandon Jones’ next court appearance is scheduled Dec. 31. Because the crime was allegedly committed with a firearm, all three men are eligible for a 15-year extended-term add on, according to the release.

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Ask Dr. Webster never shovel the sidewalk and driveway all winter, their cars are in the streets, preventing the snowplow from clearing the street properly. These are homeowner duties. If they don’t like to do them, move to an apartment. I would like to see a village code against negligent properties.

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More on Mandela To the underinformed individual who declared good riddance to [Nelson] Mandela. Perhaps the media should dig a little dipper into why Mandela was put in jail. It would find that he was put in jail because he was fighting the oppressive white government against the blacks of the country. It was called apartheid.

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the pension reform legislation that ripped off teachers of their retirements didn’t go far enough. Well, just like your brother stealing your money of your piggy bank for years and then just saying, “Oh sorry, I don’t have the money anymore. Too bad, you come up with it.” Come on. This was actual theft. We teachers who are retired and other public employees know that this is just first step

WHY SUGAR HURTS Q: Why is sugar so bad for your teeth? A: Sugar is bad for your teeth because it raises the plaque that adheres to your teeth to an acidic level that will begin to erode the enamel and promote the start of a cavity. Depending on a variety of factors, the plaque can stay acidic for up to an hour. Consuming sugary products at regular intervals during the day can keep your teeth under stress for most of the day. So, one thing to bear in mind as you go through your day is the frequency with which you consume sugar. Satisfying your sweet tooth, for instance, at meal time is less damaging. Saliva production during the course of a regular meal is higher than it is at other times, helping your mouth flush away damaging food particles. Also, you’re probably more likely to brush and floss after a regular meal. Sugar, of course, contributes to other problems as well, like obesity and diabetes. Some items that you may think are healthy substitutes for sugar, like honey, molasses or corn syrup, may actually be worse for you because they are sticky and cling to teeth more easily than refined sugar. Hard candies are especially bad because they take a long time to dissolve and keep teeth bathed in sugar. Talk with your dentist for suggestions on healthy snacks you might be able to substitute for a sugary one.

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My husband and I want to publicly thank our neighbors for all their concern and support during the past few months. After my husband’s stroke in July, we have been amazed by the help we’ve received getting groceries, bringing over food, taking out the garbage, putting the newspaper by the door and phone calls to make sure we’re OK. A perfect example was after our snow fall Sunday, we had three different people clearing our driveway. It reminds us that despite the weather, Obamacare and all the troubles we all face, there is so much to be grateful for – and we are. Merry Christmas!

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a book, paired with a bracelet girls could weave as they completed its chapters. McDonnell and Young ended up founding a for-profit business separate from the nonprofit, called Authentic Me, to develop the idea. The book, “Elements for Girls,” was released this month and is the new business venture’s first project. It comes with several multicolored strands of hemp for the bracelet, along with beads and metal charms for each of the chapters. “Our book talks to the girls about celebrating who they are,” McDonnell said. “And recognizing the fact that everyone is different.” The charms carry meaning to help remind girls to carry empathy and other traits in their day-to-day lives. For example, one charm is a flip-flop, reminding girls to “walk in other people’s shoes.” “We know if a child has empathy, it really makes them more considerate of others, more caring, understanding,” Young said. “It’s the No. 1 el-

ement that prevents bullying. There’s so much rudeness in our world and cruelty. If children learn to be empathetic early on, they’re much more successful later on.” Young recently served on the team that implemented social-emotional learning standards at select schools for the Illinois State Board of Education. She also served on the District 58 School Board from 2001 to 2009. The book is filled with activities and question-and-answer prompts to encourage girls to set aside time for reflection and to learn problem solving techniques and other important social-emotional lessons. “I picture a girl curling up in bed with the book and a set of gel pens and just having fun with it,” Young said. “These girls now have so much pressure and time constraints on them, it’s kind of sad that they don’t have time for reflection.” The book was written for an audience of girls in fifth through seventh grade, but she said it can be applicable for a wider age range. “The whole message is ‘You’re unique and special, and that’s OK,’ ” Young said.

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Tom Althoff is president and CEO of the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Volunteers Barb Keller (left) and Diane McGovern run the Toy Express storefront at 75th Street and Lemont Road.

About a thousand families are going to have happier homes this Christmas thanks to local charity Toy Express. The nonprofit collects toys, books and stuffed animals and lets needy parents come to its storefront and pick out them out as presents for their children. This is especially neat in that parents can pick the presents their children will like most. Donations are still being collected locally in Donations are collected locally at Lisle-Woodridge Fire District stations in Lisle at 1005 School St., 2505 Green Trails Drive and 2005 Warrenville Road. From the Lisle Suburban Life to our readers – happy holidays and merry Christmas!

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We are finishing another year with the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce. We appreciate all the support from the community and thank Ryan Terrell, News Editor for Lisle Suburban Life, for the opportunity to spread the word about our programs and the Village of Lisle. I also want to thank Paula COMMUNITY Gleason of Bensidoun USA VOICE for her leadership as Chair Tom of our Board of Directors. We Althoff have had a great year under her leadership. Kudos also goes to Dan Garvy, Director of the Lisle Park District, for his years of service. He is leaving the board after six years of dedicated support, one of which was as Board Chair. Looking ahead to January we are pleased to partner with the Downers Grove, Darien, Westmont and Woodridge chambers for a State of the County luncheon with Chairman Dan Cronin. The event will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 11:30 a.m. at Seven Bridges Golf Club in Woodridge. All are welcome to attend. Please check our website www. lislechamber.com to register. Later in the month, on Thursday, Jan. 16, Mayor Joseph Broda will be giving his State of the Village address. We are pleased to sponsor this luncheon, which will be held at the Hilton Lisle/Naperville at 11:30 a.m. You can register for this luncheon through our website as well. On Monday, Jan. 20, the College of DuPage and Benedictine University will sponsor the annual Martin Luther King breakfast. We encourage everyone to attend this huge commemorative event. Please register early because it is usually a sellout. To register one needs to go through the College of DuPage at www.cod.edu/MLK. In early February, the Lisle Chamber presents Dancing with the Chamber Stars. This annual event features amateur dancers paired with professional instructors who prepare for this exciting event. It includes a silent auction to benefit the Chamber along with a gourmet dinner and beverages and entertainment. It is truly a highlight of the year. The theme this year is Luau in Lisle. It is an event that should not be missed. The date is Friday, Feb. 7 and the location is the Hilton Lisle/Naperville. More information will be found on the chamber website as well. So that is a preview of what is coming in January and February. We would like to wish all the readers a very Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa and Happy New Year!

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THREE DAY NEW YEARS HOLIDAY ESTATE AUCTION Auction to be held at the Tumbleson Auction Center, 1635 North Main Street, Princeton, IL, Located 100 miles West of Chicago, Il just off INT 80, Exit 56, South on Rt. 26. (Behind the Sherwood Antique Mall) on: MONDAY, DEC. 30, TUESDAY, DEC. 31 & WED., JANUARY 1, 2014 TIME: 10:00 A.M. (Preview: 8:00 A.M.) Each Day **SPECIAL PREVIEW OF ALL THREE DAYS: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2013 TIME: 4:00-6:00 P.M.** View Full Listing, Photos & Absentee Bid on website: www.tumblesonauction.com MONDAY, DECEMBER 30 – AUTOMOBILE & SCOOTERS: 2000 Ford Taurus Station Wagon-2009 CFMOTO Fa-Shion CF 250T Scooter 1950 & 1961 Cushman Scooters & Battery Operated Scooters. Many Pieces of Primitive Furniture, OVER 125 Pcs. of Quality Stoneware, Primitives & Antiques, Advertising Items & Lg. Collection of Oriental and Decorative Items from Father Ed Harkrader, Princeton, IL. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31 – Over 150 Duck Decoys, Hunting Related & Fishing, Over 100 Firearms, Ammo & Related Items, Coin Collection & Group of Approx. 18 (Newer Collectors Edition) Lg. John Deere Toy Tractor & Implements-NIB. – 10% Buyer’s Premium & Proxibid Available for this Auction Day ONLY WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1 – Antique, Primitive & Collectible Furniture, Collection of Clocks, Contemp. Design Stained Glass Lamps, Quality Glassware, Sterling Silver Jewelry Including: Many Fine Diamond Rings, Necklace and Bracelet, Costume & Sterling Silver Jewelry, Many Nice Linens, Aprons, Doilies, Buttons, Purses, Dresser Sets & Perfume Bottle & Lg. Old Antique Paintings & Pictures/Frames: Many Religious & Old Framed Paintings and Pictures, Framed Custer Last Stand Picture. PLEASE NOTE: This is a Very Large Quality Estate Three Day Auction! Please See Website for Full Listing, Photos & Absentee On-Line Bidding!!! CRANK ESTATE, KICKAPOO, IL AND OTHERS TT TUMBLESON AUCTION COMPANY, PRINCETON, IL E-mail: ttauction@yahoo.com AUCTIONEERS: TOM AND MARY TUMBLESON LIC # 040000396-397 & TIFFANY FOES LIC #041.001601-PHONE: 815-872-1852

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DOWNERS GROVE – Singer-songwriters Walt Meder and Mark Dvorak will perform their original work from 7 to 9 p.m. Dec. 28 at Caribou Coffee, 5100 S. Main St. Dvorak recently published his

15 first book of essays and poetry, “Bowling for Christmas and Other Tales from the Road.” In 2012, WFMT 98.7 FM named Dvorak “Chicago’s Troubadour,” and he has released 16 CDs of traditional and original material including, “Time Ain’t Got Nothin’ On Me,” released on the

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Two of Santa’s elves guide reindeer Nov. 30 down the parade route on Cass Avenue in downtown Westmont. The parade was part of the Holly Days opening ceremonies. Lorae Mundt - For Shaw Media

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The Stimach family waits for the parade to start Nov. 30 in Westmont. The parade coincided with small business Saturday.

TOWNS The best holiday photos LEFT: Cordelia Heller of Downers Grove sings into a speaker that caused the light to undulate and dance against a grove of black walnut trees. John Cox - For Shaw Media

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Morton Arboretum has more than 50 acres lit up as part of the “Illumination” exhibit through Jan.4.

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The Morton Arboretum Visitor Center reflected in the pond at sunset during the “Illumination” exhibit. John Cox - For Shaw Media

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Santa and Hinsdale Village President Tom Cauley light the tree in front of Village Hall on Dec. 3 during the annual Christmas Walk.

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ABOVE: Manny Wilkes gives Santa his wishlist Dec. 7 during the Lights of Lisle festival. LEFT: Elaborate edible entries, such as this one by Sharon Macak and family, made voting for the best gingerbread house difficult during the Gingerbread Festival from Nov. 29 through Dec. 1 in downtown Downers Grove.

People pack The Promenade in Bolingbrook for the Symphony of Lights holiday lights show Nov. 23.

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Continued from page 11 like the postal carriers and the newspaper delivery people. I always make sure that I even give the substitute mail carriers some kind of tip during the holidays. I make sure that the cards that are left by the Suburban Life carrier and the Tribune newspaper delivery people get a tip. After all, they’re working hard in the cold and the heat.

