The Lake County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Saturday that they will be announcing the addition of a new canine next week, which comes following the death of famed Canine Dax last year. The sheriff’s office said on social media Wednesday morning that “something special is on the horizon.” The social media post featured dog emojis. “In […]
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Lake County Sheriff’s Office hints at canine-related announcement following death of famed Canine Dax
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday that “exciting news” will be announced relating to a canine, which comes following the death of famed Canine Dax last year. The sheriff’s office said on social media Wednesday morning that “something special is on the horizon.” The social media post featured dog emojis. “In just a few […]
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City council honors Lake Forest police canine recently retired following medical diagnosis
The city council honored a Lake Forest police canine, described as “invaluable,” who recently retired following a medical diagnosis. The Lake Forest Police Department announced last month that Canine Chase had officially retired after years of loyal service with the agency. “Chase will trade in his badge for a ball, enjoying a peaceful retirement with […]
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Lake Forest Police Department announces retirement of canine following medical diagnosis
The Lake Forest Police Department announced the retirement of its canine officer after the seven-year-old German Shepherd, described as “invaluable,” received a medical diagnosis. The Lake Forest Police Department said Wednesday that Canine Chase was officially retiring after years of loyal service with the agency. “Chase will trade in his badge for a ball, enjoying […]
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Vernon Hills Police Department retires wellness support canine just over year after joining force
The Vernon Hills Police Department has retired its comfort canine, just over a year after it joined the force, after the village deemed the dog as “unsuitable.” The Vernon Hills Village Board passed an ordinance last week authorizing the transfer of ownership for Billie, a labrador mix. The board said that Billie had been deemed […]
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‘Impact on the community is immeasurable’: Lake County judge retires after 22 years of service
A Lake County judge, who was assigned to the detention hearing courtroom, has retired after 22 years of service with officials saying his impact on the community was “immeasurable.” Colleagues, friends and family gathered Friday to celebrate the retirement of Lake County Associate Judge Theodore S. Potkonjak. “Judge Potkonjak, we have known each other for […]
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Lake County Health Department director announces retirement after more than 30 years of working at department
The head of the Lake County Health Department has announced he will retire next month after serving the community for over 30 years, seven of which were in his current position. Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center Executive Director Mark Pfister will retire on September 3. Pfister worked at the health department and […]
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‘Great sadness’: Mundelein Police Department announces death of Titan, its first canine in decades
The Mundelein Police Department announced it was with “great sadness” that Titan, its first canine in the past half-century, has died following his retirement in 2022. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Titan, the Mundelein Police Department’s first K-9,” the department said in a statement Tuesday. Titan retired from duty […]
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‘Extremely dedicated’: Barrington Hills police chief retires after 25 years of service with department
The Barrington Hills police chief has retired after 25 years of service with the department with his predecessor calling him “extremely dedicated and hardworking.” Barrington Hills Police Chief Joseph Colditz officially retired with his last day being last Friday. Village President Brian Cecola presented Colditz with a recognition for his 25 years of service during […]