Tenant Vigilance in West Rogers Park

All of the tenants in my building came home to find a letter from our property mananger at Hallmark and Johnson, alerting us that there have been incidents of vandalism lately on our co - op buildings. Apparently, tenants have been calling Branko (our building manager) instead of law enforcement whenever they witness criminal property damage. A city park across the street attracts not only kids who just want to have fun in the playground but, also, gangbangers with the intent to cause trouble.

Jackie

Market I Frequent a Target of Attempted Robbery

Devon Market, 1440 W. Devon, a supermarket where I purchase a large portion of my groceries, was a target of a robbery attempt this past weekend. The incident occurred at 11:00 p.m. Sunday. A store clerk sustained injuries after he was beaten with a tire iron by two offenders.

As I stated earlier, I am a regular customer of this always - busy grocer which I consider an oasis for cost - concious consumers who shun the over - priced items at large grocery chains. I am confident that the owner(s) will not leave the neighborhood because of this incident; but it is unsavory characters like these who make the area an unfavorable location for new businesses. A poor economy is not a valid excuse for criminal behavior.

Jackie

Get Your Quarters Ready!

Get Your Quarters Ready!

At 6221 N. Broadway , the location of ALDI's new Edgewater store, I saw workmen installing the sign bearing the familiar ALDI logo. The interior - with the grocery chain's signature minimalist style - also is beginning to take shape.

Jackie