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Newspaper
Forest Park World
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1977
Page
6
A Riveredge Hospital study in four high schools including Oak Park River Forest High School finds 20 percent of randomly sampled students labeled as problem drinkers. The World Sunday reports concern over adolescent alcohol abuse and the need for intervention programs.
OPRFHS joined four of 35 area schools in a professional study highlighting alarming teen drinking statistics. Oak Park officials and groups discuss action, with possible intergovernmental cooperation on prevention and treatment, including peer counseling and family involvement.
Oak Park Township weighs salary increases for elected officials in a town fund budget raising potential 6 to 7 percent per 100 of assessed value for homeowners. The supervisor could rise from 15 500 to 20 000, auditors may not deserve raises. Public input invited at 7 30 p m March 22 at the old village hall 655 Lake St Oak Park.
The Forest Park Fire Department seeks six new firefighter paramedics to reach ten certified paramedics total and operate two life support ambulances. The plan includes Advanced EMT training, radio telemetry, cardiac monitor, defibrillator, and a dedicated paramedic rescue squad to improve response times and patient outcomes.
A longtime Oak Park resident refutes opposition charges, praising village leadership, accessibility, and community programs. The letter emphasizes responsive officials, strong emergency services, and citizen involvement, urging support for April 5 election. Catherine Barker also contests proposed limits on selling houseplants at the Farmer's Market, arguing it harms consumers and local vendors.
The newspaper invites signed reader letters and will publish them with possible edits for space and clarity. Address letters to News Journal World 6905 W. North Ave Oak Park IL 60302. Libelous or inaccurate letters will not be accepted for publication.
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