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Firefighter injured battling South Barrington house fire May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
A firefighter was injured while fighting a blaze Tuesday afternoon in a single-family home in a gated retirement community in South Barrington.
Woman, dog rescued from flooding near E. Dundee Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Barrie Komorski was prepared to wait out the flooding in her home near East Dundee Thursday, but her little dog, Roxi, forced her to rethink her decision. For 17 years, Komorski, 60, has lived in the Richardson subdivision, an area that backs up to the Fox River and is notorious for its floods. The floods forced her out of her home in 2007 and 2010. But after Nicor shut her gas off as a precautionary measure, a move that meant she wouldn’t have any heat, Komorski changed her mind about fighting the floods.
John Bonkoski: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for John Bonkoski, running for "East Dundee, Countryside Fire Board (6-year Term)"
E. Dundee garage fire put out quickly Jan 25, 2013 12:00 AM
Firefighting crews quickly extinguished a garage fire in East Dundee Friday morning, authorities said. Officials from the East Dundee Fire Protection District said crews were dispatched at 6:55 a.m. to the 100 block of South Van Buren Street, and upon arrival, found a single-story detached garage/wood working shop with light smoke showing. It was soon after extinguished.
Annual Santa run nets donations for needy Dec 23, 2012 12:00 AM
After Halloween, it doesn't take long for Sleepy Hollow and Gilberts residents to look forward to one of the longest standing traditions in Dundee Township: the annual Santa Run sponsored by the Rutland Dundee Firefighters' Association.
Endorsement: Yes to East Dundee fire stationOct 19, 2012 12:00 AM
The Daily Herald recommends that voters in the East Dundee Fire Protection District approve the proposal to move the downtown station to a larger location.
E. Dundee may give $2 million to help offset fire referendumSep 17, 2012 12:00 AM
East Dundee officials are partnering with the local fire district to lessen the impact of an upcoming referendum for a $5.5 million fire station. They also say a positive vote would pave the way for a renovated police station and village hall.
East Dundee looking to help local fire district Aug 17, 2012 12:00 AM
The East Dundee Fire Protection District will ask voters in November for permission to borrow $5.5 million for a new fire station, but it may be able to keep the price down thanks to an assist from the East Dundee village board.
E. Dundee fire district wants new station on ballot Aug 9, 2012 12:00 AM
East Dundee fire district trustees will hold a special meeting at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, to discuss an ordinance that would place a referendum on the Nov. 6 ballot to sell general obligations bonds to build a new fire station.
Sink your teeth into East Dundee firefighters' meat raffle Jul 5, 2012 12:00 AM
East Dundee firefighters are depending on the success of the annual meat sales to carry their fundraising goals for the year. They won't have the summer barbecue as they have had in years past; they will just sell packages of chicken, steaks, and pork chops. That sale will take place from 3-11 p.m. Saturday, July 14, in Max Freeman Park. Last year the sale brought in $1,500, said Paula Roland, treasurer of the East Dundee Firefighters' Association. Association members sponsor the sale.
Old Sherman Hospital gets final hurrah before demolition Jun 25, 2012 12:00 AM
A portion of the old Sherman Hospital on Elgin's east side is enjoying a final hurrah as a firefighters' training ground before it meets the wrecking ball in July. All this week, more than 300 personnel from 14 fire departments and protection districts are using a rare opportunity to practice their high-rise firefighting skills in the four-story building.
E. Dundee land swap could bring fire station referendum May 14, 2012 12:00 AM
This fall, it is all but guaranteed that residents within the East Dundee Fire Protection District will vote on a ballot question, one that asks whether theyre willing to pay for a new fire station. Monday night, the East Dundee Village Board agreed to develop an intergovernmental agreement between the village and fire district that would outline a land swap deal between the parties.
Traditions honored at Elgin firefighter memorial May 12, 2012 12:00 AM
About 50 area residents attended the Elgin Area Firefighters Memorial Service held Saturday at the Elgin Fire Barn #5 Museum. Traditions "define who we were, and who we are," Huntley Fire Chief James Saletta said. Representatives of about a dozen local fire departments attended the ceremony.
East Dundee will seek approval for new fire station Apr 2, 2012 12:00 AM
If you live in the East Dundee Fire Protection District, you can expect to vote in a referendum in November on whether you would pay for a new fire station. If voters endorse whats expected to be a $4.25 million measure, the fire department would move out of its current station near village hall and build its new station on three acres on Route 25 the village will purchase next week for $650,000 and would donate to the district.
East Dundee officials weigh options for new fire stationJan 10, 2012 12:00 AM
2012 may be the year East Dundee fire officials answer their age-old question of what to do with their cramped, out-of-date Third Street station. In the next 12 months, the three fire trustees and Chief Steve Schmitendorf may know where a new station should be built, how much it will cost and how to pay for it. They already know one is needed.
E. Dundee trustee on ‘crusade' against levy increase Nov 9, 2011 12:00 AM
Instead of raising the tax levy in East Dundee, one trustee says the board should consider freezing it to current levels. Freshman Trustee Allen Skillicorn is opposed to increasing the levy and argues that in the current economy, the village should think about seeking some sort of relief for the taxpayers.
Carpentersville men honored for putting out fire Aug 4, 2011 12:00 AM
It was a clear case of neighbors helping neighbors. At Tuesday’s board meeting, the Carpentersville village board and Fire Chief John Schuldt honored four regular men for putting out a vehicle fire as it spread to a nearby house.
East Dundee matriarch is remembered Jul 18, 2011 12:00 AM
Barbara L. Rakow, 81, died Saturday morning after a battle with lung cancer and is being remembered as the matriarch of a family with lengthy public service records in town.
Lightning sparks two fires in Palatine May 12, 2011 12:00 AM
A heavy storm that produced multiple lightning strikes early Thursday is blamed for igniting two house fires in Palatine. No one was injured in the fires, which caused minimal damage.
East Dundee names new fire chief Mar 25, 2011 12:00 AM
The East Dundee Fire Protection District promoted acting chief Steve Schmitendorf to the rank of chief this week. Schmitendorf served as assistant chief under former chief Mark Rakow who was removed from the post 15 months ago, due in part because he refused to attain advanced certifications.