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There is a perception among many would-be home sellers that it is likely to take a long time to find a buyer.  While that is true in the general sense, it certainly isn’t the case f...

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This week’s garden tip was submitted by Wally Schmidtke, sales manager at Pesche’s Flower Shop and Garden Center. The mild winter and early spring has brought about a number of diffe...

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As Chicago water prices skyrocket, Des Plaines is seeking to disconnect and find a less expensive source. Once, Des Plaines found its water in the ground. Previously:  Des Plain...

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This week’s column was submitted by Gwen LaCosse, reference assistant at the Des Plaines Public Library. Yes, it is April (no fooling), and there’s a little more than a week before a...

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Moderate temperatures and an early springtime have spurred some property owners to consider the bald spots on their lawns much earlier than previous years. Wally Schmidtke, sales manager ...

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From elegant and stately mansions to modern, environmentally-friendly abodes, the North Shore is chock-full of one-of-a-kind homes. Each week, Patch will feature one ‘Wow House’ that...

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From elegant and stately mansions to modern, environmentally-friendly abodes, The North Shore is chock-full of one-of-a-kind homes. Each week, Patch will feature one ‘Wow House’ that...