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1. Complex debate What happened: The Lemont Village Board riled up opponents of the proposed Lemont Sports Complex when it voted Jan. 6 to repeal an ordinance to publicly finance the project, effectively killing a referendum on purchasing bonds for the project from the March election ballot.

The village said it would instead seek private financing sources for the project, which made the question asked in the referendum irrelevant.

Opponents attended board meetings for the next several months, saying private financing was still taking out a loan that the village and taxpayers would be responsible for paying if the complex failed to produce revenue.

The village has maintained that the sports complex is a needed attraction that will help revitalize the downtown.

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Renderings of the Lemont Sports Complex, a $21 million proposed project. Village officials have said Lemont needs a large attraction such as the sports complex to economically sustain the town. would be too costly.

Quote of note: “We have to have a destination location for people to come and be able to spend money,” Lemont Mayor Brian Reaves said.

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The number of incoming freshman who took Mount Assisi’s 2014-15 placement exam, below the school’s goal of 55

3. Business brewing What happened: Several new businesses opened in Lemont during 2014, but two stood out as ambitious ventures that hope to become anchors for

the downtown: the Pollyanna Brewing Company and Gelsosomo’s Pizza.

Both opened in September and are meant to be draws for people from Lemont and beyond.

Gelsosomo’s opened first, in the former locations of the restaurant This Must Be the Place and the Mindflow Cafe.

Pollyanna opened a couple of weeks later along the I&M Canal in Talcott Square.

Quote of note: “We chose Lemont, as well, once we saw the space because we like the small, historic feel that it has. A lot of people are very proud to live in Lemont … We want them to be proud of this brewery, as well,” Pollyanna Brewing Company master brewer Brian Pawola said.

4. Missing Keepataw What happened: For the first

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The nonprofit organization that had run it the past couple of years disbanded at the end of 2013, leaving it up to groups such as the Village of Lemont and the Lemont Park District to determine whether to continue the tradition. With resources already devoted to other summer events, the groups decided against holding the festival.

The village said it might bring back the Keepataw Days parade in future years, but with the village’s Heritage Fest being held in July, it seems unlikely the four-day carnival will return.

Quote of note: “I think it will make people make sure

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The school held a closing ceremony June 1, with Cardinal Francis George there to help lead it.

Quote of note: “There will never be another Mount Assisi. That was unique to us. But will [the students] find places they can grow and become unique women?

I certainly hope so,” Provincial Superior Sister Therese Ann Quigney of the School Sisters of St. Francis of Christ the King said.

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OBITUARIES BONNIE M. CAMPBELL Bonnie M. Campbell, nee Kirk, age 84, of Lemont, passed away on December 20, 2014, surrounded by her family.

Preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Florence Kirk; and a grandson, Jeremy Campbell.

Survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Donald A. Campbell; her sons, Michael (Linda) Campbell, Bruce (Sylvia) Campbell, Richard (Linda) Campbell and Scott (Michelle) Campbell; her cherished grandchildren, Meggan, Joshua, Savina, Corey, Carrie, Ashley, Trisha, and Kyle; and adored greatgrandchildren, Jaydan, Allie, Natalie, Ethan, Dylan, and “Baby”Sledge.

Bonnie loved going shopping and finding good bargains for her family, friends, and kids. She was an avid quilter, and enjoyed her quilting club. She was a kind, caring, generous person, who loved to help

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ge p lp out friends & family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

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• STORIES Continued from page 3 that they get to [the festival] that’s still going on.” Village marketing coordinator Donna Pecina said, on how the lack of Keepataw Days makes Heritage Fest more important.

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5. Tough rescue What happened: The Lemont Police Department and Lemont Fire Protection District worked together to rescue a man April 9 who had fallen to the bottom of an embankment next to the railroad tracks along Main Street between Fourth Street and Wheeler Drive.

Officer Brian Schmitz found the man, who had apparently been lying there for a day after going to the area the previous night to search for his phone.

