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Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Charlotte Dellin, New Trier soccer
Charlotte Dellin was a senior forward with the 2024 state-champion Trevians. She scored seven goals in New Trier’s title run and will continue playing next year with Fairfield University. Dellin also played basketball for the Trevians. 1. Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions? Honestly, I never really have until this basketball season. It […] The post Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Charlotte Dellin, New Trier soccer appeared first on The Record.
Alleged Highland Park shooter rejects plea deal he reportedly agreed to outside of court
The accused shooter in the 2022 Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting backed out of a reported plea deal in court Wednesday morning. The office of the Lake County State’s Attorney said before the hearing that it was expecting a possible change of plea from the shooter, who initially pleaded not guilty to […] The post Alleged Highland Park shooter rejects plea deal he reportedly agreed to outside of court appeared first on The Record.
Get the Scoop: Argentine gelato shop to bring new flavor to downtown Wilmette
As the intense summer heat has arrived, the Village of Wilmette welcomes a hero to save the day: Frío Gelato. Aiming to open before the end of the summer, Frío Gelato offers artisanal Argentine gelato and sorbet with a focus on ensuring the highest quality and allergy-friendly products, according to its website. The menu highlights authentic […] The post Get the Scoop: Argentine gelato shop to bring new flavor to downtown Wilmette appeared first on The Record.
Following registration snafu, Park Board hears improvement recommendations
Nearly five months after the Wilmette Park District’s website crashed during summer-camp signups, causing numerous residents to express their frustrations, the results of a follow-up survey and discussion were presented to Park Board members. The results, which were shared with the Park Board at its committee of the whole meeting on Monday, June 24, offered […] The post Following registration snafu, Park Board hears improvement recommendations appeared first on The Record.
Chicago man arrested for 2022 sexual assault of juvenile in Glencoe
A Glencoe police sexual-assault investigation that began in 2022 led to the arrest of a 27-year-old Chicago man earlier this month. Authorities arrested Miguel Unzueta on June 11 for the alleged sexual assault of a juvenile female in 2022 near the Skokie Lagoons, according to Glencoe Deputy Chief Andrew Perley. Perley said Unzueta reportedly connected […] The post Chicago man arrested for 2022 sexual assault of juvenile in Glencoe appeared first on The Record.
Police Reports: Cash burglary of Cocomero, furniture burglary of Highland Park cafe
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 June 20 • A credit cart reportedly was fraudulently opened in a resident’s name and accumulated a balance of more than $10,000. June 17 • Cash reportedly was stolen from […] The post Police Reports: Cash burglary of Cocomero, furniture burglary of Highland Park cafe appeared first on The Record.
Time is up for Big Tomato in downtown Wilmette
A table is opening up in downtown Wilmette’s dining scene. After 13 years at 1109 Central Ave., Big Tomato Pizzeria’s final day is Friday, June 28. Facing declining revenue and an expiring lease, Big Tomato owner Alberto Martinez said “it was about time” to close up shop. A 60-year-old Evanston resident, Martinez said he will […] The post Time is up for Big Tomato in downtown Wilmette appeared first on The Record.
Projected Glencoe Golf Club timeline: approval by September, demo by October, completion by 2026
The Glencoe Golf Club gave an updated timeline for its renovation project during the Glencoe Village Board’s Committee of the Whole meeting on Thursday, June 20. In March 2024, the golf club began laying out a plan to renovate the clubhouse. The project has moved along steadily since, officials said, collecting permits and collaborating with […] The post Projected Glencoe Golf Club timeline: approval by September, demo by October, completion by 2026 appeared first on The Record.
‘No plans yet’ for Beth Hillel property, Park Board president says
The ink on the contract of the Wilmette Park District’s $5.4 million purchase of Beth Hillel Bnai Emunah synagogue has hardly dried, but local officials have already faced questions about the future use of the nearly 5-acre site. Park Board President Kara Kosloskus took a brief moment during the board’s late May Committee of the […] The post ‘No plans yet’ for Beth Hillel property, Park Board president says appeared first on The Record.
The Record’s free Youth in Journalism Workshop is set. Apply now.
The Record North Shore will host its second Youth in Journalism Workshop this summer, welcoming up to 10 area participants for a one-week educational program in August. The workshop is free for anyone age 16-22 who wants to learn more about journalism, whether for a career in the field or just to better understanding reporting and […] The post The Record’s free Youth in Journalism Workshop is set. Apply now. appeared first on The Record.
