Across Illinois, IL|News|
Puppy Pics, Local Nuns In Habit Of Helping: Good News, Illinois
This week, we celebrate a group of helpful 90-year-old nuns, admire a parade of puppy pics and revel in other good news stories.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Yard Waste, Food Scrap Collection Resumes For 2024 Season In Wheaton
Yard waste and food scrap collections are set to resume in Wheaton for the 2024 season.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Aurora Road Reopens After Crash In Naperville
The crash briefly impacted traffic just after 9:30 a.m.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Public Schools Top Nationwide 'Best Of' Roundup
While topping Niche's list of the Best Cities to Live in America, Naperville also ranked first for schools and places to raise a family.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Free Seedlings Available To Celebrate Arbor Day In Downers Grove
See how to snag your free seedling when the Downers Grove Park District celebrates Arbor Day.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
7 Brew Coffee Shop Zoning Variance Heads To Naperville City Council
The Naperville City Council will weigh a bypass lane and signage variance for the proposed drive-thru coffee shop.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
The Forge Offers Egg Roll, Scavenger Hunt, Bunny Photos For Easter
The Forge at Lemont Quarries recently added time slots to allow more visitors to enjoy the festivities it has planned for Easter 2024.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
District 41 Educators Named Among 'Those Who Excel' By ISBE
Two District 41 teachers were recently honored by the Illinois State Board of Education for their positive impact on the community.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Man Accused Of Breaking Into Home, Stealing Car In Westmont
Police say Bryce Fleming, 23, was able to open the window of a door, unlock the door and get into the home Monday night.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Yard Waste Collection Begins For 2024 Season In Glen Ellyn
Yard Waste collection is set to resume in Glen Ellyn for the 2024 season.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
View the Solar Eclipse At Whalon Lake
Whalon Lake is hosting a Solar-bration eclipse viewing party on April 8.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Temporarily Nixes Nichols Library Parking Garage: Report
For now, Naperville officials have decided not to weigh adding a parking garage at the library, per Chicago Tribune.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Gun Seized, Lisle Teen Arrested During Traffic Stop In Downers Grove
Police say DeShaun Manning, 18, had a loaded gun inside the car he was driving when he was pulled over near Ogden and Belmont.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Chick-fil-A Proposal Gets Nod From Naperville Zoning And Planning
A proposal to build a Chick-fil-A restaurant at 1159 E. Ogden Ave. will now head to the Naperville City Council for approval.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Village Links Master Plan Moves Forward With Public Meetings
Two public meetings are planned to allow residents to share feedback as officials review the master plan for Village Links of Glen Ellyn.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Discounts, Prix Fixe Menus Tempt Tastebuds For Lisle Restaurant Week
See what local eateries are offering when Lisle Restaurant week kicks off in April.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Items Stolen From Dick's Sporting Goods; Car Burglarized: DG Blotter
A retail theft was reported at Dick's Sporting Goods, a car was burglarized and other crimes were noted on the Downers Grove crime blotter.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Pool Safety Grants Aim To Offer Free Swim Lessons For DuPage Co. Kids
See why DuPage County Health Department is doling out grants of up to $4,500 to help children get swim lessons at no cost.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Celebrate National Puppy Day 2024 With These Precious IL Pooches
National Puppy Day is March 23, 2024. Patch is celebrating with this fetching photo spread of the cutest canines in Illinois.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Centenarian Celebration, Micro Pantry's Big Impact: Good News Illinois
Turn up the sunshine with these cheery articles about a woman celebrating her 102nd birthday, a micro pantry for residents in need and more.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
