Sandwich

Covering April 27 through May 3, here's a schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator/Seneca area for the coming week.

A concert featuring folk singer, songwriter Mark Dvorak will be held at the Sandwich Public Library to support the Diaper Closet, a nonprofit that provides diapers and wipes to families in need.

Several Northwestern Medicine sites will offer drive-up locations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday for community members to safely dispose of unused medications.

A La Salle County grand jury convened Tuesday and returned the following indictments.

Covering April 20 through April 26, here's a schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator/Seneca area.

The Kendall County Community Food Pantry serves not only Kendall County, but DeKalb and LaSalle counties as well. It serves an average of 450 families a week.

The United Church of Sandwich is hosting its annual Pork Chop Drive-Thru BBQ from 4-5:30 p.m. on April 27, at at 512 Lions Road, across from the Sandwich High School.

Voters in Kendall County this election determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

Looking for something to do this upcoming Easter weekend in DeKalb County? Check out some ideas here, along with previews for local family-friendly events to expect this spring.

Voters in La Salle and Bureau counties this election determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

Sandwich Mayor Todd Latham faced two opponents in the April 1 consolidated election – 4th Ward Alderman Rick Whitecotton, whose term expires in April, and aircraft mechanic Colton Otto.

Legislation that recently passed the Illinois House bans specific mascots and logos related to Native American names and imagery. The legislation would require Illinois K-12 schools with these mascots to replace them.

The Indian Valley Vocational Center recently announced its Outstanding Spring Students for the 2024 to 2025 school year.

Here's our schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator/Seneca area for the week of April 13 through April 19.

The Federated Church will host its annual spring rummage sale to benefit Open Door Rehabilitation Center on April 25 and 26.

Opinion: April has brought the end of Mac & Cheese Madness and the start of spring events, writes Alexis Aviles of the DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Families across DeKalb County can look forward to a variety of festive egg hunts and community events as Easter approaches on April 20. Check out the Daily Chronicle's list

A schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator/Seneca area for the week of April 6-12.

Improvements will include a comprehensive update of both cardio machines and weight training equipment.

Sandwich Mayor Todd Latham, who is seeking a second term, face two opponents in Tuesday’s election – 4th Ward Alderman Rick Whitecotton, whose term expires in April, and aircraft mechanic Colton Otto.

The Indian Valley Theatre recently announced the cast for its upcoming production of “Charlotte’s Web.” Performances will be held at 7 p.m. April 4 and 7 and at 2 p.m. April 6 at the Sandwich Opera House, 140 E. Railroad St.

Voters this week in DeKalb County determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

With the Kendall County polls closed at 7 p.m., all that’s left is the counting. While the votes are being tabulated, here is what we’re most looking forward to learning tonight.

It's Election Day in DeKalb County. Polls are open until 7 p.m., and feature many contested races including for mayor, council or township trustee, school or park board seats. Here are some races the Daily Chronicle news team is watching today

This spring, La Salle and Bureau county voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

This spring, Kendall County voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

This spring, DeKalb County voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

The Sandwich Police Department joined forces with state and local law enforcement and highway safety partners in the St. Patrick’s Day enforcement campaign.

The city of Sandwich has applied for Illinois Environmental Protection Agency loans to help finance an estimated $17.2 million in improvements to its aging water system.

Concrete is being poured at Fox Valley Family YMCA's $16 million new East Branch facility in Bristol, and investments are being made at their Plano and Sandwich locations. With the expanding services, they are keeping a close eye on federal uncertainties.

Sandwich Police Chief Kevin Senne talked about the Sandwich Police Department’s 2024 Annual Report at a March 10 community meeting at the Sandwich police station.

Spring sports are here, and to get you ready here's a schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator area for the coming week.

Indian Valley Theatre is now accepting applications for the annual Mimi Bryan Memorial Scholarship, which honors the legacy of the theater’s founding member.

Beth Lynch has been named as the new executive director of the Sandwich Area Chamber of Commerce.

A schedule of high school sporting events across the Ottawa/Streator area for the week ahead.

For the Fall 2024 semester, the following students were named to the Academic Honors list at Illinois Valley Community College. 

Last fall, a total of 162 students earned 185 degrees and certificates from Illinois Valley Community College. 

Plans are moving forward to build 58 new houses in Fairwind subdivision in Sandwich.

Fay’s Finest Foods hopes to be selling its grilled chicken, pork chops and other fare by next month in the former Heartland Bank on Gletty Road.

A schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator area for the coming week of March 2 through March 8, 2025.

Todd Latham on a top priority for Sandwich: Infrastructure: Streets, Water, Sewer, Storm Sewer by applying for Federal and State grants with local matching funds or obtaining low interest rate loans

Colton Otto: We should actively support local businesses by streamlining permits, ensuring business-friendly zoning and eliminating unnecessary regulations.

Chris Shue joins the Fox Valley Family YMCA after serving as the CEO of a social services agency in Chicago.

A schedule of local high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator/Seneca area for the coming week.

Recently, the Sandwich City Council has been talking about possibly restricting how long a food truck can operate in one location.

The Indian Valley Theatre is accepting applications for its annual Mimi Bryan Memorial Scholarship for Sandwich-area graduating seniors.

Second Ward Alderwoman Rebecca Johnson has decided to run as a write-in candidate after being bumped off the April 1 election ballot because of objections to her nominating petition.

A schedule of prep sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator area for the coming week.

Indian Valley Theatre will present "Charlotte's Webb," featuring a variety of cast members from different communities.

For Feb. 9 through Feb. 15, 2025, here's a schedule of high school sporting events in the Ottawa/Streator area.