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Serving Wounded Warriors and the Survivors of our Fallen Heroes

By Social Security Administration | Friday at 12:21 p.m.

It’s an American tradition to pay tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces each Memorial Day — especially honoring those who have … Read more ›

Wheaton Academy's Brandon Ruggles is setting up a basketball skills camp so that four classmates can attend a leadership camp in the summer. (Photo submitted by Holly Ruggles)

Wheaton Academy student organizes basketball skills camp to aid four classmates

By Jeff Vorva | May 17 at 2:08 p.m.

There is no “wait ‘til next year” attitude for Wheaton Academy junior Brandon Ruggles and he is setting up a basketball skills clinic to help … Read more ›

From the community

Thank You Woodridge!

By Kelly Anaya | May 14 at 9:15 a.m.

The West Suburban Community Pantry is very thankful and grateful to the Letter Carriers, volunteers and residents of Woodridge for their very generous donations of … Read more ›

Tom Weisner, Mayor of Aurora welcomes Community Housing Advocacy and Development to the neighborhood
From the community

CHAD opens new office at 8 E. Galena Plaza

By Mark Billings | May 11 at 3:03 p.m.

Federal funds designed to help communities grappling with foreclosures are also helping a nonprofit group open a new office in downtown Aurora. Community Housing Advocacy … Read more ›

Activity Director Larry Lindholm (from left), and Administrator Karen Sorbero present Blaine Bowen of Joliet the Schuth Gratia Deo Volunteer of the Year award during Sunny Hill Nursing Home of Will County’s volunteer tea. (Photo courtesy of Sunny Hill Nursing Home of Will County)
From the community

Sunny Hill Nursing Home names outstanding volunteers

By Tammy Reiher, Will County Executive's office | May 10 at 12:39 p.m.

JOLIET — Blaine Bowen was named Sunny Hill Nursing Home’s 2011 Schuth Gratia Deo Volunteer of the Year during the facility’s annual volunteer tea, that … Read more ›

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Zumbathon for Breast Cancer

By Diane Quinn Erickson | May 2 at 9:36 a.m.

Come join the largest latest dance fitness craze… ZUMBA! As a benefit for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, certified Zumba instructor Mary Boyer will … Read more ›

From the community

Forget Spring Cleaning; Scrub Down Your Budget Instead

By Social Security Administration | April 26 at 4:22 p.m.

Spring is officially here. That means it’s time for spring cleaning! People everywhere are shedding the effects of fall and winter. But what about dusting … Read more ›

John Perry, President of the Woodridge Rotary Club, presents $1000 to SEASPAR Fund Development Coordinator Lisa Rasin at a recent lunch provided for the Club by SEASPAR Eagles at their learning center in Darien.
From the community

Woodridge Rotary Has Successful Year Giving Back to the Community

By Woodridge Rotary Club | April 21 at 5:46 p.m.

As the Woodridge Rotary Club’s fiscal year draws to a close, the Club is in the process of awarding grants to local organizations which provide … Read more ›

Nanci Garoon Leigner, left, with her friend, Michele Snyder. Leigner was named TribLocal Hero. (Submitted photo)

Foundation aims to prevent teen deaths from sudden cardiac arrest

By Sheryl DeVore | April 18 at 11:19 a.m.

Jenny Snyder, who would have celebrated her 21st birthday this month, died four years ago on a Glenview soccer field from sudden cardiac arrest. The … Read more ›

From the community

Comcast Cares Day Is April 21

By Sheree Teller | April 13 at 2:23 p.m.

Comcast: Angelynne Amores, 847/489.6296, as_amores@cable.comcast.com Calling All Illinois, NW Indiana and SW Michigan Volunteers! Comcast Cares Day is April 21 On Saturday, April 21, thousands … Read more ›

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