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Shift in salting strategies

Friday, January 31, 2014 :: As the Village continues to respond to the season’s record-breaking number of snowstorms, salt supplies are being used at a much faster pace and crews must change their strategy for treating roadways.

Snow parking rules in effect Saturday

Friday, January 31, 2014 :: With weather forecasters anticipating heavy snowfall overnight and into Saturday, Oak Park's snow emergency parking plan is in effect from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sat. Feb. 1.

Meetings canceled; parking to close early

Monday, January 27, 2014 :: Due to the extreme temperatures predicted, all meetings scheduled to be held at Village Hall, 123 Madison St., have been canceled for tonight, including the Village Board meeting.

New HR director named

Friday, January 24, 2014 :: A seasoned professional with more than 15-years of hands-on experience in mediation, recruitment, employee benefits and staff training has been named Human Resources Director for the municipal government of the Village of Oak Park.

2013 crime rate at record low

Wednesday, January 22, 2014 :: Oak Park’s 2013 crime rate was the second lowest in the last 41 years, according to data compiled under the state's Uniform Crime Reporting Index released this week by the Police Department. Thefts and burglaries represented nearly 90 percent of all 2013 crime.

Attempted murder charges filed

Wednesday, January 15, 2014 :: Attempted murder charges have been filed against a man for allegedly beating an Oak Park male acquaintance with a hammer during an argument late Monday night in the 400 block of South Maple Avenue.

Helmets required for kids and teens

Tuesday, January 14, 2014 :: Bicyclists under age 17 are required to wear a helmet, but enforcement focuses on education rather than punishment.

Drivers: Hand-held cell calling prohibited

Tuesday, January 7, 2014 :: Unless you are using a hands-free device, talking on a cell phone while driving now is illegal in Illinois. Effective Jan. 1, police can stop and ticket drivers using a hand-held cell phone anywhere in the state.

Help dig out fire hydrants

Sunday, January 5, 2014 :: With heavy, drifting snow here and record low temperatures on the way, Village officials are urging residents to help ensure firefighters have access to hydrants in an emergency.

Concealed-carry law goes into effect

Monday, December 30, 2013 :: With limited exceptions, carrying a concealed firearm is prohibited in public buildings and gatherings, including schools, parks, playgrounds and government buildings such as Village Hall.

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