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Police & Fire
Police Plan 4th of July Crackdown On Drunk Drivers
Between this Friday and the Fourth of July, Evanston Police will be out in force targeting drunk drivers and people who aren't wearing their seatbelts. As part of two statewide campa...
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Local Connections
PHOTOS: Can You Identify This Turtle?
Patch spotted a nearly 2-foot long turtle at McCormick Boulevard and Dempster Street this weekend. The turtle was lying in the dirt in the park just past the sidewalk. We're looking ...
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Local Connections
The Best Advice You Got From Dad
Happy Father's Day, Patch readers! To mark the day, we asked you earlier this week to share the best advice you received from your dads. From the practical to the profound, here are ...
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The Neighborhood Files
Another Hot Weekend Heading Your Way
Are you used to this summer weather yet? You'd better be, because it's not going away. Similar to last weekend, it's going to be hot this weekend as temperatures once again head towa...
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Opinion
What Does Dad Really Want for Father's Day?
Mother’s Day is so much easier to plan than Father’s Day. I’m not just saying that because I'm a Mom and I think it’s incredibly easy to figure out what I like. After all, wha...
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Local Connections
Kids' Summer Reading: Author James Patterson Offers Top Picks
Looking for a great book to read this summer? Allow best-selling author James Patterson to make a suggestion. Patch has teamed up with Patterson's ReadKiddoRead program and the accla...
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Summer
Summer Reading List for Tweens and Teens, 11-up
Looking for another escape? This list of books has something for everyone – fantasy, adventure, and of course, love. What more is there? Read one, or read ‘em all – post your thoughts in ...
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Local Connections
Summer Reading Lists for Kids Ages 8-12
Looking for a great book to read this summer? This list of books has something for everyone – adventure, magic, smart kids, and amazing kids. Read one, or read ‘em all – post your thought...
