A UFO returning to the depths of Lake Michigan after a night of exploring earth under the cover of darkness?
Neighbor message Margate Park
28 hours ago
Updated 2 hours ago
Gun shots on (off) Kenmore Ave
Anybody else hear multiple gun shots on or off Kenmore and Lawrence? Is this how the summer begins?
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Business review Lorenzo de Gregorio Photography, Chicago
11 hours ago
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Lorenzo de Gregorio Photography on Yelp
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Neighbor message Ward 48
2 days ago
Updated 14 hours ago
Boom! This morning
Anyone else hear the very loud noise this morning at around 7am? It sounded like it was coming from near Argyle and Sheridan.
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chrisfinn bornagain chicagoanAnd thats why we love living by Lake Michigan!.
Crime 900 block W. Argyle St.
28 hours ago
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Burglary
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Burglary: Unlawful entry / Apartment
900 block W. Argyle St. Comment Subscribe
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Neighbor message Margate Park
2 days ago
Loud Bang
Did anyone hear a loud bang this morning? I took my dog out at about 6:45 and just before coming in (a few minutes later) there was a loud bang. This was in the alley between Argyle and Margate. I would have dismissed it as a dumpster being dropped but when I came in, my wife thought I came back for my umbrella because she heard it and saw a flash in the window. I imagine we were not the only two who heard it as she heard it inside while showering with the bathroom window closed. I called 911 but they had not received any other calls.
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Neighbor message 60640
6 days ago
Updated 3 days ago
Dog-Friendly Apartment Needed for June 1st
Neighbours,
I'm a responsible, reliable, professional tenant looking to move into a dog-friendly studio or 1 bedroom on June 1st. I currently live in a 2 bedroom in Ravenswood and I love the area, but I would also consider moving to Edgewater, Buena Park, Uptown or Andersonville. My dog is an older, large, potty-trained and well behaved mutt (not a pit mix).
I prefer to be contacted directly by owners or building managers and not brokers. I would also consider a sublet situation if there was a possibility to renew the lease.
Please get in touch!
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Catherine Dog owner in need of apt hunting helpI'm also open to a July 1 start date.
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Domu.com. It's the best, and most frequently updated, apartment finding site. If you haven't tried it, it may be just the ticket. Best of luck!
Real estate listing 5056 N Marine Dr #D8
3 days ago
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5056 N Marine Dr #D8 for $69,000
Listed May 16, 2012 on Trulia
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Crime 800 block W. Lawrence Ave.
4 days ago
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Other offense
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Other offense: Harassment by telephone / Apartment
800 block W. Lawrence Ave. Comment Subscribe
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Building permit 5050 N. Sheridan Rd.
4 days ago
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Permit issued for easy permit process
5050 N. Sheridan Rd. Comment SubscribeREVISION FOR APPL. 100425638 TO REPLACE DOWNSPOUT IN DIAMETER OF 6" AS NEEDED AT PLUMBING DIAGRAM FO R EXISTING 12 STORY BRICK W/STONE FACADE BUILDING
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Building permit 1056 W. Foster Ave.
6 days ago
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Permit issued for electric wiring
1056 W. Foster Ave. Comment SubscribeNEW ELECTRICAL SERVICE , NEW WIRES, UP GRADE TO CODE
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4 Property transfers
6 days ago
Chicago property transfer data is updated twice a month. Here are the nearby records from the May 14 update:
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850 W. Margate Ter., unit 203 transferred ownership
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853 W. Carmen Ave., unit E sold for $184,500
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5100 N. Sheridan Rd., unit 503 transferred ownership
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5100 N. Marine Dr., unit 26B sold for $150,000
5100 N. Marine Dr.
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2 Real estate listings
May 13
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939 W Ainslie St for $299,900
Listed May 12, 2012 on Trulia
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939 W Ainslie St #1E for $299,900
Listed May 12, 2012 on Trulia
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Crime 900 block W. Margate Ter.
May 12
Updated May 12
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Robbery
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Robbery: Attempted: armed: knife/cutting instrument / Sidewalk
900 block W. Margate Ter.
