On-street parking is no longer permitted after a snowfall of two inches or more – a change from the previous measure of four inches.
Election Day reminders, the upcoming Pumpkin Smash event, a new smoke detector law in Illinois, and more topics in this week's newsletter.
Western Springs residents will have different polling places than usual Nov. 3.
The Village is hosting its second annual pumpkin composting for leftover Halloween pumpkins.
Donations go to providing pies for residents in need this Thanksgiving.
Soroptimist International of Suburban Chicago announces grant for women pursuing a BA, MA, or PhD
Due to recent wet weather, smoke testing has been pushed back to Oct. 28-29.
There’s still time for fall fun in Western Springs. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.
Community members recommend are encouraged to provide wrapped treats placed on a clean surface at a safe distance.
Toys will be collected at five Naperville locations until Dec. 12.
Western Springs gets notice Monday from Lyons Township on polling locations.
Seven drives are scheduled between Oct. 25 and the end of the year, all taking place at Community Hall with masks and social distancing.
More than 40 volunteers gathered the remains of the harvest following the official closing of the Ron Ory Community Garden.
The project will take about two to three days to complete; residents, businesses and schools within the project area have been notified.
Metra customers who use the Ventra mobile app must update to the latest version starting this Friday.
The Public Works Department needs your help to ensure that leaf pickup is safe and efficient.
The Illinois Department of Public Health will be offering drive through testing on Oct. 17-18.
'Tis the season to be spooky, even amid coronavirus. Here’s a look at fall fun and Halloween events in and around Western Springs.
All 020 General Election voters are encouraged to cast a ballot prior to Election Day, either by mail or during early voting.
Gardeners at the Ron Ory Community Garden Plots this summer enjoyed an abundant harvest of tomatoes, peppers and other vegetables.
La Grange, La Grange Park, Western Springs and Countryside have issued recommendations for trick-or-treaters and parents.
Visit the Adult Services Desk at Thomas Ford Memorial Library to pick one up.
Now is the time to make sure you are registered to vote, and to request a ballot for the General Election on November 3.
Flushing will continue through Oct. 2.
The 2020 Census can be completed by Sept. 30.
Head out and pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Western Springs-area pumpkin patches have to offer.
Crossings at Lawn and Grand Avenues, and pedestrian crossing at Central Avenue, will be closed; Wolf Road is scheduled to remain open.
Monthly Styrofoam collection will resume the first Saturday in October at the Recreation Center.
The September-October issue can be viewed on the Village website before being mailed to all residents.
Survey responses will be accepted through Sept. 29.
The project will begin Sept. 14 and is expected to last about 40 days.
Renewals notices are being mailed out this week to those who park along the tracks.
Four seats are up for election in April.
Naperville Park District’s A Night at the Movies series will end the 2020 season with a showing of “Captain Marvel."
Current conditions are ideal for mosquitoes and the potential for West Nile Virus.
LRS will be operating on a regular schedule the week of September 7, despite the Labor Day holiday.
The Nike pickle ball and tennis courts will be closed Sept. 3-6 for the Chicago Pickle Ball Open.
Village President Alice Gallagher will publish a weekly bulletin as a new platform for sharing information about Village issues.
Request a ballot for the General Election on November 3.
The board honored park police at a commissioners meeting Aug. 27.