By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT According to a release issued by the City of Elmhurst, at 2:14 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 6, the Elmhurst Fire Department along with mutual aid companies responded to a call for smoke investigation from a home on the 300 block of South Mitchell […]
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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 […]
John G. O’Connor, 61
John (61) born May 28, 1962, died October 17, 2023, in Alva, FL, formerly of Oswego, Illinois, with his family at his side. John was the beloved husband and best friend of Lori (nee Petersen) for 36 years. Dad of Kellie (Cal) Wagner and Kyle. Best Grandpa of Beckham and […]
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Addison Trail hosts annual Fine Arts Showcase; Music department head Mark Corey honored
On Wednesday, Oct. 25, Addison Trail hosted its annual Fine Arts Showcase. The event featured performances by Guitar Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Blazer Choir, Concert Choir, Marching Blazers and Orchesis, and members of the Theatre Department served as emcees for the evening. An exhibition of student artwork also was […]
Elmhurst’s ‘100+ Women Who Care’ celebrates 10 years; Seeks new members, new charities to help
Wow, can you believe it?! This November, the 100+ Women Who Care will celebrate ten years as a giving circle, offering support to numerous local 501c3 non-profits in Elmhurst and the surrounding community. The next meeting is Monday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. at Angelo’s Ristorante, 247 N. York Rd. […]
District 205 receives $249,000 grant to support mental health services for students; Plan is to step up referrals
For students and families in Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205, connecting students and their families with community mental health services will become easier in the coming weeks, thanks to the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Elmhurst CARES Program. CARES, an acronym for Community Advocacy, Resilience, Engagement and […]
Elmhurst police arrest driver who fled from stolen car; Apprehension swift, thanks to K-9s, drones, Chief says
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT On Monday, Oct. 23, at approximately 11:53 p.m. an Elmhurst police officer spotted a Ford Fusion sedan driving southbound on IL Route 83 at St. Charles Road. This vehicle had been reported as stolen on Saturday, Oct. 14, to the Chicago Police Department. […]
Anthony F. Lenardi, Jr.
Anthony F. Lenardi, Jr. passed away suddenly. Cherished son of Paula (nee Converse) and Anthony F. Sr.; beloved brother of Frank and Michael (Erin); loving uncle of Faith, Anthony, Ava and Keaton; nephew and cousin to many. A visitation was held on Sunday, Oct. 29, at Elmhurst Community […]
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 […]