After determining the man was alive, Schmitz called in the fire protection district, who used a rope pulley sys-

tem to be able to get the man up the steep embankment and into a helicopter to be taken to a hospital.

Schmitz was recognized by the Lemont Village Board for his life-saving efforts.

Quote of note: “I don’t think [looking for a phone] was worth that,” Lemont Police officer Brian Schmitz said.

45: The number of minutes it took to lift the man out of the embankment

6. Fresh leadership What happened: Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A hired its new superintendent in March, Courtney Orzel.

She replaced Susan Birkenmaier, who left at the end of October 2013 after only a year with the district.

Board of education members emphasized finding a better fit with the district who would stay in the position for a longer time.

Orzel is partway through her first year with the district. So far under her leadership, the district has shown an emphasis on integrating technology into lessons and increasing communication

between the staff and the community through areas such as social media.

Quote of note: “I feel like this is an opportunity for me and for the board to work together to provide stability for our community,” Lemont District 113A superintendent Courtney Orzel said.

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7. Top cop What happened: Lemont Police Chief Kevin Shaughnessy announced in July that he would be retiring at the end of the year after 11 years as chief.

As with Shaughnessy, the Village of Lemont found its next chief from the Illinois State Police, Marc Maton.

Maton has 28 years of experience in various levels of responsibility in the State Police, most recently as the Deputy Director of the Administration Division.

Village officials praised

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• Charlie Gutic, 21, of 31 Highridge Road, Willowbrook, were charged with driving under the influence of drugs, improper driving on shoulder and use of unsafe tire after a traffic stop at 3:18 a.m. Dec. 14 at New Avenue and Industrial Drive.

• John Boyle, 47, of 11036 S. Theresa Circle, Palos Hills, was charged with driving under the

• STORIES Continued from page 6 the retiring Shaughnessy for helping change the culture of the police department and building on community outreach with events such as Kops-N-Kidz Day, which earned the Governor’s Hometown Award in December.

Quote of note: “In the state police, he’s operating at a level where the numbers are higher, the action is quicker.

The village, the Lemont Police Department, it’s an environment you’ll see the impact of your changes,” Retiring Lemont Police Chief Kevin Shaughnessy, on incoming chief Marc Maton said.

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influence of alcohol and disobeyed traffic control device after a traffic stop at 1:29 a.m. Dec. 14 at Main and Stephen streets.

License violations • Jose Alvarez, 23, of 2233 S. Trumbull Ave., Chicago, was charged with driving while license suspended, driving while registration suspended, no insurance and only one red tail light after a traffic stop at 11:19 p.m. Dec. 13 at Archer Avenue and McCarthy Road.

• Lisette Diaz, 23, of 510 Meeker Ave., Joliet, was charged with driving while license suspended after a traffic stop at 7:15 p.m. Dec. 16 at State and Illinois streets. rooms and an enclosed quiet reading room.

The Library Board said it also needs to make updates on the nearly 20-year-old building and some of its equipment.

Payments on the previous debt service are set to expire in 2015. But, because of more favorable borrowing conditions on the new debt service, tax payers will still see a decrease on their property tax bills.

The library hopes to start renovation in spring or summer of 2015.

Quote of note: “All of us here are really pleased that the voters have chosen to support the referendum. It’s a great result, and we really now look forward to having various people help us finalize plans on the building,” Lemont Public Library Board president Vytenis Kirvelaitis said.

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n LAST WEEK’S WEB POLL QUESTION: Will you travel for the holidays this season?

Taking a look at what’s new in District 113A

Courtney Orzel is Superintendent of Schools at District 113A.

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Exciting things are happening in District 113A. Communications has been a central focus for us this year as we have been diligent in improving our communications to our families. Many of our staff now have Twitter accounts and are sending out many learning activities from their classes. If you haven’t tried Twitter, you can follow me at @drorzel.

COMMUNITY We have also launched our VOICE district Facebook page. While Courtney this recently began, we already have 171 likes. If you haven’t Orzel liked our page, please do so.

School events and activities are posted on a regular basis. Moving forward with communications, we are exploring the option of updating our district website to streamline information and provide a site which is more user-friendly for our parents, students, staff and community.