Shirking obligations A major airline carrier declares bankruptcy and cheats its pilots and staff of their retirement benefits. Then, it emerges as a new improved airline merging with another, gets a fresh start, while the others that they’ve left behind have to struggle. The state shirks its pension obligations on its employees, and it’s literally going to declare

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bankruptcy, like the city of Detroit, leaving everybody behind while they get to start fresh. Is this the way our government and our country is meant to be running things?

Fury over felines I am especially upset to see owners letting their cats out in freezing weather, not being concerned about whether or not they may suffer frostbite or possibly freeze to death. There are so many more reasons to keep a cat indoors. Indoor cats do not get hit by cars, procreate causing an overpopulation of cats (which may end up in shelters and potentially euthanized), create problems with neighbors, get lost or stolen. Bunchers are people who sell cats to labs for animal experimentation or research. Other people steal cats for use as bait for training fighting dogs. Outdoor cats can contract fleas, worms, ringworm and ticks and can get diseases from other cats such as Feline Leukemia, Infectious Peritonitis, Distemper and FIV (Feline AIDS). Indoor cats are safe from wildlife, dogs and human abuse. It is also hard to monitor cat’s urinary tract and bowel health. Don’t know if people are unaware of the dangers, or just don’t care. Please keep cats safe indoors and share this information.

Leaf pickup The person who wrote into the Suburban Life regarding Advance Disposal was certainly not well informed. There was free leaf pick up in Darien during October and through Nov. 29. After that, sorry, you’re on your own.

Removing trees costly To the person who complained about the ash removal in Lemont, the village is doing everything it can to remove the infected trees. And the so-called cheap homeowners? Well I’m on a fixed income and living alone, and I’m a senior, and the cost of removing a tree can range from $1,000 to $2,500. It is more than my monthly income. Plus, people with families can’t afford this either.

DOWNERS GROVE – Closing sales have left aisles bare at Dominick’s in Downers Grove, and the storefront will be similarly vacant on Dec. 28 if a buyer does not come forward. The parent company Safeway is looking for competitors to buy all 72 Dominick’s locations in the Chicago area. Those that are not bought will close. Employees like bakery manager Anthony Grzesiak hope someone will “swoop in last minute” to buy the store, and save their jobs. Though he’s not optimistic. “It’s hard for all of us here,” said Grzesiak, an employee at the store for three years. “Hopefully people find somewhere to go.” Another long-time employee, Tom Campbell, has worked for Dominick’s for 23 years, he said, starting at a store in Aurora in 1991. He said he’s been at the Downers Grove location at 42 Ogden Ave. for eight years, and has lined up work at another grocery store if this one closes. Though, he said he thinks a buyer will come through. “I would think so,” he said. “It’s a beautiful store.” By Monday evening, shelves to hold food, liquor, general merchandise, and health and beauty shelves were mostly empty following sales, some of which offered 50 percent off. The deli and meat sections were stocked, but it was unclear if those would be replenished through Dec. 28. Hinsdale resident Karen Sugay took advantage of the sales last week to buy diapers for a needy family her child’s middle school is sponsoring for the holiday season. She shopped at the Downers Grove Dominick’s on occasion, she said, when other errands made it convenient. “I’m surprised and disap-

“I’m surprised and disappointed. I didn’t know they were closing. Dominick’s carries some of the stuff I can’t get at Jewel.” Karen Sugay Dominick’s shopper pointed,” she said. “I didn’t know they were closing. Dominick’s carries some of the stuff I can’t get at Jewel.” Mariano’s Fresh Market and Jewel have announced the purchase of several Dominick’s in the Chicago area, and Whole Foods is rumored to be pursuing a short list of the stores. So far, Downers Grove’s Dominick’s is among the dozens that have not found buyers. Safeway and the strip mall’s landlord, Inland Real Estate Corporation, are still in discussions with potential buyers, Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation President Michael Cassa said. “I obviously would love to see that space filled with a quality tenant as soon as possible,” Cassa said. “Almost every community is affected by these closings.” The 72,000-square-foot grocery store serves an anchor business for about a half-dozen businesses in the strip mall, including Sally Beauty Supply, Hallmark and Oberweis Dairy. Cassa and employees of neighboring businesses expressed concern Thursday about how losing the shopping anchor would affect business. “I think it’s a shame what Safeway is doing,” said Deborah Hansen, the manager of an adjacent business. “When people say Dominick’s is closing, it’s not just Dominick’s employees who are affected.”

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OBITUARIES JAMES J. CORNO, SR. James J. “Jim” Corno, Sr., age 66, of Naperville and Hinsdale, passed away December 10, 2013. Arrangements by Friedrich Jones Funeral Home. 630-355-0213

GEORGE J. DROBILEK

8EDUCATION NOTES SCHOLARSHIPS Lauren Hayes of Lisle received the Eastern Illinois University Excellence in Fine Arts Scholarship Award.

DEAN’S LISTS Milwaukee School of Engineering, fall quarter BOLINGBROOK: Vincent Esposito

George J. Drobilek, age 83, of Bolingbrook, passed away December 10, 2013. Arrangements by McCauley Funeral Chapel. 630-759-1212

GEORGIA ALICE KIBLER Georgia Alice Kibler (nee Stewart), age 88, of Warrenville, passed away December 10, 2013. Arrangements by Friedrich Jones Funeral Home. 630-355-0213

RONALD D. PROVENZANO Ronald D. “Ron” Provenzano, age 68, of Chicago, formerly of Naperville, passed away December 13, 2013. Arrangements by Friedrich Jones Funeral Home. 630-355-0213

GRADUATES Miami University WOODRIDGE: Patricia Gennardo, master’s in zoology

MILITARY NOTES Air Force Airman Pawel Leszczynski of Bolingbrook graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

HONOR ROLLS Fenwick High School, first quarter FIRST HONORS LISLE: Junior Briana Owens

RAYMONDA ANNE WOHEAD

SECOND HONORS WOODRIDGE: Sophomore Joshua Collier

Raymonda Anne Wohead (nee Maloney), age 86, of Naperville, passed away December 10, 2013. Arrangements by Friedrich Jones Funeral Home. 630-355-0213

Downers Grove North High School, first quarter

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Minimum Requirements: Requirements include a CDL Class “B” License with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements and a good driving record. Candidates must be at least 21 years old. Starting Wage - $14.44/hour to $17.33/hour with potential to $19.89/hour. Applications are available at the reception desk in the Village Hall. Position is opened until filled. E.O.E.

The next regular meeting of the Village Council will be January 7, 2014. There will be free parking available in the Village’s commuter lots and the parking deck on December 24 and 25, 2013. December 25 is a garbage holiday. Collections will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.

COAT DRIVE 2013 The Village is collecting gently used coats and winter accessories for all ages. Drop boxes will be located in the lobbies of: * Village Hall, 801 Burlington Avenue * Police Department, 825 Burlington Avenue * Public Works, 5101 Walnut Avenue All items collected will be donated to Sharing Connections to benefit those in need in the community. Items will be collected through January 13, 2014. The coat drive is organized by the VOICE Committee, a voluntary group of Village employees with the goal of supporting humanitarian efforts in the organization and the Downers Grove community.

VILLAGE RECEIVES AWARD FOR FINANCIAL REPORTING EXCELLENCE The Village has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This award is issued following a review by an impartial panel of judges and recognizes the Village's "spirit of full disclosure" in the telling of its financial story. The professional manner in which the CAFR is organized and presented were cited as motivating factors which encourage potential users to read the document. The CAFR provides a detailed, audited account of all financial activity for the funds and departments in the Village organization. It is published within six months from the close of each fiscal year. The receipt of this award caps a year of outstanding achievements for the financial team headed by Finance Director Judy Buttny. In 2013 the Village's bond rating was raised from AA+ to AAA by Standard & Poor's and the GFOA issued the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the Village for its Annual Budget.

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CHRISTMAS LIGHT RECYCLING Don't throw away your tangled, frayed or burned-out Christmas lights this year! In support of the Strategic Plan goal to be "green" mindful and sustainable, the Village offers recycling of Christmas tree lights and extension cords. A receptacle is available at the Public Works Facility, 5101 Walnut Avenue through February 1, 2014. Items may be dropped off during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Acceptable items are: • Mini-lights (also known as Italian lights) • C7 lights • C9 lights • Rope lights • LED lights • Extension cords Special thanks to Elgin Recycling for partnering with the Village to promote sustainability in the community. Village Council meetings are held the first, second, and third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers at 801 Burlington Avenue. Village Council meetings are broadcast live on DGTV-Ch. 6. The rebroadcast of these meetings can be seen Wednesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. and Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Live radio broadcasts of Council meetings can only be heard at 7:00 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of the month on WDGC-FM, 88.3. Podcast and live streaming coverage of Council meetings are also available at www.downers.us. Individuals with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any meeting should contact the ADA Coordinator at 630.434.5525, prior to the meeting. Wheelchair access is available through the south entrance of Village Hall. 12/18/13

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Resident to perform in sketch comedy festival By ED MCMENAMIN emcmenamin@shawmedia.com DOWNERS GROVE – Comedian Jake Dewar’s improv training at Second City has helped him hone his craft as a comedian and actor, but he said the positive effects are probably even more noticeable off-stage. “I’m kind of more aware of human behavior in general,” said Dewar, 26. “It really heightened my listening. I probably would not be dating the woman I’m Jake Dewar dating right now without improvisation.” Dewar grew up in Downers Grove, watching Monty Python and Laurel & Hardy. By 17 he was making his own comedy CDs for friends. And around that time he started to teach himself piano, and then guitar, the latter of which has become a regular part of his stage performances. Dewar will bring his new material to the stage during a solo show at the 13th annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival Jan. 9-19 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago. He will perform at 2 p.m. Jan. 19 in the cabaret theater. It’s the largest sketch comedy festival in the country. About 150 groups comprising about 1,000 artists will perform 170 shows in eight days to an average of 10,000 patrons. He said his Second City training last year led him to change how he writes his comedy sketches. Before, it usually began at a table with a blank sheet of paper and a pen. Now the

If you go WHAT: The 13th annual Chicago Sketch Festival WHEN: Jan. 9-19 Jake Dewar will perform at 2 p.m. Jan. 19 in the cabaret theatre of Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. TICKETS: $14 on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays and $15 on Saturdays. Tickets purchased before Dec. 31 receive a $2 discount and may be purchased at www.Stage773.com, by phone at 773-327-5252 and in person at the Stage 773 box office, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. sketch creation process is all improv-based. He records both his solo and group improv performances, and then sorts through the footage for germs of ideas and connections. The themes that continued to appear in the improv footage are topics that hit close to home for a lot of people in their 20s, he said. “I’m surrounded by a lot of people who feel like they’re in a race to get somewhere or don’t feel like they know where they are going,” he said. “A lot of them are worried about careers, or if they’re going to [find] someone.” Dewar approaches those heavier topics with a sense of playfulness, and the occasional silliness for silliness’ sake, he said. But while he’s working for laughs, he often wants to make a point, too. Short term, the goal is simple, get as good as he can be on stage, he said. Longer term – getting hired at the Second City. “There isn’t a formula,” he said. “I just have to keep doing the work that I’m proud of, and hopefully the rest will come.”

