🌱 Patch AM: What’s next after Arlington Heights’ longtime police chief retires?

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In today's newsletter:

• What's next after Arlington Heights' longtime police chief retires?
• Arlington Heights shop heads to Vegas for major SEMA showdown

Also on today's calendar: Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: A couple of showers; humid, with a high of 73 and low of 62 degrees.
• Friday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 74, low: 64.
• Saturday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 79 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Village of Arlington Heights Announces that Police Chief Nick Pecora Will Retire in November 2026 (arlingtoncardinal.com) — Arlington Heights residents will see a major leadership change as longtime Police Chief Nick Pecora retires in November 2026 after a 44-year career with the village. Officials praise his role in guiding the department through big changes, from new technology to a new station, and say a competitive search for the next chief of police is beginning immediately.
   

• SEMA Show Expands Powersports Section With Harley-Davidson » Exhibit City News (exhibitcitynews.com) — DPS Automotive of Arlington Heights has been named one of six finalists nationwide for the 2026 PRO Cup Challenge at the massive SEMA Show in Las Vegas this November. The shop will compete by creating a dealership-ready accessory package under strict time and budget limits, giving local auto enthusiasts a hometown contender on a big industry stage.
   

📸 Around Arlington Heights

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Arlington Heights

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★ Featured events ★

Friday September 18
• Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest →
  North Smith Street & West Slade Street, Palatine
  5:00 pm
Saturday September 19
• Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest →
  North Smith Street & West Slade Street, Palatine
  12:00 pm
Sunday September 20
• Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest →
  North Smith Street & West Slade Street, Palatine
  12:00 pm
• Meet Professor Pizza, Enjoy Grandma Style, NY Style, Deep Dish, & More! Order by 10am. →
  2:30 pm
Tuesday September 22
• Medicare 101 →
  Arlington Heights Memorial Library, 500 N Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights
  6:30 pm
Wednesday September 23
• Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from Pequod's is headed to you! Order by noon. →
  5:30 pm
Thursday September 24
• James Beard Nominated Brown Sugar Bakery is perfect for any occasion! Order by Tuesday. →
  2:30 pm
Friday September 25
• Pequod's famous caramelized-crust pizza, delivered. Order by noon Wednesday. →
  2:30 pm
Saturday October 10
• How to Move to New Zealand - LIVE Seminar →
  Al Larson Cultural Center, 201 Schaumburg Ct, Schaumburg
  10:00 am

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Other local events

Monday September 21
• Semi-annual Wig Sale →
  Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio, 1153 Weiland Rd, Buffalo Grove
  9:00 am
Tuesday September 22
• Police Badges & Watch Fobs Auction →
  Online Only
  10:00 am
Thursday September 24
• Classic Collectibles Auction - ONLINE ONLY →
  Online Only
  10:00 am
Saturday September 26
• St. Vincent de Paul Friends of the Poor 5K/1-mile Fun Run/Walk →
  Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church, 434 W Park St, Arlington Heights
  7:45 am
Tuesday September 29
• Carnival Glass Auction: The Online Encore →
  Online Only
  10:00 am
Sunday October 4
• Two Year Anniversary →
  The Picklr Mount Prospect 211 W Rand Rd, Mt Prospect, IL, 60056
  12:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Hey Arlington Vista!
  WATCH YOUR PETS! We have a coyote making its rounds this morning! I'm at the SE corner of the lake and he was in my backyard shortly after I let my… (Nextdoor Arlington Vista)
• Missing cat ..
  anywhere around Arlington Heights and central .. if anyone see, ..please call 224-616-7004 . (Nextdoor W Happyfield Dr)

• United Airlines, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Scheduler - Inflight in Arlington Heights. Apply here.
• TJX posted a job opening for Customer Service Coordinator in Arlington Heights. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Arlington Heights here.

🗞 Nearby News

Mount Prospect

• Retired Mount Prospect Firefighter Remembers Time Spent At Ground Zero (journal-topics.com)
• Esports Student-Athlete Spotlight: Rey Trejo (carthage.edu)
• Mount Prospect Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 (journal-topics.com)

Palatine

• 'It's a family affair': Tievoli Pizza Bar in Palatine training next generation while expanding to second location (dailyherald.com)

Buffalo Grove

• Buffalo Grove Students Named To SNHU Summer Honors Lists (patch.com)

Ok Arlington Heights! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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