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First Look At New Summerdale Restaurant, Opens Tonight
We were invited last night to try out new Summerdale restaurant before it officially opens tonight. Local restaurateur Marty Fosse and neighborhood design aficionado Thom Greene have brought together a space that celebrates all things local. From a down-to-earth menu to the hyper-local images of historic Edgewater on the wall. The spacious bar lit up by classic...
Andersonville Celebrates Four Retail Shops Accomplishments This Weekend
Andersonville is getting pretty well known for everything it has to offer. Recently we did an article on the neighborhood being in US News’ “10 Best” shopping destinations in Chicago. The article praised Andersonville for its passion for everything local. Today, Alderman Harry Osterman put out an email about special weekend events celebrating four of our...
Martinis For Mutts & Yappy Hour, Support Famous Fido This Weekend
Did you know that Andersonville has its very own dog rescue? They have been in the Edgeville for many years and have found residents some of our best friends. Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption is always in need of your help to continue their mission and here are two great ways to support their cause...
Residents Support Whole Foods Liquor License, Reps Unveil Plans
At a meeting last night, Whole Foods big wigs including Regional Vice President David Schwartz, spoke with Edgewater residents about their plans for the store and to seek approval for a liquor license to sell and serve alcohol. Mr. Schwartz spoke about their passion for beer and wine and promised to include many local brands....
Heartland Healthcare Opens State-of-the-Art Center On Devon
After a year of construction, Heartland Healthcare has finally opened the doors to its new home at 1300 West Devon on Monday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Funded by a $3 million competitive State of IL grant process meant to place new resources in Illinois’ most medically neglected communities. The 9,000 sq. ft. center opened with many...
Whole Foods To Present New Edgewater Store Plans, Seeks Liquor License
Construction of the new Whole Foods at 6009 N. Broadway has been in full swing. With a vastly different interior layout than the previous Dominick’s grocery store, the opening of the new Edgewater store is not expected until sometime in 2015. With much anticipation, many residents have been looking forward to an update on...
Chicago Grind Cafe Opens Monday, Offers Broadway New ‘Local’ Option
Local business owner Jim Dababneh decided to put himself to the test. With a very successful local business (Pizzeria Aroma) already scoring big in the neighborhood and many loyal fans, Jim was looking for another professional challenge. When he found the opportunity to take over the space previously occupied by Coffee Chicago at 5256 N. Broadway, he...
Restaurateur Marty Fosse Opening New Andersonville Eatery – Summerdale
There is a new restaurant opening as soon as early October at 5413 N. Clark in Andersonville. The space has been plagued by short-lived eateries in the past including the old Ole Ole, Marigold and Bull Horns Taco Bar. The owners of Marigold, Jim Dragatsis and Sandeep Malhotra, still lease the space and were looking...
Big Weekend In Our Community, Fall Art Fair and Edgewater 5K Run/Walk
This weekend is an incredible weekend to be in Edgewater. After months of planning, we anticipate two big events in the neighborhood. First, the Fall Arts Fair gets the weekend off right this Saturday and Sunday. Celebrating their second year, Edgewater Artists in Motion are anticipating a great turn out. Located on Granville between Broadway and Kenmore,...
Man Arrested for 48th Ward Burglary, May Be Charged With Setting Area Fires
Daniel Grunauer of the 900 block of West Ainslie was arrested by police after a series of fires in the 48th Ward were investigated by area detectives. Mr Grunauer originally denied the charges but after presented with conclusive evidence, he admitted to the burglary and the fire is still being investigated at 5009 N....
Andersonville In “Best 10″ Chicago Shopping Destinations By USA Today
Andersonville’s shopping destinations deserve the respect. The passion for keeping it local is abounds on this Clark Street corridor. Few chains exist here and that helps bring the flavor that is all its own. Now USA Today names it in the “Best 10″ Chicago Shopping Areas and showcases some favorites such as Brimfield, Scout...
Smoking Bans Expand To Chicago Parks And Harbors
Following the lead of such cities as New York and Boston, Chicago now will permanently place smoking bans in city parks and harbors. The Chicago Park District Board of Commissioners unanimously voted Wednesday, Sept. 11 to the measure that takes place immediately. Previously, it was only banned at playgrounds, beaches and Park District buildings, but now...
Local Artist John Kearney Dies But Leaves a Sculptural Legacy
He was a man that many people adored even though they had never met him. His sculptures lit up neighborhoods and made people smile. Now his beautiful talent has been taken away from future creations but will live on in the many sculptural pieces that dot Chicagoland and beyond. Sadly, one month ago today...
Auctioned Carson’s Ribs and 5757 Ridge Properties Remain In Limbo
There were two auctions on very high profile Edgewater properties earlier this summer. Each auction had its own set of issues and the properties remain in limbo as no final sale has been confirmed. Now the community is asking questions as to what the future holds. The Carson’s Ribs property at 5970 N. Ridge Ave. (between Clark and Paulina),...
Drowning At Foster Beach Sunday, Life Guards Off Duty Starting Today
A 49-year-old Chicago man went into the water around the 5200 block of Simonds Drive near Foster Beach. The person swam about 25 feet from shore when witnesses saw him in distress. They called 911 but the man disappeared from sight. When emergency vehicles got to the beach around 8:30 a.m. they were able to...
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