Robert G. “Bob” Robertson Jr. May 16, 1960 – July 29, 2019 Robert G. “Bob” Robertson Jr., 59, of Elmhurst. Beloved husband of Gail nee Bebee; loving father of Robert, Steven and the late Matthew; dear son of Robert and Patricia Robertson; brother of Debbie (Kate Koubek) Robertson, Scott (Kris) Robertson […]
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Police Reports
Area police departments recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of […]
County Coroner releases stats on opioid related deaths
DuPage County Coroner Richard Jorgensen MD, has completed evaluation of the opioid related deaths for 2018. “The opioid epidemic continues to escalate and destroy the lives of too many DuPage County residents,” Dr. Jorgensen said. “The influx of potent synthetic opiates including fentanyl has increased significantly, and now represents a […]
Community Calendar
Pick of the Week – The Elmhurst event NOT to be missed! Thursday, Aug. 1 Cathy Richardson performs at Spring Road Gazebo From 6:30-8:30 p.m., the Spring Road Business Association invites the public to Music At The Gazebo, Spring Road and the Prairie Path. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, picnics. […]
Lufkin Pool demolition begins
KEVIN PATRICK/CHRIS FOX PHOTOS The demolition of Lufkin Pool began last week. Fowler Services of Elgin started the demolition on Monday, July 15. The drone photo (top), taken that day by Villa Park Trustee Kevin Patrick, shows the main pool building in the foreground. The entire main building, which is […]
Where hot cars are ‘cool’
STEVE SPODEN PHOTO Cruise Nights and Summer Concerts–which was cancelled last weekend due to excessive heat and safety concerns for volunteers and guests–will return this weekend with ’60s to today dance hits provided by FeelGood tribute band. The popular downtown Lombard summer event is held Saturdays from 6-10 p.m. through […]
Speak Out excerpts—July 25
Here are some of the comments in this week’s Speak Out section. Pick up a copy of this week’s paper to read all of the comments. Lombard calling: This story about Frank Robb capturing this alligator in Humboldt Park is a nice, feel good story, but I have to admit […]
Lombard/Villa Park coming events—July 25
Summer concerts Villa Park Recreation is offering Thursday evening outdoor concert series this summer at Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park, 318 E. Kenilworth. The free August concerts will be held at 6:30 pm; concessions open at 6 pm. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs and appetite out for these great family entertainment […]
Lombard/Villa Park obituaries—July 25
IVONI GJIKONDI Ivoni Gjikondi, nee Turtulli, age 86, of Bloomingdale, died July 18 at her home. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 20, at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard. Interment will be later in Albania. Visit www.brustfuneralhome.com or call 888-629-0094 for information. MICHAEL J. JURIK Michael J. […]