Candles, fresh flowers, supplies, a step-by-step guide for creating a stunning holiday centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table.
Metropolitan Square in downtown Des Plaines gained another vacant storefront on Nov. 15 when a health club suddenly closed its doors.
Instructor Stacy Cushenbery wants to get whole family involved at Twisted Tree Yoga.
Mexico Restaurant has become a fixture of downtown, and its heavily-remodeled home held several important businesses before it.
Erhardt’s Trailer Sales sells and repairs RVs and trailers for Des Plaines families and businesses.
The Des Plaines casino, newest in Illinois, continued its lead in adjusted gross receipts since opening, according to a monthly report by the Illinois Gaming Board.
Bodacious Beads offers unique selection with products from Asia to Africa.
The Daily Herald reports that the new owner of Metropolitan Square is trying to generate interest in the shopping center.
Fear City in Morton Grove will donate three percent of ticket sales the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the award-winning haunted house business announced.
A frugal gift-giving meeting will be held at the Des Plaines Public Library on Nov. 10.
Hackers stole credit card date from 63 stores around the country by hacking into PIN pads.
Des Plaines Patch’s community event calendar lists tons of stuff to do.
After 56 years in Des Plaines, the family-owned auto repair business is selling to another owner, the Daily Herald reported.
A roundup of contributions to the Local Voices section from Oct. 7 to Oct. 13.
More than a dozen certified nursing assistants from Alden Gardens of Des Plaines picketed outside the assisted living facility on Wednesday to bring attention to understaffing, low wages and contract negotiations, which have been ongoing for 10 months.
The Des Plaines casino generated the second-largest amount of adjusted gross receipts in a month since it opened.
Riddell Sports is the official helmet manufacturer and is the only one that can display its logo, which has been criticized due to safety concerns, the New York Times reported.
Last day for entries Saturday, Oct. 6. Finalists will win gift cards and other prizes in contest.
The Des Plaines business has served wedding receptions and community events for more than 40 years.
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A compressed natural gas mobile fuelling station researched in Des Plaines serviced shuttle busses at the Republican and Democratic national conventions.
A roundup of contributions to the Local Voices section from Sept. 9 to Sept. 15.
Lots of great options for taking in a movie are nearby.
Looking for work? Check our recent listings. Have an opportunity? Post it on Patch.
“Patriocracy,” a documentary film, will be screened at Oakton Community College on Sept. 18.
Twenty properties are listed as in foreclosure in 60016, 60018; see where they are.
A roundup of contributions to the Local Voices section from Sept. 2 to Sept. 8.
There are many inexpensive ways to enjoy the distinct character of Des Plaines; here are a few to get you started.
Aldermen also question Economic Development Commission practices
Deals include delicious Mexican food, shredding documents, cleaning teeth, learning Martial Arts and throwing a groovy Hawaiian party.
We've found the best bargains so you don't have to.
Here is a list of drinks specials and entertainment at local watering holes.
You don't need to spend a lot of money to eat well in Des Plaines. This list of ten places should keep both your belly and your wallet full.
Good lunch specials but overpriced dinner options leave us with mixed feelings about Leona's restaurant.