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Real estate listing 929 W Margate Ter #1W
May 09
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929 W Margate Ter #1W for $389,000
Listed May 1, 2012 on Trulia
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Building permit 5034 N. Sheridan Rd.
May 09
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Permit issued for electric wiring
5034 N. Sheridan Rd. Comment SubscribeINSTALLED 18 DEPLEX RECEPTICALS, INSTALLED 15 CAN LIGHTS FIXTURES, 2FLOURESCENT FIXTURES, 2TRACK FIXTURES,TWO CEILING FANS
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Neighbor message Margate Park
May 07
Updated May 08
Local Businesses
Hello Neighbors. I'm wondering what your favorite "hole-in-the-wall" local businesses are. I'd love to hear about all types of businesses. My favorite by far is Chinese Lantern on Argyle. It's take-out or delivery only. I lived in NYC for several years and this is the BEST Chinese food I've found in Chicago that is cooked in a similar style. That lunch specials are around $5-
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thanks for the tip! Searching 2 years for a great Chinese restaurant since our friends retired.
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Kochlechel condo treasurer, Green PartyFor real NY style Chinese food go around the corner on Broadway 1/2 block North of Argyle. Sun Wah Bar-b-que was originally in New York. I would call them Hong Kong style with a touch of NY. The ducks and chickens hang in the window and their Seafood soup and...
For real NY style Chinese food go around the corner on Broadway 1/2 block North of Argyle. Sun Wah Bar-b-que was originally in New York. I would call them Hong Kong style with a touch of NY. The ducks and chickens hang in the window and their Seafood soup and Pekin duck is to die for. It is not a hole in the wall. It was but it expanded. Huge Asian crowd eating there and they have a liquor license. It is a family business. For special occasions get a whole roast pig.
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T & E Frith lived on Margate since 1986A true, hole in the wall great place for a few drinks
Ollie's Lounge
1064 W Berwyn Ave
Real estate listing 937 W Winona St
May 05
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937 W Winona St for $205,000
Listed May 4, 2012 on Trulia
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Neighbor message 60640
Mar 11
Updated May 04
cleaning person
hi there can anyone recommend a reliable cleaning person for a two bedroom/1 bath in edgewater? i'd rather it be the same individual every time rather than through a service. i have cats so pet friendly would be a plus. also, any idea on the cost would be super helpful. many thanks!
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I highly recommend The Green Maid. They use non-toxic pet-friendly products, the prices are very reasonable, and they are licensed, bonded and insured. They send a team of three and except for a couple occasions when they got lost or were running late, I've been very happy for the year + that I've been using them.
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Ursula K Cleaning Lady7736984286.. Call me.. I have great references available upon request..
We are small two people team- not a big company.Have a great time
Ursula
Crime 4800 block N. Sheridan Rd.
May 03
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Criminal damage
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Vandalism: Criminal damage to vehicle / Residence (garage)
4800 block N. Sheridan Rd. Comment Subscribe
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Neighbor message Margate Park
May 01
Updated May 02
Blood curdling scream.
At 6am this morning, my roommate and I were awoken by a female's scream that could not have been faked. I sleep like the dead, and it woke me up. It happened in the alley between Argyle and Margate Terrace just west of Marine Drive. It has been on my mind all day. I was just wondering if anyone had any input.
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pugmama artist/realtor with an opinionYes, I have input:
CALL THE DAMN POLICE!
911. Please. What if that were you out there screaming for help, and your neighbors just wondered "golly, I wonder why that poor person sounds so troubled?".
CALL. THE. POLICE.
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Seriously, I can't believe anyone would hear a woman scream and NOT call 911.
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T & E Frith lived on Margate since 1986Here's what I posted on Margate Park Block Club's yahoo group page and facebook page~
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Margate-Park-Block-Club/173144299413921
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/margateparkblockclub/
I received the following e-mail from someone I know personally who lives on Margate so I consider the information to be true and accurate.
Be careful and consider attending the Neighborhood Watch.
Teresa...Here's what I posted on Margate Park Block Club's yahoo group page and facebook page~
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Margate-Park-Block-Club/173144299413921
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/margateparkblockclub/
I received the following e-mail from someone I know personally who lives on Margate so I consider the information to be true and accurate.
