PUBLISHER'S NOTE

Welcome & Be Local

Dolly McCarthy, Publisher

Whether you have moved from the next town over or from overseas, settling into a new area can be both exciting and overwhelming. Within the first few months, you will likely be establishing new routines, getting to know local hotspots, looking into local professionals and exploring your new community's vast resources. With so many nuances and so much on your plate from this new change in your life, it can be daunting to think about everything you need to do to get used to your new surroundings. Enter BeLocal. In your hands, you hold the best of the best of everything in the near northwest side. From dining and shopping to family outings and attractions, this is your locals' guide to what you need to know, and what you want to know about the near northwest side you now call home. With so much to offer, you're going to need a guide to truly understand this area's vast resources, from current residents' points of view.

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS
INVERNESS
LONG GROVE
MOUNT PROSPECT
PALATINE

are all desirable areas near the heart of Chicago. BeLocal gives you the hidden gems and insiders' tips. Indulge in the best parks, shopping and dining experiences. Discover places to take the kids or places to get away from it all.  

Sit back, relax, and enjoy BeLocal!


Dolly McCarthy
Publisher
BeLOCALNWCHI@gmail.com