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Chicago River Trash Locations: 'Hotspotting' Helps Hunt It Down

October 30, 2018

Looking for trash on the North Shore Channel.

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Friends of the Chicago River: 27 Reasons for #GivingTuesday

October 28, 2018

#GivingTuesday is an annual event geared towards supporting non-profits.

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Chicago Fishes Event a Gill-ty Pleasure

October 23, 2018

The 2nd annual free fishing event on the Chicago Riverwalk attracted hundreds of folks.

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Planet Forward Podcast: Friends Executive Director Margaret Frisbie Talks With Colin Boyle

October 18, 2018

Friends Executive Director  Margaret Frisbie talks history, pollution, swimming and the future of the Chicago River.

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Volunteers of the Year, Spirit of the River, River Champions Award Winners Honored

October 17, 2018

“The amount of passion and energy for this organization is amazing,” said Friends Executive Director Margaret Frisbie.

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Odyssey Chicago River Christening: "The River Belongs To Us All'

October 16, 2018

Friends of the Chicago River Executive Director Margaret Frisbie calls new vessel the latest way for people to get close to the river.

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Canal Shores Road Would 'Negatively Impact Critical Habitat,' Friends Tells MWRD Board

October 15, 2018

Friends urges rejection of easment through golf course.

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Tracking Project Adds Transmitters to Turtles to Measure Restoration Success: 'We're Batting 1.000'

October 04, 2018

Friends of the Chicago River has teamed with the Cook County Forest Preserves to clear turtle nesting areas; electronic devices help follow their moves. 

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Chicago Fishes Event: Come Join Us

September 27, 2018

Ever wonder about fishing? Join us for an introductory lesson at the Chicago Fishes event October 19.

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Friends Otter Society: Otterly Fun After-Work Party A Blast

September 27, 2018

Top donors enjoyed an evening river cruise: "Your support helps make things happen," said Friends Executive Director Margaret Frisbie.

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