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topher Alexander, John Anderson, Nuria Asad, Brandon Bancoro, Stephen Bednar, Anna Behme, Joseph Below, Carl Bertram, Christopher Bielawa, Mark Bila, Joseph Bilek, Matthew Blauw, Katarzyna Bonar, Michael Brooks, Thomas Canada, Spencer Carr, Ching Chan, Alexandra Chapa, Sophia Chaulk, Xiaoyang Chen, Carson Christ, Kaitlin Christensen, Ashley Cockrill, Curran Cook, Nicholaus Coritana, Christina Council, Michael Cozzi, Madeline Criter, Sam Crowley, Alexandra Cummings, Natasha DaRosa, Maria Derrig, Hailey DiCristina, Giselle Downs, Kathryn Duenas, Peter Dufka, Matthew Durkin, Alyse Dutcher, Seve Esposito, Meghan Eubeler, Madison Farnsworth, Bridget Foreman, Anna Furstenau, Kelsey Gadomski, Trisha Garcia, Anthony Giordano, Benjamin Goodell, Todd Griffin, Amarilis Grobe, Daniel Gustafson, Alec Gutierrez, Kathleen Halloran, Jackson Hansen, Brennan Harmon, Haley Henricksen, Emily Heppner, Shannon Huang, James Hutto, Amber James, Elizabeth Jensen, Madeline Johnson, Nathan Kay, Shaun Kelliher, Kent Ketter, Bridget Keys, Abigail Kosek, Faith Koszewski, Francis Kowara, Tyler Kral, Courtney Kraus, Margaret Kritikos, Kayla Kumiega, Allison

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“In the North, Where Jesus Taught” Travelogue, 7 p.m. Weekly Food Pantry, 10 a.m. Thursday, Lisle Public Library, 777 to noon Thursday, Monday and Front Street, Lisle. Visit Galilee, the Tuesday, Power Connection, 999 Jordan River, Capernaum, and the Remington Blvd. Ste. F, Bolingbrook. Grassy field where the loaves and For $10 donation, fill your bag with fishes multiplied. For information, groceries. Extended hours of 4 to 7 email docunningham@gmail.com. p.m. on Thursdays. For information, Naperville Area Stamp Club, call 630-679-6899 or visit www. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Trinity Lutheran thepowerconnection.org. Church, 1101 Kimberly Way, Lisle. Power Connections Food PanMeets the first and third Thursdays. try, 1 to 6:45 p.m. Monday, Power For information, call 630-257-7430 Connection, 999 Remington Blvd, email philaburn@aol.com. Suite F, Bolingbrook. Open on the Young Onset Parkinson’s Supsecond and fourth Mondays of the port Group, 7 to 8:45 p.m. Monday, month. For a $20 donation, shop Lisle Public Library, 777 Front St., the aisles and receive a pre-select- Lisle. Every fourth Monday. For ed bag of meat. For information, ages 55 and younger. For inforvisit www.thepowerconnection.org. mation, visit www.meetup.com/ dupageyopd.

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ARTISTS’ BAZAAR ENDING WHERE: Lemont Center for the Arts, 1234 State St., Lemont WHEN: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Dec. 19 to 22 COST & INFO: Free entry; 630-243-7375, www.lemontcenterforthearts.wordpress. com ABOUT: There is still plenty of time left to snag a last-minute gift from the extensive selection of homemade crafts and fine art that the Lemont Center for the Arts’ fourth annual Holiday Artists’ Bazaar has to offer. It officially comes to a close Sunday. Check the website for the center’s upcoming classes and exhibits.

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WHERE: Wentz Concert Hall, North Central College, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20 COST & INFO: $10 to $22; tickets at www. animasingers.org, 630-858-2471 ABOUT: The internationally recognized Anima – Young Singers of Greater Chicago (formerly the Glen Ellyn Children’s Chorus) will present “Masters and Mistletoe,” featuring music by Mozart, Haydn and Schubert paired with new carols and toe-tapping favorites. Anima – which means breath, life, soul and spirit – turns 50 in 2014. Its four ensembles are open to grades K to 12. Photo provided

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WHERE: Administration Building, 55 E. Richmond St., Westmont WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 COST & INFO: Free; 630-963-5252, www. wpd4fun.org ABOUT: The Grinch turns Santa’s workshop into his cave for one day at the Grinch Whobilation. There will be Grinch games in Whoville including a snowball toss and the Grinch slither, plus Grinchthemed crafts and treats. Participants can hop on the Long Eared Mules Wagon for a ride around the neighborhood to enjoy the holiday lights.

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The Chew Chew tracks all the right notes RIVERSIDE – There are restaurants and then there are neighborhood institutions. The Chew Chew in Riverside is the latter. On a recent night, The Chew Chew was full of locals: a gathering of schoolteachers, buddies grabbing a burger and catching a Bulls game, and even a village official out for a quiet dinner with his wife. The presence of locals at The Chew Chew is unsurprising, because if you ask anyone in Riverside where to head for dinner, this place makes the list. The Chew Chew serves the community in multiple contexts. The menu references awards for best neighborhood joint; food-focused social media websites rate it highly as a spot for locals and visitors alike; and the restaurant regularly gives generously to local causes and nonprofits. Just like Riverside itself, The Chew Chew is full of history and local mythology, and is, in a word: classic. That’s not bad for a place founded in 1996. But enough about all that; let’s talk food. The Chew Chew’s menu strikes a nice balance between bar food and a higher end steakhouse. An $11 burger sits comfortably on the menu next to mid-priced pasta dishes, $30 steaks and rotating market fish. But with a twist, the menu also offers items not regularly seen on suburban menus, such as escargot, pate and zucchini pickles. To get started, I ordered baked onion soup and one of the night’s specials: duck pate on crostini (toast) with pickled onion and crumbled, hard-boiled egg. The soup arrived first – hot, but not boiling – with a crispy layer of Swiss cheese sitting atop croutons floating on pure onion goodness. On a frigid night, it was the perfect first course to beat the chill; a good balance of broth and onion – hearty without being heavy. About the time I was fin-

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The Chew Chew on Burlington Street in Riverside is a restaurant where locals love to go.

The Chew Chew n Where: 33 E. Burlington St.,

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ishing, my duck pate special arrived. When opportunity and mood align, always go with the special. It’s generally special for a reason. The pate did not disappoint. The pink, pickled onions added a subtle sweetness and color that struck a pleasing note. The side arugula salad with halved grapes was a welcome accompaniment, as I alternated bites. For my main dish, I

Pickled onion and crumbled egg garnish the duck pate on crostini, complemented by arugula salad Cooked perfectly to order is skirt steak with chimichurri, served with with grape halves for a tasty balspicy aioli and shoestring french fries at The Chew Chew in Riverside. ance of flavors. struggled with a decision between a penne pasta made with roasted chicken, tomato, applewood bacon and smoked Gouda cream vs. the grilled skirt steak and chimichurri. I ended up going with the steak, but know I’ll be back for the penne. Whiskey and steak are a marriage made in heaven, so I ordered up Knob Creek neat, and made fine work of the meal. The steak was requested

medium rare and arrived medium rare. Juicy and flavorful with a side of shoestring french fries and a spicy aioli, it was exactly what I hoped it would be. I wanted badly to do dessert, but didn’t leave room. If I had, I might have ordered another special that night: eggnog (the adult kind). But, missed dishes and specials are just another reason to return, this time

with a partner (maybe a local resident), so I can sample their choices as well. If you go where the locals go, you can’t go wrong.

The Mystery Diner is a newsroom employee at Suburban Life Media. The diner’s identity is not revealed to the restaurant staff before or during the meal. Only positive dining experiences will result in published reviews.

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Symphony in Lights, The Promenade Bolingbrook, 631 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. More than 250,000 computer-controlled, brightly colored, energy eficient lights, choreographed to the thunderous sounds of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. For information, visit www.thepromenadebolingbrook.com. Enchanted Railroad, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Jan. 5, Morton Arboretum, 4100 IL Route 53, Lisle. Travel through an indoor winter wonderland. Free timed tickets with Arboretum admission; irst come, irst served. For information, visit www.mortonarb.org. 4th Annual Holiday Artists’ Bazaar, through Dec. 22, Lemont Center for the Arts, Lemont Village Square, 1243 State Street, Unit 101, Lemont. Shop handmade-original-unique art and craft gifts for the holidays. Open noon to 4 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. For information, visit lemontcenterforthearts.wordpress.com. Illumination: Tree Lights at the Morton Arboretum, The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. See trees in a different light, along a mile-long, paved trail around the Arboretum’s Meadow Lake and down the Conifer Walk. For information, visit www.mortonarb.org.

DEC. 18 Holiday Open House, 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Romeoville Branch of White Oak Library District, 201 Normantown Road, Romeoville. With crafts for children, teens, and adults and refreshments. For information, visit www.whiteoakelibrary.org.

DEC. 20 “It’s a Wonderful Life” Screening with ZuZu Bailey, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Hollywood Blvd. Cinema, 1001 West 75th Street, Woodridge and Hollywood Palms Cinema, 352 S. Route 59, Naperville. Hosted by special guest, Karolyn “ZuZu” Grimes. Tickets are from $6 to $8. Showtimes: Dec. 20: 4, 7 and 9:30 p.m. at Hollywood Blvd.; Dec. 21: Noon, 3, 6 and 9:30 p.m. Hollywood Palms; Dec. 22: 12:30, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. at Hollywood Blvd. For information, visit www.atriptothemovies.com. Holiday Breakfast, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Advodate Good Samaritan Health & Wellness Center, 3551 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Includes entertainment and hot breakfast. Cost is $2 and advance registration required. For information, call 800-323-8622.

DEC. 21 The Twelve Days of Christmas, 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Gregg House Museum,

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IN A TWO-HORSE OPEN SLEIGH WHERE: Danada Equestrian Center, 3S507 Naperville Road, Wheaton WHEN: Noon to 2 p.m. Dec. 26 to 30, and noon to 3 p.m. Sundays in January and February COST & INFO: Horse-drawn sleigh rides are offered all winter by the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. Bells jingle merrily as the center’s draft horses pull the sleigh over the ields and through the woods for 15-minute rides, departing every 20 minutes. A ire warms participants. For less than 4 inches of snow on the trail, a hay wagon is used instead. Tickets are available at Danada’s main barn beginning at 11:30 a.m. on ride days, and cost $5 per adult, and $2 for ages 5 to 12, by cash or check. Groups of 15 or more can reserve private rides, plus guided barn tours, at 630-668-6012. Visit www.dupageforest.org.

