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Police Reports: Convenience stores burglarized in Wilmette, Highland Park; fleeing and eluding in Northfield
These reports were pulled from the latest police summaries provided by departments in our coverage area (Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park, Northfield, Kenilworth and Glencoe). WILMETTE May 30 • Cartons of cigarettes reportedly were stolen at 3 a.m. from the BP gas station in the 900 block of Green Bay Road. Entry reportedly was gained by […] The post Police Reports: Convenience stores burglarized in Wilmette, Highland Park; fleeing and eluding in Northfield appeared first on The Record.
‘Bet on Yourself’: 2024 grads hear inspirational messages, celebrate special moment during local commencements
As the school year comes to a close, commencement ceremonies marked a special milestone for hundreds of local students. Over the past few weeks, several local high schools celebrated the class of 2024 in recent events. This year’s graduates were welcomed to high school in the fall of 2020 amid the peak of the COVID-19 […] The post ‘Bet on Yourself’: 2024 grads hear inspirational messages, celebrate special moment during local commencements appeared first on The Record.
Man, 75, found in Glencoe swimming pool dies
A man pulled from a swimming pool in Glencoe on Sunday was pronounced dead, according to Glencoe Public Safety and the Lake County Coroner’s Office. David Stein, 75, of Glencoe, died from a “medical event” he suffered while in the residential pool in the 300 block of Old Green Bay Road, said Stephen Newton, with […] The post Man, 75, found in Glencoe swimming pool dies appeared first on The Record.
Ramblers make program history with fourth-place finish in state tourney
For the first time in program history, Loyola Academy boys volleyball raised a state trophy following the IHSA boys volleyball tournament. The Ramblers (38-4) earned a fourth-place finish in the IHSA tournament after regional, sectional and supersectional championships to advance to the state finals on Friday-Saturday, May 31-June 1, at Hoffman Estates High School. Loyola […] The post Ramblers make program history with fourth-place finish in state tourney appeared first on The Record.
Head’s Up! Red-winged blackbirds are here and ready to defend their territory
Look out below. It’s the time of year for local walkers, joggers and leisurely strollers to keep an eye out for the red-winged blackbird, a hyper-protective parent that dive bombs anyone who may come too close to their nest. The Village of Wilmette is just one local organization that has posted signage at known nesting locations […] The post Head’s Up! Red-winged blackbirds are here and ready to defend their territory appeared first on The Record.
First responders pull unresponsive man from residential pool in Glencoe
A 70-year-old man pulled from a Glencoe swimming pool on Sunday afternoon was transported to a hospital in critical condition, according to information from Glencoe Public Safety. Authorities reportedly responded at 12:28 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, to a home in the 300 block of Old Green Bay Road for a report of an unresponsive […] The post First responders pull unresponsive man from residential pool in Glencoe appeared first on The Record.
New Trier hangs tough to win state championship thriller in penalty kicks
It may have felt like a movie to New Trier soccer senior Josie Noble, but even Spielberg would be jealous of this script. A steady rainfall under the lights on a cool evening, a state championship on the line, lead changes, controversy, overtime, a shootout. And — if you’re the Trevians — a happy ending. “Honestly, […] The post New Trier hangs tough to win state championship thriller in penalty kicks appeared first on The Record.
News Briefs: Gillson officially on National Register of Historic Places; Free Metra rides to Ravinia; New asst. superintendent for District 113
According to a release from the Wilmette Park District, Gillson Park has received the National Register of Historic Places designation as part of a national program that places designated properties on a national register for safekeeping and preservation. The Gillson Park designation was announced by the United States Department of the Interior and the National […] The post News Briefs: Gillson officially on National Register of Historic Places; Free Metra rides to Ravinia; New asst. superintendent for District 113 appeared first on The Record.
Highland Park council takes action in effort to curb idling trains
Highland Park’s City Council took action during its meeting to mitigate what city officials described as “excessive noise and air pollution” that’s a result of “unnecessary diesel locomotive idling and excessive horn use.” Councilmembers unanimously approved an ordinance requesting that rail carriers immediately cease unnecessary diesel locomotive idling and excessive horn use to work toward […] The post Highland Park council takes action in effort to curb idling trains appeared first on The Record.
