Aurora, IL|News|
Is Aurora Among The Safest Cities In IL? See Ranking In New Report
Among the 234 cities that met the criteria for the new SafeWise study, where did Aurora land?
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Geneva, IL|News|
Windy Acres Farm Plans Easter Events To Celebrate 40th Anniversary
On the docket is an egg hunt, a train ride, a meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny and a petting zoo.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
These Are IL's Safest Cities, According To A New Report
The top three safest cities in Illinois also top the list of safest cities in the United States, the new report says.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Playhouse 38 To Stage 'Laugh' Production In April
The show by the Geneva Park District's community theater is a "story of mishaps and moxie ... and ultimately a Hollywood-caliber romance."
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Reflective Markers To Be Installed On 130 Miles Of County Road
Kane County’s project to installing recessed reflective pavement markers includes a Geneva road.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Multilingual Learner Department Administrator Appointed At D129
She brings over 15 years of experience supporting multilingual learners and leading school communities to the West Aurora school district.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Ohio Street In Aurora Closes For Bridge Repair
A stretch of the street will be closed for between two to three weeks to accommodate the project, officials said.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Homeowners Lit Their Bed On Fire: Oswego Fire Officials
The house was significantly damaged and deemed uninhabitable after the bedroom fire, officials said.
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Batavia, IL|News|
Harrison Street In Batavia To Close For Water Line Repairs
The street will be closed to accommodate excavation, equipment and personnel.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Cordogan Clark Relocates HQ To Alexander Lumber Company Building
After 25 years on Ridgeway Avenue, the company has moved its headquarters to the newly acquired building near I-88 and Orchard Road.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
AK-47, Narcotics Found On Aurora Men Stopped For Lane Violation: Hain
The men were driving on Interstate 88 with a firearm and about 168 grams of codeine in liquid form, officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
East State Street Project Anticipated To Begin 'In Coming Months'
The project to reconstruct East State Street from Glengarry Drive to the Fox River has been long awaited in Geneva.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
2025 Batavia Boardwalk Shops Unveiled
The concepts of the selected businesses include home goods, baking, apparel, pet supplies, jewelry and board games.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Semi Overturns, Driver Flees In Route 30 Crash: Report
A semi-tractor trailer overturned in a crash Thursday evening on Route 30 in Plainfield, police said.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva Earth Day Celebration: Recycling, Free Shredding Event
The festivities will also feature food vendors, chalk art, giveaways and a self-guided prairie tour.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Dates For Kendall Sheriff's 2025 Law Enforcement Youth Academy Announced
The free academy allows teens ages 14-18 to learn more about the law enforcement field.
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Aurora, IL|News|
1st Soul Food Restaurant Opens In Aurora Since 2018: City
JJ-N-MeMe's celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the end of March.
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Aurora, IL|News|
April First Fridays In Aurora Introduces New Spring Egg Hunt
Nineteen participating businesses will hide eggs inside their storefronts to encourage the community to explore the downtown area.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Street Closures Planned Through September For New CN Tracks In Aurora
Canadian National Railway's new track in Aurora will help reduce freight traffic delays and improve vehicular flow, officials said.
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Plainfield|News|
'Go Be Amazing': River View Teacher Encourages Students With New Book
The title of the newly minted author's book is a phrase she used to tell her children and later her kindergarten students.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
