David Petesch

“It’s just a reminder for everyone of our ethical obligations,” Mayor Todd Latham said. “I think we need to be mindful and keep the confidentiality of closed session discussions.”

In the past five years, the village has approved proposals and concept plans for six luxury apartment complexes totaling 1,658 units, two rental townhome communities totaling 317 units and one community of 149 single-family homes for rent.

Organizers said there were 31 vendors and 375 entry tickets sold, with over 400 people estimated in attendance, including children who were admitted for free.

Five OHS seniors and varsity football players showed up to support the OYTF 9U players on game day, Saturday Sept. 17.

The Village of Oswego has seen a wave of rental housing construction in recent years, as apartments, townhomes, and now even single family homes are being built to rent.

Deputy Chief Kevin Norwood explained the department’s need to purchase the vehicles during the board’s committee-of-the-whole meeting.

Daniel Slocum was promoted to sergeant and Emmaline Waid was sworn-in as the Oswego Police Department’s newest officer, bringing the department to 52 sworn officers.

The Taste of Sandwich will return to downtown Sandwich next Wednesday, Sept. 28.

Yorkville High School student, train enthusiast and aspiring Eagle Scout George Werderich held a ribbon cutting for the pavilion-style train station he built in Plowman’s Park to the Big Rock Plowing Match Association.

Sandwich city employees can add vaping and tobacco dip to the list of nicotine products that are off-limits while on the clock.

Sandwich public schools were put on lockdown Wednesday morning around 8:30 a.m. while authorities were searching for a Plano man wanted for not appearing in court on various weapons charges.

With an event of this size, the local visitors bureau expects to see an increase in residual spending from guests, spectators and even participants.

“Wine OFF the Fox highlights breast cancer awareness, raises funds and allows our community to enjoy live entertainment and a wine tasting,” Village President Troy Parlier said.

The parking issue has caused ongoing turmoil between the Oswego School District 308 Board, Village Board and residents.

Village President Troy Parlier said the retirement of Sgt. Page M. Bond is a great loss to the community, but noted on the positive side the number of officers on the department continue to grow.