Author: Maureen Callahan

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Maureen Callahan

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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Elmhurst Issue Sept-Oct 2025, Z-Elmhurst

Scott Levin, Mayor of Elmhurst

by Maureen Callahan September 16, 2025 0

A strong community requires solid leadership. That leadership must be headed up by a great mayor. For us, that’s Scott Levin. While Levin grew up in Evanston,... Read more.

Downers Grove Issue July-Aug 2025, Z-Downers Grove

Life Under the Golden Arches

by Maureen Callahan July 3, 2025 0

JJC Family Restaurants owns and operates 19 area McDonald’s locations By Maureen Callahan “One in eight Americans have worked at McDonald’s. You might see... Read more.

Downers Grove Issue July-Aug 2025, Z-Downers Grove

The Friendly Confines

by Maureen Callahan July 3, 2025 0

Tales of a Wrigley Field groundskeeper By Maureen Callahan Ever wonder what the Friendly Confines are like long after the fans have left the ballpark? The stadium... Read more.

Hinsdale Issue July-Aug 2025, Hinsdale Magazine

Staging a Dream

by Maureen Callahan July 3, 2025 0

BAMtheatre grew from backyard players to the western suburbs’ premier youth theater By Maureen Callahan It’s not often a childhood dream becomes a reality, or... Read more.

Downers Grove Issue July-Aug 2025, Z-Downers Grove

Fishing for Memories

by Maureen Callahan July 3, 2025 0

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.

Elmhurst ADS July-Aug 2025, Elmhurst Issue July-Aug 2025, Hinsdale Issue July-Aug 2025, Hinsdale Magazine, Oak Brook, Oak Brook Issue July-Aug 2025, Z-Elmhurst

For the time of your life, get to Greece!

by Maureen Callahan July 3, 2025 0

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.

Downers Grove Issue July-Aug 2025, Elmhurst ADS July-Aug 2025, Elmhurst Issue July-Aug 2025, Hinsdale Issue July-Aug 2025, Hinsdale Magazine, Oak Brook, Oak Brook Issue July-Aug 2025, Z-Downers Grove, Z-Elmhurst

Dwell at Home with Iconic City Foods

by Maureen Callahan July 3, 2025 0

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.

Downers Grove Issue July-Aug 2025, Elmhurst ADS July-Aug 2025, Elmhurst Issue July-Aug 2025, Hinsdale Issue July-Aug 2025, Hinsdale Magazine, Oak Brook, Oak Brook Issue July-Aug 2025, Z-Downers Grove, Z-Elmhurst

A Global Company with a Local Flavor

by Maureen Callahan July 3, 2025 0

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.

Downers Grove Issue July-Aug 2025, Elmhurst ADS July-Aug 2025, Elmhurst Issue July-Aug 2025, Oak Brook, Oak Brook Issue July-Aug 2025, Z-Downers Grove, Z-Elmhurst

The Sky’s the Limit

by Maureen Callahan July 3, 2025 0

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.

Elmhurst Issue May-June 2025

The Way the Cookie Crumbles

by Maureen Callahan May 5, 2025 0

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.