More Than 2 Dozen Species Available For Native Tree And Shrub Sale In Glen Ellyn

The Glen Ellyn Native Tree and Shrub Sale is underway. See which trees and shrubs are available and how to order yours.

Emergency Branch, Brush Collection Planned In Glen Ellyn After Tornado

The special branch collection comes after an EF-0 tornado hit the village Monday afternoon.

Increased Refuse Rates Go Into Effect Aug. 1 For Glen Ellyn Residents

The rate increase comes as the village's five-year contract with Groot Industries takes effect.

Lawn Sprinkling Restrictions In Effect Throughout Summer In Glen Ellyn

The restrictions are part of mandates from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

How To Get Your Home, Business Recognized With A Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Awards

Applications for the 2026 Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Awards will be open through March 31.

New Rates For Refuse Collection Start Aug. 1 In Glen Ellyn

See the new rates for refuse collection set to take effect at the start of August in Glen Ellyn.

Yard Waste Collection To Resume In Glen Ellyn for 2025 Season

Residents can have their yard waste collected April through mid-December.

Holiday Greens Pickup To Begin In Glen Ellyn

Residents can unload their Christmas trees, wreaths and other holiday greens when collection resumes Jan. 6.

Lilac Time In Full Bloom In Lombard With Tours, Parade, Sales, More

See hundreds of Lilacs in bloom at Lombard's Lilacia Park, join a parade and more as part of the village's 2024 Lilac Time event.

Spring Cleaning In Full Swing At Recycling Extravaganza In Glen Ellyn

Saturday's free Recycling Extravaganza will be held at College of DuPage.

Free Family-Friendly Earth Week Events Planned In Glen Ellyn

The Glen Ellyn Park District has packed its calendar with events to celebrate Earth Week. See what's in store.

Yard Waste Collection Begins For 2024 Season In Glen Ellyn

Yard Waste collection is set to resume in Glen Ellyn for the 2024 season.

Winter Curbside Composting Continues Through March In Glen Ellyn

See how you can take part in the village's winter curbside composting program.

How Much Does Hiring A Plumber Cost In Glen Ellyn?

From leaky faucets to burst pipes, hiring a Thumbtack professional is the fast and easy way to handle all your plumbing needs.

Where Can I Find Affordable Landscaping Services In Glen Ellyn?

Transform your outdoor spaces affordably and effortlessly with professional landscaping services.

Hire A Glen Ellyn Area Pro To Clean Your Home Today!

Getting things done around the house has never been easier.

Glen Ellyn Area Pros Are Ready To Help Tackle Your Dirty Work ​—​ Literally

Finding and hiring top-rated house cleaners, junk removal pros and more has never been easier.

Glen Ellyn Earns Tree City Designation For 39th Time

This year marks the second consecutive time the village was honored with a Growth Award from the Arbor Day Foundation.

Some Trash Collection Rates To Increase Aug. 1 In Glen Ellyn

The new solid waste collection rates were approved by the Glen Ellyn Village Board in July.

Want A Gorgeous Garden? Here’s How Much Landscaping The Glen Ellyn Area Costs

This season, make your dreams of a freshly manicured lawn or a flower-filled yard a reality when you hire a top-rated landscaper.

Why Termite Inspections In The Glen Ellyn Area Are Worth Every Penny

An ounce of prevention can save you lots of money in the long run and keep your home safe from damage.

Next Unlimited Refuse Collection Set For May 9 In Glen Ellyn

Glen Ellyn residents can unload furniture, appliances, construction materials and other items during Groot's unlimited trash pickup.

How Much Would A Good Home Cleaning Cost In The Glen Ellyn Area?

Top-rated cleaning professionals are available to help get your house next-level clean.

How To Prevent, Thaw Frozen Pipes In Your Glen Ellyn Home

When temperatures drop in Glen Ellyn this winter, a little preparation can spare your pipes from freezing.

Deadline For Leaf Collection Extended In Glen Ellyn

Glen Ellyn residents have a little more time to unload the leaves they've collected throughout the fall of 2021.

Recycling Extravaganza, Food Drive Planned At College Of DuPage

Swing by College of DuPage Sept. 18 to unload recyclable items and drop off donations for Glen Ellyn Food Pantry.

Free Drive-Thru Shredding Event Planned In Glen Ellyn

Residents can shred up to three bags or boxes of paper at the June 26 event.

Glen Ellyn Adding More Trees To Downtown Streetscape

The village hopes to add up to 225 new trees further from businesses to allow for wider sidewalks as part of the streetscape project.

Glen Ellyn Starts Biweekly Curbside Compost Pickup For Winter

Curbside compost pickup will switch to a biweekly schedule starting Dec. 9.

Native Tree and Shrub Sale Helps Homeowners Enhance Yards

Buy a tree or shrub at the Glen Ellyn Native Tree and Shrub Sale to spruce up your yard by September 20th!

Villa Park Annual Plants Sale relocates to Prairie Path

Villa Park Plant Sale moving to Villa Ave at the Prairie Path for both days of the sale

Striking a Pose

Over the course of the past several months, more than 15 residents have modeled for the Friendly Painters who visit the community weekly.

Helping to Make the Move

Geralene Greco is the new move-in coordinator at Monarch Landing senior living in Naperville.

1977 Was a Very Good Year

Last month, Friendship Village celebrated its 42nd anniversary in the community.

CPR Device is a Game Changer

Assistant Chief Matt Hanson, Firefighter/Paramedic Joseph Homon & Joe Miller, GreenFields' Ken and Sue Issel, Executive Tony Director Madl

IVY Team Earns Content Marketing Certification

Three employees of IVY Marketing Group earned their content marketing certification after completing program offered by PRSA.

The Importance of Staying Vertical

On January 22nd, Dr. Elliott Kroger, medical director for Sedgebrook will lead Sedgebrook’s second annual Fall Prevention Symposium.

When Her Homework Paid Off

“I do my homework. When I learned that I was going to require rehabilitation after a hospital stay, I did some research,” said Diane Homicz.

Former Administrator Becomes Resident of The Danish Home

Leif Nielsen and his wife Diana moved from the house next door (literally) into The Danish Home, where he was administrator for 25 years.

New Leader at GreenFields Geneva

Tony Madl has worked with GreenFields’ sister community, Friendship Village Schaumburg since 2012.