Yorkville, IL|News|
District 115 Misses Several AYP Marks
Yorkville joins a multitude of school districts throughout Illinois who did not make adequate yearly progress as defined by the federal No Child Left Behind Act.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
- Bolingbrook, IL
Erin has been a journalist for more than a decade, as well as a dabbler in fiction writing. With experience as a reporter for Suburban Life and Elgin Courier News, Erin has been working with Patch as a reporter and guest editor since early 2011.
In her free time, Erin loves reading and writing (but hates arithmetic with a passion).
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Lemont, IL|News|
Patch Picks: Veterans Programs
In honor of the upcoming Veterans Day, here are a few programs being held in Lemont.
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Darien, IL|News|
Food, Folks and Fundraising Planned for Eisenhower Junior High Athletics
The Eisenhower Junior High Athletic Booster Club’s annual fall fundraiser begins at 7 p.m. Friday at Arabian Nights Farm in Willowbrook.
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Montgomery, IL|News|
Brian and Sons Inc. Moves to Montgomery
The heating and air conditioning business, formerly of North Aurora, will host a grand opening ceremony at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8 at its new location, 2284 Cornell Ave.
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Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont Lions to Host Friday Night Fundraiser
In connection with November being Diabetes Awareness month, the Lemont Lions Club will host a benefit beginning at 7:30 p.m. Friday, at Front Street Cantina.
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Darien, IL|News|
Cancer Diagnosis Spurs Darien Husband, Wife to Action
Last year, Darien resident Nijole Dargis was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. She and her husband, Liu, have since gotten involved with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
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Montgomery, IL|News|
Kane Cougars Have Treat in Store for Montgomery Contest Winner
Five-year-old contest winner Jack Russo will get to trick-or-treat with Kane County Cougars mascot Ozzie tonight.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
World's a Stage for Oswego Youth
Zoe Kuecker, 10, will perform in the Christian Youth Theater's production of 'Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr.'
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Yorkville, IL|News|
Rosati's, Others to Host Halloween Events for Adults
Yorkville's Rosati’s Pizza will host Nashville recording artist and host of RFD TV's "Beyond Rodeo" Susie Dobbs for its inaugural Halloween costume party Saturday night.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego Students Helping Raise Awareness of Homeless
During the inaugural Sleep Out, about 200 Aurora University students and employees will take donations of food and clothing to the Hesed House homeless shelter, and sleep outdoors overnight on the campus quadrangle.
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Lemont, IL|News|
Patch Picks: Halloween Fun
Halloween is just around the corner. Looking for a way to celebrate the season? Lemont has you covered.
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Montgomery, IL|News|
AU Sleep Out to Raise Awareness, Empathy for Homeless
During the inaugural Sleep Out, about 200 Aurora University students and employees will take donations of food and clothing to the Hesed House homeless shelter, and sleep outdoors overnight on the campus quadrangle.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Local Youth Organizations Seeking Volunteers, Participants
Sports groups hold their own despite challenges.
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Darien, IL|News|
Hinsdale South Students Making ‘Noise’ With Fall Play
The Hinsdale South High School fall production, Noises Off, begins Thursday.
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Oswego, IL|News|
Whiz Kid: OHS Senior Makes His Garden Grow
Send your Whiz Kid nominations to steven.jack@patch.com
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Lemont, IL|News|
Hauntingly Good Time Planned For Annual Halloween Hoedown
The event takes place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in downtown Lemont, and will include a costume parade and contest, haywagon rides, trick-or-treating and more.
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Montgomery, IL|News|
Whiz Kid: Eagle Scout Coltan Parker Makes His Garden Grow
Every Tuesday, we'll shine the spotlight on a deserving kid from our region. Do you know an extraordinary kid deserving of some praise? Send your nominations to editor Andre Salles at andre.salles@patch.com.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
New YHS Courses Get the Nod From Board Members
In the coming years, Yorkville High School students will have the option of taking Introduction to Philosophy, Journalism and Publication Production, and honors German classes.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Local Woman Dressing Up Lemont with New Bridal Shop
Martellen's Dress & Bridal Boutique, 220 Main St., has opened up in the former home of All About the Dress.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Halloween Costumes Scare up Big Business
This year some of the most popular kids costumes include Super Mario, Angry Birds, vampires, zombies and witches.
Erin Sauder, Patch Staff
