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Loaves & Fishes: Decade of Cares, A Lifetime of Impact
This July marks the 10th anniversary of the merger between Naperville CARES and Loaves & Fishes Community Services—a milestone celebrating a decade of innovation,...
Independence Day Freedom Ruck celebrates America 250
Above / Favorable waves, appreciative thumbs up and friendly honks from folks in vehicles greeted approximately 175 folks, all ages, who participated in the...
Glory, Glory Hallelujah! Happy Independence Day 250!
Above / Kevin Kelly, Music Director of the Naperville Chorus, led the choral group and the Naperville Municipal Band during a performance of "The...
DuPage County Wins Two National Awards
DuPage County is recognized for its support of the expansion of the Loaves and Fishes Community Services Food Distribution Hub located at 580 Exchange...
Veterans in Touch – Happy Birthday, America
On July 4, 2026, America will celebrate its 250th birthday. Think about that folks. Most of us have been here less than 100 years.
Personally,...
Sharing and Caring – Diaper Drive Is Set for June 20, Huggies Matches 1 for 1
The cost of diapers has increased overall at twice the rate of inflation since 2019. One in two U.S. families struggles to provide enough...
WDSRA: More Than Programs – It’s Belonging
Cheers to 50 Years at Western DuPage Special Recreation Association!
We are officially at the halfway point of our year-long celebration. We’ve celebrated at our...
Engaging Aging – A Fresh Look at Growing Older
There are many myths about aging that don’t hold up in real life. One of the most common is that getting older automatically means...
America 250: Naperville Responds For Veterans Hosts Freedom Ruck March and Birthday Bash
This Fourth of July, Naperville is going all out to celebrate America's 250th birthday — and Naperville Responds For Veterans is inviting the entire...
Naperville Woman’s Club News – Where To Go To Get a One of a Kind Art Treasure… and More!
For 66 years, the Naperville Woman’s Club has hosted a quality, juried art fair. On June 27-28 you’ll find more than 100 juried artists...
Discover the Joy of Outdoor Adventure at Naperville Outdoor Alliance’s Bike to the Barn
Join the Naperville Outdoor Alliance from 11AM to 2PM on Saturday, June 27 at Greene Valley Forest Preserve, located at Hobson & Greene Roads...
A New Chapter Begins at Loaves & Fishes
May 6 was one of those moments that I know will live on in the history of Loaves & Fishes Community Services and our...
Food Vendor Applications Now Being Accepted for Last Fling
The Naperville Jaycees are now accepting food vendor applications for the 2026 Last Fling. Now through July 17, food vendors can apply to be...
Naperville Police Arrest 9 and Issue Dozens of Citations During June 1 Event
NPD Public Information Office Report
On June 1, 2026, at approximately 5PM, large groups consisting of mostly juveniles began to gather in the downtown business...
Naperville firefighters fight heavy house fire on Kingsley Drive
Firefighters extinguish late evening house fire on Kingsley Drive, off Knoch Knolls Road. No injuries were reported. Damage is estimated at $850,000. The residence...
Celebrate Landmarking of First Congregational Church of Naperville
Book Report by Diane Diamond
Updated Post, May 31, 2026 / It's official! Bells rang out to commemorate the official landmarking proclamation by Naperville Mayor...
Photo Gallery: Naperville Memorial Day 5/25/2026
The annual Naperville Memorial Day Parade took place Monday, May 25, from the Judd Kendall VFW Post, 908 W. Jackson Ave. The parade traveled...
Let peace and beauty be found while remembering individuals who gave all
Above and Below / Find the Exchange Club Veterans Plaza along the Riverwalk as a place to pause and reflect every day of the...
Meaningful Memorial Day Observance Is Planned in Naperville
Above / Whenever poppies bloomed along the fence in my parents' backyard in Muncie, Ind., thoughts turned to Memorial Day, a time to remember...
Naperville Firefighters Respond to Kitchen Fire on City’s Westside
Firefighters extinguish early evening kitchen fire on Capistrano Court located west of Route 59, north of 75th Street. No injuries were reported. Damage is...