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Teen Dies in ATV Crash / Wakeboard Park Sets Opening Date / Crystal Lake South Gets Perfect Score on ACT

Here is a look back at the top news stories that made headlines this past week on Crystal Lake-Cary Patch.

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Man Charged With Driving Under Influence of Marijuana in Fatal Crash

  • Brandon A. Stang, 23, of Wauconda has been charged in connection with the crash that killed Stephanie V. Kostenko, 22, of Lake Zurich.

Bands for Crystal Lake Summer Concert Series Announced

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  • The concerts will be held every Tuesday starting on June 7 and going through Aug. 16.

Legislation Introduced to Prevent Widow of Disgraced Cop From Receiving Pension Benefits

  • Melodie Gliniewicz has been charged with crimes connected to her late husband’s scheme to steal from the Fox Lake Explorer program.

Big R Department Store Looks to Open in Vacant Dominick's Location in LITH

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  • The village is working with the developer on a financial incentive package.

Teen Died After ATV Landed on Top of Him: Coroner

  • An autopsy revealed the teen died of "compressional asphyxia" from an ATV that landed on his chest during the crash Sunday.

Second Crystal Lake South Student Earns Perfect Score on ACT

  • It's a rare feat, but two Crystal Lake South students so far this year have earned a score of 36 on the ACT.

The Quarry Wakeboard Park in Crystal Lake Announces Opening Date

  • The Quarry Wakeboard Park & Grille will open on June 11 in Crystal Lake.

Longtime Algonquin Library Board President, Jeopardy Champ Dies of Cancer at Age 57

  • Funeral services for Lynn Hammerlund will be held this week.

Man Charged After Firing Gun Off Inside, Outside Crystal Lake Home

  • The man fired off the gun when officers responded to a domestic incident early Monday.

Illinois House Approves Bill to Double Fine for Driving Around Railroad Gates

  • The bill has been set to Gov. Rauner’s desk for a signature.

Cary Park Foundation Awards Educational Scholarships

  • The Cary Park Foundation is pleased to announce the award of four $500 scholarships to four local students.

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