Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Survivors are part of a sisterhood, whether they choose to be or not. And sharing stories–funny, sad, ironic—is what sisters do best.
- BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
- Ronni Newton
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007. Hearing the words, "I'm sorry, but it's cancer," comes as a shock to anyone, and I never thought I would hear them that day. I was in my mid-40s, a marathon runner, healthy eater, non-smoker, no family history. The only real risk factor I had was giving birth to my first child after age 30. I cried (hysterically), I went for a long run the next morning, I got a second opinion, I told only a handful of people and I went about my busy life trying not to think about it. I made a list of other women I knew who had fought – or were fighting – this awful disease. In a few moments, I came up with more than 15 names of women in my community, most of whom were right around my age. Clearly, I was not alone…
Monday, October 29, 2012
Show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by uploading photos of your and/or your family and friends supporting the cause.
- BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
- Cari Barcas
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Monday, October 29, 2012
Showing off your pink pride during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a favorite thing to do with survivors and supporters alike. Thousands of hats, shirts, and other pink breast cancer items are sold in October, including at locations throughout DuPage County and Kane County. Millions of tiny pink ribbons are worn to support the cure for breast cancer and hope for many women. Also, countless numbers of people show support of Breast Cancer Awareness by participating in fundraising events. There have been numerous events throughout the western suburbs this month, including many in DuPage County and Kane County. Have you strapped on your pink running shoes for the Komen Race for the Cure? If a walk is more your speed, how about the …
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we asked west suburban women to share their breast-cancer experiences with us. We gathered their wisdom here. Share your story in the comments or upload a photo of an inspirational survivor in your life.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. One of the greatest challenges for those who have been newly diagnosed is finding sources of support. Patients are eager for information on everything from enduring surgery and chemotherapy to how to deal with hair loss. While there are many local resources and support groups available in DuPage County and Kane County, women can also find comfort in a sisterhood of survivors who have already been in their shoes. Best selling author and breast cancer survivor Barbara Delinsky has gathered the wisdom of hundreds of breast cancer survivors who are eager to inspire those who are new to the “breast cancer sisterhood.” She shares all of the stories and tidbits she found in her book "Uplift: …
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
The second presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney is scheduled for 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16.
After Joe Biden and Paul Ryan sparred throughout last week's Vice Presidential Debate, the nation's voters are looking forward to President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney's second debate: a town hall event focusing on foreign and domestic policy. The second presidential debate between Obama and Romney is set for 8 p.m. central on Tuesday, Oct. 16. Check below for more information on that debate and the remaining debates leading up to Election Day. AOL will provide a live stream of the debate. TV Channels Broadcasting Live: ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, CNN, Fox News, MSNBC and more, including CNN Espanol. Live Streaming Online: YouTube's Election Hub, AOL. Here's full info on Tuesday's debate, as well as the schedule for the final debate, …
Friday, May 18, 2012
Ah! But my esteemed Kane Countians get to take the week off!
My fine Kane County compatriots! You’ve done well. Political perfection may be a pipe dream, but I have to say that things are looking a little better out here because of your recent voting proclivities. The sheriff who thought he was king is long gone and Pat Perez has done a phenomenal job in his place. In fact, he’s done so well that I’ve been encouraging him to consider a third term. You might want to do the same thing. Once stripped of her County Board cronies, Chairman Karen McConnaughay fled for Springfield faster than a Rush Limbaugh advertiser jumped ship. She’ll do far less damage down there and fit in perfectly with that group of ineffectual state senators. You saw right through Cathy Hurlbutt’s court clerk makeover attempt, you…
Monday, February 13, 2012
While many transplants chose homes close to their new headquarters, others opted for properties with more open space, according to an area real estate agent.
This article was updated on Feb. 15. Since Navistar employees began working in Lisle, moving from their former headquarters Fort Wayne, Ind., they have bought up more than $50 million in real estate in DuPage and nearby counties. At a community event on Feb. 2, Navistar officials said their employees had purchased their new homes mostly through John Greene Realtor, Coldwell Banker, and @properties, with $50 million closed and another $4 million under contract. Approximately half of these transactions occurred through John Greene Realtor, according to Navistar vice president Don Sharp. Navistar began phasing employees into the area in mid-2011. More than 3,500 people now work at the company's new headquarters on Warrenville Road, officials …
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
More than $1 million in products are seized from a Lombard-area business, according to the DuPage County sheriff.
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012
DuPage County sheriff's deputies have arrested two men, including one from St. Charles, in an undercover drug investigation that led to the seizure of more than $1 million in synthetic drugs from a Lombard tobacco shop. George Rantis, 49, of the 5N800 block of Fairway Dr. in St. Charles is charged with one count of manufacturing and delivering a controlled substance of more than 200 grams, a Class X felony. Rantis reportedly is the owner of the shop. Store manager Sergio Delcid, 46, of Chicago, is accused of the same charge. DuPage Sheriff John E. Zaruba announced the arrests on Jan. 13. Follow St. Charles Patch on Facebook or with Twitter! This was the first search warrant issued in DuPage County for this type of controlled substances, …
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Kane and DuPage chairmen tout proposal to close DuPage's juvenile detention facility and send inmates to Kane.
DuPage County could save $1 million per year by closing its juvenile jail and transferring inmates to Kane County’s regional detention center, County Board Chairman Dan Cronin asserted Wednesday. Cronin and Kane County Board Chairman Karen McConnaughay announced a proposal Wednesday that would add DuPage County’s juvenile detention program to Kane’s facility, which already houses juvenile offenders from Kane, DeKalb, Kendall and McHenry counties. Neither county board expects to vote on the proposal before Dec. 1, Cronin said. Both detention centers are under-used: DuPage holds an average of 23 inmates in a 60-bed facility, and Kane holds about 48 inmates in an 80-bed facility. Combining the programs would reduce overhead and lower the cost…
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Tuesday, July 12, 2011
The child pornography case against Gary Reschke sees its first court appearance today (Tuesday), and a couple of cases continue in Elmhurst reminiscent of the Casey Anthony scenario.
Among the items in Kane and DuPage courtrooms this week is the case of the Geneva man charged with aggravated child pornography and Coroner Chuck West's case. Further from home are the horrible cases of a woman accused of trying to kill her infant grandson and another woman charged with drugging her son in an attempted murder-suicide. Considering all the attention given to the Casey Anthony trial, it's amazing (but probably a good thing) that those stories haven't gotten more media attention. Geneva—Gary Reschke, recently charged with aggravated child pornography, is scheduled for his first formal appearance on July 12. Geneva—Loren Carerra's lawsuit against Coroner Chuck West and two deputies returns to court for a status hearing on …
bill trudeau
10:04 am on Thursday, November 1, 2012
The thing I've learned in the last few years is that cancer is NOT pink, as you'll find out when you get prostate, pancreatic or lung cancer. Cancer isn't something to be packaged in pretty colors and merchandised by foundations that could care less if a cure is ever discovered, as long as the bottom line is healthy. more ›