Penny Hawthorne
Former Digital Intern
Stories by Penny Hawthorne
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Looking for love? Here are six dating tips from a Chicago matchmaker
Do: Come up with a list of what you’re looking for in a partner. Don’t: Be afraid to date someone who doesn’t check every box.
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This Hanukkah, handmade challah with a Mexican twist will enrich your table
Meet the women behind Masa Madre, an artisanal bakery in Pilsen that braids Mexican ingredients into traditional Jewish pastries.
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In a new podcast, Oprah’s health adviser draws the connection between mind and body
Deepak Chopra’s “Mind Body Zone: Living Outside the Box” offers insights into how mental health impacts physical health.
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Meet Ruby Ferguson, Chicago’s New Leader In Food Equity
Tasked with tackling food insecurity in the city, Ferguson has a lot on her plate. She joined Reset to discuss her new role.
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‘Where Will They Go?’: Afghans Fleeing The Taliban Could Find Refuge In Chicago
Families have already started to arrive in the U.S. Now, local agencies like RefugeeOne will help them build a new life.