Be careful and consider attending the Neighborhood Watch.
TeresaFYI. I don't have much info but, this morning around 6:05 I was walking the dog when I heard two blood curdling screams. Another walker and myself began walking up Margate to investigate. We saw a women rushing down the street saying an black man just pulled a pocket knife on her and tried to get her purse. She struggled and managed to get away. He ran toward Ainslie. He was wearing a blue jacket. She did call 911
Property transfer 939 W. Gunnison St.
May 02
Chicago property transfer data is updated twice a month. Here are the nearby records from the May 2 update:
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939 W. Gunnison St., unit 3E sold for $128,000
939 W. Gunnison St.
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Building permit 848 W. Ainslie St.
May 02
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Permit issued for electric wiring
848 W. Ainslie St. Comment SubscribeINSTALLATION OF ELECTRICAL TIMER SWITCH
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Business review Lorenzo de Gregorio Photography, Chicago
May 01
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Lorenzo de Gregorio Photography on Yelp
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Crime 4900 block N. Marine Dr.
May 01
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Theft
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Theft: From building / Other
4900 block N. Marine Dr. Comment Subscribe
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2 Building permits
Apr 29
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Permit issued for scaffolding
4880 N. Marine Dr. Comment SubscribeERECT (2) HI-LO SCAFFOLDS FROM 5-1-12 TO 5-1-13
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Permit issued for easy permit process
4880 N. Marine Dr. Comment SubscribeBRICK REBUILD 200 SQ. FT., SHELF ANGLE 52 PIECES, PARAPET REBUILD & PARAPET REBUILD 159 LN. FT.
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Neighbor event 4921 N Marine Dr.
Apr 09
Updated Apr 27
Lakefront Trail Visioning Workshop Tonight at Margate Park Fieldhouse
Mon, Apr 9, 2012 6:30 to 8:30 PM
The Active Transportation Alliance, Friends of the Parks, and Chicago Area Runners Association are hosting a Friends of the Lakefront Trail Visioning Workshop tonight at Margate Park Fieldhouse.
Come tell about your experiences using the Lakefront Trail and share your ideas for its future. Your input will help shape advocacy goals to improve the trail!
http://www.activetrans.org/event/2012-04-09t000000/friends-lakefront-trail-visioning-workshops
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Advance notice of these meetings would be greatly appreciated, especially by stakeholders who are directly impacted. Day of notices are not sufficient for most to make changes of plans, babysitting arrangements, etc. Given the fact that problems with planning activities have happened in the past, one would hope that the...
Advance notice of these meetings would be greatly appreciated, especially by stakeholders who are directly impacted. Day of notices are not sufficient for most to make changes of plans, babysitting arrangements, etc. Given the fact that problems with planning activities have happened in the past, one would hope that the sponsoring groups would be above board in gathering an appropriate audience.
No notices have been posted in my highrise, none of my neighbors have been made aware.
I find this to be a sad excuse for public awareness or advertisement of an open meeting. The day of? Please. Have some respect.
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I'm sorry for the misunderstanding. I posted the last-minute reminder for tonight's first collaborative meeting in the event that other neighbors had either forgotten about it or were unaware but able to make it last minute.
I'd recommend getting in touch with one or all of the organizations involved so that you and your neighbors can be included in the regular communications. It was a very positive and constructive meeting!
The next meeting is April 18, 6:30-8:30PM at Jackson Park Fieldhouse, 6401 S. Stony Island Ave.
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Hi again any mos a,
Noticed that Active Transportation Alliance is taking additional feedback via their website post about the meetings:
http://www.activetrans.org/blog/lcrandell/what-lakefront-trail-users-had-say-about-trail-experience
There is a space at the bottom to write comments.
