Maine Township Seeks Nominations for Good Citizen Award

Do you know a good citizen worthy of recognition? Submit a nomination to Maine Township today!

Oakton baseball ‘expects greatness,’ managing high expectations in 2017

Expectations are high for the Oakton Community College baseball team for the 2017 season.

Networking, education and inspiration at Oakton Small Business Expo

More than 70 local business people and vendors attended the Oakton Workforce Solutions 1st Annual Small Business Expo on March 14.

Get tickets for Oakton’s “How I Learned to Drive” April 6-9 and 13-15

The Pulitzer Prize winning play, “How I Learned to Drive,” comes to the stage April 6-9 and 13-15 at Oakton.

Guerin College Prep holds fundraiser at the Rosemont McDonald's

Guerin College Prep School held their annual McTeacher's Night at the Rosemont McDonald's on River Rd. on Thursday, March 16

Rep. D’Amico Backs Measure Providing Tax Relief for Middle-Class

Rep. D’Amico Backs Measure Providing Tax Relief for Middle-Class

Oakton’s March 29 Chicago Writers Series event features two renowned poets

The Chicago Writers Series on March 29 at Oakton Community College will feature poets Jamila Woods and Kevin Coval.

Twenty-first Star Chapter Awards Certificate to Mr. Gary K. Warner

Twenty-first Star Regent, Gail Enault, presents Mr. Gary K. Warner with the DAR Community Service Certificate.

Audition for Oakton’s “Powerless Gods,” a poignant look at urban education

Open auditions for "Powerless Gods" are scheduled March 20- 21, at Oakton's Studio One Theater.

Owls’ Gonzalez named to All-Region Team

Oakton women's basketball player Mallory Gonzalez recently received postseason accolades.

D’Amico Proposal To Make School Buses Safer Passes Key House Committee

State Rep. John D’Amico, D-Chicago, advanced legislation this week in the Illinois House aimed at improving the safety.

Catch some of the world’s great movies at Oakton’s international film festival March 27-30

See captivating movies at Oakton Community College’s 30th Modern Language Film Fest March 27-30.

Oakton to host March 24 women’s leadership conference

Issues facing women today in business, politics and society will be at the forefront of an upcoming women's conference at Oakton.

Three Oakton Owls women’s basketball players selected to All-Skyway team

Three Oakton Community College women’s basketball players earned all-conference accolades in recent postseason balloting.

Apply today for Oakton Community College scholarships

Application deadline for hundreds of Oakton scholarships is March 31.

Maine Township April 28 Expo Offers Range of Good and Services for Seniors

This year's Senior Expo is one for the record books and something not to be missed.

Oakton summer class registration begins March 22

Enrollment for summer classes at Oakton Community College starts March 22.

View Oakton’s “Nature Project” at Brickton Art Center

A show of ecologically themed works by Oakton art students and faculty is on display at the Brickton Art Center through March 24.

Train for an in-demand career through Oakton’s medical assistant program

Applications are now being accepted for enrollment in Oakton’s medical assistant program.

The Lattof YMCA Welcomes Jordan Bley as New Executive Director

The YMCA of Metro Chicago welcomes Jordan Bley, who began his role as Executive Director of the Lattof YMCA in February.

Dan Patak Letter to the Editor

Well-known and highly respected Dan Patlak endorses the Maine Township Republican Unity Slate in his letter to the editor.

Oakton Board of Trustees candidates’ forum scheduled March 6

Candidates looking to serve on the Oakton District 535 Board of Trustees will attend a public forum at the college on March 6.

Teen Asks for Food Donations for Her Birthday to Support Needy Families

In an amazing gesture, a Park Ridge teen asks for food donations to the local pantry for her birthday.

Oakton STEM Camp for middle-school students March 20-24 has been cancelled

The STEM Camp scheduled March 20-24 at Oakton's Des Plaines campus has been cancelled.

Owls’ Beckford, Matthew named to NJCAA Men’s Basketball All-Region Team

Two Oakton Owls basketball players received prestigious accolades from NJCAA.

Golf Maine Park District Launches Pickleball as Sport Rapidly Grows in Popularity

It was Opening Day for Pickleball at Golf Maine Park District. Come play for free during March.

Oakton Owls men’s basketball guard named Skyway Conference Player of the Year

Tafari Beckford of Oakton was named ISCC Men’s Basketball Player of the Year.

Oakton hosts engineering career events March 8 and 9

Students interested in learning more about engineering careers are invited to free events at Oakton on March 8 and 9.

Call to Artists for Des Plaines Chautauqua Arts Festival in May

Looking for artists to participate in the Des Plaines Chautauqua Arts Festival on May 13th at the Historic Methodist Campground.

Mary Olson Artwork at Frisbie Senior Center in March

Mary Olson's watercolor paintings will be on display at the Frisbie Senior Center in Des Plaines beginning March 2nd through March 30th.

Oakton recognizes President’s Scholars from Park Ridge

More than 60 Park Ridge residents received prestigious academic honors from Oakton Community College.

Oakton recognizes President’s Scholars from Palatine

Three Palatine residents received prestigious academic honors from Oakton Community College.

Oakton’s art museum to showcase latest acquisitions March 2-23

Catch a glimpse of recently acquired work from the Koehnline Museum of Art's permanent collection.

Chicago Bar Association raises more than $7,000 for Oakton scholarships

The Oakton Educational Foundation raised more than $7,000 by recently hosting the Chicago Bar Association’s 93rd Annual Holiday Spirits Revu

Oakton recognizes President’s Scholar from Mokena

A resident of Mokena was honored with a prestigious academic honor from Oakton Community College.

Oakton recognizes President’s Scholar from Lake Forest

A Lake Forest resident received a prestigious academic honor from Oakton Community College.

Oakton joins community celebration of Chinese culture

Oakton is participating in the community-wide celebration of “Coming Together in Skokie and Niles Township."

“Lives in Bloom,” 2017 Spring Gala Event: Honoring The Harbour’s unique role in providing shelter and transitional housing

The Annual Gala will feature a live and silent auction, music and art performances to benefit youth experiencing homelessness

Patricia Schular Artwork to be on Display at Des Plaines City Hall

Watercolor paintings by artist Patricia Schular will be on display at Des Plaines City Hall beginning February 27th through March 31st.

Oakton presents “The Foreigner” – a hilarious farce – March 2-12

The award-winning play “The Foreigner” runs March 2-5 and March 9-12 at Oakton Community College.