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Darien Man Accused of Seeking Hit Man From Jail to Kill Ex-Girlfriend
A Darien man charged with kidnapping his ex-girlfriend and slitting the throat of her new boyfriend was additionally accused Monday of trying to put out a hit on his ex, The Chicago Tribune reported....
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Add a Punchline to Our Job Fair Cartoon
Are you blessed with insight and good humor? Or just bored today? Share your wit with your neighbors by entering Patch's comic caption challenge. Just add your dialogue for today's comic in the comment...
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Police Blotter: Car Burglarized, Tires Slashed
FRIDAY, DEC. 28 Tires Slashed Four tires were slashed in the 1100 block of Chalet sometime between 6 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. The estimated loss is $1,000. THURSDAY, DEC. 27 Car Burglary Someone stole about...
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For Sale: Darien Foreclosures, Jan. 16
The following properties are listed as foreclosures up for sale in Woodridge, according to Aol Real Estate. Click on each address to view photos of the property. Also read the latest real estate news...
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Obama Gun Proposal: Ban Assault Weapons, Require Background Checks for All Guns
President Barack Obama spoke to the nation this morning and presented a proposal to reduce gun violence. We'll provide a link to the full video when one is posted. "I will put everything I've got into...
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Caption This! Bird's Food Is In Sight, But Out of Reach
Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge! What's this bird thinking, as...
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Downers Grove South Boys Tennis Coach Named 'Coach of the Year'
The Illinois High School Tennis Coaches Association (IHSTCA) has named Downers Grove South High School's boys tennis coach Peter Freischlag “Coach of the Year” for 2012. Freischlag, who is also a...
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Sold! Local Home Sales: Jan. 17 Edition
A three-bedroom, one-bathroom single-family house at 330 Freehauf St., Lemont, recently sold for $145,000. The 1,643 square-foot house was built in 1963. The ranch home has a large deck overlooking a...
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2013 Oscar Nominations: Where to See Them in a Theater Near You
Nominations for the 85th annual Academy Awards were announced Jan. 10, and we've got the list here. Lincoln led with 12 nominations. If you want to see the Best Picture nominations before the Oscars...
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Police Blotter: 4AM Gas Stop Leads to DUI for Minor
A Downers Grove teen was charged with a DUI after trying to get gas after 4 a.m. in Darien. Christopher Ullrich, 18, of the 7100 block of Matthias Road in Downers Grove, was charged with driving under...
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District 99 Board President Withdraws from Upcoming Election
Bill White, incumbent president of the Community High School District 99 school board, has withdrawn his candidacy from the upcoming consolidation election. White, who was elected to the District 99...
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$1.7 Million Worth of D86 Summer Projects Planned
The year after major construction work took place at both campuses, summer 2013 facilities work at Hinsdale Central and Hinsdale South is expected to cost District 86 about $1.7 million, according to...
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American Idol Sends Darien Native to Hollywood
It takes a lot to shake up a diva like Mariah Carey. But Mariah Pulice, of Darien, brought tears to the eyes of the Grammy-winning singer on Thursday night’s episode of American Idol with her lyrical...
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This is What $279,000 Will Buy You
1. 524 70th Ave., Darien: Priced at $269,900, according to listings. This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom single-family house. The 1,550 square-foot house was built in 1968. The split-level home,...
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No Charges Expected Following Death of Teen Hit in Darien
No criminal charges will be filed in the death of Downers Grove teen Hunter Himes, who was struck by a car while riding his bicycle in Darien in February 2012. Hunter, then 14, was riding his bike...
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Win a Family 4-Pack to Disney On Ice!
Patch is partnering with Disney On Ice to give away five family four-packs to see Disney On Ice in January. The show is playing Jan. 23 through Feb. 1 at Allstate Arena. You can enter to win through...
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Hank the Pit Bull Terrier Up for Adoption at Hinsdale Humane Society
Name: Hank Age: 2 years Sex: Male Breed: Pit bull terrier Weight: 68 lbs. Neutered?: Yes Good with kids?: Yes, 13 years and older More info: A staff favorite at Hinsdale Humane Society, Hank the Tank...
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Patch Roundup: Sex Offender Blames Justin Bieber, Man Allegedly Sells...
Here are some of the top stories from the past week in Patch's west Chicago region: St. Charles—Man Convicted of Sex Act in St. Charles Arrested Again At Swim Meet, Claims Justin Bieber Told Him To...
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