Author: Maureen Callahan
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Maureen Callahan is a writer for Hinsdale Magazine Group whose stories bring to life the rich character of the western-suburban communities she covers. From families turning personal challenges into missions to local leaders shaping tomorrow, Maureen’s reporting highlights the heart and vitality of neighborhoods readers know and love.
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Fishing for Memories
Sergeant Tommy’s Kids introduces children of military and first responders to the outdoors By Maureen Callahan Local heroes are a defining part of the fabric of... Read more.
For the time of your life, get to Greece!
By Maureen Callahan The influence of this nation has reached every corner of the earth. Greece is one of humankind’s oldest and most powerful ancient empires.... Read more.
Dwell at Home with Iconic City Foods
DwellSocial makes all your favorite city cuisine possible again, without the hassle. By Maureen Callahan Our favorite foods can transform any day into a celebration.... Read more.
A Global Company with a Local Flavor
The Western Suburb’s FlavorChem is a family business in a worldwide market By Maureen Callahan “We make flavors from A-Z,” said Eric Larson, Production... Read more.
The Sky’s the Limit
Fly with the Woodland Aero Modelers Club without ever leaving the ground By Maureen Callahan It’s a bird, it’s a plane…well, yes, it is! If you... Read more.
The Way the Cookie Crumbles
Elmhurst resident Lisa Garber bakes love into Belden Avenue Bakery BY MAUREEN CALLAHAN “I’m Italian. My love for others comes through food.” A truer statement... Read more.
SECURING THE AREA
Sergeant Robert Jacobs has served nearly three decades with the Downers Grove Police Department BY MAUREEN CALLAHAN There’s something about being from a place,... Read more.
Remembering Oakbrook Center Early Years
The mall is as much of a community builder as a place to shop by Maureen Callahan When Oakbrook Center opened in 1962, it had been specifically designed to give... Read more.
A NEW PLAYGROUND FOR ALL
Community support helps Brook Forest Elementary School reach fundraising goals BY MAUREEN CALLAHAN People love it when a plan comes together. It’s even better... Read more.
An Icy Miracle
45 years later, Jack O’Callahan remembers Team USA’s Olympic victory and one of sports’ biggest upsets By Maureen Callahan “Do you believe in miracles?!!”... Read more.