Downers Grove|News|
22 Students Head To State Level In PTA Reflections Contest
Nearly two dozen District 58 students will compete in the state contest, showcasing media inspired by the theme "I Am Hopeful Because."
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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- Downers Grove, IL
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Downers Grove|News|
Over $2K Stolen During Car Burglary In Downers Grove
Police say the car was burglarized while it was parked at XSport Fitness.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Wonka-Inspired Event Brings Golden Tickets, Treats To Glen Ellyn
The two-day event also features a free screening 0f Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory at Glen Art Theatre.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Over $100K Stolen From Elderly Naperville Resident By Home Aide: Cops
Police say Zoran Tazevski stole cash and applied for credit cards using false information while he worked as a live-in aide.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont High School Bowler Medals In State Competition
Trevor Anifer recently earned fourth place in the 2024 IHSA Boys' Bowling state finals, his second time placing in the competition.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Where To Buy Paczki In Naperville For Paczki Day 2024
This year, Paczki Day falls on Feb. 13, 2024. See where you can find paczki in and around Naperville.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Where To Buy Paczki In Downers Grove For Paczki Day 2024
This year, Paczki Day falls on Feb. 13, 2024. See where you can find paczki in and around Downers Grove.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Streetscape Work To Cause Lane Closures In Downtown Naperville
The city's downtown streetscape work is expected to cause intermittent closures Feb. 5 through October
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Neighbors Raise Concerns After McDonald's Proposed In Woodridge
Village officials will meet Feb. 1 to consider a proposal to build a dual drive-thru McDonald's in the Woodgrove Festival Shopping Center.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Where To Buy Paczki In Wheaton For Paczki Day 2024
This year, Paczki Day falls on Feb. 13, 2024. See where you can find paczki in and around Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Where To Buy Paczki In Glen Ellyn For Paczki Day 2024
This year, Paczki Day falls on Feb. 13, 2024. See where you can find paczki in and around Glen Ellyn.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Ticknor To Retire From District 210; Superintendent Search Underway
Dr. Mary Ticknor has served as superintendent of Lemont Township District 210 since 2012.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
House Burglarized, Perfume Thefts Persist: Wheaton Crime Blotter
Someone broke a window to gain entry to a home, and other crimes were reported on the most recent blotter from the Wheaton Police Department
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Gymnast, 14, Soars Beyond Cerebral Palsy Stigma With Ambassadorship
Naperville eighth grader Sasha Reshetar was recently selected to be an ambassador for the U.S. Tumbling and Trampoline Association.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Student In Hijab Attacked At Middle School In Glendale Heights
As of Monday, Dist. 16 says it has no evidence the attack "was motivated by racial, cultural or religious intolerance."
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Spring Arriving Early For Illinois, New Forecast Predicts
See what sort of weather the Old Farmer's Almanac's forecast predicts will be in store for Illinois this spring.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Over $25K In Grants Given To District 58 Teachers By Education Foundation
Close to three dozen grants were awarded to help fund "unique learning experiences," Superintendent Dr. Kevin Russell said in a statement.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
The Meadows Offers Holistic Intensive Outpatient Care In Downers Grove
The Meadows hosted its ribbon cutting ceremony Friday at 3250 Lacey Rd. in Downers Grove.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Quartet Brings Singing Valentines To Chicago-Area Residents
See how you can woo your sweetie with a singing Valentine from Chorus of DuPage this year.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Cash Snatched From Purse At Dollar Tree In Downers Grove
Police say cash was stolen from a purse while the shopper was at the Dollar Tree on Lemont Road.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
