By Illinois News Network Gov. Bruce Rauner took a big step toward preparing for a labor strike, launching a website seeking potential replacement workers if AFSCME decides to strike. The site, statejobs.illinois.gov, allows visitors to submit basic personal and contact information and includes a dropdown menu of specific jobs that […]
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ICGS names Distinguished Graduate
On Friday, February 3, the Immaculate Conception Grade School community gathered at a Mass to celebrate the close of Catholic Schools Week. At the conclusion of Mass, ICGS Principal Cathy Linley presented the school’s 2017 Distinguished Graduate Award to Paul Daudelin, a member of IC Parish for almost 63 […]
Mary Ann Bauernfeind named to IC’s Wall of Honor
On Wednesday, Feb. 1, IC Catholic Prep (ICCP) held its biennial Wall of Honor Award presentation – a key event in the celebration of Catholic Schools Week. Immaculate Conception Pastor, Very Rev. Thomas Paul, led a special Mass, followed by an award presentation for this year’s ICCP Wall of Honor […]
New 1 mile trail coming to St. James Farm in 2017
Multipurpose Trail will bring visitors through McCormick Woods, connect to other trails A new 1-mile trail for hikers, bikers and horseback riders is being built through McCormick Woods on the north side of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s St. James Farm Forest in Warrenville. The trail will connect […]
Did you know that Elmhurst is home to the fastest-growing rents in Chicagoland?
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Greatness in and out of the pool
York senior Flanagan Waldherr excels at both academics and swimming. By Mike Miazga Correspondent York senior Flanagan Waldherr ended his high-school swimming career on a high note. Waldherr qualified for the boys state swimming finals in the 500 freestyle for a second year in a row. Waldherr finished 18th in […]
Conroy to host “Civics 101” discussion
State Rep. Deb Conroy, D-Villa Park, will host a “Civics 101” community discussion about the legislative process 10 a.m. To 11:30 a.m., Saturday, March 11, at Funky Java, 30 S. Villa Ave. Complimentary donuts from Kuppie’s will be served. “When I go door-to-door, I meet people of all ages who […]
State of Illinois: Crisis and Resolution
Illinois Senate President John Cullerton will give the keynote address at the 10th Annual Elmhurst College Governmental Forum Not long after the November election, Illinois Senate President John Cullerton spoke of moving the state forward. “The numbers on each side of the aisle may change, but our problems haven’t,” he […]
Durbin Community Outreach Coordinator Greg Bales provides discussion about political action
Action for a Better Tomorrow – Elmhurst Empowered citizens from the advocacy group Action for a Better Tomorrow hosted Greg Bales at their monthly meeting in Elmhurst on February 27, 2017. Bales, the Community Outreach Coordinator for Senator Dick Durbin, spoke about working with local politicians, provided tips on how […]
Residential burglary appears to be “ruse-style gypsy scam”
Elmhurst Police are investigating an attempt residential burglary – Ruse Style Gypsy Scam that occurred on the 200 block of south Poplar Ave. At 2:09 p.m. on February 24, 2017, a caretaker at a residence discovered an intruder inside the home. When she shouted at the intruder, he fled […]