The Elmhurst 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 or defacement to property/criminal damage to […]
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Lebanese Festival to showcase culture and cuisine
Our Lady of Lebanon in Lombard will be holding their annual Lebanese Food Festival September 1-3, 2017. This three-day outdoor and indoor festival features: authentic Lebanese food made from old-world recipes; cultural beverages, including Lebanese beer, wine and coffee; around–the-clock entertainment and dancing, with famous Lebanese singers, live bands, DJs, […]
Bond set at $75,000 for Elmhurst lawyer accused of possessing child pornography
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin announced on Aug. 28 that Judge Joseph Bugos has set bond at $75,000 with 10% to apply for an Elmhurst lawyer charged with possession of child pornography. Ralph Tellefsen, 62 (d.o.b. 10/4/1954) of 172 Berkley, appeared in Bond Court this morning where he […]
8/24/17 Print Versions
GOP lawmakers: Time to deal with TIFs in school funding is now
ILLINOIS NEWS NETWORK Tax Increment Finance (TIF) districts in Illinois hide property wealth from the state in the areas where they exist. TIFs affect the formula for how much money the state will send to school districts under an evidence-based funding model, and some state lawmakers say it’s time to […]
Women’s Club of Addison meeting opens up their new season
Back by popular demand Following up on last year’s success, the Women’s Club of Addison will open its meeting year on Thursday, September 7, with a “What Was I Thinking” auction. Members are encouraged to bring an item they purchased or received but have rarely or never used and are […]
A beautiful day enhances Special Kids Carnival
A beautiful day enhances Special Kids Carnival By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent On Saturday, Aug. 19, the annual Special Kids Day Carnival was held on the site of the Jaycees Carnival, held over the past weekend. A beautiful day brought out many families who enjoyed rides, treats and […]
EEH system plans to reduce costs by $50 million over next year
Mastro: Existing cost structures not sustainable; more efficiency needed By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent On Tuesday, Aug. 15, Mary Lou Mastro, System CEO for Edward-Elmhurst Health, held a news conference to discuss the company’s plan to reduce costs by $50 million over the next year. “In order for […]
WB sophomore to perform with Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra
For Willowbrook sophomore Emma Staunton, music is a part of life. She plays four instruments – clarinet, piano, saxophone and flute – and sings as well. Her passion led her to audition for the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras (CYSO) this past spring and she was recently selected as a clarinetist. […]
New ILEPI indicates Illinois being shortchanged by corporate subsidies
Incentives often don’t deliver as promised; outperformed by investments in education, infrastructure By Dee Longfellow For The Independent According to a new research series released by the Illinois Economic Policy Institute (ILEPI), billions of dollars in state and local tax subsidies for corporations have yielded far fewer economic benefits than […]