The knock at Carol Bock's door came last fall. There stood longtime Hanover Park Trustee Bob Packham, asking if he could come in for a cup of coffee. By the time he left, Bock was considering whether to follow in her late husband's footsteps. The cl...

Just as U.S. unemployment hit the highest rate in more than 25 years, Hanover Park is looking at layoffs of its own. The village will cut three workers by May 1, leaving 193 full-time employees on staff. The "downsizing initiative" will save about $...

Events that involve pets, animals and plants, such as pet washes, adoption days, nature walks, microchipping, nature photography exhibits, nature tours, bird walks, calls for volunteers for nature-related work days, etc. Send items to nbrcalenda...

Streamwood election forums A public forum for Streamwood village president and trustee candidates is scheduled from 12:45 p.m. to to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, while another forum for Hanover Township candidates is scheduled from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p...

Events that help those in the business world network with each other, such as political meetings, chamber events, business outings and job fairs. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date. March 4 LeTip of Schaumburg...

Events where participation would benefit the public, such as volunteer events, social service clubs, call for donations to military, blood drives, bone marrow drives, food pantry drive, people who are giving away food, etc. Send items to nbrcale...

• Army National Guard Sgt. Michael H. Bennett is completing training to deploy to Afghanistan with the Illinois Army National Guard's 33rd Infantry Brigade Team in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The brigade will be the backbone of Task Force...

Events that raise money for some type of charity, including galas, golf outings, rummage sales, shopping events, fashion shows, picnics and sport nights. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date. March 4 Eat Around ...

Police have made three arrests following a break-in at a Bartlett home that prompted authorities to lock down at least one school. The two men and teen remain in custody but have yet to be charged, Bartlett police Sgt. Michael McGuigan said. Liberty...