115 S. Linden Ave., Westmont. See Christmas trees to match the lyrics of the beloved holiday song. Earn a small prize when you play the fun, mystery holiday game. Children can make a small craft to take home. For information, visit www.wpd4fun.org. Live Nativity, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, through Christmas Day, Christ Church of Oak Brook, 501 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook. All are welcome. For information, call 630-468-2480 or visit www.cc-ob.org. A Grinch Whobilation, 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Administration Building, 55 E. Richmond Street, Westmont. We’ll be playing Grinch Games in Whoville like the Snowball Toss, Grinch Gift Towers, the Grinch Slither and making Grinch crafts and treats. Play games inside, then bundle up and take a ride around the neighborhood to enjoy the holiday lights on the Long Eared Mules Wagon. Free admission. For information, visit www.wpd4fun.org. Kenny Rogers “Christmas & Hits Through The Years,” 8 to 9:45 p.m. Saturday, Pfeiffer Hall on North Central College Campus, 310 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. With his unique storytelling ability and soulful voice, music legend and Country Music Hall of Fame member Kenny Rogers has enjoyed an incredible 50-plus-year career. He’ll be joined by special guest Linda Davis. For information, visit inearts.northcentralcollege.edu. Acoustic Solstice Show, 8 p.m. Saturday, Unitarian Church of Hinsdale, 11 W. Maple Street, Hinsdale. Featuring Joe Jencks, Edie Carey, and Heather Styka performing lush harmonies on original songs as well as songs of the season. Tickets are $18 for adults

and $16 for seniors and students. For quickly. For information, call 630-725information, call 630-941-7797 or visit 2066 or visit www.mortonarb.org. www.acousticren.com. Breakfast with Santa at the Morton DEC. 24 Arboretum, 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sunday and Monday, Morton Arboretum, Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship, 4 4100 IL Route 53, Lisle. Children will p.m. Tuesday, Downers Grove Commuenjoy a special breakfast, meet with nity Church, 6600 Fairview, Downers Santa and receive a gift. Tickets Grove. The Downers Grove Community are $31 for member adults, $38 for Church will offer a Christmas Eve nonmember adults, $27 for member Candlelight Worship with a message of child (3-12), or $32 for nonmember “Christmas Joy” and carols. Child care child. Children ages 2 and under are provided. For information, call 630free. Prices include gratuity and taxes. Register in advance as this sells out 969-3320 or visit www.dgcc.org.

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Stumped for a gift idea? Give the power to change the world (BPT) - Every year, office or classroom gift exchanges, thank you tokens for service providers, and last-minute items for acquaintances that drop in unannounced leave many Americans wrestling with a burning question: What can you give for $25 (the ubiquitous price point for this type of gifting)? How about the chance to help change the world? Microlending is the practice of making small loans to entrepreneurs in developing countries. The borrowers use the money - as little as $25 - to expand their businesses, educate their families and improve their communities. Now, it’s possible to give everyone on your list a gift card that will allow them to make such a loan. For roughly the price of a designer scented candle, you can give someone the chance to make a tangible, quantifiable, powerful difference in the life of people around the world. How it works By going to www.kiva.org/gifts, you can choose an amount, purchase a Kiva Card and select the delivery option that works best for you. Print it yourself and keep some cards on hand for drop-in guests. Or, send it via Facebook, email or U.S post to recipients anywhere in the world. Recipients redeem the Kiva Card at Kiva.org by selecting the specific borrower who will receive the loan. The website provides detailed information about each borrower and how he or she will use the loan to build their business and create opportunity for their families and communities. It’s possible to find borrowers who appeal to the passions of virtually every gift recipient. If your giftee is a foodie, perhaps she’ll choose to give her loan to a beekeeper in Kenya or organic coffee farmer in Mexico. If the card recipient believes in promoting green energy, he may choose as his

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Ways your family can give back to the community, country and world this holiday (BPT) - The holiday season is a time when people are looking to give back. Sometimes this giving back encompasses spending time with others in the community, and other times it is showing support for programs that give back across the world. Families can get involved in giving back this holiday season in many ways, involving all members - from your newborn to great grandma. Here’s how: * Support companies that give back. Families with infants and toddlers may not realize that the Bumbo products they purchase not only solve every day parenting challenges, but they also give back to children in need. In fact, a portion of proceeds from every Bumbo product purchased worldwide supports the underprivileged and special needs children in the company’s hometown of Pretoria, South Africa. Since

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or postcards to neighbors. On the day of the drive, help your children and their friends collect the donations, and then take everyone with you to deliver the donations to the organization. Take a photo of the drop off and submit it to the community paper to commemorate the work the youths put into the effort. * Participate in a community kitchen, clean-up or build. These are activities everyone in the family can participate in. Contact your local government office to find out when the next community clean-up day is scheduled. If you have younger children, ask to be assigned to a park or quiet road. And if you have older children who are able to participate in a community kitchen or build project, consider donating your time there. It will be a project they can reflect upon years

later - reminding them how they cared and contributed back this holiday season. * Visit those who are homebound during the holidays. Sometimes the best way a family can give back is by visiting those who aren’t able to get out of the home very easily. Contact a local nursing home or your religious center to ask if your family can sing holiday carols, bring treats or just come over for a talk. All it takes is a bit of time, which often is a great way to give back. As your family gets ready to celebrate the holidays this year, remember these tips of lending a hand, organizing a drive or supporting companies, like Bumbo, that give back. There are always opportunities where your entire family can pitch in to help the neighborhood, community, country and world.

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Gifts for foodies guaranteed to leave taste buds dancing (BPT) - Between the growing trends of boutique restaurants, creative home cooking and entire television networks dedicated to food, you probably know a few people who consider themselves “foodies.” Whether they love craft beer, decadent chocolate treats or gourmet cheeses, you can find many great gift ideas for people passionate about food and drink. Make their holiday extra bright by indulging their interests and exploring some of these top trends in food-related gifts.

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Himalayan salt is a trendy and truly unique gift for salt lovers and gourmets. The hard mineral composition means this particular type of salt can be carved into a variety of useful items, such as a Himalayan salt block ideal for serving warm grilled meats or chilled for serving sushi. Gourmet chefs at home can infuse food and drink with a subtle hint of mineral-rich salt, adding a unique layer of flavor. Himalayan salt is also touted as a healthy, natural source of sodium by many health experts.

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Winter days call for warm baked goods, whether it’s a classic casserole or rich homemade pie. Cooks and bakers love to personalize dishes with updated versions of classic recipes, adding herbs and spices for extra flare. And when that dish is cooked in customized stoneware, there’s no mistaking who created the culinary masterpiece. Personalized stoneware is gaining popularity; by adding a name or special message, you’re giving a gift that’s truly one of a kind.

here to stay. There are more breweries in the U.S. than ever before, and beer connoisseurs are even picky about the mug they drink it in. Craft beer enthusiasts know that one of the best ways to enhance your drink is to use the correct glass. Glass sets make great gifts that are not only useful, but can serve as a beautiful display in a bar or kitchen when not in use. For example, beer lovers will enjoy a multiple glass beer tasting set. Be sure it includes glasses like a hand mug for light ales, footed glass for wheat beers and pale lagers, and an English pub glass for dark English ales.

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Unique gourmet treats are sure to impress even the most refined palate. From handdipped Champagne strawberries from Shari’s Berries, to gourmet caramel apples and cake pops, tantalizing temptations appeal to anyone with a sweet tooth. Gourmet popcorn and fruit baskets make great gifts for food lovers too, and combining a few fe special treats eats in a gift basket is a fun way to present their favorites.

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Things made in the USA embrace the idea of “home is where the heart is,” while providing quality goods that last the test of time. Patronize boutiques that feature local artisans, or when shopping online, look for the location where the item was created. For example, RedEnvelope’s animal wood cutting board comes in pig, cow, rooster and chicken designs - ideal for any chef all made in the USA.

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Both men and women are refining their grilling skills by cooking dishes in their favorite barbecue style - and winter isn’t stopping them. Indulge their passion with a grilling gift that features some of today’s top spices and sauces. Trending spices of the year include turmeric, juniper, smoked paprika and galangal, a Thai ginger. Does your favorite griller like some heat? Add in some Sriracha or Korean chili paste for that spicy kick foodies are looking for. Cheer your favorite foodie with a gift that’s sure to please. These top trends in food- and drink-related gifts will stand out from the others under the tree.

Get crafty with edible holiday appetizers (BPT) - Don’t worry, Mom. In this case, it’s OK to play with your food. The latest online social media craze features awe-inspiring galleries of edible art, showcasing everyday ingredients transformed into munchable holiday masterpieces. This season, whether you’re looking to revamp the relish tray or simply keep the kids occupied with a fun project, a few holiday-friendly staples are all you need to let your creativity take flight. Take, for instance, California black ripe olives. Known for their versatility and mild flavor, black olives are a party favorite for a reason. And with 95 percent of the nation’s ripe olives grown on family farms in California, they’re a truly all-American ingredient, too. They’re also the perfect building block for edible holiday treats. Get in on the fun with an easy and adorable-to-look-at recipe that uses black olives, cream cheese, pretzels and a few other common ingredients to create an unforgettable herd of holiday cheer. In fact, this is one reindeer game anyone can play. For more holiday recipe ideas featuring California ripe olives, visit www.calolive.org. California Olive Reindeer Makes 8 reindeer Supplies: 2- 4 Won ton wrappers Cooking spray 2 Sandwich-sized reclosable plastic bags 4 ounces cream cheese Scissors 8 colossal California Black Ripe Olives 8 large California Black Ripe Olives 1 bamboo skewer 16 pretzel sticks Paring knife Tiny pieces of carrot and raisins Powdered sugar (optional) Kale (optional) Mushrooms (optional) Directions: With a small, sharp knife, cut wonton wrappers into “antlers.” Place on a baking sheet and coat with cooking spray. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes at 350 F, or until lightly browned. Place cream cheese into two sandwich-sized reclosable bags. Snip 1/8-inch off the corner of one and 1/16-inch off the second. With the bag and the 1/8-inch hole, squeeze cream cheese into colossal olives. Using a bamboo skewer, make a hole in the large olives. Break a pretzel stick in half and press into hole and into colossal olive. Press together to form the head. Make four holes in the colossal olive with a bamboo skewer and push four broken pretzel sticks in to form legs. Squeeze cream cheese with the small-hole to form eyes. Make tiny slits with a paring knife in the top of the head and insert wonton antlers. Make a hole in the large olive (head) and insert a small sliver of carrot for the nose. Use a small piece of raisin to create pupils. To create a winter setting, dust kale leaves with powdered sugar and snip the tops off mushrooms to simulate large boulders.

