Here’s what’s happening at the Elmhurst Park District By Chris Fox For The Elmhurst Independent The Elmhurst Park District Board held a regular meeting on March 13 at the district’s administrative office at 375 W. First Street. All seven commissioners attended the meeting, with Commissioner Doug Ennis participating via telephone. […]
Other News
Addison Township residents face three propositions
By Dee Longfellow For The Independent Residents of Addison Township should be aware there are three propositions that will appear on the April 4 ballot regarding some key issues that could affect the future of the quality of life in the area. The first reads: “Should the Federal Aviation Administration […]
City, College to co-host 2017 Recycling Extravaganza
The City of Elmhurst is partnering with Elmhurst College, DuPage County and SCARCE to host the 2017 Recycling Extravaganza on Saturday, April 29 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. The event will be held at Elmhurst College, using the Alexander Parking Lot. Items that will be recycled include: eye glasses, […]
Timothy Christian girls soccer team ready for 2017 season
Zeilstra, Kocol among key returners for Trojans. By Mike Miazga Correspondent Timothy Christian girls soccer coach Jon Hamelinck has plenty to be excited about with his squad this season. The Trojans return a number of key performers from a 2016 team that won 10 games and went 3-2 in the […]
York boys volleyball team defeats Wheaton Academy
Timothy Christian baseball team defeats Harvest Christian in extra innings. By Mike Miazga Correspondent The York boys volleyball team opened the 2017 season with a 25-21, 25-18 non-conference win against Wheaton Academy. Evan Haug had seven kills, while John Goehl added six kills and Rio Diaz had 22 assists. Michael […]
IC Catholic Prep softball team starts season 2-1
Hurt scores hat trick to help Knights’ girls soccer team win at Windy City invite. By Mike Miazga Correspondent The IC Catholic Prep softball team started its season with a 2-1 mark through its first three games. The Knights opened the 2017 campaign with a 7-6 setback to Ridgewood. Ridgewood […]
Willowbrook baseball team starts season with 3-0 mark
Ranieri drives in six runs in Warriors’ win against Glenbard South. By Mike Miazga Correspondent The Willowbrook baseball team had a fruitful first week of action. The Warriors opened the season with non-conference wins against Naperville North, Glenbard South and Schaumburg. In a 6-2 non-conference win against Naperville North, the […]
Forest Preserve District celebrates Earth Day – offers programs
Programs for scouts, youth groups, companies and individuals The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County invites fans of the forest preserves to celebrate Earth Day in April by helping to remove litter and enhancing the environment at several volunteer workdays. Individuals and families as well as school and church groups, […]
Conroy to host coffee discussion at the Corner House in Lombard
Members of the community will have the opportunity to share their opinions on state issues and gain insight on legislation up for debate in Springfield at a Coffee Shop Stop hosted by state Rep. Deb Conroy, D-Villa Park, on Saturday, March 25 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at The […]
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 subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named. Addison March 11 James A. Kasprowicz, 57, of Lombard, […]
