In advance of holiday shopping season, nostalgic exhibit offers memorable experience for all Dedicated to engaging people with history through thoughtful collection, enlightening exhibits, and diverse educational experiences, the Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E Park Ave, will introduce its latest exhibit “Lost Chicagoland Department Stores” on Friday, Oct. 6. […]
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YMCA gets gift from York Hockey
In 1961, Elmhurst YMCA introduced its outdoor ice rink, the first in Illinois with a youth hockey league. Today, they still host hockey leagues for all ages and are dedicated to teaching skating. On Friday, Sept. 15, representatives from the York Hockey Club presented a $2500 check to the Elmhurst […]
Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
Legion to host 4th annual “Stories Behind the Songs”
Have you ever listened to a favorite song and wondered about its inspiration? Was it written about the songwriter’s personal experience or that of a friend? Were the lyrics first written on a cocktail napkin or were they deliberately crafted over the course of months – or even years? Was […]
Parolee charged with burglary to Hinsdale boutique released under new Safe-T-Act; Berlin says release from custody ‘illustrates a deficiency in the new law’
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Hinsdale Chief of Police Brian King announced on Thursday, Sept. 21 that under the State’s new Safe-T-Act law, a Chicago man charged with breaking into a Hinsdale high-end boutique shop had been released from custody pending trial. Terry Johnson, 30, of the 7400 […]
Whelton presents 2023-24 budget at District 205 Board meeting; More than 30 percent increase expected with health insurance renewal for 2024
By Chris Fox FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT When the Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Board held a regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at the District 205 Center, Chris Whelton, the district’s assistant superintendent for finance and operations, gave a presentation about the district’s 2023-24 budget. He delivered similar […]
Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
Elmhurst officers honored
Elmhurst Police Chief Michael McLean (right) presents commendations to (from left): Officers Ostrega and Elizalde for outstanding service in an emergency situation due to their assistance with a 67-year-old man who suddenly went into cardiac arrest. The Elmhurst officers were able to use an AED and continued chest compressions until […]
At the EHM Craft Beer Fest
It was overcast and a little rainy on Saturday, Sept. 16 for the Elmhurst Heritage Foundation’s annual Craft Beer Feste held on the lawn of the Elmhurst History Museum. Fortunately, most of the brewers were under big tents, which made visitors hang around a little longer. Here, a lively conversation […]
Hailey Mecenas, Alexa Czarnecki achieve rank of Eagle Scout; Both are founding members of Elmhurst Scouts BSA Troop 117G
Elmhurst Scouts BSA Troop 117G recognized two more of its founding members for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest advancement rank in Scouts BSA. On Aug. 20, Hailey Mecenas was presented the Eagle Scout badge at her Eagle Court of Honor; Hailey earned her Eagle rank at her […]
