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Card Frenzy Opens in Darien
Whether you’re looking to congratulate a recent graduate, recognize your favorite teacher or thank a local pastor, Card Frenzy has got you covered—and at a super low price. Think .29 cents. “Not only...
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Style Central: Gratitude or Attitude?
Have you ever received a Christmas gift that left you cold? Literally? You wanted one of those great ear-flap hats to wear when you attend football games, junior league hockey or shovel snow should we...
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OMG PD: Full-Size Nativity Figures Stolen, Sewer Grate Thefts
DOWNERS GROVE Nativity Figures Stolen from Downers Grove Church Five life-size figures were stolen Tuesday night from the Christmas nativity scene outside St. Paul's United Church of Christ. The...
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Cadabra the Cat Up for Adoption at West Suburban Humane Society
Name: Cadabra Age: 3 months Sex: Male Breed: Domestic longhair mix Good with dogs: N/A More info: Cadabra's sister, Abra, was adopted Friday from the shelter. Cadabra is waiting patiently for his...
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Patch Roundup: Stolen Car Crash Kills Two; Pet Bird in Miracle Rescue
Here are some of the top stories from the past week in Patch's west Chicago region: St. Charles —2 Dead, 2 Injured in Campton Hills Crash Involving Stolen Vehicle—A Wisconsin woman was driving a car...
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Should Illegal Immigrants Be Granted Drivers Licenses in Illinois?
The Illinois House will soon take up a bill passed in the Illinois Senate Tuesday that allows illegal immigrants to obtain temporary drivers' licenses and insurance. Half of the GOP lawmakers in the...
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Shelby Jo Still Seeking Forever Home
Name: Shelby Jo Age: 3 years Sex: Female Breed: Brussels Griffon mix Good with cats: Yes Good with dogs: Yes (calm ones) More info: Shelby Jo is currently in a foster home while she waits to find her...
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DuPage DUI Arrests, Dec. 9
BURR RIDGE Dec. 2: Ewa Strzalinski, 51, of the 8300 block of West 99th Street, Palos Hills, was arrested after the driver appeared to be under the influence of alcohol during a traffic stop near the...
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PHOTOS: Chestnut Court Businesses Celebrate the Holidays
The businesses of Darien's Chestnut Court shopping center brought holiday cheer to residents Saturday. Santa paid a visit to the businesses during Saturday's event, which also featured carolers,...
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Chicago Area's Lack of Snow Could Set a Record Monday
The Chicago area could set a new winter record Monday. According to a story from the Chicago Tribune, if the area does not receive more than 0.1 of an inch of snow Monday, we’ll set a record for the...
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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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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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Census: Darien Bests State Averages for Home Ownership, Income
The U.S. Census Bureau on Thursday released estimates from its American Community Survey, which provides local statistics for the combined years from 2007 to 2011 on everything from housing to...
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Hey Mom and Dad: Is a Pet an Appropriate Holiday Gift for a Child?
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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Last Meteor Shower of 2012 Promises to Be Spectacular -- If Sky is Clear
The Geminid meteor shower 2012, the final major meteor shower of every year and likely to be the best, peaks overnight Dec. 13 and 14, and you may be able to see a great show on either side of those...
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