Bolingbrook|News|
Local Restaurant, Family Square, 'Not Going Anywhere:' Owner
One owner of the Family Square restaurant spoke with Patch, said rumors of his business shuttering are unfounded.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
- Bolingbrook, IL
Hi everyone, I'm Dave. I'll be covering local news in Bolingbrook, Plainfield, Oswego and Romeoville. I've previously done some reporting in Chicago, South Dakota and Japan, and I'm excited to get to know your communities as well!
When not on the clock, I enjoy video games, archery and brewing. I also busk when time (and the law) allows, because life's too short to wait for open-mic nights.
I'll be setting up a Twitter page for myself in the coming days, but in the meantime you can hit me up at dave.byrnes@patch.com with any tips, leads, concerns or good beer recipes you might have.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Local 4-H Educators Honored At National Conference
Two 4-H professionals serving in DuPage, Kane and Kendall Counties were recognized nationally for their efforts in improving youth programs
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook|News|
Local Residents Plan Second Annual 'Shock and Claus' Breakfast
A group of about 20 people in Bolingbrook are planning to surprise a local restaurant server with an extra-large tip.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
New Hangout, 'Next Whiskey Bar,' Coming To Plainfield In 2020
The owners of the bar - its name inspired by The Doors' famous cover of 'Alabama Song' - said they planned to open for business by February.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Plainfield Police Looking To Hire Part-Time Crossing Guard
The Plainfield Police Department said they're looking for a new part-time traffic guard in the village.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Goodrich Employees Confirm Firing Of Teens, Company Stays Silent
Multiple Goodrich Quality Theater employees said that the cinema chain has plans to fire all 16- and 17-year-old workers through 2020.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville To Provide Water Bill Rebate To Residents
Romeoville residents should look for the rebate in their 2020 water and sewage bills, the village office said.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
'Music Memory Program' In Oswego Connects Teens and Seniors
Lighthouse Adult Stay Program seniors were invited to connect with teen volunteers over music, part of the "Music Memory" program.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Midwest Generation Emergency Drill 'Won't Happen Again:' Plant
It was a mistake not to alert authorities to an evacuation drill, but it won't be repeated, a Midwest Generation official said.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville To Hold 'Winter Wonderland' Festival, Friday, Dec. 6
The Village of Romeoville invites residents to a holiday festival and food drive on Friday at the Edward Hospital Athletic & Event Center
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Residents' Next Water Bills To Have Ribfest Discounts
The Village of Romeoville announced that residents' next water bills will contain discount codes to Ribfest.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Teen Missing For Three Weeks, Father Asks For Help: Joliet PD
A man named Diego Santiago said his teenage son, Diego Jr., has been missing since Nov. 18. He was last seen in the Joliet area.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Plainfield Student Wins Gold in World Karate Championships
Plainfield East senior Eliza Salvado took home a gold medal while representing the U.S. in the Shotokan Karate World Championships
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Crash Closed Taylor Road For Over An Hour, No Fatalities Reported
A crash involving a semi-truck closed a portion of Taylor Road to all traffic on Wednesday, Dec. 4. As of 2:50 p.m., the road had re-opened.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Lockdown False Alarm At Plainfield Central High; Sensor Blamed
Inspections are ongoing after a false lockdown alarm went off in a Plainfield District 202 High School.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook|News|
Election Judges Needed For 2020 Elections: Will County
The office of the Will County Clerk is offering compensation to any registered county voters who can serve as election judges in 2020.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Kendall County: Metra Holds Public Meetings On Rail Extension
On Dec. 2 and 3, Kendall Extension Study staff invited the public to open meetings to discuss possible Metra extension into Kendall County.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Plainfield Park District Commissioner Receives Service Award
Park District Commissioner Mary Kay Ludemann received a service award in November in recognition of her decade of service to parks.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook|News|
Will County Board Elections: Candidate List Released
Over 20 candidates are running for Board seats in the March 17, 2020 Will County General Primary. Here are the names released thus far.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego: Boy Scout's Service Project Benefits People With Autism
Local Eagle Scout candidate Evan Allgaier makes 'Sensory Carts' to benefit community members with Autism.
Dave Byrnes, Patch Staff
