Evanston’s Garden Walk inspires backyard gardeners
For the 30th year running, the Evanston Garden Walk will showcase some of the city's most beautiful gardens. The garden walk, hosted by the Evanston Environmental Association, was created by...
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No lounging around for this retiree — Naperville woman’s physical activity has led to nomination for national award
When most people think of retirement, they likely picture themselves lounging on a beach or relaxing with a book. Naperville resident Patricia Fuller had a different idea. For Fuller, 77,...
Harwood Heights Board lowers cost of pump house upgrades to $1.3 million
The Harwood Heights Village Board voted Thursday to cut the cost of upgrades to the village's pump house by about $30,000, lowering the price of the project, which is nearing...
Western Springs promotes two firefighters to lieutenant
The Western Springs fire department has added two lieutenants as part of a strategic goal to promote people before there is a vacancy. Chief Patrick Kenny said the "succession planning"...
Two electric charging stations, bike shelter may be built near Metra station this summer
Two electric vehicle charging stations and a new bike shelter could be built near the Western Springs Metra station this summer if the Village Board approves the only bid submitted...
Naperville tapped for first pickleball tourney in Chicago area
The first major pickleball tournament to take place in the Chicago area will be held in Naperville this summer, making the city a destination spot for players and fans of...
Shout Out: Richard Chen of Norridge uses YouTube to learn about wildlife
Richard Chen, 16, is a sophomore at Ridgewood High School who likes to play clarinet and dive deep into educational videos on YouTube. Q: Are you a lifelong Norridge resident?...
Norridge, Harwood Heights police offer summer safety tips
With summer fast approaching, police in Norridge and Harwood Heights are offering residents helpful tips for staying safe. Summertime often sparks a rise in robberies, scams and crimes of opportunity...
93-year-old Cubs fan, a 90-year-old Sox fan taking rivalry to Crosstown Classic
Since the day they met at their senior living facility in Norridge nearly three years ago, 93-year-old Nick Scarpelli and 90-year-old Lou Dodaro have been inseparable – except when it...
Summer’s ‘dog days’ start Friday with painted pooch sculptures dotting downtown landscape
The Dog Days of Summer are here. Downtown Naperville's annual sculpture exhibit makes its debut Friday, with 20 uniquely decorated dogs on display. The painted sculptures of Labradors, Newfoundlands and...