It appears that Senate Bill 16 has been placed on the back burner by the legislators – for now.

There is no doubt that legislators are concerned about school funding reform and SB16 has begun important conversations surrounding school funding. Please know that we will continue to closely monitor the information coming out of Springfield and will provide information as it becomes available.

Looking forward, the district is researching potential pay to ride options for students who live within 1.5 miles of their school and are not currently eligible for bus service.

The Transportation Committee will be administering a survey to parents not eligible for bussing in early January to gain their feedback regarding this possibility. Additionally, the district is evaluating its residency procedures and is considering the option of having all students verify residency for the upcoming 2015-16 school year.

Safety and security of our students and staff is always our priority.

As part of our long-range safety and security planning, the Board of Education approved the installation of security cameras in the interior hallways and other large group areas of Old Quarry Middle School. We believe the cameras will enhance our safety and security procedures, and we will be providing parents with additional correspondence regarding the timeline for implementation.

Thank you for your continued support, encouragement and suggestions as I have transitioned into the superintendency. I am looking forward to the many incredible opportunities that lie ahead for us in 2015.

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70 PERCENT: No, staying at home 18 PERCENT: Yes, we’re driving 10 PERCENT: yes, we’re flying 2 PERCENT: We haven’t decided

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Santa greets children Dec. 6 as he makes his way to Budnik Plaza to light the tree during Lemont’s Hometown Holiday event.

Sharing the stories that impact the people who live and work in Lemont is our passion, and it’s an honor to be part of the community. As we prepare to gather with family and friends, we wish everyone a happy holidays and new year, and we look forward to experiencing the stories of 2015 with you.

The Lemont Park Foundation found multiple ways to help those in need during the holiday season. As part of Lemont’s Hope and Friendship Foundation’s holiday care packages for families in need, the park foundation donated 30 $50 Lemont Park District gift cards. The park foundation also sponsored 40 people to attend the Park District’s annual Breakfast with Santa.

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A recent CUSD 200 report states we have the secondlowest property taxes collected per student, second-lowest tax rate, a below average operation expense per pupil, and below the state average in per pupil spending. Congratulations BOE – right? No, these austere numbers mean we can’t compete with surrounding districts to keep and maintain great teachers and provide current technology and services for our children. The last ED referendum was 30 years ago.

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I Recently attended a luncheon with family at the Glen Oak Restaurant in downtown Glen Ellyn. Thanks to the recommendation of a wonderful waitress, we were treated to the best cream of mushroom soup ever. Make it a point to visit the Glen Oak on any Wednesday to enjoy this delicious repast.

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big increase of semi-trucks using Ogden now to avoid toll fees. We have been trying to get a control signal between Saratoga and Belmont for 30 years to no avail.

Anyone who thinks there is no problem needs only to witness Media needs to stop the hazard between 4 to 7 p.m. sensationalizing and 7 and 9 a.m. every day with I certainly agree with last the amount of traffic. Regardless week’s article, “Officer was doing what the cost is to put the new his job.” The media needs to stop station on Ogden Avenue in order building this up and antagonizto get a controlled signal, it will ing people. They are somewhat be worth every dollar to insure responsible for all the protests. the safety of our residents in our The officer was doing his job. area. I encourage the council to proceed with the project.

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Freedom of speech must be upheld I’m going to start my own protest right here, and it’s against people in the western suburbs making ignorant comments about the rights of other people. Can you imagine what kind of riots there would [be] if people could not pass judgment on people from other ethnic and social economic backgrounds? It would make Ferguson look like Disneyland.

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NATURE PHOTOS WHERE: Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive WHEN: Through Dec. 29 COST & INFO: Free entry; www.mortonarboretumphotographicsociety.com ABOUT: The Morton Arboretum Photographic Society shows a collection of more than 50 framed photographs in the “Ringing in the Bells of Nature” exhibit. The society invites people to view the images and purchase artwork.

