The Lombard Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named. Criminal damage to property, damage to property, criminal […]
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Out and About–Sept. 13; coexisting with coyotes
We can learn to coexist with coyotes, says wildlife ecologist By Jane Charmelo Lombardian-Villa Park Review Staff Reporter It seems residents in Lombard have been mentioning coyotes more often lately-through Facebook, conversations, comparing sightings-with this columnist being no exception. However, according to Forest Preserve District of DuPage County (FPDDC) wildlife […]
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Willowbrook Parent Organization to host 3rd annual Craft Fair
Looking to get a head start on your holiday shopping – or just want to find a unique gift? The Willowbrook Parent Organization (WPO) will host its 3rd annual Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the fieldhouse at the high school, 1250 S. […]
League to host Candidate’s Forum this Sunday at City Hall
The League of Women Voters of Elmhurst will host a Candidate Forum on Sunday, Sept, 16 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Elmhurst City Hall, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst. Candidates for the November 6, 2018 General Election have been invited. After answering some League questions, the candidates […]
Catching up with Police Chief Michael Ruth; His message: lock your car, don’t fall for scams, feel free to ask questions
By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent About once a year, the Independent catches up with Elmhurst Police Chief Michael Ruth to find out what’s new at the Elmhurst Police Department and current trends in crime and other police concerns. Perhaps the best news is that statistics show crime […]
Memorial planned for Ivan Frick, College’s 11th President; Memorial gifts accepted for Frick-endowed book fund
A celebration of life memorial service will be held in October for Dr. Ivan E. Frick, the 11th president of Elmhurst College. Dr. Frick passed away on Saturday, Aug. 25, in Lancaster, Pa, at the age of 90. With his wife Ruth, Dr. Frick served the College from 1971 until […]
Community Calendar
Pick of the Week – The event NOT to be missed… Saturday, Sept. 15 4th Annual Craft Beer Fest From 1-5 p.m., celebrate fall and the craft beer movement at the 4th Annual Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest, with more than 100+ brews and ciders from 50+ brewers. Sample an array […]
York girls tennis
By Mike Miazga Correspondent The York girls tennis team dropped a close 4-3 West Suburban Conference Silver Division contest to Glenbard West at Memorial Park in Glen Ellyn. The loss dropped York to 8-4 overall and 0-1 in WSC Silver action. Gabby Felder was a 6-4, 5-7, (10-6) winner at […]
York girls golfers defeat Glenbard West at River Forest CC
By Mike Miazga Correspondent The York girls golf team defeated Trinity at Sugar Creek in Villa Park at both the varsity and junior-varsity levels. In the varsity match, Bella Bartolone was the medalist with a 38. Haley Blattner shot 40, while Cassie Sika had a 44 and Audrey Matias had […]