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in-ear headphones - are convenient for listening to music or other audio in private, but just because they are small doesn’t mean they shouldn’t produce quality sound. Starting Start at about $50 you can give highend earbuds with noticeably better sound capabilities. This is one gift that is sure to be used over and over again. 4. Smart/3D Blu-ray disc player Know someone who loves movies? Some Smart Blu-ray Disc players can play DVDs, and 2D or 3D Blu-ray discs. They can also stream content like movies from Netflix or Hulu Plus or videos from YouTube - especially great if that special person on your shopping list isn’t ready rea ea to upgrade to a smart TV yet. You can get one from LG (BP530) as little as $100 at some online retailers.

and also boasts built-in Wi-Fi, so it’s simple to stream music via Airplay or Bluetooth. You can even charge one device while playing another. At a suggested price of $249, you get a lot of holiday bang for your buck. 2. Ultra-wide monitor Gamers and geeks alike will light up when they open a modern ultra-wide monitor that brings cyberspace to life. With a 21:9 aspect ratio screen (2560-by-1080presolution), these new monitors produce a theater-like experience when playing games or watching your favorite movies. The dual link-up feature allows the monitor to display two source devices at once. For example, any combination of two devices, such as

computers, cameras, smartphones or Bluray players can be connected to the monitor and displayed on a single screen simultaneously. One of the most popular ultra-wide monitors, the LN450W from LG is both PC and Mac compatible, has a built-in tuner so it can be used as a TV and you can get it for $649 or less at some online retailers. 3. Earbuds Is one of your loved ones still rocking the factory earbuds that originally came with his smartphone or MP3 player? It’s time to gift them a better listening experience. Earbuds and headphones will be the most popular consumer electronics devices given his holiday season, CEA says. Earbuds - tiny

5. Tablets and accessories Some tablets come with outrageous price tags, but every month new models become available, many of which are surprisingly affordable. CEA says tablets are at the top of adult’s wish lists this holiday season. You can find options for $200 or less that include a quality processor, impressive battery life and considerable data storage. Compare to save and don’t be afraid to shop the sales. Does your special someone already have a beloved tablet? You can’t go wrong by gifting accessories like attachable keyboards and decorative protective covers. This holiday you don’t have to choose between giving high tech gifts and saving money. You can have both and impress your loved ones with the best tech gifts of 2013.

Moms champion traditional toys even in a digital age (BPT) - As smartphones and tablets are more frequently finding their way into kids’ hands, many parents may wonder about the implications of increased screen time, and question what role traditional toys should play in their children’s lives. While there is no denying the benefits of digital devices and it is becoming commonplace for parents to pass their tablets to Junior, research shows many want to limit the time their kids spend on screens, large and small. Parents also actively encourage their kids to play with toys that may help them reach critical developmental milestones. So how have traditional toys stood the test of time? The various ways in which children play have remained largely unchanged throughout time. In many cases, technology can help amplify play by helping to introduce characters or tell a compelling story. When Mattel, the world’s largest toymaker, asked moms their opinions about toys and technology, it found that even in a digital age, moms continue to place a high value on traditional toys. “Kids today are digital natives and are immersed in digital experiences,” says Dr. Michael Shore, vice president of Global Consumer Insights for Mattel. “However, when you walk into a child’s room and see what is visibly present and displayed on the shelves, you won’t see an app on the wall as an expression of who the child is, what he or she loves, or as markers of the childhood experience. For that, toys will continue to endure as ideal gifts for children. After all, you

can’t wrap an app.” However, as experts and media debate whether digital devices will one day replace dolls, cars, trains and action figures, most moms do not think smart digital devices and traditional toys directly compete with one another as a source of kids’ entertainment. Rather, each category remains fundamentally different. While 75 percent of kids today play with devices like smartphones and tablets, Mattel’s research found the time they spend with these devices actually competes with the time they spend with other screens, such as televisions and computers. In fact, 59 percent of moms felt that smart portable devices will one day replace other electronic devices, not traditional toys. According to Mattel’s findings, moms frequently associate toys with social activities since toys are often used to play with others, whereas digital devices are generally associated with solo play (for example, keeping a child entertained when waiting at the doctor’s office or on a long car ride). Moms also credit toys with providing opportunities for active play that allow kids to exercise and burn off energy. Further, moms see toys as a great way to help kids spark their imaginations and flex their creative muscles. Knowing that the leaders of tomorrow will be those who think differently and solve problems in new ways, imagination is more important than ever before. Dr. Shore offers some tips for using play as a catalyst for fostering imagination and creativity:

Make sure your kids have time to play. In an increasingly overscheduled world with a variety of things competing for kids’ time, it is easy to overlook the importance of dedicating time just for play. Give your child the time and space to play, and watch his or her imagination soar. Provide a safe place to play and tools for play. Consider starting a play group in your neighborhood or hosting play dates at your home or local playground. Bring out the toy chest and see what games the kids can create when they play together. Encourage your kids to play with all that’s available - including their imaginations. Two of the most important tools for play are toys and an imagination. Help your children dream beyond what they see on screen and encourage them to bring those cartoon characters to life using their toys and imaginations. Get involved and play with your kids. Don’t forget that play is good for grown-ups too. Everyone loves a good old-fashioned tea party or toy car race down the hall. Playing together is one of the most fun and meaningful ways for parents and children to bond and foster creative thinking for both of you.

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(BPT) - The holidays bring plenty of cheer and the arrival of family from all over. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, after all. But with family visits and hearty meals also comes a big share of messes. After hefty helpings of gravy and chocolates, there will be plenty of cleaning required to get your home back in tip top shape for the new year. It’s enough to leave anyone “holidazed,” but with the right tools and tricks on your side, it does not have to. Here are some tips to help get your home clean again after those pesky holiday messes so all you have to worry about is enjoying the season: Create smaller tasks: Create a master list to help you break down cleaning into manageable chunks. Instead of tackling a full mess in one room, only to start again in the next one, complete the same task in each room. For example, dust every room before hitting them all with the vacuum. With this approach, you’ll see a cleaner home in no time without making too many trips back and forth from the broom closet. Donate unused items: With the holidays come gifts and housewarming presents. If you are on the receiving

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Modern life can be very busy with every hour in every day dedicated to some activity. This can take its toll on your body, so it’s important to remember to take care of yourself, even if you’re taking care of others. Find your own way to relax and rejuvenate. This may be spending a few minutes each day balancing the mind and body through stretching and meditation. It might be taking a quiet walk, reading a book or having a cup of tea while journaling. Whatever you prefer, make sure to take “me time” throughout the day.

Did you enjoy painting when you were younger? Have you always wanted to take a photography class? Do you love to travel? It’s important to recognize and nurture those activities you love most so that you’re able to go out and do what you’re great at in the world. New York-based yoga instructor, Tara Stiles has infused her passion and energy into her work as a yoga, meditation and wellness instructor. “Passion is really about going after what you want to achieve in your life,” says Stiles. Whether it’s cooking, writing or gardening, make time for what you enjoy doing, rather than just doing what you have to. Even one hour a week dedicated to your passion will make you feel more centered and grounded.

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(BPT) - Turbulent, fast-paced, chaotic - the modern world is increasingly hectic. From this oft-crazy environment, a new movement is emerging - where people are pausing to find deeper meaning in everyday life. Self-empowerment and true emotional connections can counterbalance daily stress and uncertainty, providing happiness and a genuine sense of worth. If you find the days seem to slip away and life’s hurried pace to be draining, it’s time to find some simple ways to add meaning to your life. Here are five ideas for nurturing a deeper connection with yourself and others:

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Why does it feel like the Browns were the Bears last exhibition game and now things start for real? Because the Browns are one of the weaker teams in the league this year. With Philadelphia this week and the Packers to close out the season, it’s almost as if the Bears will have to win two playoff games just to get to the playoffs. The Eagles figure to show up angry this Sunday after getting upset at Minnesota last week to snap their five-game win streak and lose the chance to open up a two-game lead in the NFC East. Like the Bears, Philadelphia is 8-6 and vying for first place in their division, but would lose a tiebreaker if they don’t win out. Also like the Bears, they control their own destiny. They play Dallas,

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Did anyone else lose in the fantasy playoffs because Ray Rice decided not to score a 43-yard touchdown on the final play of the game? Ouch. Well, I guess it serves us right for starting Ray Rice. Week 16 is the championship round for many fantasy leagues. If you are fortunate enough to remain alive, here’s a look at the fantasy potential of select NFL games.

league-worst 31 points a game. Must-start: Tony Romo, DeMarco Murray, Dez Bryant, Jason Witten Solid Play: Dan Bailey Last Resort: Terrance Williams, Austin Miles Avoid: Dallas defense Redskins (vs. Cowboys), noon Sunday The Cowboys’ defense is equally pathetic. Kirk Cousins should be able to have some success in this game. Solid Play: Kirk Cousins, Alfred Morris, Pierre Garcon Worth a look: Logan Paulsen, Kai Forbath Last Resort: Santana Moss Avoid: Washington defense Lions (vs. Giants), 3:05 p.m. Sunday It is no surprise that the Lions are doing their typical December dive, but the Giants are phoning it in. The Lions still are playing for a division title, and they should roll in this game.

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Lions still looking to hit their stride By ALEX SOULIER asoulier@shawmedia.com LISLE – Three weeks into the season, Lisle’s boys basketball team is still trying to find its stride. The Lions have yet to notch a victory through eight games, going winless during the Lisle Thanksgiving Tournament and dropping four games in the following two weeks. Although Lisle (0-8 overall, 0-3 Interstate Eight Conference) erased a double-digit halftime deficit on Saturday against the Latin School of Chicago, the team could not complete the comeback, losing 52-47. It was the second game in as many days for the Lions, who fell to Reed-Custer 88-84 on Friday. The prolonged losing streak has proven a tough pill to swallow for both the Lisle players and head coach Mark LaScala, who said that eight games is the longest he has gone without recording a win. He added that losing is tough – and, unfortunately, contagious – but it only takes one victory to turn around a season. “We haven’t gotten our first victory yet and that definitely wears on the team,” LaScala said. “But, it’s a long season, and I think that once we get that first win, spirits will pick up and we will turn things around.” Adding insult, the Lions have led in multiple games this season but were unable to put away opponents. On Friday against visiting ReedCuster, Lisle was able to break the Comets’ full court press, converting several easy buckets and opening a 25-22 lead. Riding a career-high 27 points from senior center Shane Murray, the Lions held a 45-31 halftime advantage, then took a three-point lead into the fourth quarter. But Reed-Custer scored 30 points and drained five of their 13 3-pointers in the final frame.

Lisle sophomore guard Nick Massura drives past a Chicago Latin player during Saturday’s home game. The second of back-to-back games, Massura and the Lions dropped a close contest. Bill Ackerman - backerman@shawmedia.com

Meanwhile, Lisle went 23-of-38 from the free throw stripe and eventually lost by four points. It was the third four-point conference loss in as many games for the Lions. Less than 24 hours later against Latin, Lisle was noticeably fatigued from the previous night, according to LaScala. Lisle trailed 21-8 after one quarter and 33-22 at halftime. However, the Lions clawed their way back into the game in the third quarter, as two of

Latin’s starters were benched with four fouls. Jeremy Glavanovits led the charge, scoring eight of his team-high 16 points in the fourth quarter. Lisle pulled within two points late but could not overtake Latin. Murray added 10 points for Lisle. “I don’t think we played well enough to win tonight,” LaScala said. “The energy just was not there. But we were still in the game late and had a couple opportunities to pull even.”