Several pieces of matted bin art also will be for sale. The library is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. It’s closed Dec. 24 and 25.

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BALLYDOYLE SHOWS

2 PARTY LIKE IT’S 1899 WHERE: Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave. WHEN: 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31 COST & INFO: $45 per person; register at www. dgparks.org, 630-9631300 ABOUT: Slip into another era to celebrate New Year’s Eve, when the Downers Grove Museum hosts its debut New Year’s Eve Soiree. The party will be Victorian-themed, and guests are asked to dress in garb from the 1800s.

There will be trivia, a photo booth, hors d’oeuvres, and a fortune-teller to predict the future.

Guests must be 21 or older to attend.

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WHERE: DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Dec. 31 COST & INFO: $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers, with advance registration required; 630-637-8000, www.dupagechildrensmuseum. org ABOUT: Kids can count down to New Year’s with caped crusaders at Bubble Bash, with music by Dr. Dave and his Super Hero Sidekicks.

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WHERE: 5157 Main St., Downers Grove WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. dinner show; 10 p.m.

Semple concert Wednesday, Dec. 31 COST & INFO: $35 for dinner show, and $10 for Semple concert; www.ticketderby.com; www.ballydoylepub.com ABOUT: New Year’s Eve opens with a lively dinner show with the music of Hannah Maria at Ballydoyle Irish Pub. Festivities include an Irish buffet and reserved table seating for the performance. It’s followed at 10 p.m. by a New Year’s Eve party featuring the music of Semple, with party favors and a Champagne toast at midnight as part of the fun.

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WHERE: Two Way Street Coffee House, 1047 Curtiss St., Downers Grove WHEN: 8:15 p.m. Friday, Dec. 26 COST & INFO: $7; www.twowaystreet.org, 630969-9720 ABOUT: Pete Norman’s Post-Christmas Blues Fest returns as a 30th anniversary show designed to banish any post-holiday ennui. The songwriter and his guests will perform folk, blues, ragtime and light-hearted songs, accompanied by guitar, dobro, fiddle, banjo and a variety of instruments. Two Way has presented live folk music weekly since 1970.

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Lemont’s John Polk competes Dec. 19 against Naperville Central’s Robby Martins at the 49th Annual Rex Whitlatch wrestling invitational.

Lemont wrestling competes at Rex Whitlatch invite SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA The Lemont wrestling team participated in the 49th Annual Rex Whitlatch wrestling invitational hosted by Hinsdale Central High School on Dec. 19-20.

Going up against 23 other schools, most of whom are bigger in size, the Indians finished in 16th-place with 59.5 points.

Egan Berta placed fifth at 138-pounds, improving to 13-2 on the winter. Jim Brennan also finished sixth at 145 and has a mark of 12-2.

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defeating Bloom 46-36 at the Crete-Monee Shootout on Dec. 20.

PJ Pipes notched 21 points and seven rebounds, Jack Valone had five points and five rebounds and Nick Wisz totaled four points and seven rebounds.

On Dec. 19, Lemont improved to 4-0 in the South Suburban conference with Lemont’s Dimitri Giatras competes Dec. 19 against Rockford East’s Eze- a 53-37 win over Evergreen Boys basketball Park. Wisz had 13 points, Rory Lemont returns to the Ro- kiel Termini at the 49th Annual Rex Whitlatch wrestling invitational.

Cunningham finished with 12 meoville Christmas Classic winner advances to play either Oak Forest, Glenbard South, points and six rebounds and that begins today.

Josh Rogers contributed eight The Indians, who are in the Lincoln-Way West or Romeo- Joliet Catholic and Geneseo.

The squad will enter the points, six rebounds and five small school bracket, open up ville in the second round. The with Chicago Christian. The top half of the bracket includes event with an 8-2 record after steals.

The Romeoville event wraps up on Dec. 30. The team is then off until a Jan. 9 home matchup against Eisenhower.

Girls basketball Lemont dropped a 47-44 decision to Metea Valley in the opening round of the Oswego East Holiday Classic on Dec. 22.

