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Park Ridge Police Department to Offer Defensive Driving Course for Seniors
Park Ridge Police will be hosting the AARP Defensive Driving Course for motorists ages 50 and up... Read All

Public Works Winter Update
Public Works reports on salting streets, water main breaks, and potholes.... Read All

Jan 23, 2014 EXTREME COLD WEATHER ALERT
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Jan 23, 2014 Take Extra Precautions As Temperatures Fall Below Freezing
Subfreezing temperatures can be dangerous and even life-threatening for people who don't take the proper precautions.... Read All

Jan 23, 2014 State Health Department Warns Residents About Hypothermia and Frostbite Risk as Cold Grips the State
State Health Department Warns Residents About Hypothermia and Frostbite Risk as Cold Grips the State “With more arctic weather forecasted for Illinois, it is important to recognize the signs of hypothermia and frostbite, how to treat these conditions and what you can do to avoid them,” said Dr. Hasbrouck. “Everyone should take precautions against hypothermia, but infants and the elderly are particularly at risk and should be monitored closely.” ... Read All

Jan 23, 2014 List of Warming Shelters if Needed
The Department of Homeland Security amd Emergency Management made us aware of the following warming shelters in the event there is a need. In order to prevent the unfortunate circumstance of someone in need of emergency assistance being unable to access a warming center, residents should always try to call or contact the centers before trying to gain entry to determine if they are in fact open.... Read All

Jan 17, 2014 Mayor Schmidt Supports NW Chicago Aldermen's Resolution for Aircraft Noise Mitigation
Mayor Schmidt released a letter today to Chicago's NW side Aldermen expressing Park Ridge's support for aircraft noise mitigation. ... Download Document

Park Ridge Police Will Hold a PACT Area One Beat Meeting
The Park Ridge Police Department will host the fourth PACT Area One Town Hall Meeting on January 28, 2014... Read All

Park Ridge Youth Commission Annual Dodge Ball Tournament
Please bring your friends and family to this awesome event! See the attached flyer for event information.​... Read All

Jan 13, 2014 Volunteers Sought to Serve on City Boards and Commissions
Currently, the City is seeking volunteers to serve on the following Boards and Commissions. ... Read All

Christmas Tree Recycling being done this week
The City will collect Christmas trees for recycling, the week of January 13, 2014 on your regular garbage day. Trees for recycling should be placed curbside.... Read All

We’re saving you a seat at the Chief’s Roundtable!
The Park Ridge Police Department will be hosting a Chief’s Roundtable discussion to serve as a useful tool in staying connected with the community... Read All

Cook County is Seeking Residents’ Input on Hazard Mitigation Planning Survey
The Cook County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management has created a survey that is available to all county residents. ... Read All

The Fire Department Encourages Residents To Adopt A Hydrant
After so many heavy snow storms, the Fire Department encourages residents to “Adopt a Hydrant” near your home. ... Read All

How to notify ComEd of power outages
ComEd encourages customers to notify them as quickly as possible if experiencing a power outage. Text OUT to 26633 or call 1-800-EDISON-1. ... Read All

Recycling of Christmas trees postponed until week of January 13
Due to the extreme weather, the collection of trees for chipping will be delayed until the week of January 13.... Read All

Refuse & Recycling Collection delayed due to weather
Due to the extreme weather, ARC Disposal will not be collecting on Monday, January 6. Collection will resume on Tuesday, with collections being delayed by one day.... Read All

Jan 03, 2014 Park Ridge Urges Residents to be Prepared for Record Breaking Low Temperatures
Be prepared for extremely low temperatures expected over the next few days. Call the Police Dept. at 847/318-5252 with any weather related issues. ... Read All

Refuse & Recycling on Holiday Schedule
Due to the holiday, refuse and recycling normally collected on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday of this week will be delayed by one day.... Read All

Park Ridge and Rosemont Police K-9 and Resident Arrest Residential Burglars
On December 11, 2013, a resident in the 1100 block of Granville called Park Ridge Police to report two suspicious men walking near a neighbor’s house.... Read All

Support and Remember Your Law Enforcement Officers This Holiday Season
Concerns of Police Survivors is encouraging law enforcement families and friends to decorate in blue lights for the coming holiday season... Read All

Police Officer Receives Cook County Sheriff’s Police Award of Valor
The Park Ridge Police Department is pleased to announce that Officer Robert Evans recently received the Cook County Sheriff’s Police Award of Valor... Read All

Police Will Be Out Doing Extra DUI Patrols This Holiday Season
The Park Ridge Police Department announced its plans for the Holiday season DUI enforcement patrols which focus on both drunk and unbuckled drivers... Read All

Recycle styrofoam blocks at the Public Works Service Center
GoGreen Park Ridge is sponsoring the recycling of white styrofoam blocks from December 18-January 8 at the Service Center, 7AM - 3PM.... Read All

Take Extra Precautions as Temperatures Drop Below Freezing
Dangerously low temperatures are in the forecast and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) wants individuals and families to be safe when faced with the hazards of cold temperatures. ... Read All