Lollapalooza 2025, held at Chicago’s Grant Park from July 31 through Aug. 3, featured eight stages and over 170 musical artists. The Symposium, an indie rock band from Chicago, was one of bands that took the stage on July 31. The Symposium, with band members Charlie Gammill (guitar and vocals), […]
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Elmhurst Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
Community Calendar
Recurring on Sundays Elmhurst Model Railroad Club Sunday open house. From 1-4 p.m. every Sunday at the Elmhurst Model Railroad Club, 111 E. First St., and visit the club’s three operating model railroad layouts. For more information, call 630-530-9584 or email: emrrc@comcast.net Now through Sept. 7 Umbrella Sky Elmhurst. Recurring […]
Elmhurst Public Library to host Local Author Fair Aug. 23; Stop by, talk to the writers, get signed copies of their book(s)
By Jane Charmelo FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT The Elmhurst Public Library is hosting a “meet and greet” of sorts on Saturday, Aug. 23, with a Local Author Fair, where authors from the area will be available to talk about, and sign copies of, their book(s). Brianna Bone, head of marketing […]
Viewpoint: Letter to the editor
A major decision affecting Wilder Park is set to be made soon — and hundreds of Elmhurst residents say their voices are being ignored. On May 27, the Elmhurst Park District decided to build a permanent bandshell in the spot where the temporary “Showmobile” has stood for decades. The decision […]
PAUL REILLY, 88
Paul Reilly, age 88, Native of Church Street, Bellmullet, Co. Mayo, Ireland; longtime resident of Elmhurst; Member IBEW Local 134; beloved and devoted husband of the late Rose, nee, Feeney; companion of Philomena O’Leary his loving, loyal and devoted partner of 14 years; dear brother of Annie Maria, Sean, […]
Greeting new District 205 teachers
Full circle moments: From campers to role models at the Elmhurst Park District
For many, park district programs offer unforgettable childhood memories. But for some, those memories also help shape their futures. Jennifer Diamond, Sugar Creek Golf Course’s clubhouse supervisor, and Josh Stembridge, Funseekers Summer Camp counselor, both grew up participating in programs at the Elmhurst Park District and Sugar Creek Golf Course. […]
Elmhurst Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
Community Calendar
Recurring on Sundays Elmhurst Model Railroad Club Sunday open house. From 1-4 p.m. every Sunday at the Elmhurst Model Railroad Club, 111 E. First St., and visit the club’s three operating model railroad layouts. For more information, call 630-530-9584 or email: emrrc@comcast.net Now through Aug. 15 Summer Scavenger Hunt. Presented […]




