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Alana McBride-Piech

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Children and family

Front porch gazing evokes pride of neighborhood

While sitting on my front porch the other day and gazing down my block which I have lived on for 25 years, I observe my … Read more ›

Children and family

Giving power to your teens helps make wise decisions

I have raised one child who is now a 24 year old woman working in Washington D.C. With that information, I have to tell you … Read more ›

Food and drink

Gluten Free Expo highlights tasty food

With the diagnosis of a wheat allergy for my seven year old niece, I became aware of what it is like to plan a menu … Read more ›

Opinion

The right to vote evokes pride, power, and privilege

Going back 92 years to August 20, 1920, the first day in our history that women in this country were allowed to vote, my mind … Read more ›

Food and drink

Smiling Irish Eyes celebrate St. Pat's Day

When my Irish eyes are smiling, my heart senses an overall happy feeling, and I rush to breathe in the time honored tradition of St. … Read more ›

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  1. @rosemariemikoljak THANKS RO! MAYBE ONE YEAR YOU WILL COME WITH ME.

    Posted to Kiwanis Club of Lombard creates history walking “Over the Threshold” - Lombard

  2. Thank you to the village management and village board for taking such good care of it’s citizens. I believe we constantly need education and the reinforcement of how to drive safely. That’s where our money should be spent. Good call village of Lombard!

    Posted to Red light cameras voted out in Lombard - Lombard

  3. Thanks for the positive feedback! I live in a great community and want everyone to know about it.

    Posted to Kick off for fall brings new business and Fall Fest - Lombard

  4. Thanks for the positive feedback! I live in a great community and want everyone to know about it.

    Posted to Kick off for fall brings new business and Fall Fest - Villa Park

  5. I’ve been there! Loved this story! You said it all.

    Posted to Bobblehead Dad: Cry Baby - Algonquin

  6. I’ve been there! Loved this story! You said it all.

    Posted to Bobblehead Dad: Cry Baby - Antioch & Fox Lake

  7. I’ve been there! Loved this story! You said it all.

    Posted to Bobblehead Dad: Cry Baby - Arlington Heights

  8. I’ve been there! Loved this story! You said it all.

    Posted to Bobblehead Dad: Cry Baby - Aurora

  9. I’ve been there! Loved this story! You said it all.

    Posted to Bobblehead Dad: Cry Baby - Barrington Area

  10. I’ve been there! Loved this story! You said it all.

    Posted to Bobblehead Dad: Cry Baby - Batavia