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Aurora recently established its Complete Count Committee to work to make sure Aurora gets an accurate count of its population in the 2020 U.S. census.
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Aurora seeks new maintenance deals at train stations
As Aurora looks at fixing a staircase at the Route 59 station, it is looking at its maintenance agreements there and at the Aurora Transportation Center.
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce didn't have to look far to find a new leader.
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Oswego may hire part-time help to deal with increased call for services
In response to increasing calls for services, the Oswego Village Board Tuesday will vote on three new part-time administrative positions for the village.
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RiverEdge concert lineup changes include Megadeth cancellation
Due to health problems for Eddie Money and Dave Mustaine of Megadeth, RiverEdge Park in Aurora has announced two concert changes.
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'I didn't believe it at first': Will Wolfe now a Wolve after transferring from Aurora Christian to Oswego East
Oswego East should receive a big boost in basketball with the transfer of Will Wolfe, a Class 2A all-state selection last season, from Aurora Christian.
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Yorkville blade sharpener looks to stay on the cutting edge
Gregg Weinstock of Yorkville clearly has an edge to him, but for Jenny Close of Montgomery, that’s just fine.
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'Rockin' on the Rooftop' set for St. Charles
St. Charles History Museum and Ron Onesti will partner to host “Rockin’ on the Rooftop” from 5 to 9 p.m. June 22 in St. Charles.
Shingles and its complications turned my daughter-in-law's life upside down. But good luck finding the new vaccine that helps prevent it.
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Man charged in St. Charles home invasion, sexual assault
Carter allegedly sexually assaulted the victim who was asleep on a coach. Police found Carter in front of the residence.
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'Your health is very important,' judge tells Montgomery cancer patient who begins prison term over THC-infused chocolate
A Montgomery cancer patient who ordered 42 pounds of THC-infused chocolate in 2014 began serving his four-year prison sentence Friday, his attorney said.
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Oswego Prairie Fest celebrates 32nd year with longtime fans
Some of the visitors on the third day of Prairie Fest have been coming out almost as long as the event has been around.
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Blues on the Fox fans head outside for 'a good, easy listen' to kick off summer
Ana Popovic, Taj Mahal and Jamiah Rogers were among the headliners scheduled to perform at the 23rd annual music festival.
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Thinking of 'Big Papi': Geraldo Perdomo, Kane County Cougars stunned by shooting of David Ortiz
Geraldo Perdomo’s hometown is Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic, where David Ortiz was shot at nightclub.
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Dusted by Ashley: Oswego East's Ashley Schultz is the 2019 Beacon-News Softball Player of the Year
Northwestern recruit Ashley Schultz was a force defensively as a catcher and with her bat for Oswego East in becoming the program's career home run leader.
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Announcing the 2019 Beacon-News Softball All-Area Team
Oswego East's Ashley Schultz, a Northwestern recruit, headlines the top softball players in the Aurora area for the 2019 season.
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Museum tells 'amazing' story of St. Charles family that survived the sinking of the Titanic
The St, Charles History Museum has a new exhibit which looks at a St. Charles mother and her children who survived the sinking of the Titanic.
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Aurora looks at $10 million purchase of land near outlet mall
City of Aurora officials are looking at spending up to $10 million to buy nine properties along Bilter Road near Chicago Premium Outlets.
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Deal could put Mutual Ground in former Todd School in Aurora
A deal between West Aurora schools and the city of Aurora could end up with Mutual Ground moving its facility to the former Todd School.
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Aurora in line for more funding from state to fight blight
Aurora should get another $250,000 from a state program to fight blighted properties in neighborhoods.
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Aurora offers regular spots for food trucks
The city of Aurora is providing space for food trucks and mobile food vendors to be open and serve during the week.
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Son looking for closure after father fatally hit crossing street in Montgomery
Family and friends of Thomas DeVore, who was killed while crossing Douglas Avenue in Montgomery in August, want answers and a safer roadway.
The West Aurora School District board recently added a new dean of students and district administrator.