Marissa Dyer topped the team with 14 points and Ali Kramer added 12.

Boys swimming Lemont defeated Evergreen Park 82-31 in a recent dual meet. Brad Bendle placed first in the 100-yard butterfly with a time of 1:04.49. Another notable performance was put forth

by Juan Diaz-Sanin, who posted a time of 1:11.05 in the 100 breaststroke.

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Pioneer prowess

Area athletes rank among the best in Pioneer Football League

SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA The western suburbs have sent its fair share of football players to big-time programs, and another group of college coaches are tapping the area to bolster their programs. The Pioneer League competes in the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision and features several players from the area.

Here’s a look at local players who had an impact in the Pioneer League this season.

Jack Adams College: Dayton High School: Hinsdale Central Position: Running back Impact: After redshirting a year ago, this freshman became an immediate contributor this season. Adams was second on Dayton with 234 rushing yards, averaging 4 yards per carry.

His best game came against Morehead State on Oct. 18, when he gained 63 yards while scoring on a 9-yard run.

John Bloss College: Drake High School: Wheaton North Position: Defensive back Impact: The senior has been a regular on the Bulldogs’ defense the past three seasons, including starting all 11 games this season. He finished the

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Dayton’s Jack Adams sheds a tackle against Morehead State. tion Directors of America. season with 41 total tackles with 33 solo stops and also three tackles for loss, an interception Jack Crain and five passes defended.

College: Dayton

JoJo Ciancio College: Butler High School: Downers Grove South

Position: Defensive back Impact: This senior played in every game for the Bulldogs and led the team with 53 tackles. The defensive back also led Butler with three interceptions in a season in which he was co-recipient of the Pioneer Football League’s inaugural Scholar-Athlete of the Year award, was a PFL all-academic first team honoree and an Academic All-American as selected by the College Sports Informa-

High School: Benet Position: Linebacker Impact: After taking a redshirt year in 2013, this Lisle resident saw action on the field as a linebacker this fall. He played in 10 games and tallied 32 total tackles, including 1.5 tackles for loss, to go along with three pass break-ups. He had a memorable game against Robert Morris when he produced four solo tackles and three assists.

BUTLER n Mike Biegalski: jr,. OL, Wheaton North n Michael Cerone: fr., DB, Wheaton North n Clark Gary: fr., WR, Glenbard South n John Hall: fr., RB, Bolingbrook n Adam Rodgers: jr. DL, Lyons Township n Glen Somers: sr., DL, Fenwick n Zach Taylor: jr. OL, Montini n Alex Wills: fr., QB, Montini

DRAKE n John Bloss: sr., DB, Wheaton North n Dan Hohenstein: sr., OL, Wheaton Warrenville South n Connor Ostrander: fr., TE, Wheaton Warrenville South n Rocco Stefanini: so., OL, Fenwick n Connor Willis: fr., LB, Glenbard South n Zach Zlabis: jr., WR, Wheaton Warrenville South

DAYTON n Josh Belt: fr., CB, Montini n Jack Crain: fr. LB, Benet n Chris Cortopassi: sr., G, Wheaton Warrenville South n Jack Euritt: fr., WR, Benet n Alex Jeske: fr. QB, Glenbard South n Danny Leach: jr., S, Downers Grove South n Ryan Parks: fr., CB, Benet n Nate Sudnick: so., DE, WeGo n Nick Surges: fr., DE, Benet n Tayler Tumpane: fr., WR, Montini

MARIST n Michael Marston: jr., S, Glenbard West

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-AR12 Plaintiff, -v.ARTUR T. NOSAL A/K/A ARTUR NOSAL, EDYTA M. NOSAL A/K/A EDYTA NOSAL Defendants 11 CH 029301 12976 S. MAYFAIR DRIVE LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 8, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 12, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12976 S. MAYFAIR DRIVE, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-31-206019.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. 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/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special tax-

sp sp es 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 14-11-21827.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a

rp tj 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-21827 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 029301 TJSC#: 34-18363 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I636793 Dec. 19, 26, January 2, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSMC MORTGAGE BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1; Plaintiff, vs.