Three’s a (Smelly) Crowd: Botanic Garden prepares for a third corpse flower bloom
All good things come in threes, and so do bad-smelling things at the Chicago Botanic Garden. The Glencoe venue is preparing for a potential third corpse flower bloom, as the corpse flower Alice has entered its bloom cycle. The staff is closely monitoring Alice’s growth and will provide updates when a more clear bloom date […] The post Three’s a (Smelly) Crowd: Botanic Garden prepares for a third corpse flower bloom appeared first on The Record.
Glencoe considers new parking study as complaints keep coming in
The Village of Glencoe is looking to conduct a parking study to solve concerns about its downtown commercial district. The Village has coordinated with the Village of Winnetka to begin a streetscape planning effort for the Hubbard Woods District. During the Village Board’s Committee of the Whole meeting on June 20, Development Services Director Taylor […] The post Glencoe considers new parking study as complaints keep coming in appeared first on The Record.
One project is done, but construction continues in downtown Highland Park
A busy season of construction projects in Highland Park that will bring more than $30 million worth of public infrastructure improvements to the city is moving forward full speed ahead. City Manager Ghida Neukirch provided the City Council with a series of updates on the ongoing projects and detailed the various phases of construction during […] The post One project is done, but construction continues in downtown Highland Park appeared first on The Record.
News Briefs: Music Institute gala nets major haul; Historical society benefit takes in $152,000; Community foundation honors HPHS student
Winnetka’s The Music Institute of Chicago raised more than $900,000 at its annual gala benefit on May 20 at The Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. The event featured performances by a New Orleans-style band, string and piano students from the Music Institute’s Academy for gifted pre-college musicians, faculty, and members of the music institute’s woodwinds, brass […] The post News Briefs: Music Institute gala nets major haul; Historical society benefit takes in $152,000; Community foundation honors HPHS student appeared first on The Record.
Locally filmed and inspired movie will screen at Midwest Film Festival on Monday, June 24
All roads lead back home. Two years after filming in Chicagoland, including in Wilmette and Highland Park, New Trier High School alumnus and Director Cory Wexler Grant will present his film, “Screams from the Tower,” at the Midwest Film Festival at 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 24, at the Gene Siskel Film Center in Chicago. Tickets […] The post Locally filmed and inspired movie will screen at Midwest Film Festival on Monday, June 24 appeared first on The Record.
Don’t Forget ‘Em: Eighth-graders a vital part of commencement season
The class of 2028 is ready for high school, but not without a celebration first. Eighth grade graduation is a long-standing tradition in the North Shore and beyond, marking the transition from grade school to high school. While entering high school can be daunting for the rising freshmen, graduation celebrations bring families and communities together […] The post Don’t Forget ‘Em: Eighth-graders a vital part of commencement season appeared first on The Record.
Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Stef Kins, Loyola volleyball
Stef Kins was a senior libero for the Ramblers. Kins earned All-State honors while leading Loyola to a fourth-place finish in the state. He will compete with George Mason University starting next year. 1. Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions? This high school season I would always make sure to bring tights to […] The post Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Stef Kins, Loyola volleyball appeared first on The Record.
How a tire got a Wilmette woman across Greenland
After spending seven months dragging a tire — sometimes two — across the North Shore, including the beach and Green Bay Trail up to Highland Park, in preparation for an expedition traversing the Greenland Ice Sheet, Wilmette resident Annie Aggens has heard it all. Community members regularly stopped her during her training to share jokes, […] The post How a tire got a Wilmette woman across Greenland appeared first on The Record.
Lawsuit seeks $5 million while alleging park district forced out and mistreated employee
The husband of a former Wilmette Park District employee is suing the district and its executive director for unfair and “abusive” treatment that negatively impacted the health of his wife, Elizabeth “Liz” Cox, who died in December 2023. The Record North Shore has been investigating the allegations made in the lawsuit and related activity within […] The post Lawsuit seeks $5 million while alleging park district forced out and mistreated employee appeared first on The Record.
Understaffed after ‘several departures,’ the Northfield Police Department looks to incentives to attract officers
Northfield officials are hoping two new incentives will help attract police officers to their community as it faces challenges in filling vacant positions within the police department. The incentives, which the Northfield Board of Trustees unanimously approved at its regular meeting Tuesday, June 18, include financial bonuses for current Village staff, both within the police […] The post Understaffed after ‘several departures,’ the Northfield Police Department looks to incentives to attract officers appeared first on The Record.
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