Plainfield
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Maple Butter Cafe making an impression in PlainfieldJan 14, 2025 2:29 pm - “The whole secret of the business — for me, at least — is quality, quality, quality: quality food, quality service, quality hospitality,” said Jim Letsos, the 74-year-old owner of Maple Butter Cafe in Plainfield. “We work together as a team to please every customer that’s come in, to enjoy their meals and leave with a good impression.”
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Aurora to host Rocket League tournament as part of new esports gaming seriesDec 27, 2024 11:28 am - The city of Aurora will jump into the esports arena with its first Rocket League tournament on Monday. It’s the inaugural event in the Aurora Gaming Series, and city officials say it's the first video game tournament in the country hosted by a local municipality.
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No sacrificing: Cooper’s Hawk makes eating out easier for gluten-sensitive dinersDec 10, 2024 3:46 pm - Cooper’s Hawk has rolled out an extensive new gluten-free menu with appetizers, entrées, sides and desserts to accommodate guests with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
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Plainfield Saints qualify two squads for national championship after regional winsNov 12, 2024 6:43 pm - Plainfield Saints Youth Association recently announced that two of its cheerleading squads have qualified for the Pop Warner National Cheer and Dance Championships after a phenomenal performance at the Mid-America Pop Warner Regional Championships this past weekend.
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Trial date set in Plainfield Township hate crime murder of little boySep 20, 2024 4:30 pm - The trial of a former Plainfield Township landlord charged with killing a child and attempting to kill his mother based on their Islamic faith is set to begin in February.
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Man charged in Plainfield college student’s death near UW-WhitewaterSep 02, 2024 5:21 pm - A Plainfield woman who was a student and standout gymnast at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater was shot to death Friday, officials said.
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Doggone friendly: Bring your pooch along to these suburban dining destinationsAug 21, 2024 6:21 pm - Many suburban restaurants allow dogs to accompany their owners as they dine outdoors, and this list is just a sampling of some options.
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Plainfield mom turns passion for cookies into online bakery businessJul 25, 2024 12:40 pm - Heather Kratz of Plainfield loves cookies — and so do her customers. Kratz, who’s baked since childhood, opened her home-based business, The Cookie Maker, 14 years ago and sells cookies — and only cookies — directly to her customers.
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Jack in the Box is back: Fast-food chain returning to Chicago area starting next yearJul 05, 2024 9:03 am - Jack in the Box plans to pop up in the Chicago area after a 40-year absence. Most locations will be in the suburbs — including Lake in the Hills, Carol Stream, Naperville and Plainfield.
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Festivals June 28 to July 4: Frontier Days, July 4 fests, summer concerts and moreJun 25, 2024 2:47 pm - Mark your calendars for Frontier Days, Independence Day events, Navy Pier Pride, Palatine’s Hometown Fest and more happening this week.