Michelle M. Maiers, nee Sommer, of Elmhurst passed away at the age of 46 on June 2, 2023, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. Michelle is well known in Elmhurst’s musical community as a teacher, director and performer and had many music students during her 25+ year […]
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George Allen Garrett, 80
George Allen Garrett, 80, of Elmhurst, passed away with his family by his side on Saturday, May 27 at the age of 80, after a battle with heart disease. He was born on January 13, 1943, to Ervin Garrett and Edna Lohmeier in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, where he joined brother […]
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 […]
6/8/23 Print Versions
George Allen Garrett
George Allen Garrett, 80 George Allen Garrett, 80, of Elmhurst, passed away with his family by his side on Saturday, May 27 at the age of 80, after a battle with heart disease. He was born on January 13, 1943, to Ervin Garrett and Edna Lohmeier in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, […]
Jury finds Addison man guilty of arson at BMW dealership
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin has announced that a jury found an Addison man guilty of setting fire to a vehicle in the parking lot of an Elmhurst car dealership in the spring of 2022. Following a two-day trial in front of Judge Mia McPherson and approximately two-and-one-half hours […]
City to host ‘Special Kids Day, City Works!’
Save the date for “Special Kids Day, City Works!” on Saturday, June 10 from 12 noon – 4 p.m., taking place at Elmhurst City Hall, 209 N. York St. This family event, designed for kids and adults with special needs, is brought to you by the Special Kids Day Organization […]
Sky of blue, Sea of green…
It was a sea of green across Clarence D. East Field at York High School when seniors crossed the stage to receive their diplomas on graduation day. Some of the students performed musical numbers during the ceremony.
Pints to host Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest ticket pre-sale
Father’s Day is right around the corner. You don’t have to be a dad to secure your ticket to the Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest, although it does make for a wonderful gift. Visit Pints, 112 S. York Road in Elmhurst, Saturday, June 17, between 6 and 8 p.m. to get […]
John F. “Jack” Donahue
Born on the south side of Chicago to Frank and Margaret (Swanson) Donahue, Jack was a proud alum of St. Rita High School who later graduated from Loyola University School of Law. He served as a DuPage County Assistant State’s Attorney for two years before starting a private practice. Throughout […]