Burbank News

" December 2, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today signed into law a bill that allows the State to issue federal stimulus-supported Build America Bonds and Qualified School Construction Bonds to fund critical capital projects such as roads, bridges and schools.

I sense it's about time to share some of my thoughts about television and movie critics, myself, and the past, present and future of my corner of the critics-on-TV adventure.

The St. Laurence Mothers Club held a Trivial Pursuit challenge night on Saturday, Nov.

The College Board's Advanced Placement Program offers students the opportunity to take challenging college-level courses while still in high school, and receive college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP Exams.

Tuesday's Breakfast Meeting with state Sen. Louis Viverito in Burbank's Prairie Trails Public Library brought a significant morning crowd along with an announcement from the senator about stepping down and the ill state of the Illinois economy.

Queen of Peace to stage 'Willy Wonka Junior' Queen of Peace High School will present its fall play, "Willy Wonka Junior," at 7 p.m. today, Friday and Saturday and at 3 p.m. Sunday in the school's Little Theater, 7659 S. Linder Ave., in Burbank.

The annual Veterans Day ceremony held in Burbank on Nov. 11 was met by mild November weather, a large gathering of community members, and former and present servicemen and women and their families.

"I really believe that we need to work hard to build society and to enrich it so it could reach its highest potential," began Ghouleh.

A local man fled for his life when a bandit dressed all in black brandished a pistol and demanded his money Saturday night.

Two men who led police on a chase following a shooting in southwest suburban Burbank early Saturday are in custody - after their vehicle ran out of gas.

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With Veterans Day coming up, many across the country use this time to remember those who served the United States, and those who are still fighting thousands of miles away.

Local dignitaries and members of the community will gather on Wednesday, Nov. 11 to pay their respects and give thanks to members of the armed forces, past and present.

DynaVox Mayer-Johnson, the world's leading provider of communication and education products for individuals with significant speech, language and learning disabilities, announces the Mobile Activity Player.

In addition to the main performance, a short curtain riser written by Reavis Senior Jon Hewelt , entitled "The Tale of Abigail Munn," will be performed.

Junior high girls and their families will receive a guided tour of the campus, meet with faculty and students and view a demonstration of the school's tablet computer program.

What's the best place to get a hot dog in Illinois? Citysearch wants to know. Photo: Citysearch The online city guide, Citysearch , is holding its own version of a hot dog war by asking people to vote for the best hot dog restaurant in Chicago.

Sara M. VanByssum, of Burbank , has been named to the spring/summer 2009 trimester dean's list at Governors State University in University Park.

An afternoon of mini-plays, games, face painting, puppet shows and Halloween activities will be presented for children in preschool through fourth grade.

The College Board's Advanced Placement Program provides motivated and academically prepared students with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses while still in high school and to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both, for successful performance on the AP exams.