Whether you are thinking about Board service now or in the future, this session offers valuable, first-hand insights.
First all-school sports event on Roosevelt's new Community Track will be an Olympics-theme fund-raiser.
Skin Care, Cosmesis, and Cosmetic Surgery is a blog about medical care and occasionally the politics of medicine.
Skin Care, Cosmesis, and Cosmetic Surgery is a blog about medical care and occasionally the politics of medicine
The MWRD Board of Commissioners honored the Women’s Business Development Center during the Sept. 6 Board meeting.
MWRD Board of Commissioners honored staff members Karl Von Heimburg and Rudy Payne for their Aug. 15 rescue efforts.
The MWRD is collecting unwanted medicine from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 29 at the Calumet, North Side and Stickney wastewater treatment facilities.
Thoughts on the final day of the Republican National Convention in Tampa
Over 200 contractors and vendors participated in the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago’s (MWRD’s) vendor outreach event held Wednesday in Chicago.
As the remnants of Hurricane Isaac work their way north, Chicago area residents should prepare for weekend rain to minimize flooding.
Eric Leys' thoughts on the first few days of the Republican National Convention in Tampa with one more day to go before returning to Illinois.
Thoughts on the first two days of the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla., from the perspective of Romney Alternate Delegate and Maine 207 Board of Education member Eric Leys
The MWRD sells 55 gallon rain barrels for $58 plus tax for Cook County residents and now includes delivery. The rain barrel program is a part of the MWRD's mission to promote water conservation.
Nonprofit leader invited to White House forum to speak about innovation in philanthropy.
MWRD’s Mainstream Pumping Station offers unique environment for steep rescue.
Brazilian students and treatment plant operators recently toured the Kirie Water Reclamation Plant in Des Plaines.
There's a growing trend, in today's economy, to drop alarm monitoring from the family budget. But there is a way, to monitor your home security system yourself.
Matt Parker (my nephew) and I had a unique exsperience as official video bloggers for Wizard World.
I had a great time at the Flashback Weekend horror convention.
The MWRD is hosting a vendor outreach fair on Wed. Aug. 29 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Univ. of Chicago Booth School of Business, Gleacher Center, 450 North Cityfront Plaza Drive, Chicago.
GreatNonprofits.org released its first ever list of top-rated charities near Park Ridge, which Patch.com readers can use to discover top volunteer, giving, and internship opportunities.
A visit to a Chicago or Cook County park on Sept. 29 can benefit families and nature as Chicago Wilderness is hosting a “Day of Service.”
Senator Kotowski announced today he will not accept taxpayer money for per diem and mileage reimbursement for the upcoming Special Session.
Five of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District treatment facilities have achieved perfect scores on annual reports to earn the National Association of Clean Water Agencies’ highest honor.
MWRD is dedicated to land preservation and surveyed 25 properties along waterways, near treatment plants, in reservoirs and aeration stations to develop a comprehensive biological survey.
Local government and homeowners have struggled to determine what makes more economic sense: cut down ash trees infected with emerald ash borer; or, treat them.
The MWRD Biosolids program manager Dan Collins traveled to Vancouver, Canada, to provide practical advice and to share his experience in developing an award-winning biosolids program.
I was beginning to wonder when someone would ask this question because in over 20 years of doing dentistry, this is probably one of the most frequently asked questions... "Why do my gums hurt?"
Senator Kotowski discusses his support of Governor Quinn's signing of legislation ending the controversial legislative scholarship program.
The new law is another victory in Kotowski's efforts to reform spending in Springfield and ending perks for politicians.
Senator Kotowski encourages Illinois businesses to take advantage of the Small Business Job Creation Tax Credit, an incentive for businesses who hire new workers.
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is reminding residents how they can prepare for storms to prevent or minimize basement flooding and sewer backups.
Neighborhood Sandwich Shops Shake Up Lunch Time to Raise Funds for Non-Profit while Highlighting Female Musicians
The first single site robotic surgery procedure for gallbladder removal in the Northern Suburbs of Chicago at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital was a success.
Today's Ask the Dentist feature focuses on dental implants. To say that implants have come a long way is an understatement.
There are several reasons that a tooth may need to be extracted. Read on to become better informed about tooth extractions!
Summer, Pools, Chlorine, Hair, What To Do!
Park Ridge House Football and Cheer Registration less than one week away
"I'm not always good about remembering to floss but I do use my Waterpik® just about every day. Is that good enough? Is using the Waterpik® the same as using floss?"
An exhibit of the works of Don Pegler, artist, animator and illustrator will be open Friday, June 15, at Iannelli Studios