Two people were seen looking into cars with flashlights around 2: 19 a.m. Responding officers found and arrested one of the people, who acknowledged he'd burglarized cars, according to Elmhurst police. Demetrius C. Orr, 18 of the 100 block of N Cornell Avenue in Villa Park, was charged with burglary and taken to DuPage County Jail. Read more about the arrests … [Read more...] about Elmhurst Police Arrest Not So Bright Burglars
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A Woodridge Business Walk helps out Local Businesses
Woodridge Mayor Gina Cunningham and village staff recently took part in the first Woodridge Business Walk. The Woodridge Plaza shopping center was chosen as the debut site for the economic development effort designed to connect with local businesses and support their long-term needs, the news release stated. The mayor and staff met with 20 retailers and service providers … [Read more...] about A Woodridge Business Walk helps out Local Businesses
Boy Scout Group from Downers Grove collects Donation During Parade
hile some participants in the Downers Grove Fourth of July parade will be giving away items, two Boy Scout troops actually will be taking them. Members of Scout Troop 95 and Cub Scout Pack 86 will be trailed by wagons to be filled by those in attendance. The scouts will be collecting nonperishable goods for nonprofit Operation Care Package, which sends care packages to … [Read more...] about Boy Scout Group from Downers Grove collects Donation During Parade
A Bensenville Carnival Raises Money for Youth Coalition
The Village of Bensenville and Bensenville School District 2 presented a check for $2,177.29 to the Bensenville Youth Coalition. The funds were raised from a carnival held in downtown Bensenville in mid-May 2016. The event brought thousands of guests to downtown Bensenville. "Maintaining a great working relationship with all of our taxing bodies is critical in making … [Read more...] about A Bensenville Carnival Raises Money for Youth Coalition
A Pro Gun Protest in Lombard Draws Advocates from Both Sides
Both sides of the gun control issue were represented during a protest outside of North American Firearms in Lombard on June 30. No incidents were reported as the two groups made their voices heard. You can see and read more about the protests at My Suburban Life. … [Read more...] about A Pro Gun Protest in Lombard Draws Advocates from Both Sides