Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Bedford Park Fire Department celebrates the addition of two new Fire Engines Friday
Bedford Park Fire Chief Daniel Johnson will dedicate two new fire trucks on Friday, August 28
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
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Ray Hanania is an award winning former Chicago City Hall reporter and columnist (1976-1992). Hanania writes Opinion Analysis for several news websites and print newspapers, as well as hosting a podcast "Two Guys on Politics" with former Congressman Bill Lipinski on politics available on iTunes and Spotify. Hanania also manages a media consulting company, Urban Strategies Group. He is the recipient of four LISAGOR AWARDS for Column Writing from the Chicago Headline Club/Society of Professional Journalists, named BEST ETHNIC AMERICAN COLUMNIST in America by the New America Media in 2006, and received the NATIONAL SIGMA DELTA CHI AWARD from the Society of Professional Journalists in 2009. His website is www.Hanania.com
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Chicagoland pastors protest religious persecution in US and overseas at Hazel Crest assembly
About 75 pastors and religious activists attended an assembly to call for the release of Lee Man-He, founder of Shincheonji in South Korea
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
OFPD hosts its annual Open House on Saturday, June 28
The Orland Fire Protection District will host its annual Open House Sat., June 28, offering a wide range of information on their services
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Orland Fire District elects woman Board President
OFPD Trustee Beth Damas Kaspar was elected Board President Monday May 5. She, "DJ" Jeffers, and Bridget Tolan took seats on the board.
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Registration opens May 9 for Orland Fire Kids Camp, Jr Cadet programs
Registration opens May 9 for the annual OFPD Kids Fire and Life Safety Camp and the Junior Cadet Academy. Register online at OrlandFire.org
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Damas Kaspar, Jeffers and Tolan to take Oath as OFPD Trustees Monday
Beth Damas Kaspar, Donald "DJ" Jeffers, and Bridget Eileen Tolan will be sworn is a Trustees of the OFPD Monday at 5 PM, May 5, 2025
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher
OFPD honors retiring board members, President John Brudnak and Treasurer Jayne Schirmacher at the board meeting on April 22, 2025
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Patch publishes false article under fake byline "Elizabeth Veritas"
Patch publishes inaccurate article under fake, unverified name "Elizabeth Veritas" showcased by a Patch editor that should be removed
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Inaccurate information on Fire District & merger published by Patch
Patch publishes an inaccurate article falsely claiming the OFPD unanimously voted to issue a release on "consolidation" at Feb. 25 meeting
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Tickets For OFPD Senior 'Shamrocks & Shenanigans' On Sale February 17
The annual Orland Fire Protection Districts Shamrock & Shenanigans luncheon for Seniors will be held on March 14. Tickets go on sale Feb 17.
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
OFPD Firefighters Recognized For Hurricane Helene Relief, Lifesaving
Orland Firefighter volunteers honored for helping victims of Hurricane Helene and saving life of colleague. Orland Park Police honored too
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Why do we always fall short on New Year's resolutions, and voting?
We take our bounty for granted, sometimes, unchallenged with so many opportunities. Is that why we break our New Year's resolutions & more
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Town Hall meeting Wednesday to explain 3 NEW TIFs in Orland Park
Expert Tom Tresser will explain impact on Orland Park taxpayers of the Triangle TIF and 3 NEW TIFs planned by Mayor Pekau at meeting Wed
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Orland Fire hosts talks on Senior needs & info on OP Library services
OFPD Monthly "Coffee & Conversation" features experts on health, seniors & community resources and is open to all residents free of charge
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Orland Fire Protection District hosts annual Open House Sat, Sept. 7
The Orland Fire Protection District, which has one of the highest "cardiac save rates" in the nation, showcases its services & equipment
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Fire District Invites Seniors To Talk Surviving Heart Attack, Stroke
Orland Fire Protection District Chief Michael Schofield hosts his "Coffee & Conversation" meeting Wed April 17 on lifesaving strategies
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
New EMS Comms system will reduce response time and save lives
40 communities will participate in a new CAD-to-CAD EMS system organized by the OFPD and funded by a grant secured by Sen. Michael Hastings
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
National group honors OFPD readiness with ISO1 recognition
Orland Fire Protection District presented with nation’s highest honor, ISO 1
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
CPR/AED training can dramatically increase Cardiac Arrest survival
CPR & AED training can dramatically increase chances of survival for individuals facing medical emergencies. OFPD Offers free training.
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
Orland Park|Neighbor News|
Ziyad Brothers congratulates brewers of Bavaria non-alcoholic beer
Swinkels Family Brewers won the "Sustainable Brewery of the Year" award at the Icons of Beer 2023 competition, hailed by Ziyad Brothers
Ray Hanania, Community Contributor
