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Officials: Fires at Elgin homeless encampment were accidental and unrelatedJan 15, 2025 1:16 pm - Elgin fire officials say that three fires at the “Tent City” homeless encampment since early December were all accidental and unrelated, saying the use of heating equipment near combustible materials was a common factor in the three fires.
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People on the move: New hires at Itasca Bank & Trust, Lavelle LawJan 15, 2025 12:50 pm - Itasca Bank & Trust Co. has hired Elizabeth D. Romano as the bank’s Trust Department vice president/trust officer and appointed Thomas Gallagher as vice president/commerc...
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House damaged in Aurora fireJan 15, 2025 12:36 pm - A single-family house caught on fire Tuesday in the 500 block of Howard Avenue in Aurora.
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People in Need Forum to showcase community resources in McHenry CountyJan 15, 2025 12:27 pm - The annual People in Need resource fair, taking place Jan. 25 at McHenry County College, will feature 125 exhibitors and speakers on mental health, immigration, senior issues and more.
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Aurora’s Orthodox churches bless Fox River for annual Epiphany traditionJan 15, 2025 12:22 pm - Braving freezing temperatures, Aurora's Orthodox congregations united to bless the Fox River's waters, honoring an ancient tradition recalling Christ's baptism and the revelation of the Holy Trinity.
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How West Chicago is hoping to revitalize its downtownJan 15, 2025 12:15 pm - West Chicago is offering grants of up to $100,000 for property and business owners in its downtown.
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Schaumburg’s newly retired senior trustee speaks of the civic duties all residents shareJan 15, 2025 11:22 am - Fresh from his 33 years of public service, Schaumburg’s recent senior village trustee George Dunham is reflecting on the level of civic responsibility he still has, which is shared by every other suburban resident running for office or not.
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Artists, writers living in Dist. 214 invited to enter Arts Unlimited contestJan 15, 2025 11:13 am - District 214 has announced its call for submissions to the annual Daily Herald and District 214 Arts Unlimited Art and Writing Contest. Submissions will be accepted through March 3.
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Hope’s Front Door enters 25th year prepared to meet many community challengesJan 15, 2025 10:48 am - Hope's Front Door, based in Downers Grove, has seen a 25% rise in clients needing assistance with food, medical care, transportation, and financial literacy programs.
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American Wind Band holds 25th annual scholarship auditions for top band studentsJan 15, 2025 10:47 am - The American Wind Band holds a two-round scholarship audition process for talented teen musicians, awarding up to $1,900 to winners who will perform at the band's April concert.