Boy Scout digitizes history of Glencoe homes as part of Eagle Scout project
As he works his way toward earning his Eagle Scout badge, Collin Kastl has spent his summer digging. Not through a trench or a pit, instead through a mountain of...
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Lake Forest receives an award for its public-private partnership with the Elawa Farm Foundation
There are many new offerings at Lake Forest’s Elawa Farms as the city has received an award for its partnership with the Foundation that runs the popular destination.
Lake Forest officials preparing for streetscape improvement project on Deerpath Road next year
Lake Forest officials are preparing residents for a large streetscape improvement project planned for next year on Deerpath Road that will require closure of vehicular traffic for several months.
Former Northbrook Mayor, concert pianist Mark Damisch dies: ‘it was about giving back to the community’
Family, friends and even occasional political adversaries are remembering Mark Damisch for his devotion to Northbrook and his family and someone who toured the world as a concert pianist. Damisch,...
Hoover family land dormant for years in Glencoe now being developed for $2M-plus homes
After years of the property sitting idle, construction has finally begun on the Forest Edge subdivision in Glencoe, with 29 houses set to be part of the project. The sale...
Glencoe trustees OK shared cost of services with Park District, School District 35
Glencoe village trustees have approved a series of agreements with separate governmental bodies both within and outside the village. In July and August, the Village Board updated ongoing arrangements with...
Lake Forest officials continuing review of possible improvements to downtown street
Lake Forest officials are continuing a review and possible enhancement of Bank Lane in the city’s downtown. However, questions remain on the scope, timing, and costs of any potential upgrade.
Einstein Bros Bagels in Lake Forest’s Market Square closes suddenly
One quick serve restaurant option is no longer available in downtown Lake Forest due to the sudden closing of Einstein Bros. Bagels in Market Square.
Voters will decide Nov. 5 whether Glencoe should have home rule
By Daniel I. Dorfman Glencoe voters will have the final say whether to switch to a home rule form of government this fall. Village trustees unanimously approved a measure to...
Lake Bluff library director leaving for position in another North Shore community
The Lake Bluff Library is now looking for a new director as Renee Grassi has submitted her resignation as she is moving to another North Shore community.