Year of construction ahead in La Grange
Challenges, as well as opportunities lie ahead for residents of La Grange and La Grange Park in 2016. La Grange Village President Tom Livingston has dubbed the new year as...
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Western Springs looks to water upgrades, construction in 2016
Opportunities for continued improvement and positive change lie ahead in Western Springs "It promises to be an exciting year for plans," said Village President William Rodeghier. "I just hope we...
Safety dominates public discussion in La Grange for 2015
Shootings, window smashings and traffic safety dominated the headlines in La Grange in 2015, and a heated debate on a homeless center brought fierce debate.. BEDS Plus homeless center gets...
Western Springs residents cope with water issues, pass up full-day kindergarten
Water quality was on the minds of Western Springs residents in 2015, a year that also included a focus on safety in traffic for preschoolers through high school students and...
Man struck twice, car stolen in Westchester home invasion
An intruder struck a resident and stole a vehicle during a home invasion early Sunday afternoon on the 1000 block of Manchester Avenue, according to Westchester police. The homeowner reported...
Store deals in childhood memories and other Christmas finds
A cheerful army of plastic Santas, snowmen, angels and wise men practically stop traffic on La Grange Road at 55th Street. On someone else's front lawn, the chubby figures might...
La Grange police watch for ‘weird’ driver in white car
La Grange police ordered a special watch around schools for the afternoon dismissal was ordered Friday, after two girls were approached by a stranger in a white vehicle late Thursday...
St. John of the Cross students shine in Christmas pageant
Shepherds, angels, wise men and the parents of baby Jesus took their places for an upbeat telling of the Christmas story at St. John of the Cross School in Western...
Highlands students could hardly be happier in ‘Elf’
The happiest place on earth may no longer be a Disney property, but instead, the stage at Highlands Middle School, where 6th graders presented "Elf The Musical." The cast of...
La Grange deputy clerk honored for service with sweet treat
La Grange Village Board members don't normally tackle items not on the official meeting agenda, but they had good reason for an exception Monday . Trustees wanted to surprise Ellie...