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CHICAGO

The Wall Street Journal reports that real-estate advertising has dropped 24.4% as more realtors and consumers look to the internet for information.

EDGEWATER, UPTOWN, ROGERS PARK

Good news for commuters, the Montrose L stop is about to reopen.

New to the Andersonville area is the Andersonville Galleria, an artists' mall in the former Wickstrom's Deli at 5247 Clark.

Sunday, December 16th - 4:00 - 5:00 PM Father Grassi of St. Gertrude's will sign copies of his book "Bumping into God in the Kitchen".

CARE FOR REAL

There are a number of opportunities to help Care for Real this holiday season. Care for Real is also looking for donations of food, unwrapped new gifts for children and warm clothing.

Have you visited the new Pepitone's Restaurant? It's a beautiful restaurant with a varied menu. 5437 N. Broadway. 773.293.3730.

Edgewater Chamber of Commerce Awards

Green Business of the Year: Tru Nature Fodds

New Business of the Year: Urbanimal

New Restaurant of the Year: Pepitones

Storefront of the Year: Salon Echo Spa

Beautification/Developement of the year: Senn High School

NORTH SHORE

Average home sales rose in most North Suburban towns in October compared to the year before. Prices rose about 4% in Wilmette to 20% in Glencoe and Kenilworth.