Upcoming games Lisle at Manteno What: Interstate Eight Conference game When: 6:45 p.m. Friday Where: Manteno High School, 443 N Maple St., Manteno

Argo at Lisle What: Non-conference game When: 5:15 p.m. Saturday Where: Lisle High School, 1800 Short St., Lisle

The chances have been there for the Lions, and soon it will be their turn to take advantage of those chances. “I think we need to play with

a little more confidence,” LaScala said. “We have made a lot of progress to start the season, but we just need a four-quarter effort to get over the hill.”

December’s holiday season gives girls basketball teams a chance to break away from conference play as a slew of tournaments come onto the schedule. Lisle and Benet both host their own tourneys, with the Lions starting play next week and the Redwings concluding this weekend.

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Lisle Tournament: Lisle Cage Classic

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Benet’s Kathleen Doyle elevates for a shot in the Redwings’ game against Hinsdale Central on Dec. 5. Benet plays two games at its own tournament this weekend to close out play until the new year a slow start to their season, while Antioch, the top seed of the tournament, has dropped

just one game. Wheaton Academy, Timothy Christian, St.

Francis, and I-8 foes ReedCuster and Coal City also will compete in the Holiday

Lions, Redwings hit the road for holiday play By ALEX SOULIER asoulier@shawmedia.com The holiday season brings with it festive family gatherings, wintry weather, and high school basketball tournaments. Lisle will hit the road to play at Plano while Benet hopes to be in the mix for the title at Proviso West.

Benet Tournament: Proviso West Holiday Tournament Location: Proviso West High

School, 4701 W. Harrison St., Hillside First game: 10:30 a.m. Thu., Dec. 26 vs. Foreman What to watch: Benet is looking to bounce back from its first loss of the season – a nine point defeat at the hands of Fenwick – when it competes in the Proviso West Holiday Tournament from Dec. 26 to Dec. 31. The Redwings are 6-1 heading into Friday’s game at Marian Catholic, their last game before the tourney. Led by 6-foot-9 Xavier com-

mit Sean O’Mara, Benet will battle Foreman on Dec. 26 to open the tournament. If the Redwings advance, they will play either Downers Grove South or Providence St. Mel the following day, then potentially Bogan or Glenbrook North in the quarterfinals. The championship game at Proviso West will be played at 4 p.m. Dec. 31.

Lisle Tournament: Plano Holiday Tournament Location: Plano High School,

704 W. Abe St., Plano First game: 9 a.m. Mon., Dec. 23 vs. Aurora Christian What to watch: Though the 2013 season is not going the way that Lisle head coach Mark LaScala envisioned, with the Lions falling in eight straight games to start the year, there are several games left to play this season and the Lions hope to reverse their fortune at the upcoming Plano Holiday Tournament. Lisle will play five games at the week-long tourney, tipping

off the play at 9 a.m. Monday against Aurora Christian. If Lisle wins the first round game, it will move on to face No. 5 seed Genoa Kingston, who has a bye in the first round. Ottawa, Burlington Central and Coal City are the tournament’s top three seeds “We always face some good competition when we compete in the holiday tournament at Plano,” LaScala said. “It’s a good way for us to grow closer as a team and face some different schools.”

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Location: Lisle High School, 1800 Short St., Lisle First game: 5 p.m. Thurday, Dec. 26 vs. Latin What to watch: In his first season as Lisle head coach, Nick Balaban has recorded nine wins in 11 games. The Lions are dominating teams on both sides of the ball, shutting teams down with a swarming defense and spreading scoring throughout the lineup. As a result, they sit near the top of the Interstate Eight Conference with a 9-2 overall record and unblemished 4-0 mark in conference. Lisle will host its 16-team Holiday Cage Classic from Dec. 26 to Dec. 30. The Lions’ first game tips off at 5 p.m. Dec. 26, against the Latin School of Chicago. If Lisle advances, the team will either play Antioch or rival Westmont for a shot at the quarterfinals. Westmont is off to

Tournament: Benet/Naperville North Tournament Location: Benet Academy, 2200 Maple Ave., Lisle Next game: Friday, Dec. 20 What to watch: Benet is off to another productive start under longtime head coach Peter Paul. The Redwings started 6-2 to begin the season, with a notable victory over a tough Hinsdale Central team. The Redwings will not have to travel much over the holiday break, as the team continues to play at its Benet/Naperville North Tournament this weekend. They began tournament play with a win over Glenbard West Dec. 12 and carried over some momentum the into the next day when they emerged with a hard fought, 71-61 win over Kenwood. The tournament resumes on Friday and concludes on Saturday, after which the Redwings will take a break from game action until the new year.

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Cage Classic. “This is a very competitive field,” Balaban said. “We play Latin in first round, and they are very disciplined and really well coached. We have a chance to play an exceptional Antioch team in the second round, and that would also be a very good test for us.” The championship game is scheduled for 8 p.m. Dec. 30.

By ALEX SOULIER asoulier@shawmedia.com

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Former area stars to shine during college bowl season SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA The regular season is done, but college football is far from finished. The postseason bowl games will stretch on for the better part of a month, and a slew of local players will experience bowl games first hand with their college teams.

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What to watch: Farinella is the starting place kicker for the Falcons, which won the MAC title. The sophomore has 24 touchbacks on 78 kickoffs and is averaging 60.5 yards per kickoff. After a breakout season during his redshirt freshman campaign in 2011 in which he ran for 211 yards and three touchdowns in a backup role, Martin has since been hampered by a stacked Bowling Green running back corps and a knee injury. He did not take any snaps for Bowling Green this season.

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Bowling Green sophomore place kicker Anthony Farinella boots a kickoff during a game against Buffalo University on Nov. 29. Farinella and the Falcons will play Pittsburgh in the Little Caesars Pizza Bowl the day after Christmas graduate of Downers Grove South, McGriff-Culver has yet to make an impact on the Cardinals’ stat sheet this season. In two seasons prior, McGriff-Culver accumulated four receptions for 31 yards.

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Scott Daly LS Downers Grove South Kickoff: 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28 TV: ESPN What to watch: Downers Grove South graduate Scott Daly has also started all 12 games this season as a long snapper. Daly will get to play against Rutgers in the New Yankee Stadium during the bowl game.

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Notre Dame long snapper Scott Daly warms up before the team’s blue and gold preseason scrimmage. A Downers Grove South graduate, Daly started 12 games at long snapper this season. Kickoff: 5:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28 TV: ESPN

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Ethan Pocic OL Lemont Kickoff: Noon Wednesday, Jan. 1 TV: ABC What to watch: Former Lemont standout Ethan Pocic is the backup center for LSU and has seen playing time for the Tigers as a freshman this fall.

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TV: ESPN What to watch: A Third-year player who is wrapping up his second season as a starter on the Spartans’ offensive line, Allen has started the last 10 games at center. The versatile lineman – who has started 22 career games for Michigan State – was named second-team All-Big Ten by the media and honorable mention All-Big Ten by the coaches. This season, he ranked third on the team with 60 knockdowns.

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TEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on April 3, 2012, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE DOWNERS GROVE, Kingsington County, Illinois, will on January 2014, in 501 North County 30, Court Condominiums, 2BD, 2BA 2nd flr, remodeled. $169,000 OBO. Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale 630-515-0415 to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be OWNER RETIRING sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: 160 ac commercial, white tail TAX NO. 08-25-402-020 hunting preserve near Ottumwa, COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Iowa. Great opportunity to make 2333 CHARMINGFARE DRIVE excellent living, having fun. WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Call for more info Description of Improvements: 970-858-9555 RED BRICK SPLIT LEVEL SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $289,281.48. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" 253 ACRES of prime productive sale for "CASH". The successful bidfarmland. Bloomington, well der must deposit 25% down by drained, bonus – wind turbine certified funds; balance, by certified income, call 217-621-9800 funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR water bills, etc., and is offered for THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT sale without any representation as DUPAGE COUNTY to quality or quantity of title and WHEATON, ILLINOIS without recourse to plaintiff. The FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORA- sale is further subject to confirmaTION, PLAINTIFF tion by the court. Upon payment in VS full of the bid amount, the purchasTERRENCE GODFREY; er shall receive a Certificate of Sale, DEFENDANTS which will entitle the purchaser to a 2333 CHARMINGFARE DRIVE Deed to the real estate after confirWOODRIDGE, IL 60517 mation of the sale. The property will 10 CH 005166 NOT be open for inspection. NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO Prospective bidders are admonJUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE ished to check the court file to verify UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE all information. The successful purFORECLOSURE ACT chaser has the sole responsibility/ ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATof ictin

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age ty iff's Office, 501 North County Farm Road, WHEATON, IL, 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8224 LEAWOOD LA, Woodridge, IL 60517 Property Index No. 08-35-214-028-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $142,280.94. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432. Please refer to file number 10IL01345-1. I565985 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF VS THOMAS D. ANDERSON A/K/A THOMAS ANDERSON; JENNIFER R. ANDERSON A/K/A JENNIFER ANDERSON; ROBERT J. GORA; JEAN S. GORA; RBS CITIZENS, NA S/I/I TO CHARTER ONE BANK, NA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 2733 CARPENTER COURT WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 11 CH 4708 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-

EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on February 21, 2013, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 28, 2014, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-23-214-004 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2733 CARPENTER COURT WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: 1 STORY HOME WITH DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $206,994.12. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1120374 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I577740 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, PLAINTIFF Vs. Robertas Skirgaila; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 001032 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/9/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/14/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illi-

y age nois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-24-314-008 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2524 Brunswick Circle Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-04676. I575983 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST 2006-WMC4, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-WMC4 PLAINTIFF VS HECTOR FLORES PEREZ; MARIA PINEDA; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR WMC MORTGAGE CORP.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS

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mysuburbanlife.com 7625 WOODRIDGE DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 12 CH 1610 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on March 7, 2013, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 16, 2014, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-26-407-010 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7625 WOODRIDGE DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: ONE STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $253,830.50. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the

pur foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1103004 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I575880 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS CitiMortgage, Inc. successor by merger to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., PLAINTIFF Vs. Adrian V. Pascu a/k/a Adrian Y. Pascu; et. al., DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 002153 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 1/11/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/30/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-35-205-001 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3127 Andrea Court Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is $1

pality calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-09995. I579327 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS CitiMortgage, Inc., PLAINTIFF Vs. Edwin K. Setlik; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 004307 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 3/11/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/30/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-21-308-052 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2827 St. Anton Court Lisle, IL 60532 Sale terms: 10% down of the

highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-25081. I579332 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Lisle Suburban Life 12-063006 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, WHEATON, ILLINOIS DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGELT TRUST 2005-3, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2005-3, PLAINTIFF, -vsNATALIE GUTIERREZ A/K/A NATALIE O. GUTIERREZ; RAY GUTIERREZ A/K/A RAY L. GUTIERREZ; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; WINSTON HILLS NO. 1 ASSOCIATION; DEFENDANTS 12CH 5373 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 21, 2013; John E. Zaruba, Sheriff, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, will on January 23, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at DuPage County Sheriff's Office, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%)

