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Study: Des Plaines Flood Claims Topped $20 Million Between 2007-2011

Between 2007 and 2011, about 1 in 6 homes in Des Plaines made insurance claims for flood damage, according to a study by the Center for Neighborhood Technology.

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56th Annual Canoe Marathon Held in Memory of Founder

Bridget Brown shows off a photograph of herself and Miley Cyrus, with whom she shared some screen time in a film.

Disability Doesn't Even Slow Down Bridget Brown

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Monday Parks Playbook: Pool Season

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Student athletes from North and Northwest suburban Chicago high schools competed at the Illinois High School Association Class 3A boys sectional track meet at Niles West High School in Skokie on May 16.

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Severe Weather Possible Monday and Tuesday

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City Council to Vote on Fountain Blue Tent Noise Monday May 20th

By bill dillon | Sunday, May 19

neighbors have been fighting both Fountain Blue and the city for 2 years. The City has the responsibility and moral obligation to protect its tax paying citizens. Council meeting Mon 7 pm.

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The Monday Parks PlayBook: Make a big splash!

By Des Plaines Park District | Sunday, May 19

Having a party? We rent Chippewa Pool for all kinds of get togethers. Celebrating a birthday? We can help you plan any theme under the sun or join us at Mystic Waters or Mountain View.

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Federal funding available for impacted Cook County residents

By Allison Fore | Friday, May 17

Federal funding is available for residents of Cook County who sustained damage due to flooding that occurred between April 6 and May 5, 2013.

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Fashion Friday: Fashioning a New Life

By Phyllis benstein | Friday, May 17

Do you wake up ready to do what you love because you love doing it or is it time for a change?

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6th Annual Spring Fun Fair Draws Hundreds

By Des Plaines Park District | Saturday, May 18

On May 18, families across Des Plaines came together to enjoy free activities, a fashionable parade, and fun in the sun at the 6th annual Spring Fun Fair,

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