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An Open Letter to Katy Perry,Taylor Swift & Others
Hi Everyone! I am back!!! It’s been an interesting a busy few weeks! I have spent a lot of time with kids from the ages of 7-14 all summer and, boy, have I learned a lot! Most of you are aware of what...
View ArticleKingswood Academy Hires Dr. Madonna Murphy as New Principal
The Board of Directors of Kingswood Academy in Darien is pleased to announce that Dr. Madonna Murphy will be the school’s new principal for the upcoming academic year. Kingswood Academy is an...
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Stabbing Deaths of Downers Grove Couple Ruled Murder-Suicide
Police said that Thomas Smith killed his wife, Jennifer Smith, before taking his own life. Their bodies were found Friday at their home in the 6200 block of Park Avenue.
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Taekwondo Class for Teens; Magnet Road Closures
Stuff that's happening in and around Darien.
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What’s the Going Rate For House Painting?
How much does it cost to paint your house? Patch wants to uncover the true going rate for goods and services in town, so you'll know how much to pay for what you need. Help us out by replying in the...
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Madigan, Metra and clout culture: "Legal" doesn't mean "correct"
LEGAL VS. RIGHT Whether House Speaker Michael Madigan broke any laws in trying to obtain a raise for a political donor at Metra is all but irrelevant. It's what he did within the law that's the...
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Job Central: University of Chicago Health, McDonald's, Dell, Ecolab
Looking for a new job or just curious what options are available? We have some local job openings to share.
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Willowbrook Chick-fi-A Delayed to 2014; Pete's Fresh Market to Open
The restaurant was supposed to begin construction in April but now likely will not start up until November and not open until spring 2014.
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Road Closures Planned as Electromagnet Continues Trek to Fermilab
Overnight closures are planned this week on I-355, I-88, and several state and DuPage County roads as a 50-foot-wide particle storage ring is transported from Lemont to Batavia.
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How This Student's Blog Is Paying for College
Heading to college doesn't mean you're heading into a lifetime of student loan debt. Here's how one college student turned her homework into a business that will pay off her student loans.
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FEMA Assistance Application Deadline; Citizens Utility Board Meeting
Stuff that's happening in and around Darien.
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Patch Editors Bag Meals at Feed My Starving Children
Patch has a strong stand on volunteerism and believes employees should give back and help others. Editors from the Western suburbs volunteered Tuesday at Feed My Starving Children.
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Tribune Photo Gallery Captures Some Woodridge/Darien History
Seventeen images ranging from 1963-1992 capture "some memorable moments" from the history of the Village and the City.
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Westmont Fresh Market; Social DS Gaming
Stuff that's happening in and around Darien for July 25.
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New Homes For Sale in Darien This Week
Find homes for sale in Darien on this page every week, from our partners at Zillow.
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DuPage Health Department to Parents: Some Students Need Whooping Cough Vaccine
Whooping cough is easily transmitted among students and outbreaks continue to occur in Illinois.
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Downers Grove's Lao Sze Chuan Makes Zagat's List of Spiciest Menus
The restaurant, located at 1331 W. Ogden Ave., was recently featured for its spicy selection of authentic Chinese food.
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Consultant: Raze or Repair Darien's 'Eyesore' Strip Mall
The consultant said the mall on Cass between 75th and Plainfield probably needs to be torn down and rebuilt in order to attract "national tenants."
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WATCH: Giant Electromagnet Journeys Through Darien, Woodridge, Lisle
The 50-foot-wide particle storage departed Lemont on Tuesday, beginning a three-night trek across Illinois roads.
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There’s A New Patch In Town: Disney’s Propwash Junction (Sponsored)
Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.
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