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First United Methodist of Elgin celebrates 175 years Oct 11, 2012 12:00 AM
First United Methodist Church of Elgin has been proudly celebrating its 175th anniversary this year and will host a special service at 3 p.m. Sunday. According to church records and early newspaper accounts, the church’s roots can be traced to what is probably Elgin’s first sermon, which was one preached by a Methodist minister in 1835.
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Lots going on at the West Dundee VFWOct 5, 2012 12:00 AM
It's getting to be quite busy at the West Dundee VFW. The Tri-City Evergreen Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2298 invites you to stuff your face at its fish fry from 5 to 8 p.m. every Friday through May. And don't forget, on Monday nights, the VFW has the Lightning game, which is a lot like Bingo, but involves a smaller card.
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Huntley Bingo group is in the spotlightSep 21, 2012 12:00 AM
Woman's Day Magazine is interested in featuring Huntley Bingo about a piece it's working on about community events with a purpose. The story is scheduled to run in the magazine's January issue and will note how Huntley Bingo's main goal is raising money for families who have loved ones fighting pediatric cancer.
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Ride the rails on the Nebraska Zephyr Sept. 22-23Sep 14, 2012 12:00 AM
The Illinois Railway Museum, in cooperation with Amtrak and the BNSF Railway, will operate the Nebraska Zephyr, built in 1936 and powered by the 1940 vintage Burlington Route locomotive “Silver Pilot” on an all-day excursion between Chicago and Quincy, Ill., on Saturday, Sept. 22 and Sunday, Sept. 23. This will be the first time the Nebraska Zephyr has operated carrying passengers from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg, Ill., since it was retired in 1968 and the first time it has ever operated carrying passengers to Quincy, Ill.
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Late Huntley manager remembered at interchange ceremony Aug 30, 2012 12:00 AM
During Monday afternoon's groundbreaking of the full interchange at Route 47 and the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, Huntley Village President Chuck Sass took time to recognize Carl Tomaso, the late village manager. Tomaso died in 2008 and had been credited with managing Huntley's rapid growth and economic boom.
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Be an informed voter; visit a candidate forum Aug 23, 2012 12:00 AM
The League of Women Voters of McHenry has lined up several forums to help you get to know who's running for some of our local offices. The first one has been scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Sept. 26 at McHenry County College. McHenry County Board candidates from districts one, two, and three are expected to attend.
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Carpentersville park commission has openingsAug 9, 2012 12:00 AM
The Carpentersville Park Commission is looking for some new blood. If you'd like to join, send a letter of interest to the village hall, to the attention of Village President Ed Ritter. Village hall is at 1200 L.W. Besinger Drive, Carpentersville, IL 60110.
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Elgin couple have been collecting for 30 yearsAug 4, 2012 12:00 AM
Two million sports cards, 49,000 comic books, 10,000 autographed items — including 500 signed baseballs and 250 signed baseball bats. All of these things John Arcand has found space for in his home. And he keeps on buying more. The Elgin man and his wife Debby have been collectors for almost 30 years. She prefers Disney collectibles, especially Snow White, and he leans toward sports memorabilia with a special interest in athletic pioneers.
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World of Faeries Festival a magical weekend Aug 2, 2012 12:00 AM
A weekend escape to a fantasy world full of pirates and faeries can be had Saturday and Sunday in South Elgin when the World of Faeries Festival flies back to Vasa Park to celebrate its eighth year. "We tell people to leave their grown-up at home," festival coordinator Gloria Yaeger said.
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Blue Ribbon Sale a big hit with Kane 4-H’ers Aug 1, 2012 12:00 AM
The annual Kane County Fair's 4-H Blue Ribbon Sale was held July 22 as the culmination of the event. Approximately 21 cattle, 47 hogs, 25 sheep, and 36 miscellaneous items were sold at this year's auction. Numerous businesses, community organizations and individual families turned out to support the Kane County 4-H program through the annual auction.
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American Cancer Society 2012 Skyline Soiree July 27Jul 11, 2012 12:00 AM
The American Cancer Society's fourth annual Skyline Soiree 2012 will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, July 27, at the River East Art Center, 435 E. Illinois St. in Chicago. Tickets can be purchased for $95 online and $105 at the door.
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How you can help Carpentersville kidney recipient May 31, 2012 12:00 AM
Earlier this week, we reported that Nathan Saavedra, the 3-year-old Carpentersville boy who was born with prune belly syndrome, has found a second man willing to donate a kidney to him. While the family is overjoyed about the news, they're still concerned about their finances.
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DuPage County honorable mentionsMay 25, 2012 12:00 AM
2011-2012 DuPage County Academic Team honorable mentions
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2011-2012 DuPage County Academic Team May 25, 2012 12:00 AM
The members of the 2011-2012 DuPage County Academic Team are an impressive bunch with a long list of accolades to their credit. But these teenagers care about more than their resumes. They plan to make a difference. "Through my work, I want to be able to give hope to people whose quality of life has been limited by the seemingly impossible," writes Mia Frasca of Wheaton Warrenville South High School.
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For Duckworth and Walsh, it’s not how much you raise but how you raise it May 7, 2012 12:00 AM
Who's more local? In advance of their first debate Friday, 8th Congressional District candidates Tammy Duckworth and Joe Walsh trade jabs on out-of-town fundraising.
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Huntley embarking on twice yearly branch pickup programMay 3, 2012 12:00 AM
The Huntley Public Works Department has scheduled its semiannual curbside tree branch pickup for its residents. The week of May 7 is reserved for all streets north of Kreutzer Road, while the following week is for all of the streets within Sun City.
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Former Daily Herald columnist Bill Granger diesApr 23, 2012 12:00 AM
For Bill Granger, life was a collection of stories that needed telling. Whether he was writing a thoughtful Sunday magazine piece, penning one of his 28 books, critiquing a new TV show, pounding out a hardscrabble newspaper column on deadline, or just spinning a tale from an even older bar stool, Granger was a storyteller. William F. "Bill" Granger, a former Daily Herald columnist, was 70 years old when he died Sunday night.
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Huntley woman makes jewelry for therapyApr 20, 2012 12:00 AM
While Gladys Vega of Huntley remains in constant pain, she has found her solace in jewelry making. The 65-year-old damaged her spine in 2007 by trying to pick up a heavy box while on the job. The two surgeries shes had since havent done much to restore her mobility.
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Palatine police release results of traffic safety crackdown Mar 24, 2012 12:00 AM
Palatine police made six arrests for driving under the influence, four for suspended/revoked/no valid drivers license and three for possession of drugs during an eight-day traffic enforcement campaign conducted earlier this month. Officers also issued 72 tickets for seat belt violations, seven for speeding, four for no insurance, one for open alcohol in a vehicle and 24 others.
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Calling all Dundee historians: Photos sought of East Dundee building Mar 23, 2012 12:00 AM
East Dundee officials still havent heard from anyone who might have an old photograph of the building at 302 Main Street. So Im putting the word out again.
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