Politics & Government

Glen Ellyn Week in Review: Feb. 13-17

Here's a quick look at this week's newsmakers.

No injuries were reported in this morning's fire near Roosevelt Road and Main Street in Wheaton.

Neighborhood Home Denied Permit to Operate as Church 

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According to Triblocal, the plan commission voted against allowing a Glen Ellyn home to continue operating as a church.

Glen Ellyn Village Trustees Expected to Vote on TIF

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Approving the TIF district for downtown Glen Ellyn is on tonight's agenda.

Where's the Best Place to Buy Flowers for Valentine's Day in Wheaton or Glen Ellyn?

"Best of" features readers' picks for the best places around town. This week we're asking readers to nominate the best florist in town!

Police Blotter: Individual Siphons Gas from Parked Car, Public Intoxication and More

The following arrest information was supplied by the Glen Ellyn Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

Patch Poll: Should Illinois Prohibit all Drivers from Using Handheld Cellphones?

A proposed bill has passed the first step in the Illinois House of Representatives.

Relocating Navistar Employees Funnel More Than $50 Million into DuPage, Kane, Kendall Home Markets

While many transplants chose homes close to their new headquarters, others opted for properties with more open space, according to an area real estate agent.

Committee of DuPage Bar Issues Judge Recommendations

Recommendations based on screening process that looked at five criteria.

Love Compels Glen Ellyn Resident to Reopen Her Mother's Lingerie Boutique

As loved ones rush to buy flowers, sweets and lingerie for Valentine's Day, Glen Ellyn Patch looks at how a niche shop got its start--and survives.

Glen Ellyn Business Hands Out Roses for Valentine's Day

Fast on Site spread a little love in downtown Glen Ellyn as Metra commuters came home.

Glen Ellyn Trustees Approve TIF District 

According to the Daily Herald, Glen Ellyn will move forward will its first ever TIF district.

D87 Superintendent Steps Away From Michigan Job Hunt

Michael Meissen is set to leave his Glenbard post on June 30. It's now unclear where he will go.

DuPage County State's Attorney Seeks Two 'Deadbeat' Glen Ellyn Dads

Officers rounded up numerous DuPage dads on Valentine's Day for being late on child support.

Wheaton Teen Could be Recognized Junior Leader at 2012 Olympics

Vote for Wheaton teen Julia Hildebrand to help her chances of serving as a junior leader for the "Champions of Play" program at the 2012 Olympics.

Mark Your Calendar for Pączki Day

Pączki in any language means delicious.

Former Wheaton Man Sentenced to 35 Years for Producing, Transporting Child Porn

David Vernon Tank, 49, was sentenced yesterday to 35 years in federal prison for producing and transporting child pornography, the FBI announces today.

Do You Owe Chicago Parking, Other Fines?

It's time to pay up. The city is using a new state law to get at your state income tax refund.

Letter to the Editor: Memorial Lights Opponent Resigns from Zoning Board

Mary Ozog was appointed in 2005 and is now stepping down from her post.


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