DUBÁI, Emiratos Árabes Unidos (AP) — Presidente de Irán dice que autoridades escucharán a manifestantes, pero alborotadores intentan “destruir la sociedad.” … [Read more...] about Presidente de Irán dice que autoridades escucharán a manifestantes, pero alborotadores intentan “destruir la sociedad”
Aurora considering loan program for sustainable upgrades to commercial buildings
Aurora is considering creating a lending program, to be run by a state agency, that would offer loans towards sustainability upgrades to commercial properties. The proposal, as heard by a committee of the Aurora City Council on Tuesday, would allow the city to participate in the Illinois Finance Authority’s Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy financing program, commonly … [Read more...] about Aurora considering loan program for sustainable upgrades to commercial buildings
Give an old, tangled shrub a new start
Sometimes a shrub needs a chance to make a fresh start. “An older bush can get so tangled and overgrown that you might think it’s beyond pruning,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge specialist in the Plant Clinic at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle. “What it often needs is a particular pruning technique called rejuvenation.” To rejuvenate a shrub, cut all the stems back to within … [Read more...] about Give an old, tangled shrub a new start
Neighbor opposes removing old oak trees to connect Crete forest preserve trails
The proposed course for a trail meant to connect Will County Forest Preserve District properties in rural Crete will require the removal of multiple oak trees that could be centuries old. Keith Nowakowski, an advocate for the protection of native plants who lives near the property, said he was horrified when he saw which trees had been marked for removal. “I was really appalled … [Read more...] about Neighbor opposes removing old oak trees to connect Crete forest preserve trails
Drew Commesso gets his 1st NHL victory with a 37-save shutout as Chicago Blackhawks win 4th in 5 games
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Drew Commesso made 37 saves for his first NHL shutout and victory, Connor Bedard set up the first two goals and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Nashville Predators 3-0 on Saturday night. Called up from Rockford of the American Hockey League on Friday with Spencer Knight and Arvid Söderblom fighting illnesses, Commesso made his first start of the season that … [Read more...] about Drew Commesso gets his 1st NHL victory with a 37-save shutout as Chicago Blackhawks win 4th in 5 games