On Thursday, November 21st, Mayor Domingo Vargas officially opened three streets that underwent major reconstruction; Grunewald Street, Orchard Street and Collins Street, from Western Avenue to Greenwood Avenue. The ribbon cutting event Took place at the corner of Western Avenue and Orchard Street City Officials in attendance included Mayor Vargas, City Clerk Randy Heuser, City Treasurer Carmine Bilotto, Aldermen Candace …

Many of you know about the recent tragedy that hit Illinois. Several tornadoes touched down in many towns in Illinois that ruined thousands of people’s homes, lives, families and left many people with nothing. We would like to ease the burden these victims have endured please help us: What: A Local Drive for tornado victims When: SUNDAY NOVEMBER 24, 2013 …

The National Fire Prevention Association, Fire Prevention week (10/6-10/12) theme was Prevent Kitchen Fires. The Blue Island Fire Department held a poster contest with Blue Island Grade Schools and the winners were K-3rd, Miguelangel Mercado, Paul Revere school; and 4th & 5th, Genevieve Healy, Paul Revere Intermediate. Both students were awarded a certificate from Mayor Vargas, Chief Luety, Deputy Chief Klinker and Alderman …

When: Saturday, November 9th, 7:30 pm Where: Rock Island Public House, 13328 Olde Western Avenue Following the success of Blue Island has Talent show last year; the Blue Island Arts Alliance is bringing it back! This year, it’s happening at the Rock Island Public House (RIPH)! If you haven’t already been to RIPH, this is a great chance to check …

“Savvy Shopping with Claire Boone, Founder of mummydeals.org Saturday, November 9th at 2:00pm Blue Island Public Library A mom, homemaker, blogger, TV/radio guest, newspaper columnists, frequent savvy shopper and money saver! Don’t even think about shopping for Thanksgiving until you hear Claire! Ticketed Event. Free tickets while they last at the Library ………………………… Music for a Sunday Afternoon Concert Sunday, …