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Officials respond to coronavirus threat
Monday, March 9, 2020  ::   As concern over the spread of coronavirus grows, Oak Park Public Health officials are working closely with the state and federal officials who are managing a coordinated response.
Lake Street renewal project underway
Tuesday, March 3, 2020  ::   After years of planning and preparation, a project to reconstruct, restore and renew Lake Street from Harlem Avenue to Austin Boulevard is underway.
Early voting offered at Village Hall
Tuesday, February 25, 2020  ::   Suburban Cook County voters can cast an early ballot for the March 17, 2020 General Primary Election from March 2 – 16 at Village Hall, 123 Madison St. Special social distancing guidelines are in place. Village Hall is not a polling place on Election Day.
Snow may restrict on-street parking
Tuesday, February 25, 2020  ::   A two-inch snowfall can trigger parking restrictions that prohibit parking on major streets. To find out when snow-related parking restrictions are in effect, call 708.358.7669 for a recorded message. In the meantime, be sure to reduce speed and drive carefully in poor weather conditions.
Police release 2019 crime statistics
Wednesday, February 19, 2020  ::   Oak Park Police investigated 78 more crimes in 2019 than in 2018, nudging the overall crime rate up about 5 percent, according to data compiled by the Police Department for the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program that studies patterns and trends over time.
Officials celebrate new development
Monday, February 10, 2020  ::   Ground was officially broken Feb. 10 at 801 S. Oak Park Ave. for a mixed‐use transit‐oriented development that will provide 37 high-quality affordable apartments and approximately 1,000 square feet of commercial space.
Heart disease risk in spotlight all February
Monday, February 3, 2020  ::   Oak Park public health officials are encouraging residents to learn about the leading cause of death for both men and women as part of American Heart Month this February. Eating healthy and staying active are among the recommended ways to prevent the disease.
Village embraces use of electric vehicles
Tuesday, January 28, 2020  ::   By adding electric vehicles to its municipal fleet and expanding the number of public charging stations, Oak Park is bolstering its reputation as a green community known for its commitment to environmental sustainability.
Cervical cancer prevention urged
Friday, January 17, 2020  ::   January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and the Oak Park Public Health Department is recognizing the occasion by reminding residents of the many steps that can be taken to prevent cervical cancer.
Make way for winter tree pruning
Tuesday, January 14, 2020  ::   If you spot tree trimming crews out and about in Oak Park this winter, don't fret - they are following a carefully planned schedule to ensure the long-term health of the village's tree canopy.

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