Letter to the Editor: Take Back Your Power
Take Back Your Power: The Power of Choice There has been much debate nationally and internationally surrounding the utility's highly marketed "smart" meters. Utilities are touting them as the answer...
View ArticleAdopt Me! Rico, Louie, Larry, Coconut
Animals Deserving of Proper Treatment Rico Age: 3 years old Breed: Chihuahua Background: Brought to A.D.O.P.T. from DuPage Animal Control. He has been at A.D.O.P.T. since February 10. Personality:...
View ArticleStooge Is All You Need
In times of global political uncertainty, economic malaise and sporting gloom-and-doom, all the world needs is hairpulling, a sledgehammer to the crotch or a perfectly timed slap to the face. Some...
View ArticleDistrict 204 Social Workers Support Parents Facing Child's Drug Problem
Pam Whitt regularly gets calls from concerned parents. Sometimes when they call, they wish to remain anonymous and don’t want to identify their child. What they do want is to determine whether their...
View ArticlePolice Blotter: Party Bust, DUI, Cab Ride IOU
Friday, April 13 Driving under the influence Raja Solomon Philip, 61, of the 3900 block of Granite Court in Aurora, was arrest at 9:48 p.m. near East 75th Street and South Washington Street, the...
View ArticleAdd the Punchline to Our Shark Restaurant Cartoon
Are you blessed with insight and good humor? Or just bored today? Share your wit with your southwest suburban neighbors by entering Patch's comic caption challenge. Just add your dialogue for today's...
View ArticleSudden Death Decides Park District's Partner Best Golf Challenge
Submitted by the Naperville Park District Naperbrook Golf Course hosted its first tournament of the season, the Partner Best Ball Challenge, on April 14. For the second year in a row, Ed and Nick...
View ArticleAnn Romney & The American Mother: Mom Talk
It was pretty mild as far as political blunders go. After having read the entire transcript, I thought the statement was awkward, but not offensive. Of course, had I been Ann Romney, I may feel...
View ArticlePolice Blotter: Disorderly Conduct, Hearing Aid Thief
Monday, April 16 Disorderly conduct Beth Marie Downs, 36, of the 400 block of Salem Square in Bolingbrook, was arrested at 4:02 p.m. in the 1100 block of East Ogden Avenue, the Naperville Police...
View ArticleVIDEO: New Boxing Club Delivers Knockout Workout
For more information on TITLE Boxing Club visit their website, or call 630-904-1212.
View ArticleMore Cuts Slated for Staff at District 204
Without some sort of financial miracle, a number of classified employees at Indian Prairie District 204 will end the school year jobless. On Monday night, the District 204 Board of Education held its...
View ArticleShorewood Woman Places in Hero Contest
Shorewood resident Meghan Moreno finished second in the General Motors Our Town, Our Heroes contest. Moreno, the executive director of the Edward Hospital Foundation, was nominated by Naperville...
View ArticleMary Ann Bobosky: A Lifelong Career Helping KidsMatter
Children have been an important part of Mary Ann Bobosky’s life. In fact, the lifelong Naperville resident made helping children her career. She will be honored Thursday night for the impact she has...
View Article5 Plus Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
What better way to celebrate Earth Day than by enjoying spring as it is in full bloom either giving back at area parks or learning about conservation and nature through programs around the area. What...
View ArticleNaperville Public Library Putting Nook E-Readers on Loan
Readers who have always wanted to try an e-reader but weren’t willing to spend the money, or not sure about using the technology have a new way to give it a try without investing. The Naperville...
View ArticleEmpty Bowl Soup Dinner Warms Hearts, Fills Stomachs
More than 300 colorful, handcrafted ceramic bowls sculpted by local high school students not only served as works of art Wednesday night, but as symbols to fight hunger. Naperville North High...
View ArticlePolice Blotter: Stalking, Identity Theft, DUI
Tuesday, April 17 Stalking Steven Frederick Schmitt, 55, of the 800 block of Cardiff Road, was arrested at 9:15 p.m. at his home, Naperville police said. He was charged with stalking. Warrant Kevin...
View ArticleBurglars Target Home Stealing Jewelry, Silverware
Burglars made away with jewelry and silverware over the weekend after a residential break in at a home in the 1400 block of Shepherd Drive. Now, Naperville Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for...
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