DARIEN, IL – Darien is among the western suburbs that have seen car burglaries lately. “Patrol received several calls to report the burglaries and to provide us with a video of the suspects,” Darien police Sgt. Austin Jump said in an email to Patch on Wednesday. Hinsdale, Western Springs and Elmhurst are other towns that … Continue reading "Car Burglaries Reported In Darien Neighborhoods"
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GOP Firebrand To Speak At Hinsdale Conservative Gala
HINSDALE, IL – Hinsdale area conservatives have drawn a high-profile speaker for a $495-a-plate gala in September in Chicago. On social media, Thomas DeVore, a former Republican attorney general candidate, announced he was named the speaker for the “All Aboard for the School Board” gala. Hinsdale-based Concerned Parents Illinois is organizing the event. Find out … Continue reading "GOP Firebrand To Speak At Hinsdale Conservative Gala"
Read MorePleasanton Student Wins President's Volunteer Service Award
PLEASANTON, CA — An incoming junior at Amador Valley High School recently received the President’s Volunteer Service Award for her volunteering more than 100 hours with Kids Against Hunger. Kavya Vijayabaskar helped set up the warehouse, trained volunteers on how to pack bags of food, and helped clean up after the events. “We also placed … Continue reading "Pleasanton Student Wins President's Volunteer Service Award"
Read MoreBay State Games ‘Deeply Apologizes’ For 2024 Wrestling Tourney’s Premature, Chaotic End
FITCHBURG, MA — The organizers of one of the premiere off-season high school and middle school wrestling tournaments in the region are apologizing to wrestlers, parents, coaches, and referees for prematurely ending their 2024 event. The annual Bay State Wrestling Tournament abruptly ended on July 13 after a power outage delayed the event, and many … Continue reading "Bay State Games ‘Deeply Apologizes’ For 2024 Wrestling Tourney’s Premature, Chaotic End"
Read MoreFree Event 'Ramps & Amps' Returns To Dana Point: What To Know
DANA POINT, CA — A free family event is returning to Dana Point, after the city announced that Ramps & Amps will return to Domingo Avenue on Saturday, Aug. 17. The event is sponsored by Tillys and offers residents a free, family-friendly environment that will feature: professional skate and BMX athlete demonstrations throughout the day, … Continue reading "Free Event 'Ramps & Amps' Returns To Dana Point: What To Know"
Read MorePrice Reveal For Joliet Restaurant Off Houbolt Road That Just Closed
JOLIET — Some people may view this as the opportunity of their lifetime. Others may not. But in light of the permanent closing of Jimmy K’s Handcrafted Burgers, an investment company has taken to LoopNet to let everyone know that the Joliet property near the Houbolt Road exit for Interstate 80 is now for sale. … Continue reading "Price Reveal For Joliet Restaurant Off Houbolt Road That Just Closed"
Read MoreContractor's License Suspended By Frankfort After Customer Complaints
FRANKFORT, IL — A Frankfort-area contractor who customers say has performed shoddy work, didn’t finish jobs, or took their money, can no longer work in the village. Contractor Aaron McMann, who has operated under the name Chi-Line Construction, is no longer allowed to operate in Frankfort after the Village suspended his business license, and has … Continue reading "Contractor's License Suspended By Frankfort After Customer Complaints"
Read MoreGiulia Confirms Final Date For Marigold Will Be August 19, Has Five Dates Remaining In Total
Giulia will be wrapping up business with Rossy Ogawa’s Marigold promotion soon. As advertised, the popular women’s wrestling star made her announcement at Korakuen Hall at the Marigold event on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. The announcement was that her final appearance in the ring for Marigold will be at Korakuen Hall on August 19. She … Continue reading "Giulia Confirms Final Date For Marigold Will Be August 19, Has Five Dates Remaining In Total"
Read MoreZuzu/Crossbarn To Bring Pizza, Ice Cream, Event Spaces To Farmingdale
FARMINGDALE, NY — The wait is nearly over for Zuzu/Crossbarn, as the pizza restaurant, ice cream venue and event spaces business is set to open in mid-August, business owners said. Zuzu/Crossbarn has been under construction for approximately two years at 202 Main St., Farmingdale. With a targeted opening date in the second or third week … Continue reading "Zuzu/Crossbarn To Bring Pizza, Ice Cream, Event Spaces To Farmingdale"
Read More'Stupid.' 'You're Nobody.' Monmouth SPCA Director Berates Worker
EATONTOWN, NJ — The director of the Monmouth County SPCA was secretly recorded berating an hourly employee at the animal shelter, who questioned why a dog was put down. The director is Ross Licitra; he is paid an annual salary of $132,692 to run the county dog pound. He is also a Monmouth County Commissioner, … Continue reading "'Stupid.' 'You're Nobody.' Monmouth SPCA Director Berates Worker"
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