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Trax makes its way to new, healthy menu
Trax Tavern and Grill in Deerfield has brand-new, healthier menu items. Robert Cohn, general manager of the restaurant, said that he began looking at healthier choices after talking to customers. “We are very customer-oriented,” Cohn said. “I talked to the parents about it, and they …
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Jewel-Osco parent to cut 800 jobs; 20 in Itasca
Jewel-Osco is cutting 20 positions at its Itasca headquarters as part of a companywide restructuring by parent company Supervalu that will eliminate 800 jobs, the grocer said Tuesday.
Oak Forest bank branch set to close
PNC Bank will close Oak Forest location in April, move customer accounts to Tinley branch.
Tellabs cutting 530 jobs
Tellabs is cutting 530 jobs in a companywide restructuring, citing “a climate of economic uncertainty” for the Naperville-based telecommunications equipment maker. An unknown number will be cut at Tellabs’ research and development center in Naperville.
Abbott plans to lay off 700 workers
Abbott Laboratories announced plans Wednesday to lay off 700 employees, most of them in the Chicago area.
Report: Illinois teen employment at lowest rate
Teen employment has continued to plummet in Illinois, according to a new report from Northeastern University. The rate dived to 27.5 percent in 2011, the lowest teen employment rate in the 42 years for which data is available. It is down from just under 50 percent in 1999-2000 and from 36 percent in 2007.
‘Super Tailgate Party’ at the Grand on Feb. 4
Get into the spirit of the Super Bowl with a “Super Tailgate Party” at the Grand Food Center’s Winnetka store on Green Bay Road from noon- 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4.
Shoppers will be treated to hearty samples of tailgating fare, along with tastes …
Valentine photographs at leoleno
leoleno in Winnekta will hold a Valentine photographic portrait event Jan. 28. Parents may bring their children for a complimentary portrait sitting and for only $65, a unique black and white archival 5 X 7 piece just in time for a Valentine’s Day treasure.
Rebecca …
Kraft to slash 1,600 jobs but add positions here
The Chicago area is expected to gain jobs from Kraft Foods’ restructuring announced Tuesday. Employees at a Glenview management center will stay in the Chicago area, as well as employees from plants that will close in New York and New Jersey.
Lincoln MKZ Concept sports split-wing grille
Lincoln rolled out the MKZ concept sedan at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, signaling the luxury automaker’s reinvention.
Buick unveils 2013 Encore
Buick introduced a 2013 Encore luxury crossover during the North American International Auto Show press days in Detroit.
Chevrolet shows off 2 hot concept coupes
Chevrolet introduced two hot concept coupes at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit targeting next-generation buyers.
Ford unveils redesigned Fusion
Ford Motor Co. says the 2013 Fusion offers buyers seven must-have technologies, including a Lane Keeping System, adaptive cruise control, active park assist and MyFord Touch.
Koenig and Strey’s Listing Leaders
Eileen Campbell was the sales leader for the Winnetka office of Koenig and Strey Real living while impressive sales were also achieved by Sherry Molitor, and Joe Nash. Carol Grant and Muggsy Jacoby were the listing leaders of the month.
Koenig & Strey Real Living’s …
Sushi at Walgreens? New State Street store offers urban format
Walgreen Co. is showing off just how high-end it can go with its new urban format store at State and Randolph, featuring a fresh-daily sushi bar, ready-to-go packaged fruits and meals, a barista serving coffee, an eyebrow-shaping service and more.
