Batavia City Hall Public Service Areas Now Open

A mask and social distancing compliance are required to enter City Hall.

Mayor Schielke Makes Address On Coronavirus, Black Lives Matter

The Friday address is available for viewing on the City website.

Batavia Police Issue Message On 'Fair And Impartial Policing'

The City posted the department's press release late Wednesday.

Free Community Care Package Drive-Thru Event in Batavia

Local Republican officials to provide care packages to area families in need

Republican Leaders To Hand Out Care Packages Saturday In Batavia

Local elected officials are set to distribute packages using a drive-thru, no-contact system at Pal Joey’s Restaurant.

4th Of July Batavia Fireworks Show Cancelled

The Batavia Fireworks Sky Concert has been cancelled for this year.

Raddant & Chillem Intersection Closure

Traffic will be detoured to Woodland Hills and Pine Street while the construction is taking place.

Batavia Virtual Recreation Center: Virtual Recreation Opportunities

Although Park District facilities and playgrounds are closed, recreation does not have to stop!

Mayor Schielke's May 15th Address To The City Of Batavia

Watch Mayor Schielke’s address to the City of Batavia on May 15th, 2020.

Mechanic 'A Blessing In Time Of Need' For Senior: Batavia Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.

Immanuel Hosts Community Blood Drive

More than 4,000 blood drives have been cancelled--your help is needed!

Sister Sewing Masks For Nursing Home Residents: Batavia Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.

Doctor 'Puts His Life In Danger' For Others: Batavia Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Batavia Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Batavia Special One-Day Bulk Item Drop-Off Site May 6

Bulk item curbside collection is still suspended at least through the end of May, but an alternative is being provided.

Batavia Patch Honors Graduates: Tell Us About The Class of 2020

Parents and families can fill out a short form for their graduate, and Patch will compile the information and share it with the community.

‘Quarantine Haircut’ Raises $11K for Batavia Food Pantry

A simple haircut will provide thousands of meals after a Batavia Chamber of Commerce director raised more than $11,000 through Facebook.

Batavia Family Brightens Neighbors' Spirits With Light Show

The Foy family of Batavia has set up another light show to cheer up neighbors during Illinois’ coronavirus lockdown.

VIDEO: Batavia Mayor Shares Coronavirus Update

Mayor Jeffery Shielke reminds residents to abide by governor's rules regarding social distancing.

Only 10 Immediate Family Members Allowed At Burials: City Officials

City of Batavia cemeteries has new guidelines in place regarding burials amid the new coronavirus concerns.

Kane County Board Chairman Issues Public Health Emergency Declaration For COVID-19

This order, issued on March 17, expires in seven days unless extended by resolution of the Kane County Board.

Small Business Information Forum Planned In Batavia

This forum will be held on Wednesday, March 18 in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Batavia Park District Shares Details On $27.14M Referendum

The funds could be used to build a new indoor recreational center in Batavia. The referendum will appear on the March 17 primary ballot.

Celebrate National Meatball Day, Swedish Style!

Dinner to Benefit local Swedish Children's Choir

Meet Sanderson!

He's a"peeler"ing!

One Washington Place Project Under Review For 2021

Based on the current timeline, it is expected that the project will break ground in Autumn 2020 or Spring 2021.

Batavia's Budget In Brief Available For Viewing

The brief provides info about revenues and expenditures, departmental budget information, and planned capital improvement projects.

Prom Dress Giveaway Planned For March

The Batavia Public Library will host CHIP IN Batavia’s 7th annual Prom Dress Giveaway on Saturday, March 21.

Batavia Receives Public Works 'Project Of The Year' Award

The City of Batavia’s Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation project won a Project of the Year Award in the $25-$75 million division.

Batavia Park District Shares Site Location For Proposed Facility

The Batavia Park District said it's placing a $27,140,000 bond referendum on the March 17 ballot regarding the proposed facility.

Holy Cross School teachers shake things up at McDonald's!  

Local teachers serve students and families at McTeacher’s Night to raise money for Holy Cross School.

Household Hazardous Waste Front Door Collection Service Available For Batavia Residents

The City of Batavia offers a Household Hazardous Waste collection service to its residents.

Clothing, Textiles Can Be Recycled At 2 Kane Co. Locations

Kane County recycles announced clothing and textiles can be dropped off at recycling drop off locations in West Dundee and Batavia.

Batavia Firefighters Free Puppy Caught In Fence

The frightened pup, Opie, was playing outside in Batavia when something caught his attention and his head got stuck, his owner told Patch.

Dog & Puppy Foster Homes Needed for 11/23!

Will you be the one these pups are THANKFUL for this Thanksgiving?

Missing Batavia Woman Found Safe

Dawn M. Peskind was reported missing Wednesday night. She has since been found, police said early Thursday.

HC Storm Teachers are “Ba Da Ba Ba Bah, Lovin' it” at McDonald's

HC Storm Elementary School students gave teachers an A-plus on their fundraising efforts to help raise money for the school's PTO.

Great teachers give more than grades, they lend a helping hand

Local teachers serve students and families on McTeacher’s Nightto raise money for their school PTO

Help an adult learn English

Tutor training starts October 7

Foster Homes Needed for THIS Saturday 8/31!

It only costs a little love!