2 Building permits
Apr 27
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Permit issued for scaffolding
4900 N. Marine Dr. Comment SubscribeERECT ONE ALTREX MODULAR SCAFFOLD FROM 5/01/2012 TO 05/01/2013.
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Permit issued for easy permit process
4900 N. Marine Dr. Comment SubscribeALL ELEVATIONS. REPAIR AND REPLACE 100 LINEAR FT CAULKING, TUCKPOINTING 200 SW FT 200 SW FT, REPAIR/REPLACE 200 BRICKS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS ONLY. NO STRUCTURAL WORK. ALL WORK SAME AS EXISTING.
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2 Real estate listings
Apr 26
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5100 N Marine Dr #21B for $250,000
Listed April 25, 2012 on Trulia
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5052 N Marine Dr #6A for $69,900
Listed April 25, 2012 on Trulia
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Building permit 5050 N. Sheridan Rd.
Apr 26
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Permit issued for easy permit process
5050 N. Sheridan Rd. Comment SubscribePERMIT TO COLLECT STOP WORK ORDER FEE FOR PERMIT # 100425638 ISSUED 3/16/2012.
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Neighbor message Ward 48
Apr 17
Updated Apr 25
Best Place for a Reasonably Priced Bike Tune Up?
Although I live l block away from a bike shop at Bryn Mawr and Kenmore -- its tuneups cost $90 while my bike only cost $120. I'm just looking for a basic tuneup for a Sportmart type bike that costs around $25 - $40. Suggestions would be appreciated!
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Lake Shore Bike and Tune they are located right on the Lakefront Path just South of Irving Park (right next to the second tennis courts) They have been my go-to bicycle shop for yers now. They are a little kiosk/small storefront so you might have to call ahead if the weather is on the bad. They have great customer service and prices. http://www.lakeshorebike.com/home.php
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A pro tune-up is totally worth it. Otherwise, you can wear on your BB, chain, chainring, and cassette unevenly, and completely wear those parts out. It cost me around $350 to replace all 4 about 2 years ago; it's well worth it to invest the extra money in a pro tuneup, and/or learn to do some of it yourself.
Real estate listing 4880 N Marine Dr #802
Apr 25
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4880 N Marine Dr #802 for $54,900
Listed April 24, 2012 on Trulia
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Building permit 4950 N. Marine Dr.
Apr 25
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Permit issued for scaffolding
4950 N. Marine Dr. Comment SubscribeERECT 2 SCAFFOLDS FROM 4/18/12 TO 4/18/13.
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Neighbor message 60640
Apr 23
Updated Apr 23
Is there such a thing as a comfortable hide-a-bed sofa?
We've downsized from a 5 bedroom SFH to a two bedroom apartment. I need the second bedroom to serve two functions, home office/den and guest bedroom. I'm hoping that sofa hide-a-beds have evolved and that there may be a certain kind or brand that stands out as really good. Anybody have experience (as either an owner or as a guest) enough to make a recommendation or to note things I should consider or be aware or before I make a purchase? Thank you for any insights you can offer!
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Bradley 11 Year Buena Park resident
You might also want to consider a wall bed. Mom has one which looks like a nice wall cabinet/bookcase and it's much easier to maneuver than a sofa sleeper.
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SBloom architect, toddler wrangler, 23 years north side
A Murphy Bed (wall bed) is the best solution. You get to use an actual mattress mounted to a panel. The whole assembly tilts up vertically and disappears. I have designed several for clients. And have slept on a few of them as well.
Media mention Multiple locations
Apr 22
Monday: Eat. Drink. Do.
Big Chicks, 5024 N. Sheridan Road 773-728-5511
This article has 5 other Chicago locations (Show)Sola, 3868 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-327-3868
Beauty Bar, 1444 W. Chicago Ave. 312-226-8828
The Annoyance Theatre, 4830 N. Broadway 773-561-4665
Broadway Playhouse, 175 E. Chestnut St. 800-775-2000
"Sixty Miles to Silver Lake" opens Monday at Collaboraction (1575 N. Milwaukee Ave. #336). Tickets: collaboraction.org.
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http://tunein.com/tuner/?StationId=131307 Listening live. "Four black male shooters, all in white tees/dark jeans shooting in middle of Lawrence" "bullet went through window of apartment on Sheridan" "casings in the middle of Lawrence"
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I'm sure the gang bangers are simply protesting NATO.