Articles filed under Communities
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Year One complete for Saint Viator President Ryan AielloMay 28, 2025 10:38 am - President Ryan Aiello describes it as having come full circle. When he addressed the 450 guests at last month’s Night of the Lion event, it was exactly one year since he had been introduced to the Saint Viator community at last year’s dinner.
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‘It’s a great experience’: Final suburban speller eliminated in 8th round of Scripps National Spelling BeeMay 28, 2025 10:32 am - The last of four suburban spellers fighting for a chance to be the best in the nation was eliminated Wednesday in the eighth round of the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
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Long Grove approves QuikTrip, hears plans for surrounding areaMay 28, 2025 9:59 am - Long Grove trustees granted preliminary approval for a QuikTrip gas station on a 15-acre parcel at Route 83 and Route 53 in a 4-2 vote Tuesday, despite resident opposition that included a petition with more than 900 signatures.
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Dining out: Suburban eateries offer new seasonal menu dishes and drinksMay 28, 2025 8:17 am - We’ve got new seasonal menu items at Old Town Pour House, Perry’s, Table at Crate and Lazy Dog, news from a pair of fast-food giants, a new happy-hour special and a call for suggestions of your favorite breakfast spots.
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Biking popularity surges with infrastructure improvements, events, clubsMay 28, 2025 8:13 am - Illinois has improved its bike safety and infrastructure since 2020, with more counties and municipalities adopting bike/ped plans. But fatalities remain high, indicating more focus on safety is needed.
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St. Charles child dies after being struck by vehicle in drivewayMay 28, 2025 8:08 am - A 5-year-old boy died after being struck by a vehicle in the driveway of the child’s St. Charles home, police said.
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Ottenheimer chosen to serve as Buffalo Grove president pro temMay 28, 2025 7:30 am - Buffalo Grove board members chose Trustee Lester Ottenheimer III to serve as village president pro tem.
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Elgin church to host benefit concert for food bankMay 27, 2025 11:41 pm - Outdoor classic rock concert with Voices band at St. Hugh of Lincoln Church on June 2. Enjoy music while supporting the Northern Illinois Food Bank.
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St. Charles Fine Art Show awards 10 artists for originality and techniqueMay 27, 2025 10:44 pm - The St. Charles Business Alliance hosted the 27th annual St. Charles Fine Art Show, featuring 110 juried artists, live entertainment, and awards for outstanding original artwork.
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Gilberts marks 135 years with music, food, crafts at Community Days festivalMay 27, 2025 9:49 pm - Gilberts Community Days on May 29-June 1 has live music, kids' events, craft fair, carnival, and more for the village’s 135th anniversary. This year, there will be a Craft & Artisan Market featuring over 40 vendors.