Local Veteran Experiences ‘Honor Flight’ to Washington, D.C.
Inspired by military service, ‘Flag Man’ has made honoring Old Glory his life’s goal.
Patch Business Spotlight: Safety Village of Darien
This week, we are shining our business spotlight on Safety Village of Darien, which joined the Patch community by claiming its listing in our Directory.
Pack Patch When You Head to College
From Facebook to apps, Darien Patch is here to help you stay in touch with your hometown when you go back to school.
Political Rewind: Drought Lingers, Pension Reform in Limbo
As we start a new week, it's always good to get caught up on state politics. Here's an easy guide to what happened last week.
Back-to-School Time is Just Around the Corner
As summer winds down, Patch shares beginning-of-school-year info.
D86 Superintendent Says Tentative Budget Contains 'Slight' Surplus
The fiscal year 2013 tentative budget includes $82.4 million in operating-fund revenue and $81.8 million in operating expenses.
PSAT Practice at Library Friday
Mock test will help students in grades 10-12 identify their test-taking strengths, weaknesses before taking the real thing in the fall.
Gov. Quinn Calls Special Session to Discuss Pension Reform
The Illinois General Assembly will meet Aug. 17 to discuss the state's massive unfunded pension liability, as well as a controversial plan to shift the cost of teacher pensions to local school districts.
Update: Savio's Neighbor Takes the Stand
Mary Pontarelli gasped when shown a photo of her former neighbor's body.
Cupcake Challenge in Willowbrook Saturday
The challenge is being hosted by Burr Ridge resident and cooking instructor, Chef Laura Valcour.
New Group Added to Hornet Swim Club, Tryouts at Five Seasons Sports Club Today
Swim club tryouts are being held this morning at Five Seasons Sports Club in Burr Ridge.
DuPage Airport Will Be Hub for 2012 Ryder Cup
Elite golfers from the U.S. and Europe, as well as thousands of spectators and reporters, will be flying our friendly skies.
Play Nine Holes, Help Fund a Home for Local Veterans
Carriage Greens Country Club’s ‘Nine & Wine’ promotion donates to Darien VFW post.
Prosecutor Confident Drew Peterson Trial Will Resume Thursday
Drew Peterson's defense moved for a mistrial Wednesday morning after Kathleen Savio's neighbor testified Peterson tried to intimidate him by putting a bullet in his driveway.
Sugar isn't the only ingredient in soda that shakes our kids up.
Back to School: Tips to Keep Kids Healthy This School Year
Why jeopardize an entire classroom full of kids for a perfect attendance record. One sick kid can make an entire class sick.
Add the Punchline to Our Olympics Cartoon
If you've got wit, add your caption to Patch's weekly comic challenge and win a personalized print.
So Close: Darien Comets Battled All the Way to Championship Game
The Comets rallied in the fifth inning, but rival Central Michigan Stars came out on top -- and will make their second consecutive trip to the Palomino World Series in California this week.
Looking for a Job? Here's Who's Hiring
We've rounded up a few ads from area businesses that are hiring.
Health Officials: Pertussis Vaccination Required for Some Students in 2012-13
Students going into the sixth and ninth grades this fall must show proof they have received a pertussis vaccination.
'American Pickers' Want to Pick Through Illinois
The "modern archeologists" who star in the History Channel show plan to be in Illinois in September, according to a show producer.
Police Blotter: Shoplifters Accused of Stealing TV, Underwear from Local Store
Reports from Darien police July 17-23
Patch Business Spotlight: Q Billiards & Sports Bar
This week, we are shining our business spotlight on Q Billiards & Sports Bar, which joined the Patch community by claiming its listing in our Directory.
DuPage County's Back to School Fair for Low Income Children Set for Aug. 8
The fair is free but parents must bring proof of residency in DuPage County, identification for all family members and proof of family income.
No Disaster Designation for DuPage County Farmers Yet
Of the 102 counties in the state, only four—DuPage, Cook, Will and Kane—have not been declared disaster areas due to the drought.