(t pe (1 ) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Dupage County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 2699 Hobson Road, Unit 3, Woodridge, IL 60517 Permanent Index No.: 08-23-209-114 Improvements: Homeowners/ Condominium Association Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN UNKNOWN Garage Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale. The judgment amount was $110,648.07. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 Christopher A. Cieniawa Fisher and Shapiro, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 Attorney No: 6187452 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I578395 December 11, 18, 25, 2013 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS CENLAR FSB, PLAINTIFF VS LOUIE HIGHBAUGH A/K/A LOUIE HIGHBAUGH, JR.; MAPLE GROVE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 549 MAPLE AVENUE UNIT 4 LISLE, IL 60532 2012 CH 005801 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 29, 2013, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 30, 2014, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at

Suburban Life - Wednesday, December 18, 2013 • WSD • Page 57 y 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 08-14-215-028 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 549 MAPLE AVENUE UNIT 4 LISLE, IL 60532 Description of Improvements: 8 UNIT CONDO WITH NO GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $129,979.42. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR

9(g)(1) (g)(4). YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1224456 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I578220 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Lisle Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., PLAINTIFF Vs. Amy C. Barrile; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 001139 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/29/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/30/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-15-105-290

PIN 08-15-105-290 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5505 Lakeside Drive Unit #1F Lisle, IL 60532 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which ch Deed ill title he

Page 58 • WSD • Suburban Life - Wednesday, December 18, 2013 will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-07561. I579334 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Lisle Suburban Life

OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/21/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/28/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-10-101-022 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4714 Winchester Avenue Lisle, IL 60532 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subIN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ject to general real estate taxes, THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT special assessments, or special taxDUPAGE COUNTY es levied against said real estate WHEATON, ILLINOIS and is offered for sale without any JPMorgan Chase Bank, National representation as to quality or Association successor by merger to quantity of title and without reChase Home Finance LLC course to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" PLAINTIFF condition. The sale is further subject Vs. to confirmation by the court. Edward D. Poncin; et. al. If the property is a condominium DEFENDANTS and the foreclosure takes place after 2013 CH 001928 1/1/2007, purchasers other than NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE th rt ill be ired to

purc the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road,

REAL ESTATE y: 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-14163. I578958 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Lisle Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., PLAINTIFF Vs. Sammara S. Akhtar; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 000498 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/12/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/28/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 08-35-405-006 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8302 Old Fence Court Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property

mysuburbanlife.com pr tly pos session of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-03163. I578955 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSMC MORTGAGE-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-6, PLAINTIFF VS LYNN DAHLE A/K/A LYNN M DAHLE A/K/A LYNN M SHILLINGTON A/K/A LYNN SHILLINGTON DAHLE; MARTOCCIO & MARTOCCIO; DEFENDANTS 8137 MIDDLEBURY AVENUE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 13 CH 862

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on 0,, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 16, 2014, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 09-31-203-028 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8137 MIDDLEBURY AVENUE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $323,266.08. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and

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quality qu ty without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1301251 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I575910 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 Woodridge Suburban Life Get the job you want at:

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mysuburbanlife.com 9(g)(1) (g)(4). YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's AttorIN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR neys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) DUPAGE COUNTY 372-2060. Please refer to file WHEATON, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORA- #PA1023885 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional TION, PLAINTIFF information other than that set forth VS in this notice of sale. TERRENCE GODFREY; I578205 DEFENDANTS December 18, 25, 2013 2333 CHARMINGFARE DRIVE January 1, 2014 WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Woodridge Suburban Life 10 CH 005166 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN AT- U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. TION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISANY INFORMATION OBTAINED TERED HOLDERS OF STRUCTURED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR- ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH POSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV- CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-BC4 Plaintiff, EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by -v.said Court in the above entitled MARY JANE SCHNIBBEN cause on April 3, 2012, DUPAGE Defendant 11 CH 2625 COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE County, Illinois, will on January PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV30, 2014, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 EN that pursuant to a Judgment of AM, sell at public auction and sale Foreclosure and Sale entered in the to the highest bidder for cash, all above cause on September 11, and singular, the following de- 2013, the Sheriff of DuPage Counscribed real estate mentioned in ty will at 10:00 AM on January 14, said Judgment, situated in the 2014, at the DuPage County SherCounty of DU PAGE, State of Illi- iff's Office, 501 North County Farm nois, or so much thereof as shall be Road, WHEATON, IL, 60187, sell sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: at public auction to the highest bidLOT 37 IN CHARMINGFARE, BE- der for cash, as set forth below, the ING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF following described real estate: Lot 230 in Forestedge, Unit no. THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF 2, a subdivision in the North 1/2 of SECTION 25 TOWNSHIP 38 Section 35, Township 38 North, NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE Range 10, East of the Third PrinciTHIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AC- pal Meridian, according to the plat CORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF thereof recorded November 19, RECORDED MAY 5, 1976 AS DOC- 1968 as Document R6853827 UMENT R76-26911, IN DUPAGE and certificate of Correction filed COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SITUATED IN January 6, 1969 as Document THE COUNTY OF DUPAGE AND THE R69348, in DuPage County, Illinois. STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as TAX NO. 08-25-402-020 8224 LEAWOOD LA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Woodridge, IL 60517 2333 CHARMINGFARE DRIVE Property Index No. WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 08-35-214-028-0000 Description of Improvements: The real estate is improved with RED BRICK SPLIT LEVEL SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR a single family residence. The judgment amount was DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $142,280.94. Sale terms: 10% down of the $289,281.48. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" highest bid by certified funds at the sale for "CASH". The successful bid- close of the auction; the balance, der must deposit 25% down by including the Judicial sale fee for certified funds; balance, by certified Abandoned Residential Property funds, within 24 hours. NO RE- Municipality Relief Fund, which is FUNDS. The subject property is sub- calculated on residential real estate ject to general real estate taxes, at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 special assessments or special tax- or fraction thereof of the amount es levied against said real estate, paid by the purchaser not to exceed water bills, etc., and is offered for $300, in certified funds, is due sale without any representation as within twenty-four (24) hours. The to quality or quantity of title and subject property is subject to generwithout recourse to plaintiff. The al real estate taxes, special assesssale is further subject to confirma- ments, or special taxes levied tion by the court. Upon payment in against said real estate and is offull of the bid amount, the purchas- fered for sale without any represener shall receive a Certificate of Sale, tation as to quality or quantity of tiwhich will entitle the purchaser to a tle and without recourse to Plaintiff Deed to the real estate after confir- and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is mation of the sale. The property will further subject to confirmation by NOT be open for inspection. the court. Upon payment in full of Prospective bidders are admon- the amount bid, the purchaser will ished to check the court file to verify receive a Certificate of Sale that will all information. The successful pur- entitle the purchaser to a deed to chaser has the sole responsibility/ the real estate after confirmation of expense of evicting any tenants or the sale The property will NOT be other individuals presently in pos- open for inspection and plaintiff session of the subject premises. If makes no representation as to the this property is a condominium condition of the property. Prospecunit, the purchaser of the unit at the tive bidders are admonished to foreclosure sale, other than a mort- check the court file to verify all ingagee shall pay the assessments formation. If this property is a conand the legal fees required by The dominium unit, the purchaser of Condominium Property Act, 765 the unit at the foreclosure sale, othILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF er than a mortgagee shall pay the YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR assessments and the legal fees re-

ga quired by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432. Please refer to file number 10IL01345-1. I565985 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF VS THOMAS D. ANDERSON A/K/A THOMAS ANDERSON; JENNIFER R. ANDERSON A/K/A JENNIFER ANDERSON; ROBERT J. GORA; JEAN S. GORA; RBS CITIZENS, NA S/I/I TO CHARTER ONE BANK, NA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 2733 CARPENTER COURT WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 11 CH 4708 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on February 21, 2013, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 28, 2014, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 31 IN BLOCK 21 IN WINSTON HILLS UNIT NUMBER 3, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PARTS OF SECTIONS 23 AND 24, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-23-214-004 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2733 CARPENTER COURT WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: 1 STORY HOME WITH DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $206,994.12. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confir-

mation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1120374 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I577740 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, PLAINTIFF Vs. Robertas Skirgaila; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 001032 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/9/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/14/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT NO. 38 IN WOODRIDGE CENTER UNIT NO. 17, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTIONS 24 AND 25, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LYING NORTH AND SOUTH OF THE INDIAN BOUNDARY LINE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 21, 1986 AS DOCUMENT R86-37088 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED JUNE 20, 1986 AS DOCUMENT R86-63580, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 08-24-314-008 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2524 Brunswick Circle Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS"

condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-04676. I575983 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST 2006-WMC4, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-WMC4 PLAINTIFF VS HECTOR FLORES PEREZ; MARIA PINEDA; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR WMC MORTGAGE CORP.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS

Suburban Life - Wednesday, December 18, 2013 • WSD • Page 59 7625 WOODRIDGE DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 12 CH 1610 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on March 7, 2013, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 16, 2014, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 302 IN WOODRIDGE UNIT NUMBER 3, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 25 AND 26, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 16, 1959 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 944060, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS TAX NO. 08-26-407-010 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7625 WOODRIDGE DRIVE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: ONE STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $253,830.50. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mort-

gagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1103004 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I575880 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS CitiMortgage, Inc. successor by merger to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., PLAINTIFF Vs. Adrian V. Pascu a/k/a Adrian Y. Pascu; et. al., DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 002153 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 1/11/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/30/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 394 IN FORESTEDGE UNIT NUMBER 2, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 19, 1968, AS DOCUMENT R68-53827 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED JANUARY 6, 1969 AS DOCUMENT R69-348, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 08-35-205-001 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 3127 Andrea Court Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property

ope y Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-09995. I579327 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Woodridge Suburban Life Buying? Selling? Renting? Hiring? To place an ad, call 866-817-FAST