EGLE TARELIENE-BULOTIENE; CURRENT SPOUSE OR CIVIL UNION PARTNER, IF ANY, OF EGLE TARELIENE-BULOTIENE; CMG MORTGAGE, INC.; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC AS NOMINEE FOR CMG MORTGAGE, INC.; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SERVICER FOR MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATIONS SYSTEMS, INC.; UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 24849 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on January 15, 2014 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, January 19, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 22-29-204-007-0000.

Commonly known as 604 Czacki Street, Lemont, IL 60439 aka 215 Short Street, Lemont, IL 60439.

The mortgaged real estate is imved with si le family si

gage proved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 236-0077.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I638136 Dec. 26, January 2, 9, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY; Plaintiff, vs.

LINA GUDAUSKIENE; ROBERTAS GUDAUSKIENE; Defendants, 13 CH 20416 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 23 Norton Drive, Lemont, IL 60439.

P.I.N. 22-29-121-022-0000.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for in ectio

prop ty ope inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 13020732 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I638180 Dec. 26, January 2, 9, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.FEDERICO RUIZ, LUZ M. RUIZ Defendants 13 CH 000865 1275 FAIRWAY DRIVE LEMONT, IL NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 4, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 15, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1275 FAIRWAY DRIVE, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-31-307004.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. 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/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential al tate wh right in d to

18 CLASSIFIED • LMR • Friday, December 26, 2014 • Suburban Life / mysuburbanlife.com qui ng real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry

) ga y pa po into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 14-12-34331.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-34331 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 000865 TJSC#: 34-20872 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I637272 Dec. 19, 26, January 2, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST 2006-20, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-20, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, BY PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SERVICER WITH DELEGATED AUTHORITY UNDER NS CTIO DOCUM TS

THE TRANSACTION DOCUMENTS Plaintiff, -v.ORLANDO PASTORE, EMILIO BARBIERI, CORRADO CESARIO, GIANCARLO SERPE AKA GINANCARLO SERPE, DOMENICO SERPE Defendants 14 CH 04639 12640 DERBY ROAD LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 21, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 22, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12640 DERBY ROAD, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-27-302046-0000.

The real estate is improved with a two story single family home; two car attached garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. 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/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its edit bid at th le by

pu credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. 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. You will need a

photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500.

Please refer to file number PA1315002.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1315002 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 04639 TJSC#: 34-18436 I637671 Dec. 19, 26, January 2, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-8, Plaintiff V. ALBERT W. WIELGUS; HENRIETTA R. WIELGUS; MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEMENT, INC., Defendants 14 CH 8782 Pr ty Addr 12090 WALKER

Property Address: 12090 WALKER ROAD LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Shapiro Kreisman & Assoc. file # 14-071470 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure sales.)

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on October 23, 2014, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on January 26, 2015, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 12090 Walker Road, Lemont, IL 60439 Permanent Index No.: 22-28205-020-0000 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

The judgment amount was $401,018.38. Sale terms for nonparties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at www.kallenrs.com.

For information: Sale Clerk, Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Wa keg Road Suit 301, Ba

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A/K/A GLENN D LINHART; KAREN LINHART A/K/A KAREN D LINHART; 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. R12076039; 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 12, 2015, 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 1408837 I636662 December 12, 19, 26, 2014 Lemont Suburban Life

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS GLENN LINHART A/K/A GLENN D LINHART; KAREN LINHART A/K/A KAREN D LINHART; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 20W141 FRONTAGE ROAD LEMONT, IL 60439 14 CH 1997 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, GLENN LINHART A/K/A GLENN D LINHART; KAREN LINHART A/K/A KAREN D LINHART; 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: LOT 8 IN NEWMAN'S PLEASANT-DALE UNIT NO. 3 BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRIN- Frank's Handyman Service CIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING Serving you in all your TO THE PLAT THEREOF Remodeling & Repair Needs RECORDED DECEMBER 17, No job too small!

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