Police Blotter: Driver Takes Out Tree, Mailbox Gets Bashed
Monday, April 30 Driving under the influence Robert Curtis Petit, 40, of the 5500 block of Bergamot Lane, was arrested at 12:39 a.m. in the 2800 block of Lobelia Circle, according to reports. Police...
View ArticleDonna Swanson: Simple Gifts Making a Big Difference
Donna Swanson always wanted to have her own foundation so she could make a difference in peoples’ lives. A self-proclaimed “giver,” Swanson was a full-time social worker who was aware of the needs...
View ArticleInteractive Construction Map Alerts Residents on City Projects
Warmer weather has arrived and with it comes road construction, but the city of Naperville has made it easier for residents to avoid it. A new interactive construction map was recently launched on...
View ArticleNaperville's Hottest Dads Sought for Online Contest
Whether he puts out fires, serves and protects, sports tattoos, blogs or is single, the hottest dad in Naperville is a wanted man. An online contest on iVillage.com is seeking entries for its second...
View ArticleHigh School Student Bailey Curtis Honored for Work with Almost Home Kids
A volunteer with Almost Home Kids for almost one year, Bailey Curtis was nominated by the organization to receive a Naperville Youth Service Award, which KidsMatter awards every year, together with...
View ArticleDuPage Children's Museum Benefit Ball Raises Nearly $233,000
DuPage Children’s Museum (DCM) hosted its annual Champions for Children Benefit Ball on Saturday, April 14 at Hotel Arista at CityGate Centre in Naperville. Presented under the sparkling stars of a...
View ArticleNames in the News: Debbie Venezia, Naperville Art League
Since 1961, the Naperville Art League has been an integral part of the Naperville community, providing art education and a creative outlet for individuals of all ages. And for the past ten years, the...
View ArticlePolice Blotter: Warrants, Possession and Missing Playstation Games
Tuesday, May 1 Driving under the influence Police said Michael Christopher Morrone, 21, of the 2700 block of McClennan Court, was arrested at 12:52 a.m. in the 1900 block of Gowdey Road and North...
View ArticleUPDATE: Northwestern Illinois Man Charged With Child Pornography
A northwestern Illinois man was charged with unlawful solicitation to meet a child — 5 years or older and child pornography, according to Naperville Police Department reports. Brian Charles Dyke, 26,...
View ArticleRash of Car, Home Burglaries Reported to Police
The Naperville Police Department received a number of reported thefts and break-ins from Sunday night to early Tuesday morning. Unlocked vehicles were mostly targeted, but a few homes were also...
View ArticleClark's Car Care Owners Celebrate Small Business Win
When Matt Weber told his wife Laura he wanted to open his own automotive shop, she thought he was crazy. It took about a year, but she started to believe in his vision. In Nov. 2001, the couple...
View ArticlePolice Blotter: Possession of Cannabis, Harassment, Scene from 'CaddyShack'
Tuesday, May 22 Possession of cannabis Conner William Hiltenbrand, 18, of the 2700 block of Springdale Circle, was arrested at 4:22 p.m. near West Ogden Avenue and South Route 59, Naperville Police...
View ArticleNaperville Area Chamber of Commerce 'Parts Ways' With CEO
The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has voted unanimously to release Chamber President and CEO John Schmitt from his duties. Schmitt served in the leadership role for three...
View ArticleBiggert Hosts Roundtable on Domestic Violence
From Juddy Biggert's Office U.S. Representative Judy Biggert (R-IL-13th) on Thursday hosted her second roundtable discussion this year with local leaders, victim advocates and shelter providers to...
View ArticleMemorial Day: Food and Drink Ideas for the Perfect Holiday
While Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor those who served our country, for many people it also signals the start of summer. With the warm temperatures and the three-day weekend, grills will...
View ArticleMemorial Day: Street Closures, Offices Closing and Garbage Pick-Up Changes
Memorial Day closures will be in effect on Monday. Here are a list of some of the closures, changes to hours of operation and changes to garbage collection. Street closures will also be in effect...
View ArticleCustom Details for Historic District Home
Address: 409 E. Chicago Ave. Cost: $1.899 million Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 6 Square footage: 5,303 sq ft Built: 1998 Details: Located in Naperville’s historic district, this home boasts Brazilian cherry...
View ArticleMemorial Day Parade Pays Tribute to Nation's Heroes
The men and women who served the country and who died while serving will be honored Monday during the Naperville Memorial Day Parade. The Memorial Day Parade will begin at 10:30 a.m. and will include...
View ArticleAnd the Readers' Choice for Best Children's Clothing Store is...
All week we asked readers to vote for the best place to buy children's clothes in Naperville in our Readers' Choice poll and based on the results you chose Gotskind's Shoes & Clothing. Rankings...
View Article7 Million Drivers Expected on Illinois Tollways Memorial Day Weekend
Driver’s hitting the toll roads in Illinois will not be alone, by any means. The Illinois Department of Transportation expects 7 million drivers to be on the toll roads throughout the state over the...
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