This Week At The Library
Events and Programming at the Library this week: Monday, September 11 Puppets & Stories 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Join us for a fun storytime with singing, dancing, and PUPPETS!…
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Viva Mexico! Mexican Independence Day Festivities Announced
Viva Mexico! Mexican Independence Day Festivities Announced The Mexican Cultural Center DuPage encourages and promotes Mexican heritage through cultural, ethnic and civic activities designed to educate the City of West…
A September 11 Memoir and How We Need To Take Better Care of Our Veterans- Op-Ed From The Editor
From the Editor’s Desk: a September 11th memoir Where were you on 9/11? It is a common question posed by people in my generation (Gen X) in the US, just…
City Declares September Service Dog Month
During its City Council meeting on Tuesday, September 5, the City of West Chicago Government declared September 2023 as National Service Dog Month in West Chicago in recognition of service…
Northwestern Medicine launches a Hispanic Program for patients with lung and thoracic diseases
The Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute Hispanic Program focuses on patients who prefer to communicate in Spanish and offers culturally competent medical care Receiving a diagnosis of asthma, lung cancer…
National Wireless Emergency Broadcast System Test Slated For October
A national testing of the emergency broadcast system will take place OCTOBER 4. The national test is necessary to ensure that the national alert system is still effective in warning…
Activists Fight For Old Burr Oak Trees In Geneva
According to activists advocating for the preservation of a stand of ancient bur oak trees in unincorporated Geneva, the trees, some of which are thought to be 300 years old…
September is Suicide Prevention Month : Suicide Rates Up 36%, 1 Death Every 11 Minutes
As September begins, so does the 15th annual Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and, according to the Centers for…
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony in Warrenville
The public is invited to attend a September 11 Remembrance Ceremony in nearby Warrenville. 8:00 a.m., Monday, September 11, Warrenville Fire Protection District, 3S472 Batavia Road • Welcome (fire chief)…
Saving At The Register : This Week’s Deals Sept. 6-12 for Aldi and Jewel
Local resident, Kayla Niziolek of Killin’ It With Coupons has put together a list of great deals to save you money on groceries and personal care items for local retailers such as…
Winfield Township Recycling Event
Rain or shine, the Winfield Township Road district is hosting a recycling event on Saturday, September 30 between 9:00 am and noon. The event will take place at their facility…
Additional Details Emerge About Fatal Hit and Run
A man has been apprehended and taken into custody following allegations of his involvement in a hit-and-run incident that tragically resulted in the death of a motorcyclist in West Chicago….
Cosley Zoo Wine Tasting Details Released
Cosley Zoo located in neighboring Wheaon is inviting residents to get their tickets for Cosley Zoo Uncorked Wine Tasting. The event will happen Thursday, September 21, 5:00-7:30 pm. The event…
1 Dead Following Motorcycle vs Car Hit-And Run in West Chicago
On September 6, 2023, at approximately 7:15 p.m., West Chicago police officers responded to a call of a crash involving a car and motorcycle near N. Neltnor Boulevard and Kings…
Route 59 in West Chicago Shut Down Due to Vehicle Accident
Breaking News: At approximately 7:20 pm on September 6, West Chicago emergency services shut down a portion of Route 59 near Kings Circle in front of Timberlake Apartments due to…
WeGo Boutique for Homecoming : It’s Happening!
A high school counselor’s job description might go something like this: assist students in the areas of academics, college, and career guidance, or provide supportive psycho-social services. Organizing a way…
West Chicago Prepares For Mexican Independence Day Festivities
A City of West Chicago Public Works Department worker hangs Papel Picado (traditional Mexican paper decorations ) from street lights in preparation for September 16th-17th Mexican Independence Day festivities.
DuKane A.B.A.T.E. Hosting Motorcycle Run and Toy Drive For Children In Need
The DuKane chapter of A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois, a motorcycle rider rights advocacy group that meets monthly at the American Legion in West Chicago has released details about their 37th annual…
Saving At The Register : This Week’s Deals September 2-9
Local resident, Kayla Niziolek of Killin’ It With Coupons has put together a list of great deals to save you money on groceries and personal care items for local retailers…
Annual Kids Clothing Sale in Neighboring Geneva
The Annual Western Avenue School Kids Clothing Sale is coming. They will be having their first All Seasons (Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer) Sale. They will have a lot of…
Sonny Acres Announces Fall Festival Opening
Fall is in the air, and so is Sonny Acres Fall Festival Mark your calendars for September 16th ans it kicks off and join the community for a day of…
Main Street Lofts Waitlist Open
A ribbon-cutting event brought out a number of local elected officials and media as the Main Street Lofts Officially Launched. The Association for Individual Development (AID), in collaboration with North…
Elementary School District 33 Welcomes Kindergarteners
Elementary School District 33 Welcomes Kindergarteners The year is officially open, and District 33 warmly welcomed students for Kindergarten. We all know how difficult it can be for the little…
Water and Sewer Rate Increase Reflected In Latest Billing
In 2019, the City Council approved an increase in the City’s water and sewer rates, which was not implemented until 2022 due to the adverse economic impacts of the pandemic…