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Once upon a moon walk: 50 years since Armstrong took the 'giant leap for mankind'
Kimberly Albrecht talks "moon walk" in her June 2019 column.
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Additional parking coming to Metra station in Barrington, including premium spots and increased fees
Barrington officials have worked to add 67 more parking spaces at the Metra station’s north commuter lot.
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2 newcomers to Barrington Village Board help create female majority
With two new trustees sworn in May 20, 2019 to the Barrington Village Board, an all-female majority was created.
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Column: 'The Unbreakables' features story of a woman betrayed
In this week's Love Essentially, Jackie Pilossoph talks to Lisa Barr, the writer of "The Unbreakables."
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Computer part malfunction at South Barrington water treatment facility posed no service, health issues: Officials
South Barrington officials said June 13, 2019, a breakdown at the village’s water treatment plant posed no public health hazard.
Shout Out: Dawn Kempf, sales and marketing leader who's had the same boss for 22 years
On June 12, 2019, Dawn Kempf talked about being vice president of The Garlands, a continuing care retirement community in Barrington.
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Softball notes: Division I recruits help Barrington extend regional success
The Fillies have won a regional championship in each of the last 18 seasons.
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Column: Take a trip through historical Oak Park at Cheney Mansion event
Cheney Mansion in Oak Park is a historical gem and an upcoming event at the landmark home hopes to take visitors on a trip back in time.
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Pioneer Press awarded 10 Illinois Press Association awards, 2 Lisagors
Pioneer Press reporters were recently honored with awards from two journalism associations.
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Column: Summer is here. You better enjoy it while it lasts.
Summer has finally arrived and with it the seasonal traditions that make this a time to enjoy.
Wauconda resident Barb Lauro talked on June 5, 2019 about being a teacher at Barrington Park District .
Hoffman Estates police officer dies in motorcycle v. van collision in South Barrington
A 49-year-old Bartlett man on a motorcycle was killed June 3, 2019 in South Barrington after being struck by a van on Route 59.
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Column: Oak Park resident's research into Chicago and the Mafia on display during upcoming gangster tour
Oak Park resident John Binder's research into the Mafia will be on display during his “Chicago Prohibition Gangster Tour."
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Barrington High School class of 2019 praised for accomplishments, urged to 'earn your way through life' and take risks
The class of 2019 commencement for Barrington High School was May 31, 2019 at Willow Creek Church.
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Barrrington Fire Departmant gets public health 'Excellence' award after nomination by school district
Barrington School District 220 nominated the village's fire department for an Ill. Dept. of Public Health award. It was presented May 21, 2019.
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Painful PKs: Barrington loses heartbreaker in 3A girls soccer state final
The Fillies fell 1-0 in penalty kicks despite not giving up a shot on goal during regulation or overtime.
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Barrington looks to take next step after back-to-back trips to state
The Broncos reached the state quarterfinals for the second consecutive season but did not advance to the final four.
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Barrington High School seniors return to their K-5 campuses for parting 'walks'
Barrington High School students returned May 28-29, 2019, to their elementary schools for the annual Senior Walks.
![Barrington Village Manager Lawler retires after 44 years with the village, replacement is former Buffalo Grove finance chief](https://www.chicagotribune.com/resizer/sLs2H-GSjQH4XCd-_ker8orgXx4=/400x225/filters:format(jpg):quality(70)/arc-anglerfish-arc2-sandbox-sandbox-tronc.s3.amazonaws.com/public/EDBQWRJLLNB4NBVJGEFKEEGXG4.jpg)
Barrington Village Manager Lawler retires after 44 years with the village, replacement is former Buffalo Grove finance chief
Jeff Lawler retired from as Barrington village manager May 31, 2019 after 44 years working for the municipality. Scott Anderson from Buffalo Grove takes over.
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Barrington Dance Ensemble brings 'Sleeping Beauty' back to the stage
Barrington Dance Ensemble's "Sleeping Beauty" will be performed June 14 and 15 at Barrington High School.
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School leaders recount 'impressive' strides made by Stevenson High School Class of 2019
Stevenson High School held its class of 2019 commencement May 24, 2019, at Sears Arena in Hoffman Estates.
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Barrington rolls into 3A state semis, where New Trier awaits
Barrington has cruised all season but will face a resilient New Trier team on Friday in Naperville.
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Column: Yes, you're an adult, but no, don't stop playing
In this week's Love Essentially, Jackie Pilossoph discusses the importance of play, even for adults.
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Shout Out: Doug McConnell, who organized a swim fundraiser for ALS research
Shout Out with Doug McConnell, 61, who has organized a swim fundraiser scheduled for June 2, 2019, to benefit the fight against Lou Gehrig's Disease.
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Barrington Memorial Day Parade had an 'electric feeling'
Barrington held its Memorial Day Parade May 27, 2019, in the village and had a solemn ceremony at different cemeteries, including Evergreen Cemetery.
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Summer in Barrington to include festivals, cultural events and a community reading goal benefitting local food pantries
Memorial Day weekend May 25-27, 2019 kicks off summer in Barrington. The Park District, library and Barrington's White House have programs planned
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Boys track notes: Hersey's Josh Methner wins 3,200 at 3A state meet
Athletes from Hersey, Prospect, Rolling Meadows and St. Viator earned points in Charleston.
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Barrington SD220 board 'ready to go again' for another referendum after $185M one failed in April
Members of the Barrington School District 220 Board of Education analyzed during the May 21, 2019 meeting what happened with the failed referendum in April.
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Barrington DL Lukas VanNess adds offers from nation's most prestigious schools
Lukas VanNess has offers to play college football at all three U.S. military service academies. He's also being recruited by most Ivy League schools.