Elmhurst Police are investigating a reported attempted aggravated vehicular hijacking that occurred in the 900 Block of S. Mitchell Ave., Elmhurst, IL on April 5, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. The victim was pulling into her garage when she noticed a male/black, 6’0, slim build, wearing a gray sweatshirt, blue jeans […]
Other News
Meet Lilac Princess Taylor Balsitis
By Jane Charmelo Lombardian-Villa Park Review Staff reporter This is the first in a series of five profiles of Lombard’s 2017 Lilac Court. The five members of this year’s court were selected following preliminary judging in February. Two members of the court—Taylor Balsitis and Kyla Denwood—are students at Willowbrook High […]
Bill to allow voters to eliminate some townships via referendum passes House
ILLINOIS NEWS NETWORK The Illinois House overwhelmingly approved legislation last week that would allow voters to dissolve townships that share boundaries with a municipality. House Bill 496, sponsored by State Rep. Tom Demmer, R-Dixon, passed by a vote of 111-2. If approved in the Senate and signed by Gov. Bruce Rauner, the […]
The Lombard Police Department reports
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. Battery March 26 Jonathan Greco, 25, of Des […]
Villa Park Police Department reports
The Villa Park 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. March 24 Anthony L. Castaldo, 21, of […]
Sen. Cullerton hosting Senior Fair April 12
There are many state and local resources available to help DuPage County seniors enjoy independent lives. State Sen. Tom Cullerton (D-Villa Park) is working to host a one-stop shop for seniors to learn about new resources available. An example could be showing senior citizens about the use of technology and […]
Educator input sought for Performing Arts Center
ECPA to meet with local teachers, administrators After extensive planning, the Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts (ECPA) initiative was presented to the community about a year ago with the goal of building a center for music, theater, dance and comedy anchored in Elmhurst. Momentum continues to build, thanks to a […]
Addison Trail girls track team progressing
Blazers’ program continues to grow in numbers. By Mike Miazga Correspondent Addison Trail girls track coach Dave Pytko is enjoying a record turnout this season. Pytko noted the Blazers program now features 55 track and field athletes. “We have a plethora of kids at different age levels,” he said recently. […]
Election night brings no surprises
All three props in Addison Township pass By Dee Longfellow For The Independent With only one contested race on the entire City slate in Elmhurst, Election night was a bit slow, but in a good way — no one was nervous about any close fights. The contested election was […]
Obituaries
Alicia J. Brackmann Alicia Brackmann (Pietrzyk), longtime Elmhurst and Villa Park resident, passed away on March 27, 2017, at the age of 76. Beloved wife of the late James Brackmann, she is survived by her loving daughter Leslie (Greg) Seei, grandchildren Tanya Boutin & Marc (Amanda) Boutin, great-grandchildren Sabrina Miller […]
