Month: December 2019

Environment National

John Kerry, Arnold Schwarzenegger, declare war on climate change

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Writer Justine Calma submitted the following article to The Verge: “They launched their new initiative today along with A-list celebrities. “Former U.S. secretary of state John Kerry and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger declared war on climate change. The two led an all-star cast of lawmakers and celebrities to launch...

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Community Events

Santa on Broadway in Aurora

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Santa will stop by shops along Broadway in downtown Aurora this month in the return of the program Santa on Broadway. Children can enjoy a visit and pictures with Santa from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the following dates and locations: • Saturday, Dec. 14, Santa will stop at...

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Events

Sign Language Santa at Luigi’s Pizza and Fun Center in Aurora December 12

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A costumed-volunteer Santa Claus, Dan Basalone of Lisle, will use American Sign Language to “talk” Christmas wishes with 50 deaf kids and caregivers from East Aurora and West Aurora public school districts at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12 at the ninth annual pizza party and gift giveaway at Luigi’s Pizza,...

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West Aurora Cemetery Board Meeting Dec. 28

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The West Aurora Cemetery Board of Trustees will hold its annual meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28. at the home of a Board member. This historic cemetery, 543 Wilder Street in Aurora, is the oldest cemetery in Aurora and contains the graves of many of Aurora’s founders. Military burials...

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Lehnertz crib blessing Sunday in Aurora

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A drive down Lehnertz Avenue and Lehnertz Circle, on Aurora’s northeast side of Aurora, at Sheridan Street and Lehnertz Avenue, likely will elicit the spirit of the season. The homeowners have joined to tell the story of Christ’s birth, with displays in front of every home from Sheridan Street, across...

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Ben Franklin: Frugality, temperance, man of all-around talents

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Ben Franklin was a Founding Father and in his 84-year old life, America’s best scientist, inventor, diplomat, writer, and business strategist. He was the only man who shaped all the founding documents of the United States which were the Albany Plan of Union, the Declaration of Independence, the treaty of...

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Events

Neighborhood Activities: 12-12-19

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Aurora • Through December 26 Phillips Park Festival of Lights Everyone can drive through one of the largest free light shows in northern Illinois. The Festival of Lights at Phillips Park, 1000 Ray Moses Drive, has more than 25,000 cars every year to view dozens of displays totaling more than...

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Cats of all sizes offer interesting information; elephants, too

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Because I was writing about pets (last time, I mean) I thought I’d continue. Humankind is finally learning about animal intelligence and behavior. In the past, animals were generally thought of as something dumb, disposable, targets for hunters, creatures in the way of progress. How could we build large environment-polluting,...

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Village of Montgomery: Check presentation, bike share program, liquor license

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The Montgomery 5K and 10K River Run Committee members, Matt Brolley, second from left, Village president, and Pete Wallers, Engineering Department, right, present checks to Quartermaster Tim Juillett, Montgomery VFW Post 7452, left, and representatives of the Montgomery Rotary Club, third and fourth from left, at Monday's Village Board meeting.

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Police

Oswego Police Department issues 15 citations

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The Oswego Police Department issued 15 seat belt citations during the recent Thanksgiving enforcement campaign. The Oswego Police Department took the following enforcement actions. • Two speeding citations; • Seven distracted driving (use of electronic communications) citations. Law enforcement agencies throughout Illinois participated to save lives by getting impaired drivers...

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Ask Grandpa: A new twist to old phone scam revealed

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Grandpa,I got a new twist to an old scam. A phone call came from a number in (a different) area code. I did not recognize the number so I did not answer it. Because they did not leave a message, I called back to see if it was a scam....

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Aurora Historical Society bestows Victoria award on 2 rooms

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Honoring the late-Victorian period of the Tanner House Museum, the Aurora Historical Society (AHS) has bestowed its holiday season Victoria award on two rooms this year, decorated by Michael Bryant and Kevin and Rachel Rose Bee. The honor, given for the first time last year, recognizes rooms that capture some...

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Retired Teachers donate clothes

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Even in retirement, former Aurora-area teachers remember Fox Valley students. Aurora-based Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association recently donated 474 items of Winter gear–homemade and from stores–to Communities in Schools (CIS). Included were 208 socks, 146 gloves, 113 Winter hats, five scarves, and two blankets. CIS will distribute the gear to...

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Opinion Religion

Pro-Life League in caroling tours

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With the Christmas season upon us again, we’re hearing once more about the so-called “War on Christmas.” But one pro-life leader is offering a different take on this annual controversy. “The real War on Christmas has nothing to do with slogans on coffee cups or the words retail workers use...

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Education

Aurora Public Library Winter Reading Challenge, for all ages, runs into 2020

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Winter break is right around the corner and so is the Winter Reading Challenge! This fun challenge will start December 16 and will run through January 18, 2020 at the Aurora Public Library (APL). It’s for everyone, from children to adults. Each Library location will provide BINGO cards for any...

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Events

Plano Library events include ESL classes

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The Plano Community Library, 15 W. North Street, will be host to many events this month. For more information and to register, visit planolibrary.info or call 630-552-2009. • Knit and Crochet Group, Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon. This informal group works on its own projects, discusses types and colors of...

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Toys for Tots drive at Kifowit office provides cheer

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Encouraging residents to donate new toys for children in the community, State representative Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will be host to another annual Marine “Toys for Tots” Toy drive at her District Office, 1677 Montgomery Road, Suite 116, in Aurora. Kifowit has a collection bin for the Marine Toys for Tots...

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Montgomery electric charging station new

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The Village of Montgomery, in cooperation with Kane County, unveiled its new charging station for electric vehicles at Village Hall, 200 N. River Street December 5. The charging station was a partnership project with Kane County to provide the physical charging station and the Village providing the manpower and supplies...

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