McHenry County News
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Triton celebrates $1 million in student savings through Low Cost/No Cost Textbook initiative
Feb 21, 2019 7:29 AM - Triton College marked a monumental milestone this semester, as its innovative Low Cost/No Cost Textbook Alternatives Program crossed the threshold of saving students $1 million on textbooks and course materials. -
Metra halted at Fox River Grove after vehicle struck by train
Feb 20, 2019 10:31 PM - Metra trains were halted Wednesday night after a vehicle was struck on the tracks near Fox River Grove, officials said. -
Robotics teams qualify to move on to the state competitions
Feb 20, 2019 10:13 PM - Fox Valley Robotics/Batavia Robotics continues to be busy this winter as teams prepare for state competitions. The right mix of students, mentors, coaches, dedication, and time has taken this organization into a successful season again with multiple teams advancing on to state competitions. -
Free assessments offered during Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Feb 20, 2019 9:30 PM - The Renz Addiction Counseling Center will offer free gambling assessments throughout March in recognition of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. This year's theme, "Problem Gambling: Awareness Plus Action," focuses on the importance of prevention, treatment and recovery services. -
Dance into spring with Cary Park District ballroom dance classes
Feb 20, 2019 8:54 PM - Dance like your favorite stars on television and learn all the basic steps for a variety of popular social dances in a relaxed environment. -
Cary trustee candidates discuss economic development needs
Feb 20, 2019 4:56 PM - Six candidates running for Cary village board agree the village needs to step up efforts to spur economic development, attract new businesses and increase sales tax revenues. But they have different ideas on how to go about doing that. -
Fox Valley Crisis Line needs volunteersFeb 20, 2019 11:35 AM - Are you willing to answer the call for help? Make a difference for yourself and your community by becoming a Fox Valley Crisis Line volunteer.
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Fox River Grove man charged in Elgin restaurant burglary
Feb 19, 2019 5:39 PM - A Fox River Grove man arrested by Elgin police has been charged with burglarizing a restaurant last month, authorities said Tuesday. -
Fox Lake man sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting child
Feb 19, 2019 12:24 PM - A Fox Lake man has been sentenced to 7½ years in prison after admitting he sexually molested a child under the age of 13, McHenry County authorities announced Tuesday. -
IDNR seeks bluebird monitors at Volo Bog, Moraine HillsFeb 19, 2019 10:55 AM - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking volunteers to monitor bluebirds at Volo Bog State Natural Area in Ingleside and Moraine Hills State Park and McHenry Dam in McHenry.
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