Month: December 2023

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Winged spirits, angels, busy before Christmas

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“Angels, contented with their fame in Heaven seek not the praise of men.” —Paradise Lost, John Milton Winged spirits converged around the long wooden table contemplating all that still needed to be done before Christmas Day. Angels were everywhere. And they were busy. All of the sweet treats needed to...

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Commentary International Opinion

Anti-Zionism not the same as anti-Semitism

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On correcting the “corrector”: Bela Suhayda, in his infinite wisdom, has presented us with an historical perspective which he believes is politically correct. There is, however, another historical perspective which he dares not to enunciate because he believes it is politically incorrect and hence would cause him great harm if...

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Reader’s Commentary: Defense real against Charles Coddington’s anti-Semitism

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By Bela “Bill” Suhayda Charles Coddington, in an incredibly-obtuse article to The Voice November 16 edition, dredged up hundreds of years of history to explain the meaning of anti-Semitism and how wrong we are using the term. The Chas argues semantics when Israeli babies are burned alive. Hate is hate...

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Food

Recipe of the Week: Saltine Toffee Desert

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Ingredients4 ounces saltine crackers1 cup butter1 cup dark brown sugar2 cups semisweet chocolate chips3/4 cup chopped pecans Directions1. Preheat oven to 400F.2. Line cookie sheet with saltine crackers in single layer.3. In a saucepan combine the sugar and the butter. Bring to a boil and boil for 3 minutes. Immediately...

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Poetry

Poem: Choosing A Favorite

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What is there about Christmas that you like the most?Like just an action or a period of time.But one you like repeating where you are the host.And when you start to think, the list will start to climb. You may well find a lot of favorites appear;And putting one above...

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Library Foundation fundraising gala a success

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The Santori Library was transformed into a glittering Winter wonderland of hope and charity Saturday, Dec. 2, when the Aurora Public Library Foundation was host to its annual fundraising gala. The event proved to be a resounding success, and exceeded fundraising goals and let guests with a lasting, positive, impression....

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Community

CARES Car Program resource for families

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Loaves & Fishes Community Services and DuPagePads will work together to provide donated cars to clients who lack reliable transportation. This new collaboration will strengthen the car donation program, streamline services, offer a larger support network, and provide hope by ultimately transforming the lives of the clients they serve. For...

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Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association’s December 5 luncheon

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Chromatics, Batavia High School's vocal, jazz and pop a cappella ensemble, performs at Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association's December 5 luncheon at Lincoln Inn Banquets in Batavia.

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Herb John of Aurora receives the Jean Bush award

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Herb John of Aurora, left, receives the Jean Bush award from George Groves, president, United Methodist Men, Northern Illinois Conference (NIC). John is a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.

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Sports

Oswego girls bowlers take sixth place in Joliet

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The Oswego High School varsity girls bowling team went to Town and Country Lanes in Joliet Saturday, Dec. 9 to compete in a field of 44 of the best teams across the State. Strikefest is widely regarded as the best regular-season high school girls bowling tournament of the year and,...

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High school boys basketball schedule December 14-18; results December 5-11

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Thursday, Dec. 14Upstate EightEast Aurora at Larkin, 7Elgin at Glenbard South, 7West Chicago at South Elgin, 7West Suburban SilverHinsdale Central at Oak Park-River Forest, 7Non-conferenceIMSA at Elgin Academy, 6 Friday, Dec. 15Chicago Catholic League WhiteAurora Central at Marmion, 7Montini at St. Francis, 7Providence at IC Catholic, 7St. Francis de Sales...

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Hinsdale Central girls basketball in coaching changes

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By Bobby Narang For the second time this season, School District 86 has been beset with problems regarding a basketball program. Last month, the Hinsdale South boys basketball team endured a two-plus week controversy when standout senior guard/forward Brendan Savage was surprisingly cut from the team even though he was...

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Northern Illinois competitive in men’s basketball

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By Woodrow Carroll After suffering a tough 74-71 road defeat to the Monmouth Hawks last Saturday, the Northern Illinois University men’s basketball team held a 5-4 won-loss non-conference record. With the Mid-American Conference (MAC) schedule set to start early in January 2024, the Huskies men would like to get their...

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University of Illinois Men’s College Basketball schedule November 6 through January 11

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Mon, Nov. 6vs. Eastern Illinois, W 80-52Fri, Nov. 10vs. Oakland, W 64-53Tue, Nov. 14vs. Marquette, L 71-64Fri, Nov. 17vs. Valparaiso, W 87-64Sun, Nov. 19vs. Southern, W 88-60Fri, Nov. 24vs. Western Illinois, W 84-52Sat, Dec. 2at Rutgers, W 76-58Tue, Dec. 5vs. Florida Atlantic, W 98-89Sat, Dec. 9at Tennessee, L, 86-79Sun, Dec....

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Northwestern Men’s College Basketball schedule November 6 through January 10

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Mon, Nov. 6vs. Binghamton, W 72-61Fri, Nov. 10vs. Dayton, W 71-66Tue, Nov. 14vs. Western Michigan, W 63-59Sat, Nov. 18vs. Rhode Island, W 72-61Sun, Nov. 19vs. Mississippi State, L 66-57Mon, Nov. 27vs. Northern Illinois, W 89-67Fri, Dec. 1vs. Purdue, W 92-88Sun, Dec. 10vs. Detroit Mercy, W 91-59Wed, Dec. 13, 7 p.m.,...

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