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CLASSIFIED IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association f/k/a The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. as successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee for RAMP 2006-RZ2 PLAINTIFF Vs. C Trinidad-Rocha a/ka Cynthia Rocha a/k/a C. Trinidad; C. Trinidad Family Revocable Living Trust 2006; Brookdale Manor Condominium Association; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants; Unknown Occupants; Unknown Beneficiaries of the C. Trinidad Family Revocable Living Trust 2006; Unknown trustee of the C. Trinidad Family Revocable Living Trust 2006, DEFENDANTS 2012CH004155 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Unknown Beneficiaries of the C. Trinidad Family Revocable Living Trust 2006, Unknown trustee of the C. Trinidad Family Revocable Living Trust 2006 That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: UNIT 1613-3 IN BROOKDALE MANOR CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: LOT 1 IN FLYNN-LAUTH 4, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 10 AND THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 9, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 20, 1988 AS DOCUMENT R88119621, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT A TO THE THIRD AMENDED DECLARATION RECORDED AUGUST 17, 1990 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R90105979 AMENDING THE DECLARATION RECORDED FEBRUARY 28, 1990 AS DOCUMENT R90025265 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS AND AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 879 Nelli Court Unit #102 Naperville, IL 60563 and which said Mortgage was made by: C Trinidad-Rocha a/ka Cynthia Rocha a/k/a C. Trinidad the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Homecomings Financial Network, Inc., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DuPage County, Illinois, as Document No. R2006-048757; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Chris Kachiroubas 505 N. County Farm Road P.O. Box 707 Wheaton, IL 60187 on or before January 10, 2014, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Ou File No 14-13-21149

mysuburbanlife.com go Our File No. 14-13-21149 NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt collector. I578113 December 11, 18, 25, 2013 Suburban Life NAP IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS CitiMortgage, Inc., PLAINTIFF Vs. Edwin K. Setlik; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2012 CH 004307 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 3/11/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/30/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE, SITUATED IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, TO-WIT: LOT 161 IN THE PROMENADES OF GREEN TRAILS, UNIT 3, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JANUARY 31, 1978 AS DOCUMENT NO. R78-09173, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 08-21-308-052 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2827 St. Anton Court Lisle, IL 60532 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

subj pr The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-25081. I579332 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Lisle Suburban Life 12-063006 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY, WHEATON, ILLINOIS DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGELT TRUST 2005-3, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2005-3, PLAINTIFF, -vsNATALIE GUTIERREZ A/K/A NATALIE O. GUTIERREZ; RAY GUTIERREZ A/K/A RAY L. GUTIERREZ; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; WINSTON HILLS NO. 1 ASSOCIATION; DEFENDANTS 12CH 5373 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 21, 2013; John E. Zaruba, Sheriff, 501 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187, will on January 23, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at DuPage County Sheriff's Office, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Dupage County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: UNIT 1-2 IN AREA 15 AS SHOWN AND IDENTIFIED ON THE PLAT OF SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL: LOT L IN WINSTON HILLS UNIT THREE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PARTS OF SECTIONS 23 AND 24, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH PLAT OF SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "A" TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R71-1097, AS AMENDED, AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED JANUARY 27, 1971 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R71-3181, TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, AS DEFINED AND SET FORTH IN THE SAID DECLARATION AND SURVEY. Commonly known as 2699 Hobson Road, Unit 3, Woodridge, IL 60517 Permanent Index No.: 08-23-209-114 Improvements: Homeowners/ Condominium Association

Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale. The judgment amount was $110,648.07. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 Christopher A. Cieniawa Fisher and Shapiro, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 Attorney No: 6187452 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I578395 December 11, 18, 25, 2013 Woodridge Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS CENLAR FSB, PLAINTIFF VS LOUIE HIGHBAUGH A/K/A LOUIE HIGHBAUGH, JR.; MAPLE GROVE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 549 MAPLE AVENUE UNIT 4 LISLE, IL 60532 2012 CH 005801 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 29, 2013, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 30, 2014, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: UNIT NUMBER(S) 549-4 IN MAPLE GROVE CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED ON A PLAT OF SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED TRACT OF LAND: LOTS 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50 AND 51 IN THE MEADOWS UNIT 15 BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 11 AND PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED ON AUGUST 22, 1962 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R62-29052, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH PLAT OF SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "A" TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM

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mysuburbanlife.com RECORDED ON OCTOBER 17, 2007 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R2007-188899; TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, SITUATED IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 08-14-215-028 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 549 MAPLE AVENUE UNIT 4 LISLE, IL 60532 Description of Improvements: 8 UNIT CONDO WITH NO GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $129,979.42. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1224456 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I578220 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Lisle Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., PLAINTIFF Vs. Amy C. Barrile; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 001139 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/29/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/30/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF DUPAGE, STATE OF ILLINOIS, IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL ONE: UNIT NO. 119-1F IN FOUR LAKES VILLAGE CONDOMINIUM NO.1, AS DELINEATED ON THE SURVEY OF

THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: PART OF FOUR LAKES ASSESSMENT PLAT NO.1, PART OF FOUR LAKES ASSESSMENT PLAT UNIT NO.2 AND PART OF FOUR LAKES ASSESSMENT PLAT NO.3, ALL BEING A PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP AND OF EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, COVENANTS AND [BYLAWS FOR FOUR LAKES VILLAGE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION NO.] RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS OF DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS DOCUMENT R8015749, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. PARCEL TWO: ALL THOSE CERTAIN EASEMENTS, RIGHTS-OF-WAY, PRIVILEGES, RIGHTS OF USE AND ALL OTHER BENEFITS CREATED, ESTABLISHED AND GRANTED BY THAT CERTAIN DEED OF DECLARATION RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS DOCUMENT NO. R7023096 AND BY THAT CERTAIN GRANT OF EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, COVENANTS RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DU PAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS DOCUMENT NO. R80-0178 AND FIRST AMENDMENT RECORDED AUGUST 19, 1981, AS DOCUMENT R81-451133, GRANTED FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1. PIN 08-15-105-290 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 5505 Lakeside Drive Unit #1F Lisle, IL 60532 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

ify tion. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-07561. I579334 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Lisle Suburban Life IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association successor by merger to Chase Home Finance LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Edward D. Poncin; et. al. DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 001928 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/21/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/28/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 33 IN BLOCK 35 IN ARTHUR T. MCINTOSH AND COMPANY'S LISLE DEVELOPMENT UNIT 3, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 3, 9 AND 10, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MAY 21, 1926 AS DOCUMENT 213966 AND CORRECTED BY CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT 220087, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 08-10-101-022 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 4714 Winchester Avenue Lisle, IL 60532 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any

y reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-14163. I578958 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Lisle Suburban Life

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS CITIMORTGAGE, INC., PLAINTIFF VS JAMES R DELUCA; WATERBURY ASSOCIATION; CONDOMINIUMS WATERBURY CONDOMINIUMS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 2509 SPRING STREET 3204 WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 2013 CH 003073 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, JAMES R DELUCA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: UNIT 3204 IN WATERBURY CONDOMINIUMS, AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: LOTS 24 THROUGH 50, BOTH INCLUSIVE, IN ECHO POINT PARCEL "C", UNIT 3, A RESUBDIVISION OF PART OF LOT 8 IN ECHO POINT, PARCEL "C" UNIT ONE, BEING A RESUBDIVISION IN PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "A" IN THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R79-57993, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, ALL IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 2509 SPRING STREET 3204

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS ANGELO M GIANNOSA A/K/A ANGELO GIANNOSA; THE ENCLAVE AT COUNTRY LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 2460 GOLF RIDGE CIRCLE A/K/A 2460 GOLF RIDGE CIRCLE 85-246 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 13 CH 3296 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, ANGELO M GIANNOSA A/K/A ANGELO GIANNOSA; UNKNOWN OWNERS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSMC MORTGAGE-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-6, PLAINTIFF VS LYNN DAHLE A/K/A LYNN M DAHLE A/K/A LYNN M SHILLINGTON A/K/A LYNN SHILLINGTON DAHLE; MARTOCCIO & MARTOCCIO; DEFENDANTS 8137 MIDDLEBURY AVENUE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 13 CH 862 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on 0,, DUPAGE COUNTY SHERIFF in DU PAGE County, Illinois, will on January 16, 2014, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DU PAGE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 125 IN GALLAGHER AND HENRY'S FARMINGDALE VILLAGE UNIT 11, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 22, 1986 AS DOCUMENT R86-80071, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 09-31-203-028 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8137 MIDDLEBURY AVENUE WOODRIDGE, IL 60517 Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $323,266.08. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes,

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RECORDED FEBRUARY 14, 1978 AS DOCUMENT R78-12890 IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 08-35-405-006 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 8302 Old Fence Court Woodridge, IL 60517 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/ expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR 1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTTHE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT GAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. DUPAGE COUNTY For information: Examine the WHEATON, ILLINOIS court file or contact Plaintiff's attorWells Fargo Bank, N.A., PLAINTIFF ney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., Vs. 15W030 North Frontage Road, Sammara S. Akhtar; et. al. Suite 100, 6052 DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 000498 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/12/2013, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 1/28/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff's Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 70 IN MENDING WALL UNIT 1, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 10 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF

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GIANNOSA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: UNIT NO. 85-2460-48 IN THE ENCLAVE AT COUNTRY LAKES CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED ESTATE: VARIOUS LOTS IN COUNTRY LAKES AREA 4 AND 5- UNITS ONE AND TWO, BEING SUBDIVISIONS IN PARTS OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION OF SECTION 9 AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 9, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "A" TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED NOVEMBER 5, 1999 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER R1999-233931, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. Commonly known as: 2460 GOLF RIDGE CIRCLE A/K/A 2460 GOLF RIDGE CIRCLE 85-246 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 and which said Mortgage was made by, ANGELO M GIANNOSA A/K/A ANGELO GIANNOSA ; Mortgagor (s), to WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of DU PAGE County, Illinois, as Document No. 2009138961; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, Chris Kachiroubas DuPage Judicial Center 505 N. County Farm Rd. Wheaton, Illinois 60187 on or before January 17, 2014, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES Attorneys for Plaintiff Thirteenth Floor 1 North Dearborn Chicago, Illinois 60602 Tel. (312) 346-9088 Fax (312) 346-1557 PA 1316393 I579617 December 18, 25, 2013 January 1, 2014 Suburban Life NAP

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Hotel Buyers, Coin Dealers, Jewelry Stores, Antique Dealers, Pawn Shops Memberships: International Watch & Jewelry Guild, American Numismatic Association, Polygon Jewelry Network, Rapnet Diamond Network, Industry Council for Tangible Assets, Professional Coin Grading Service, Numismatic Guarantee Corporation

CASH FOR CURRENCY

“Wewill willpay payyou youatatleast least$22 $20per perSilver SilverDollar” Dollar” “We

CASH FOR OTHER COINS

CASH FOR GOLD COINS

• Large Notes

All U.S. Gold Coins $1-$2½-$3-$4-$5-$10-$20 All Foreign Gold Coins All Gold Bullion Coins

• Small Notes • Confederate Currency

and Proof Sets

• Fractional Currency

CASH FOR ROLEX & LUXURY WATCHES

BUYING LUXURY HANDBAGS

ROLEX All Models

Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Chanel and more

CASH FOR MILITARY ITEMS

Bayonets, helmets, daggers, uniforms and more

FRANKLIN MINT SETS

OMEGA

Patek Philippe

Jager Lecoultre

Vacheron Constantin

Audemarspiguet

Breitling Jaeger-Lecoultre Reverso

Panerai

Don’t see your watch listed? We still want it, bring it in for top cash offer. No one pays more for fine watches & pocket watches.

CASH FOR DIAMONDS

CASH FOR JEWELRY

All Shapes & Sizes Up To 30 Carats

Modern • Antique • Designer

“WE BUY ALL DIAMONDS EVEN OLD EUROPEAN & MINE CUT DIAMONDS”

“WE LOVE ANTIQUE PLATINUM JEWELRY” We pay huge premiums for Tiffany • Winston • Cartier • Bvlgari

16 W. Ogden Avenue, Westmont (1 block west of Cass Avenue Conveniently located between I-294 & I-355)

630-969-9600