Monday, March 11, 2013
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, March 4-10.
Downers Grove Woman Killed in Car Crash; Firefighter Charged with Reckless Homicide Patrick Bruce, of Oak Forest, faces reckless homicide charges in a crash that killed 25-year-old Anasis Knox on Friday, according to reports. DGCA Announces Endorsements for Village Council, District 99 The group endorsed Bob Barnett, Marilyn Schnell and Greg Hosé in the village council race. Henry Jakobsze, Terry Pavesich, Julia Beckman and Rick Pavinato were backed for the District 99 Board of Education. Omega Restaurant Returns to Downers Grove The popular Downers Grove eatery has been closed since mid-July after it lost water and electricity service. Washington Street Barber Shop Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Downers Grove The downtown shop, owned by …
Sunday, March 3, 2013
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, Feb. 25 - March 3.
Legislators Turn Their Attention to DuPage Forest District as a Way to Save Taxpayers Money State Rep. Dennis Reboletti (R-Elmhurst) wants to disband the Forest Commission, while Rep. Deb Conroy (D-Elmhurst) wants to get rid of commissioners' pay. VIDEO: 'Harlem Shake' Craze Hits Downers Grove South Downers Grove South High School joined the latest online dance craze during an all-school spirit assembly Friday. Tuesday Snowstorm Cancels District 99 Candidate Forum The League of Women Voters of Downers Grove, Woodridge and Lisle has tentatively rescheduled the forum for March 14. Election 2013: District 99 Board of Education Patch has your guide to the 2013 election for the Community High School District 99 Board of Education in Downers …
Sunday, February 3, 2013
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, Jan. 28 - Feb. 3.
Coyotes in the Western Suburbs Get More Aggressive? The Chicago Sun-Times is reporting that a pack broke a door trying to get at dogs in suburban Riverside. Goodwill to Celebrate Grand Openings in Downers Grove, Lombard The Downers Grove retail and donation center, located at 110 Ogden Ave., will host a grand opening weekend Feb. 14-17. Unemployment Report: Jobless Rate Decreases in Downers Grove Unemployment rates in Illinois increased slightly from November 2012 to December but are still down compared to the the end of 2011, according to new figures released last week. Disorderly Conduct at Main Street Depot, Drug Bust on 75th Street: Police Blotter Downers Grove police reports, Jan. 10-21. Downers Grove Churches Petition Village for …
Sunday, January 6, 2013
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, Dec. 31 - Jan. 6.
The Top 12 of 2012: Downers Grove Patch's Most-Read Stories of the Year A look back at the year that was in Downers Grove. Downers Grove Year in Review: Local Businesses in the Spotlight New Year's Resolutions: Apps, Websites Offer Motivation Here are some websites and applications that may help you keep your resolutions a little longer into 2013. Villa Park Couple Welcomes First Good Sam Baby of 2013 Jason and Heather Gonzalez welcomed baby Sofia at 9:19 a.m. Tuesday at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove. United Central Bank in Downers Grove Robbed by Masked Gunman Police are still searching for a white man wearing a black ski mask, black hooded sweatshirt and jeans, who allegedly robbed the bank at gunpoint around 11:09 a.…
Sunday, December 9, 2012
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, Dec. 3-9.
Downers Grove Council to Discuss Regulations on Backyard Chicken Coops Commissioner Becky Rheintgen requested the council discuss increasing the number of chickens permitted, decreasing setback requirements, banning roosters and requiring a license or permit for keeping chickens, according to village documents. Engineering, Honors Accounting Among New Course Proposals for District 99 School board members heard presentations Monday on several new course proposals for the 2013-14 school year. Yule Blog: Tony Cesare What holiday traditions are unique to your family? Emmy Award-Winning Speaker Urges Downers Grove Students to 'Live Freely, Love A Lot' Students at North High were treated to a special assembly Friday, with guest speaker Mark …
Sunday, December 2, 2012
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, Nov. 26 - Dec. 2.
Water Pump Company Moves North American Headquarters to Downers Grove Grundfos, the leading manufacturer of water pumps, will move into the Esplanade building at 2001 Butterfield Road this spring. Two More File for Downers Grove Village Council; Field Widens to Six Greg Hosé and Don Jankowski filed petitions for the April 2013 consolidated election Monday—the last day to file for the three open commissioner seats. Downers Grove Man Accused of Child Pornography Marco Fosco of Downers Grove faces four counts of child pornography charges after an investigation by the Wheaton Police Department. Home Burglarized on 63rd Street in Downers Grove: Police Blotter Downers Grove police reports, Nov. 18. Downers Grove Cyclists Deliver Christmas Gifts …
Sunday, November 25, 2012
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, Nov. 19-25.
Girls Swimming: Downers Grove North's Gabby Sims Wins State Title Sims, a junior, broke a pool record in the 100-yard freestyle, leading the Trojans to a sixth-place finish at the IHSA swimming and diving finals. Downers Grove North Video Wins ABC's 'Show Us Your Spirit!' Contest The DGN Fine Arts Department's lip-dub video to "It's Always a Good Time" by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen beat out eight other schools in an online poll, according to school officials. Four Enter Race for Downers Grove Village Council Commissioners Bob Barnett and Marilyn Schnell both filed petitions seeking re-election in the April 9, 2013 consolidated election. Petitions were also filed by residents David S. Olsen and Susan Walaszek. Police: Downers Grove Duo …
Sunday, November 18, 2012
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, Nov. 12-18.
Downers Grove North Honors Veterans During Annual Assembly Students and staff paid tribute to more than 80 veterans and dozens of family members of U.S. service men and women Friday during the school's annual Veterans Day assembly. Downers Grove Police Warn of Scam Attempt A resident recently had several items stolen from their home after being lured out of their home by a man pretending to be a new neighbor, police said. Midwestern University Alumni Open New Dialysis Facility in Downers Grove Drs. Anis Rauf and Mohammed Ahmed recently opened a 13-station U.S. Renal Care facility that takes a patient-centered approach to dialysis. DuPage Democrats Celebrate Big Wins, GOP Looks to Regroup DuPage County—once a Republican stronghold—saw …
Sunday, November 11, 2012
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, Nov. 5-11.
How Did Downers Grove Schools Do on the State Standardized Tests? Patch put together a searchable database of the percent of students who met or exceeded requirements on Illinois' standardized tests, the ISAT and PSAE. Use it to search for your school or district. District 99 Boasts 23 National Merit Commended Students Students were recognized last month in the 2013 National Merit Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Inside the $1.2 Million Home on Oakwood Avenue Every week Downers Grove Patch profiles a luxury home for sale in town. Chicago Bears Defensive End Corey Wootton Visits Downers Grove North PHOTOS: Wootton, 25, stopped by North High…
Sunday, November 4, 2012
A look back at the Downers Grove headlines, Oct. 29 - Nov. 4.
PHOTOS: Halloween Comes Early to Downtown Downers Grove Hundreds of families packed the downtown area Saturday and Sunday for window painting, trick-or-treating and the Downers Grove Lions' annual costume parade. Endorsements Go to Roskam, Chaplin, Krajewski in 2012 Election Roundup of candidate endorsements in local media before the 2012 General Election. Inside the $1.25 Million Home on Stonewall Avenue Every week Downers Grove Patch profiles a luxury home for sale in town. Downers Grove Students Run to Set Guinness World Record About 340 Pierce Downer students and parents joined more than 5,000 people worldwide Friday to set the record for most people to run 100 meters in 24 hours. Downers Grove Unemployment Rate Drops 0.5 Percent in …