‘Once he opened fire, I had no choice’: Winnetka homeowner tells story of shootout and police provide update
A nightmare for any homeowner was reality for a Winnetka family on Monday morning. “People were all over my property, maybe inside my house,” said John, the homeowner whose name The Record changed to protect his identity. An exchange of gunfire between John and at least one other individual soon followed, resulting in approximately 40 […] The post ‘Once he opened fire, I had no choice’: Winnetka homeowner tells story of shootout and police provide update appeared first on The Record.
Record set at annual Jubilee Jog — a Wilmette tradition
The Jubilee Jog on Memorial Day at St. Joseph’s has become a North Shore sports institution. An overcast sky and temperatures in the low 60s made for ideal running conditions for the 30th annual 5K run and walk under the auspices of St. Joseph and St. Francis Xavier parishes, and William Hague, of Winnetka, responded by […] The post Record set at annual Jubilee Jog — a Wilmette tradition appeared first on The Record.
Gunshots fired in Wilmette results in apprehension of four subjects
Wilmette police took four individuals into custody Wednesday night for allegedly firing a gun multiple times. No one was reported injured and no property damage was located, according to police. According to the a release from the Wilmette Police Department, a Wilmette officer heard several gunshots at 11:51 p.m. near the 3600 block of Lake […] The post Gunshots fired in Wilmette results in apprehension of four subjects appeared first on The Record.
Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Clara Deliduka, New Trier soccer
Clara Deliduka is a senior center back for the Trevians. Deliduka was an All-State selection last year and has led New Trier to 17 straight shutouts. 1. Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions? I don’t eat a lot before games, and I think my main thing is I get super in the mode. […] The post Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Clara Deliduka, New Trier soccer appeared first on The Record.
Incredible New Trier baseball season ends in heartbreak
You can’t win ’em all — a phrase that, in relation to sports, most appropriately suits the game of baseball, likely the most fickle of them all. Even still, New Trier sure did try. The Trevians’ historic season and 30-game winning streak came to an end on Wednesday afternoon, when the Evanston Wildkits’ five-run two-out […] The post Incredible New Trier baseball season ends in heartbreak appeared first on The Record.
Winnetka firm wins competition for Oberweis Dairy
Winnetka-based Hoffmann Family of Companies announced on Wednesday its intent to acquire Oberweis Dairy, the iconic brand founded in Illinois. The private equity firm also said in a media release that it plans to make significant investments in Oberweis, with plans to enhance production capabilities and streamline operations at the Aurora plant in particular. “We […] The post Winnetka firm wins competition for Oberweis Dairy appeared first on The Record.
Police Reports: Several burglaries to work vehicles, gas station broken into
These reports were pulled from the latest police summaries provided by departments in our coverage area (Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park, Northfield, Kenilworth and Glencoe). WILMETTE May 24 • An individual was arrested for allegedly burglarizing a work van in the 1100 block of Forest Avenue. • Two individuals were arrested for allegedly stealing more than […] The post Police Reports: Several burglaries to work vehicles, gas station broken into appeared first on The Record.
Highland Park library’s expansion plans inching closer to City review
The most visited building in the City of Highland Park is ready for some big changes. During a City Council committee of the whole session on Tuesday, May 28, representatives from the Highland Park Public Library offered councilmembers an early opportunity to check out what could be in store for the local entity’s next chapter. Library […] The post Highland Park library’s expansion plans inching closer to City review appeared first on The Record.
Special ‘Del’ivery: Dellin’s 6th goal in 4 games sends New Trier to state for first time in five years
Three was the magic number for New Trier girls soccer on Tuesday evening. The Trevians 1-0 victory over Lyons Township was special for a trio of reasons: 1.) It sent New Trier to the state finals; 2.) It gave the team, according to the IHSA, the state record for most consecutive shutouts (17); and 3.) […] The post Special ‘Del’ivery: Dellin’s 6th goal in 4 games sends New Trier to state for first time in five years appeared first on The Record.
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