2020-05-15

Local Groomer Talks Essential Services, Pet CPR

Friday, May 15, 2020 || By Maria Maxham/Forest Park Review || @maywoodnews It was May 6, less than a week after Gov. J.B. Pritzker allowed pet grooming services to reopen, that Jenny Gonzalez saved a dog’s life. Or, perhaps more accurately, brought a dog back to life. Gonzalez, owner of Pet Emporium LLC, 7638 Madison St., said the 14-year-old toy […]

Housing Forward Seeking Volunteers To Prepare, Donate Sack Lunches

Friday, May 15, 2020 || By Tom Holmes || @maywoodnews  As it scrambles to rapidly changing events related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the nonprofit Housing Forward, 1851 S. Ninth Ave. in Maywood, is seeking volunteers willing “to help us prepare breakfast, lunch or dinner during this month,” said Enid Johnson, the nonprofit’s volunteer and community outreach coordinator. Anyone interested should […]

County Planning To Waive Property Tax Late Fees

Friday, May 15, 2020 || By Community Editor || @maywoodnews || Featured photo: Daniel X. O’Neil/Flickr Taxpayers in Cook County could be in for a bit of relief in the coming months. On May 14, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced a proposed ordinance that would waive late fees on property tax payments. The ordinance will b presented at […]