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April in Knoch Knolls Park has a nice ring to it
Whether overcast or sunny skies, April is time to head down to Knoch Knolls Park to observe the wooded landscape. Typically by mid-April the...
Be safe while viewing the partial solar eclipse
Above / Back on August 21, 2017, folks in protective glasses gathered along the Riverwalk and throughout downtown Naperville to view the partial solar...
Naperville Jaycees announce, ‘The claws are back’ in time for Mother’s Day
Above / With fond memories of fun times during the Naperville Jaycees Lobster Day, note the service organization again will host its popular fundraiser...
Century Walk: ‘Naperville Sports Notables’
April is a month of some contrasting holidays. It begins with April Fools Day and then the intimidating Tax Day, April 15. Sandwiched in...
Things to do around Naperville this Weekend: April 5-7
Originally Posted, Thurs., April 4, 2024 / Updated, 4:12PM, Sun., April 7, 2024.
Friday
Brats at Kreger’s / 10AM to 3PM Fridays and Saturdays at Kreger’s...
Naperville Police arrest Bolingbrook man allegedly selling cocaine in Naperville
Above / Month-long investigation leads to the arrest of a Bolingbrook man for allegedly selling cocaine. (PN file photos are used to help flag...
April Editor’s Notes
As we begin this commentary, it’s April 1. No joke. The way the 2024 March to April calendar flipped with a choice for our...
Little Friends: April is Autism Acceptance Month
Update, April 15, 2024 / On this date, the 160 ft. Moser Tower with the 72-bell carillon has been illuminated "blue" to reflect Autism...
CAPS presents ‘public safety response to mental health crisis’ / April 18 at City Hall
Above / CAPS will host its next program for its "CAPS Safety Series" at 6PM Thurs., April 18, 2024, in Council Chambers at the...
‘Lift Every Voice Gospel Celebration’ is set for April 20
Mays Music Centre of Excellence will present "Lift Every Voice Gospel Celebration" at 4PM Sat., April 20, 2024, at 300 E. Gartner Road in...
Brew master releases Hobson Oak White Peach Wood IPA
Above / Joe Condon of Noon Whistle Brewing presents a fresh can of Hobson Oak White Peach Wood IPA. (Photo courtesy Mary Lou Wehrli)
Naperville...
Downers Grove man arrested for insurance fraud after allegedly filing false police report
Above / A two-year investigation leads to the arrest of a former Naperville resident, now residing in Downers Grove, for insurance fraud after allegedly...
Police say, ‘U Drive. U Text. U Pay.’
Above / The safe-driving campaign continues as law enforcement steps up efforts targeting distracted drivers during Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April.
The Naperville Police...
National Dog Show Therapy Team unleashes new ambassdor
Above / The National Dog Show Therapy Team welcomes one new ambassador for 2024, an award-winning collie named Rosebud Rae that resides in Naperville.
The...
Applications now are being accepted for annual Marmion Christmas Craft Show
Above / The 33rd Annual Christmas Craft Show will be held in the Regole Field House and Alumni Hall at Marmion Academy, Nov. 30...
Blessings to all during this time of hope, joy and renewal
Above / Did you know? Victorian postcards were prominently featured at the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago, which boosted their visibility and use. Victorian...
Celebrate National Pencil Day on March 30
Above / PN just sharpened an old stash of pencils to get to the point of this day. Read "I, Pencil." Happy National Pencil...
Naperville firefighters respond to structure fire, minor injuries reported on Eldorado Lane
Naperville Fire Department report structure fire in 2500 block of Eldorado Lane, two minor injuries to firefighters, $200,000 damage estimated, residence uninhabitable. (PN file...
Today we’re remembering Don O’Reilly / World War II Veteran born in 1921
Updated, April 14, 2024 / Don O'Reilly is remembered by the Naperville Honor Guard with photos by James Hoch Photograph.
O'Reilly Funeral - 2024
When Jim...
Community welcomed to learn about ‘Save Lives Say Yes’ campaign
Update, April 5, 2024 / Folks with donor cards gathered for a photo after Mayor Scott Wehrli read a proclamation recognizing "Gift of Hope"...
