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As sport's popularity grows, Vernon Township is building a cricket pitch in Buffalo Grove
May 9, 2023 5:00 AM - In a nod to the sport's growing popularity in the Northwest suburbs, Vernon Township plans build a cricket pitch this spring, with the goal opening it for play by midsummer. -
'This is a historic day': Vernon Township mental health board holds first meeting
Dec 22, 2022 7:24 PM - Vernon Township's new community mental health board held its first meeting Wednesday, laying the foundation for its mission to support community-based agencies that assist residents with mental health, substance use and developmental issues. -
In wake of election victories, advocates continue push for community mental health boards
Dec 19, 2022 5:30 AM - Advocates were able to persuade voters to across the suburbs to establish 708 community mental health boards. But their work is far from finished. Now comes the task of moving from planning to implementation. -
'A heart for change': Advocates celebrate voters' approval of mental health boards
Nov 9, 2022 6:43 PM - Voters in four suburban counties made a strong statement Tuesday about the importance of treating mental health. Voters approved tax increases allowing for the creation of community mental health boards in Addison, Lisle, Naperville, Schaumburg, Wheeling and Vernon townships, as well as Will County. -
With opposition emerging, 708 mental health board supporters press their case
Oct 29, 2022 4:51 PM - Referendums that would authorize and create a funding source for 708 mental health boards in several suburban townships are facing opposition. -
Lake County now bans leaf burning, but some residents 'are not going to stop'
Oct 15, 2022 5:09 PM - As autumn takes hold, some Lake County residents are bracing for the impact of a permanent leaf burning ban in unincorporated areas. -
Old receipts offer a tab to Buffalo Grove's past
Sep 29, 2022 7:00 AM - A program presented by Buffalo Grove's Raupp Museum at Vernon Township will explore the museum's collection of receipts to gain insight about life in the suburbs in the early 20th century -
Why mental health is on the ballot in the suburbs this fall
Aug 29, 2022 5:30 AM - Mental health issues are at the forefront of public discourse these days, but are voters willing to pay for the services to address them? Several suburban communities will find out Nov. 8. -
Vernon Township voters to decide on increased tax for mental health board
Aug 5, 2022 4:48 PM - Vernon Township voters will be asked in November whether they will support a tax-funded community mental health board. -
Lifeguard, paramedics save swimmer who went into cardiac arrest at Vernon Township pool
Jun 17, 2022 12:39 PM - A fast-acting lifeguard and the quick response of paramedics saved a swimmer from drowning at the public pool at William E. Peterson Park in Vernon Township this week, fire officials said.
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