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Burr Ridge honors veterans with Armed Forces tribute
While the monument outside Burr Ridge Village Hall stands in constant tribute to those who have lost their lives serving their country, the ceremony held there Saturday was to honor living soldiers, as well. “We honor men and women of all services,” said Leonard Ruzak, …
School leaders react over treasurer’s office
Superintendent Tim Kilrea of Lyons Township High School District 204 said he is monitoring the situation at the Lyons Township School Treasurer’s Office and has no concerns with how the office has handled the high school’s payroll or investments. “I think it’s an internal issue …
Lyons Township school treasurer’s office president resigns
The president of the board overseeing the Lyons Township School Treasurer’s Office has resigned to allow for an independent investigation of a $100,000 cash-out of benefits by Treasurer Robert Healy. Edward Maloney of La Grange said he wanted to step aside after serving as president …
Chicago Sun-Times owner Wrapports buys the Reader
The owners of the Chicago Sun-Times said Wednesday that they have acquired the Chicago Reader, bringing an enduring part of the alternative press under the same corporate umbrella as daily and weekly papers that span the Chicago region.
First cases of 2012 West Nile reported in the area
The West Nile virus has been detected in birds and mosquitoes in several western suburbs for the first time this year, state health officials announced Tuesday. The virus was found in towns including Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, and Norridge.
Man killed in four-car crash on Tri-State Tollway
A man was killed in a four-vehicle crash on the Tri-State Tollway near west suburban Oak Brook Tuesday morning.
Study says Chicago traffic congestion actually got better
Drivers in the Chicago area were stuck in traffic an average of 36 hours in 2011, 12 fewer than the 48 wasted in traffic in 2010, according to INRIX, a company that studies traffic patterns.
District 86 approves building bids
Among other action Monday night, the Hinsdale District 86 School Board: Accepted a bid package totaling $297,000 from Bennett & Brosseau for roofing and sheet metal work at Hinsdale Central and South high schools this summer. Accepted a bid package totaling $644,000 from Anning Johnson …
Alum keeps ties with South through foundation
Mary Lindquist stepped out of the doors of Hinsdale South High School as a member of the school’s first graduating class 44 years ago. But she’s never really left. As co-vice president of the Hinsdale South Foundation, Lindquist remains dedicated to her alma mater. Lindquist, …
Lyons Township High School
Among other business May 21, board members: Reviewed a school climate survey of students, parents and staff administered in October and January, which found high levels of approval for many school practices. Results suggested the need for improvement in communication efforts, individualized instruction and reducing …
Burr Ridge Police Blotter for May 22
The following incidents were listed among the reports of the Burr Ridge Police Department. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt. Only a court of law can make that determination. BURR RIDGE BURGLARY A laptop computer, an iPhone and …
Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills Memorial Day activities planned
Hinsdale’s annual Memorial Day procession is scheduled for 10 am. Monday, kicking off at First and Garfield streets. The procession, which includes the Hinsdale Central band and several youth organizations, is scheduled to last about 30 minutes and conclude at Memorial Hall, 19 E. Chicago …
Get down and dirty with Burr Ridge Park District wetlands classes
Being a kid is a dirty business. That is, if it’s done right. Children 4 to 8 years old are invited to spend Tuesday evenings this summer in the wetlands of Harvester Park, where they’ll catch frogs, watch for birds and even examine animal poop, …
District 86 plans out summer projects
Planned summer improvements at Hinsdale Central and South are designed to improve traffic flow and student drop off at each school’s entrance, create larger science classrooms at Hinsdale Central and beautify both campuses. The Hinsdale District 86 School Board previewed summer improvements at both campuses …
Property Transfers
Information is provided by Record Information Services, P.O. Box 894, Elburn IL 60119; phone (630) 557-1000; fax (630) 557-1001. HINSDALE 804 Cleveland Road: North Star Trust Co Trustee to Francis P Morrissey Melanie A Morrissey, $1,640,000, April 13 1002 Chanticleer Lane: Brent Scarboro to Enoch …
Burr Ridge man charged with battery, robbery
An 18-year-old from Burr Ridge is charged with aggravated battery, armed robbery and attempted armed robbery in connection with alleged attacks May 13 on two men in Villa Park. Nicholas Sanchez, 7248 Giddings, Burr Ridge, and Jeremy Rush, 20, of Addison, are each held on …
