Plainfield volunteers log thousands of hours
Photo by Marney Simon | Enterprise StaffThe members of the Plainfield Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) logged more than 4,300 volunteer hours in 2016, according to a report issued to the village...
View ArticleBolingbrook teen performing in Chicago play
Miles Wilson, front, of Bolingbrook, who plays the character of Skye rehearses with his mentor Di Reed of Chicago who plays the Ghost of Malcom X in “Six Stories Up in Haunted Chicago.” Photo courtesy...
View ArticleSaint Paul the Apostle teachers win awards
Jessica Contreras, Rev. John Belmonte, Celeste Jay Jessica Contreras and Celeste Jay were recently honored with the Core Values in Catholic Education award by the Diocese of Joliet. Contreras was...
View ArticleGrove Dental hosts candy buy back in Bolingbrook, Downers Grove
Grove Dental Associates will host a candy buy back event on November 1 through November 8 at its Bolingbrook and Downers Grove locations. This Halloween, trick-or-treaters can bring their excess candy...
View ArticleLocal group working for change in Haitian village
Marnie Van Wyk By Megann Horstead | For The Bugle Many people want to bring the change they wish to see in the world. Not everyone goes on to carry out this aim. When New Life for Haiti picked one...
View ArticleJoliet public schools early preschool programs receive state awards
Congratulations to Forest Park Individual Education (I.E.) School, Edna Keith Elementary School, and Marycrest Early Childhood Center for being recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education for...
View ArticleLewis U, JJC and COD working to keep vets in college
Lewis University is partnering with Joliet Junior College and College of DuPage to enhance student veteran retention and educational success. The new program “Student Veteran Peer to Peer Mentorship...
View ArticleNorth, South both need wins to advance to postseason
By Mark Gregory Sports Editor @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com When Downers Grove South and Downers Grove North meet up in their annual head-to-head football game – there is an automatic extra...
View ArticleRichards nearing the end of a remarkable run
By Matt Le Cren For the Bugle Ask players on any opposing team what their game plan is against the Downers Grove North boys soccer team and you will get the same response every time. Stop Jack...
View ArticleValley View continuing with E-rate funding for technology infrastructure
Program gives schools, libraries a discount for telecommunication By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter As digital learning at the Valley View School District continues to expand, the district is securing...
View ArticlePlainfield recognizes work of the UN
Photo by Marney Simon | Enterprise StaffMembers of the Zonta Club of the Joliet Area accept special recognition from the Village Board on Oct. 16, in honor of United Nations Day. Oct. 24 is United...
View ArticlePlainfield board approves hotel feasibility study
Historic Downtown will be one area considered for boutique hotel Photo by Marney Simon | Enterprise StaffHistoric downtown Plainfield already brings in visitors with unique shops and restaurants. The...
View ArticleSouth boys win third-straight cross title
By Jeff DeGraw For the Bugle The weather cooperated and the streaks continued on Saturday at the Southwest Prairie cross country championships held at Channahon Community Park. Joliet Central’s...
View ArticleNew family style restaurant to take over Applebee’s site in Romeoville
By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter Vacant for more than four years in Romeoville, the former site of Applebee’s will now be home to a new family restaurant. Applebee’s closed in June 2013 after filing...
View ArticleJoliet West invited to perform at 2018 Music for All National Festival
Music for All National Festival brings together the nation’s finest school music ensembles. The Joliet West High School Symphonic Band is invited to perform at the 2018 Music for All National Festival,...
View ArticleJoliet Central holding 7th Annual Veterans Ceremony Nov. 9
On Thursday, November 9, Joliet Central High School will honor local veterans and those currently serving in the armed forces at its 7th annual Veterans Ceremony. This hour-long program begins at 2:20...
View ArticleNorth volleyball primed for a deep run
By Mark Gregory Sports Editor @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com For years, the Downers Grove North girls volleyball team was good enough to compete for a conference or even a regional...
View ArticleOctober brings “awareness” of depression to Will County
Dr. Rita Gray, a licensed psychologist, is the director of clinical training for the Will County Health Department’s Behavioral Health Division. With October being “Depression Awareness Month,” Dr....
View ArticleMaine South earns big win
By Isi Frank Ativie For the Bugle Another big victory is no surprise for Maine South’s football team as it defeated Niles West Friday night 56-9 at Basrak Stadium. The RedHawks are undefeated in the...
View ArticleDowners South falls in regional final
By Matt Le Cren for the Bugle Like the rest of his teammates, Downers Grove South junior goalkeeper Parker Smith had an inconsistent season. Some days Smith kept his team in the game with brilliant...
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