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Annemarie Mannion

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Two-year-old Alex Lupo stretches to press the button turning on old television commercials at the Elmhurst Historical Museum's Sweet Home Chicago candy. (Chuck Berman/Chicago Tribune)

Exhibit unwraps Chicago’s role as candy capital

An exhibit chronicling the history of candy in Chicagoland doesn’t sugarcoat the ups and downs of the industry’s history. “It wasn’t ‘Willy Wonka.’ It wasn’t … Read more ›

Government

Elmhurst chooses new electricity provider

Residents angered by repeated electrical power outages will soon have another option — and it may reduce their bills too. The city of Elmhurst has … Read more ›

Crime, Crime and police

Police: Dog fatally shot during walk with owner

The DuPage County Forest Preserve Police are investigating a report of a dog that was shot and killed in or near the Cricket Creek Forest … Read more ›

Arts, History

Historical society plans Zook yard sale

Fans who delight in the whimsy of buildings designed by noted architect and former Hinsdale resident R. Harold Zook may be able to take a … Read more ›

Crime, Crime and police
Charles Tyrone Watkins and Claiborne Robertson (Photos submitted by the Elmhurst Police Department)

Police: Men stole $39K in cigarettes

Two men dressed as police officers stole $39,000 in cigarettes from an Elmhurst store, police said. According to police, the men entered the Little Shopper … Read more ›

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  1. Interesting look at what goes on at the Helen Plum Library.
    Annemarie

    Posted to ALA Snapshot Day at Helen Plum Library - Lombard

  2. Thanks for the update on the Thankgiving Day dinner. Sounds like it was fun.
    Annemarie

    Posted to Elmhurst Rotary and Diplomat West Banquets Host Festive Thanksgiving Dinner - Elmhurst

  3. Great story, Marcia. It’s nice to hear of these men who will now have a place to call home.
    Annemarie

    Posted to From Shelter to Home: Congregation Furnishes PADS Apartment - Elmhurst