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Resident Blasts Northbrook Board For Lack of Gun Action

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 7:29pm
During Tuesday's village board meeting, Northbrook's Lee Goodman accused the village president and trustees of doing "nothing to make us safer from gun violence."

When You Need to Paint the House (Sponsored)

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 2:38pm
Everything you need to know about painting your house: stripping, powerwashing, fixing damaged wood and choosing paint colors. Sponsored by Home Depot.

Introducing Small Business Patch

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 2:35pm
The newly launched site offers tips, info and digital know-how for small business owners.

What’s the Going Rate For a Lawn Service in Northbrook?

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 2:15pm
As part of our new Smart Spending series, Patch wants to uncover the true going rate for various goods and services in town, so you'll know exactly how much you should pay for what you need. Help us out by replying in the comments.

Should DUI Alcohol Limit Be Lowered To 0.05 Percent?

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 10:47am
The National Transportation Safety Board recommends reducing the limit. Some say it would save lives. Others say it's unreasonable.

What Are the 8 Best-Paying Summer Jobs?

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 10:01am
Many economic indicators point to an improved job market for high school and college students looking for work this summer.

Police Target Construction Zone Cell Phone Use

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 8:07am
Deerfield Police are making an extra effort to reduce cell phone use in Lake Cook Road construction area.

Man Paralyzed in Prime of Life Never Stops Following His Passion

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 7:57am
A Chicago-area man didn't let becoming paralyzed at the age of 21 stop him from coaching football and running for public office. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.

'Light and Shadow' Concert Comes to Northbrook

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 10:02pm
This year's community choir concert, 'ChiaroScuro: Light and Shadow' will premier on Friday, May 31 at the Northbrook Theatre.

Northbrook: A Look at Metra Stops, Income Level

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 5:14pm
Northbrook residents make on average between 10.1 to 30 percent of the highest incomes in the state, according to Crain's.

Angelina Jolie Undergoes Preventative Double Mastectomy

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 4:38pm
Jolie announced Tuesday she underwent a double mastectomy to prevent her chances of breast cancer. Her likelihood of developing the cancer was at 87 percent. Tell us what you think about Jolie's decision and announcement in the comments section.

'Camp Lady' Finds the Perfect Match

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 3:43pm
At this time of the year, North Shore residents flock to 'The Camp Lady' to help them find the right summer camp for their kids.

Lake Cook Road Configuration Changes

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 2:00pm
Project moves to next phase with north side getting attention.

3 Easy, Homemade Teacher’s Gift Ideas

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 1:17pm
Make something special to thank your child's teacher this year

3D Printer Coming to Northbrook Library

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 3:39am
The several thousand dollar machine will be added along with other digital upgrades coming to the library this summer.

Does Northbrook Need More Affordable Housing?

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 3:12am
About 5.3 percent of Northbrook's house and apartment market was considered affordable in 2004, although Illinois suggests communities keep it closer to 10 percent.

$575 Worth of Alcohol Stolen in Northbrook Burglary

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 2:22am
Featured in this week's blotter: four burglaries and one DUI.

April Flood Ruled a Disaster, Northbrook Residents Eligible for Federal Aid

Tue, 05/14/2013 - 1:45am
President Obama's declaration of 11 Illinois counties as disaster areas frees up FEMA money to help in recovery efforts. Here's information about how to apply for help.

4th of July Parade Applications Due May 31

Sun, 05/12/2013 - 9:57pm
Groups and businesses from the community are invited to join this year's parade.

GBN Senior Finishes Top 5 During State Gymnastics Finals

Sun, 05/12/2013 - 9:44pm
Nate Elfant scored a 9.3 on the vault and earned fifth place all-around during this weekend's gymnastics meet.