As longtime residents of Aurora Township, it is clear to us the only qualified candidate for Township supervisor is Bill Catching. Bill has performed admirably in his position and truly represented the entire community effectively and selflessly. He has the experience and the slate of candidates to continue to be an effective servant of the Township and its residents…
February 8, 2021Dear editor; We need COVID-19 relief now and with democracy returned to the White House we’re going to get it. President Joe Biden ran on and is pursuing a $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief bill as rapidly as he can make it happen. A compromise from the other side
For many years we have enjoyed having Colonial Café guests at our Aurora location in West Plaza. February 24, we will be closing the location, but we look forward to still serving guests in St. Charles at 1625 E. Main Street, or in Naperville at 1101 S. Washington Street. A
FastCompany published the following article by Enel X North America in addressing climate change. “As 2021 kicks off with growing optimism that the end of the COVID-19 pandemic could be close, much of the world’s attention again should be turning to the ongoing climate crisis. Among the record number of
It really is all right. Yes, Virginia, I have a sweet tooth. As a child if I had a Three Muskateers in my special cigar box of goodies, I was rich. I liked Double Bubble gum, Baby Ruth, Milky Way, Snickers, chocolate anything. My Father would stop at Prospect Bakery
Here is the League of Women Voters Aurora Area (LWVAA) forum schedule and voter guide access for the consolidated election Tuesday, April 6. Forums: • Aurora Alderman at Large: Wednesday, Feb. 24, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.. • Aurora Alderman Wards 4, 7, 10: Wednesday, Feb. 24, 8 p.m. to
By Dawn M. Staszak One of the most controversial aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the concept of shutdowns. Earlier, many of us did not understand why grocery stores could stay open and bars and restaurants were targeted for closure. Of course, none of us is an infectious disease
From the vault: December 26, 2013 (revised): This essay is actually a revision of a revision. The original version appeared 20 years ago when I was writing for TONIT (that other newspaper in town). The message remains the same, however, because it involves public safety. Besides, I am currently suffering
DuPage County and SCARCE are now accepting project proposals from local high school students for the 15th annual Sustainable Design Challenge. The Sustainable Design Challenge, which encourages students to construct building and landscape models using environmental and conservation-friendly design practices, will be held virtually with project submissions due in April.
The Village of Oswego and the Illinois Department of Transportation have agreed on improvements that can be added this Spring to improve pedestrian safety and traffic flow along Washington Street (Route 34) in downtown Oswego. The Oswego Village Board Tuesday, Feb. 2 agreed to a plan that includes new signs
If you have Royalty now reigning in your place,Let’s hope your common heritage finds favor with the Sire.Let’s also hope the “passing muster” stage you had to faceResulted in a favoritism both of you desire.A caution though…a reigning monarch may well play a game;Where you will be advised of what’s
“The Long Shadow,” a documentary directed by Frances Causey, captures the troubling tale of racism in the United States and demonstrates how slavery continues to cast a long shadow on our national identity. Causey will join Aurora Public Library District (APLD) and is a partner with libraries at 7 p.m.
Senior Services Associates and the Oswego Senior Center are offering a special Zoom Valentine’s Day party for seniors. Edizon Dayao will perform a variety of love songs and fun music for all to enjoy. There will be a nice variety of prizes that we will be raffling off at the
The Yorkville Public Library wants to thank our community which has surpassed our Winter Reading Challenge goal of 20,000 minutes in the months of January and February. An anonymous donor presented a new challenge. If the community reads another 20,000 minutes by February 26, the donor will match the Friends
Grandpa says: Grandpa wishes to thank loyal readers of The Voice. With your loyalty and indulgence, Grandpa is, as of today, entering his 10th year responding to the pulse of our varied readership. I look forward to serving you for many years to come. Grandpa,I was at the hospital for
Reverend Kyle Dern, center, outreach pastor at Calvary Church in Naperville, directs traffic at the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry’s second drive-thru Kids’ Pop-Up food giveaway Saturday.
Mayor of Aurora, Richard C. Irvin and Aurora Police Chief Kristen Ziman address the uptick in crime, particularly shootings and homicides at a February 3 media briefing.
The Naperville Fire Department is proud to announce its entire chief officer staff members have achieved, or are, actively working toward the Chief Fire Officer designation from the Center for Public Safety Excellence and The Commission on Professional Credentialing. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence among fire service personnel at the
I started thinking about how unique this path really is. One feels extraordinarily safe. Everyone is basically going in the same direction with the same destination in mind. Every town and village awaits in anticipation the approach of the perigrinos, with beds and food at the ready. In the mornings cafes facilitate the early risers by opening their doors before sunrise to bleary-eyed pilgrims seeking a cup of Joe before embarking on the day’s adventure. As each day progresses, smaller villages along the route offer refreshment and food for those who are hungry, or in need of a little respite.
By Bobby Narang Basketball is back. After a long absence because of the COVID-19 pandemic, that stretched into early February, high school basketball was back in full force in Illinois last week. Although some teams had trouble scheduling games at the last minute, several teams played multiple games in a
