29 Nov 1998
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1998
Page
1
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The Metropolitan Enforcement Group of Cook County faces possible collapse without a $2 million state boost at the Dec 4 veto session. Lynwood Police Chief David Palmer, MEG chair, says MEG fights street level drug dealers and engages 23 units across Illinois, covering Chicago and 100+ suburbs. Communities cut funding or send fewer personnel, shifting to federal for forfeiture money, leaving MEG under strain despite strong local tips and sting operations.
Matteson celebrates its seventh annual Holiday Festival at the Matteson Community Center. The event features a Christmas tree lighting, candle-lighting, Santa photos, caroling, storytelling, arts and crafts, and diverse entertainment including The Chansonettes, Those Funny Little People, and Amigos Quintos. Village President Stricker will greet attendees. food showcases highlight ethnic cuisines. The evening begins at 7 p.m. with caroling led by Rev. Todd Eckblad.
Police warn of increased traffic around malls as the holiday shopping rush begins. Chicago Ridge and Orland Park leaders plan traffic direction, trolley service, and valet parking at Orland Square Mall to ease congestion. Calumet City, Matteson, and Ozark also monitor mall traffic amid rising road rage concerns.
In Orland Park Zany Brainy markets Hugs and Snugs dolls that help children learn social skills and language. Dolls range from $2 to $190 with high tech versions costing about 35. Lee Middleton dolls sit in glass at J.C. Penney Lincoln Mall. Jan Nemeth notes strong demand last year with adults buying half of $120 dolls, while Oprah Winfrey praised them on TV.
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