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Darien Days: Find Deals and Support Local Business
Small Business Saturday passed last week, but supporting local businesses is something you can do all year. Darien Days, organized by the Darien Chamber of Commerce, puts a special emphasis on local...
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Pat Quinn: Worst Governor in One of America's Worst-Run States
Pat Quinn is so unpopular, according to a recent Public Policy Polling survey, that Lisa Madigan and Bill Daley would easily beat him in a Democratic primary while Kirk Dillard and Dan Rutherford would...
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Ringo the Parrot Needs a Home
Name: Ringo Age: Adult Sex: Male More info: Ringo is a male Indian ringneck. He's green and olive and prefers a house without cats. He was in bad condition when found and was sent to the vet right...
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PHOTOS: Darien Tree Lighting and Holiday Expo
It was a fun filled Sunday evening as Darien residents gathered with the Eisenhower Junior High Choir for the annual tree lighting ceremony. Darien founder Sam Kelley was in attendance as well as Mayor...
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Enter Patch's “Deck the House” Contest For a Chance to Win $100,000
We’re launching our annual Deck the House Contest to find the most over-the-top holiday decorations in America—the best “decked” house in the country—the one home so spectacularly decorated that...
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Voting Open for Gagliardi Trophy; Downers Grove South Alum Among Finalists
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Looking for a Job? Here’s Who’s Hiring
If you're looking for a job, Patch is here to help. We’ve gathered a sampling of the most recent local job ads to aid you in your search. Just click on the name of the business for details on the job...
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Smashburger Releases Statement on Closing
Smashburger closed suddenly this month after open for 18 months at 2425 West 75th Street. Why? Here's what the folks at the burger franchise had to say: We couldn’t be more excited about the...
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Court Watch: Accused Woodridge Carjacker on the Run, Police Say
The case of a Coal City man accused of a "thrill" carjacking in Woodridge in May returns to court Tuesday, but it might happen without the man charged in attendance. A warrant for Michael Buhrman was...
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3 DUIs, Twice the Legal Limit and Twice the Speed Limit
SUNDAY, NOV. 11 Twice the Legal Limit Michael P. Ortiz, 24, of the 300 block of Elmwood Road in Romeoville, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, improper lane use and disobeying a...
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Police Blotter: Tire Slashed, Handicap Permit Stolen
FRIDAY, NOV. 9 Phone Stolen Someone stole a cell phone from the counter at Darien Collision Center, 8125 Lemont Rd., at about 4 p.m. The loss was estimated at $400. Handicap Permit Taken A handicap...
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Hey Mom and Dad: What Holiday Traditions Did You Start With Your Kids?
Welcome to Hey Mom and Dad—a weekly feature in which we ask our Facebook fans to share their views on parenting. Every week, we get the conversation started by taking a look back at a question we asked...
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9 Holiday Gift Ideas in Darien and Woodridge
Featured in this gift guide: Wine Styles: 6430 Main St Ste 100 Woodridge Salon Aria: 6325 Main St Ste 140 Woodridge The Sports Authority: 7370 Woodward Ave Woodridge Oakridge Hobbies & Toys: 7511...
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Death Notices, Dec. 4 Edition
Toon Funeral Home Robert C. Masa, 82, of Downers Grove. He was a member of the Plumbers and Fitters Local Union # 501, Aurora. Richard E. Pyburn, 80, of Downers Grove. Memorials for the Korean War...
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Emmy Award-Winning Speaker Urges Downers Grove Students to 'Live Freely, Love...
Students and staff at Downers Grove North High School enjoyed a unique all-school assembly Friday featuring Emmy Award-winning motivational speaker Mark Scharenbroich. The assembly—sponsored in part by...
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Engineering, Honors Accounting Among New Course Proposals for District 99
Students at Downers Grove North and South high schools could have several new classes to choose from next year—including advanced accounting and engineering courses. Administrators from both schools...
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Police Blotter: Walmart Thefts to Smell Good and Look Pretty
TUESDAY, NOV. 13 Walmart Thefts Esveydy Zamora-Ruiz, 25, of the 6700 block of Cedar Lane in Westmont, was charged with retail theft. Police said she put a $30 bottle of perfume in her purse while at...
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Best Pizza in Darien? Residents Give Home Run Inn the Nod
In a battle of local pizza places, Home Run Inn narrowly defeated Jet's Pizza in a readers' choice taste test. The Pizza Throwdown was a part of the Darien Days business expo and holiday event. Home...
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