The IDPH state board voted to approve OSF’s consolidation plan on Tuesday night in Bolingbrook, despite a strong effort from communities on the east side of La Salle County.

The Barn at Deer Park recently opened for year-round events in Ottawa.

The Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board will meet Tuesday, Nov. 18, to vote on OSF HealthCare’s consolidation plan and whether or not St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Ottawa can keep its obstetrics and intensive care units open.

A Wendy’s spokesperson confirmed the news on behalf of the franchisee. Restaurant team members have been offered employment opportunities at nearby restaurants.

Fajitas Mexican restaurant is moving to the former John’s North Star in La Salle.

Stubbz Galley closed for the season at the South Shore Boat Club in Peru.

Unique Boutique has reopened at the Peru Mall for Christmas shopping.

Roosty’s Chicken & Shakes hopes to be open by the end of the year.

The little castle on Main Street in Ottawa has life once again, as Keely’s Castle recently opened at the site of the former Prince Castle ice cream shop.