Batavia, IL|News|
Batavia Closes Billing Office After Employee Catches Coronavirus
The city's utility billing office will be closed until at least Nov. 6 after one of its three employees tested positive for the coronavirus.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
- Woodbury, MN
I was born and raised in eastern Pennsylvania before earning my journalism degree at Penn State University.
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Geneva, IL|News|
FoxFire Exempt From New Indoor Dining Restrictions: Judge
A Kane County judge granted a temporary restraining order Monday, blocking officials from enforcing new restrictions at the restaurant.
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Batavia, IL|News|
Batavia Restaurants Warned For Indoor Service Amid Restrictions
The eateries could face orders to disperse or misdemeanor charges if they continue serving customers inside, according to city notices.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva Restaurant Sues To Stay Open Under New Restrictions
An attorney for the restaurant told Patch, “They’re trying to operate responsibly. But at the same time, they’re trying to operate.”
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Man Sentenced To 12 Years For Child Sexual Assault
Prosecutors said the 37-year-old man sexually assaulted a minor multiple times between 2011 and 2018.
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Elgin, IL|News|
Elgin Fall Fun: Pumpkin Patches, Spooky Stories
There’s still time for fall fun in Elgin. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.
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St. Charles, IL|News|
St. Charles Fall Fun: Pumpkin Patches, Spooky Stories
There’s still time for fall fun in St. Charles. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva Fall Fun: Pumpkin Patches, Spooky Stories
There’s still time for fall fun in Geneva. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.
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Batavia, IL|News|
Batavia Fall Fun: Pumpkin Patches, Spooky Stories
There’s still time for fall fun in Batavia. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Aurora Fall Fun: Pumpkin Patches, Spooky Stories
There’s still time for fall fun in Aurora. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.
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Geneva, IL|News|
Geneva Restaurant Defies Indoor Dining Ban Amid Coronavirus Surge
FoxFire Restaurant made it clear it will not abide by new restrictions on indoor dining in the region.
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St. Charles, IL|News|
St. Charles Reopens Street To Promote Takeout Amid Dining Ban
First Street will reopen to traffic Friday afternoon, nearly five months after officials closed portions for outdoor dining areas.
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Aurora, IL|News|
Trump Tweets Endorsement For Oberweis In Race Against Underwood
President Trump is backing state Sen. Jim Oberweis' bid to unseat first-term U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Naperville).
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Montgomery, IL|News|
National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Montgomery
Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.
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Elgin, IL|News|
National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Elgin
Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.
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St. Charles, IL|News|
National Vote Early Day: What To Know In St. Charles
Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.
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Geneva, IL|News|
National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Geneva
Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.
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Batavia, IL|News|
National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Batavia
Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.
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Aurora, IL|News|
National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Aurora
Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.
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Montgomery, IL|News|
Ways To Help On Make A Difference Day In Montgomery
Donating time or resources to your local food bank is recommended.
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