Beach bash celebrates new Gillson Park beach houseGillson Park Beach opened this summer with a new beach house. June 11, 2019
Regina Dominican High School 2019 graduates 'sisters for life'Sixty-two girls from the North Shore, Chicago and across the suburbs were among the class of 2019 graduates at Regina Dominican High School in Wilmette. June 07, 2019
Wilmette School District 39 officials investigating anti-Semitic threatUrging students to be "upstanders," officials with Wilmette School District 39 are investigating what they are calling a 'hateful' anti-semitic threat. June 06, 2019
New Trier High School grads determined to give back, make a differenceNew Trier High School held graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2019 on June 2, 2019. June 04, 2019
Departing District 39 superintendent honored for launching inclusion-based preschoolDeparting Wilmette School District 39 Supt Ray Lechner is being honored for his work as the founder of an inclusion-based Early Childhood Education program. June 03, 2019
Loyola Academy adding new aquatic center, piazza in $19.5 million building projectOfficials at Loyola Academy are nearing the completion of a $19.5 million construction project at the private Catholic high school in Wilmette. May 30, 2019
Loyola Academy celebrates 'leadership and grit' of 2019 graduatesLoyola Academy in Wilmette held commencement on May 25, 2019. May 28, 2019
New Trier students' research project prompts sustainable fashion show, fundraiserA group of New Trier High School students who researched the fashion industry and its impacts on the environment and models present a fashion show. May 20, 2019
Shout Out: Fahim Zuberi, owner of Lapels Dry Cleaning in WilmetteMeet Wilmette business owner Fahim Zuberi. May 20, 2019
Former Loyola Academy girls soccer coach files lawsuit against school; claims firing over alleged inappropriate comments unfoundedA former girls soccer coach who was fired by Loyola Academy for alleged inappropriate comments to players has filed a lawsuit against the high school. May 16, 2019
Wilmette residents invited to celebrate arrival of new fire engineWilmette residents are invited to a Saturday dedication ceremony for the fire department's new Pierce Fire Engine. May 14, 2019
Shout Out: Renee Dominguez, Family Service Center executive directorMeet Renee Dominguez, executive director of Family Service Center. May 13, 2019
New Trier Debate Team has strong showing in national tournamentMembers of the New Trier Debate Team rounded out an award-winning season by competing at the Tournament of Champions in Kentucky last month. May 11, 2019
Wilmette police launch new 911 cell phone program that provides responders with instant informationPolice are rolling out a new Smart911 and Alert program that allows residents to set up profiles to give first responders and dispatchers information automatically. May 09, 2019
Pescadero Seafood & Oyster Bar opens in Wilmette with focus on seasonal offeringsA new seafood restaurant has opened in downtown Wilmette from the owners of another popular local eatery. May 07, 2019
Chicago-area Holocaust survivors and family members troubled by recent anti-Semitic acts: 'Never forget'For the hundreds of Chicago-area Holocaust survivors and family members who gathered in Wilmette on Sunday, the latest chapter of anti-Semitic violence and rhetoric underscores an urgent message to "never forget." May 06, 2019
After 118 accidents, Wilmette officials approve $1.5 million project at problematic intersectionThe Wilmette Village Board this week approved a plan to improve the intersection of Skokie Boulevard and Lake Avenue, which officials said is a critical project due to safety concerns. April 30, 2019
Durbin, Duckworth request $2.5 million to 'fully fund' nation's new Firefighter Cancer RegistryU.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth have joined 31 of their colleagues in requesting $2.5 million to fully fund the Firefighter Cancer Registry. April 24, 2019
Wilmette Public Library grounds get an 'environmentally-friendly' makeoverNew pathways, seating and native plantings are among the highlights of an outdoor renovation project kicking-off this week on the grounds at the Wilmette Public Library. April 16, 2019
North Shore's Music Theater Works prepares for new seasonA North Shore theater company kicked off their new season with a gala celebration. April 16, 2019
Wilmette School District 39 assigns interim principal at McKenzie Elementary SchoolOfficials at Wilmette School District 39 have named an interim principal to take the helm at McKenzie Elementary School. April 16, 2019
Wilmette officials say 'monumental decision' on pension fund will save village $38 millionDescribed as one of the most "consequential decisions" made by the Wilmette Village Board, officials this week launched a new pension fund plan. April 11, 2019
New Trier Township residents with property assessment sticker shock seek appealsCook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi spoke to New Trier Township residents about their property tax assessments. April 11, 2019
Wilmette library to host commnity conversations on American identityThe Wilmette Public Library is set to host community conversations based on a PBS documentary called "American Creed." April 08, 2019
Following fiercely-contested Wilmette trustee race, voters elect team of incumbents, newcomersFollowing a fiercely-contested trustee race, Wilmette voters on Tuesday, April 2, elected a hybrid team of incumbents and newcomers to the village board. April 05, 2019
Wilmette voters cast ballots in hotly-contested trustee raceElection night coverage of Wilmette Village Board results. Seven candidates are running for four seats on the board. April 02, 2019
Wilmette Bakers Square restaurant near Old Orchard abruptly shutteredVillage officials said Monday they are unsure why the Wilmette Bakers Square restaurant was abruptly shuttered earlier this month, after decades of operation. April 01, 2019
Regina Dominican film festival to mark 60th yearRegina Dominican High School in Wilmette is staging a special film festival April 5-7 to celebrate its 60th anniversary. April 01, 2019
CDC wants firefighters to join registry aimed at preventing duty-related cancer deathsThe CDC's National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health is encouraging firefighters to participate in a voluntary registry. March 29, 2019