Oswego

Communities across northern Illinois saw a wide variety of new dining options open for business this past year.

Danelli’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria in Oswego is set to close its doors on Dec. 29 because its owners are retiring.

Oswego Police conducted a traffic safety campaign from Nov. 22 to Dec. 2 aimed at reminding motorists to buckle up and drive sober.

The new policy, which takes effect Jan. 1, is an effort by the district to reduce the chance of online threats and to help students focus on their school work.

Oswego Presbyterian Church will host a Styrofoam® recycling event where community members can drop off acceptable foam materials.

The Oswegoland Senior and Community Center's annual Cards for Vets project spread holiday cheer to veterans in local senior living facilities.

The Oswego Fire Protection District were dispatched on Dec. 14 to extinguish a car fire that spread into an attached garage fire, threatening the adjourning living residence.

The Oswego Fire Protection District and School District 308 partnered for the Toys for Tots program, collecting nearly 7,000 items to spread holiday cheer to local children in need.

Crews are working to restore stoplights at the intersection of Route 34 and Douglas Road in Oswego, but it could take some time.

The Little White School Museum in Oswego will be closed from Dec. 24 to 26 for the Christmas holiday.

The village of Oswego is teaming up with other governing bodies to create a path so some Oswego East High School students can safely walk to school.

At the Dec. 10 Oswego Village Board meeting, Oswego village trustees unanimously approved hiring Itasca-based Williams Architects to design the new public works building using two different options.

The Little White School Museum will present a radio play of "A Christmas Carol," featuring the story of Ebenezer Scrooge.

The Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist celebrated the season with its 20th annual display of 50 nativity sets from around the world.

Retiring Oswego Deputy Police Chief Chris Biggs was honored at the Dec. 10 Oswego Committee-of-the-Whole meeting.

The death of Oswego and Westmont restaurateur Matthew Verde has left a void in both communities

A new Starbucks is set to open up on Orchard Road in Oswego before the year is out.

Oswego School Dist. 308 is taking requests for proposals to redevelop the former Traughber Junior High School at 61 Franklin St. in Oswego into a multi-use sports facility.

The three-story, 40-unit independent senior apartment building would be built on about 5.6 acres east of Ogden Falls Boulevard and south of Route 34.

Officials hope that doing so will help collect outstanding fees from students, lessening the financial burden on the district.

The Oswegoland Park District is offering discounts on pool passes.

The Oswego Christmas Walk, a longstanding tradition, helped to ring in the holiday season on Dec. 6.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined it does not have jurisdiction over the wetlands on the property.

An assessment will be done to make sure that Oswego School District 308 students can safely walk to all of the district’s 22 schools.

Visit these festive holiday markets in Ottawa, St. Charles, Oswego, Lisle, McHenry and more to find the perfect gift.

Freddie's Off the Chain restaurant is expected to open soon in downtown Oswego.

Several festive events are coming up in Kendall County, including the Oswego Christmas Walk, the Montgomery Merry & Bright event and more.

From comics to chocolate, silly socks and edgy fashion looks there is sure to be something for everyone on your list.

A three-story, 40-unit senior apartment building is being proposed on 5.575 acres east of Ogden Falls Boulevard and south of Route 34.

Artist Jason Watts recently finished the project, which depicts scenes of the Fox River, flora and fauna, trees and a farm scene.

Matthew Verde died from his injuries after being hit by a car Nov. 21 while he was walking near the Meijer store on Route 34 in Oswego.

The Neighborhood Tourist region provides a plethora of shops and boutiques for any taste or interest. These unique shops are located in Geneva, Crystal Lake, McHenry, Oswego, Morris and Grayslake.

The Oswego American Legion Post 675 will host a Holiday Craft and Vendor Show, featuring holiday decor, candles, jewelry and more.

The night before Thanksgiving is known as 'Drinksgiving,' where old friends reunite at local bars. Check out these award-winning bars and pubs in northern Illinois.

Larry E. Foster, 31, has been charged with two counts of criminal sexual assault and one count of criminal trespass to residence

The Little White School Museum Store in Oswego offers a variety of Oswego-themed gifts, including architectural miniatures, local history books, custom stoneware and more.

An Oswego business began as as a fairy garden and is now a succulent workshop with something for everyone.

A man struck by a car Thursday night in Oswego has been identified by police as a local restaurant owner.

Holiday celebrations in Oswego, Yorkville and Plano are right around the corner as the holiday season draws near.

A housing study is recommending Oswego diversify its housing market to attract more first time home buyers as well as encourage smaller homes for empty nesters looking to downsize.

Four Oswego Library Board incumbents have filed their nominating petitions to run in the April 1 consolidated election.

Two individuals, an Oswego teen and a 16-year-old male from Woodridge, have been accused of stealing several items at gunpoint at a Woodridge park after arranging to purchase the items from the victim over Snapchat, prosecutors said.

A 49-year-old man was injured after being hit by a car Thursday night while he was walking in front of the Meijer store on Route 34 in Oswego, according to a news release from the Oswego Police Department.

The Little White School Museum's annual "Remembering our Veterans" exhibit features rare military items, a "Wall of Honor" for over 200 local veterans and free admission with donations accepted.

This Thanksgiving season, the Oswego Police Department is joining the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies to ensure holiday travelers are buckled up and driving sober.

Festivals happening in St. Charles, Woodstock, Elburn, Aurora and many more communities around northern Illinois.

Oswego property owners will see a 5% decrease in the village’s property tax rate next year, bringing the village’s tax rate to its lowest level on record.

The Copley Theatre in Aurora, Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, Sandwich Opera House and more have dazzling holiday productions scheduled in November and December.

Oswego School Board President LaTonya Simelton, School Board Vice-President Eugene Gatewood, Board Secretary Jared Ploger and board member Jennifer Johnson did not file their nominating petitions by the Nov. 18 deadline. There are four seats open on the board.

With six Republican candidates filing petitions for four seats on the Oswego Village Board, there will be a Republican primary on Feb. 25 prior to the consolidated election on April 1.