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Skaters had fun enjoying the new ice rink at Alexander Park on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023 in Princeton.
A Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association, will begin meeting on the second Thursday of the month starting in February at the Princeton Public Library, 698 E. Peru St.
The group will prepare and deliver Valentine bags to local veterans at nursing and retirement homes.
Illinois Valley residents will have an opportunity to take advantage of winter activities this weekend with a sled dog demonstration planned at Starved Rock State Park, as well as ice skating opportunities in several communities.
The quilt features Princeton colors, blue tigers paws and soft backing fabric. The quilt is approximately 60x76 inches.
The Princeton Public Library has announced that starting Wednesday, Feb. 1, the library will offer a soft rollout of its upgraded patron interaction software.
The Princeton Music Booster, along with students in band and choir, have announced they will be selling Fannie May chocolates through Feb. 6. Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the music department at Princeton High School.
Participants will be able to pick up to four scents from the 50+ options. Everyone will be able to create their own 8 oz. candle.
The Bureau County Fair has announced Josh Turner, Special Guest Sara Evans will headline the Annual Country Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 24 at the Bureau County Fairgrounds at 811 W Peru St. in Princeton.
St. Margaret’s hospital in Peru will close at 7 a.m. Saturday, here's some answers to frequently asked questions.
Local youth, ages 8-18, are invited to participate in the University of Illinois Extension’s 4-H Bureau County Public Presentation Contest. The event will begin at 5 p.m. on Monday, March 20 at the office located at 850 Thompson St. in Princeton.
Less than 48 hours before Peru’s hospital is scheduled to close, St. Margaret’s Health issued an apology Thursday afternoon to its employees and the community for how it handled announcing the closure.
Logan Junior High in Princeton has announced its 2nd Quarter Citizenship Award recipients.
The Bureau County Historical Society will hold a presentation honoring the birthday of President Abraham Lincoln at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Princeton Public Library, 698 E. Peru St. This event is free and open the public.
The Bureau County Fairgrounds has announced its upcoming event schedule. All events will take place at the fairgrounds, located at 811 W. Peru St. in Princeton.