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 News
Old Tyme Base Ball brings out ‘Towns’ and ‘Gowns’; Representatives from WWII Girls Baseball Living History attend
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT Sunday, June 23 was a beautiful day for baseball on the Elmhurst University College Mall, where Elmhurst University staff and alumni (the Gown team) and City of Elmhurst staff and elected officials (the Town team) battled it out in this year’s “Town vs. […]
Music at the Gazebo on Spring Road in Elmhurst- June 20
Music at the Gazebo on Spring Road in Elmhurst is held at Wild Meadows Trace on Spring Road by the Prairie Path. All concerts go from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Thursday, June 20th We excited to have Petty Cash, Chicago’s ultimate Tom Petty & Johnny Cash cover band play this […]
Council Capsules Here’s what’s going on at Elmhurst City Hall
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT Here are some of the actions that took place during the Elmhurst City Council meeting of Monday, June 3: • At the beginning, Mayor Scott Levin gave the oath of office to promote two firefighters. The first was Jace Weaver, who has been […]
Traffic control signage coming to Armitage, Van Auken; More discussion about ‘Yield’ signs; would Stop signs be more effective?
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT Following a request from several residents and a subsequent meeting with area aldermen, the City’s Public Affairs and Safety (PAS) Committee placed a recommendation before the City Council at its Monday, June 3 meeting recommending traffic control signage at the intersection of Van […]
Leila Thornton
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leila Thornton, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left us peacefully on May 16, 2024. Leila was a beacon of love, kindness, and strength, touching the lives of all who knew her. Leila was the devoted wife […]
Patricia Ann Brennan
Patricia Ann Brennan, 97 Patricia Ann Brennan, age 97, a lifelong resident of Elmhurst, Illinois, died peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2024. An avid golfer, tennis fan and traveler, Pat had an infectious laugh and was kind to all. During World War II, she volunteered for the Red Cross […]
Ralph Melda
Ralph Melda Ralph Melda, born September 30, 1931 and a longtime Elmhurst resident, passed away on May 17, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie “Marge”, and his children, Kenneth (Charlotte), Keith (Kimberly), and Kerri. His beloved grandchildren, Ashlee, Kyle (deceased), Paige, Meseret and Sidisse were the light […]
Rolando Padillo
Rolando Padillo, 50 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rolando Padillo, a devoted husband, father, son, brother, grandson, and uncle. Rolando left us on May 16, 2024, at the age of 50, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering dedication to his […]
Christopher Mark Blasky
CHRISTOPHER MARK BLASKY, 50 Christopher Mark Blasky, 50, a dedicated and proud police officer, loving husband, and devoted father unexpectedly passed away on May 26, 2024 at his home, an unmeasurable loss for his family and the community in whole. Chris’s journey began in Elmhurst, where he was […]
