Western Springs Fall Fun: Pumpkin Patches, Spooky Stories

There’s still time for fall fun in Western Springs. Head out to pick some pumpkins and explore local haunts.

Western Springs Offers Halloween Guidance

Community members recommend are encouraged to provide wrapped treats placed on a clean surface at a safe distance.

Naperville Park District Police Invite Donations For 2020 Toys For Tots

Toys will be collected at five Naperville locations until Dec. 12.

Notice Of Changes In Polling Locations

Western Springs gets notice Monday from Lyons Township on polling locations.

Political Sign Theft, Porch Piracy: Western Springs Cops

A presidential candidate's campaign sign was stolen in the village, police said.

Western Springs Sees Small Hike In Virus Cases

Figures on village residents who have recovered from the coronavirus are unavailable.

Naperville Park District To Host Fall Blood Drives

Seven drives are scheduled between Oct. 25 and the end of the year, all taking place at Community Hall with masks and social distancing.

Ron Ory Community Garden Plot Volunteers Harvest Donations For Loaves & Fishes

More than 40 volunteers gathered the remains of the harvest following the official closing of the Ron Ory Community Garden.

Pritzker’s Shameless No Flush No Blush Political Scheme

Governor is Buying Candidate Votes So He Won’t Pay Same Tax He’s Pushing on Illinois

Will Western Springs-Area Democrat Back Madigan?

State rep hopeful won't say whether she would vote for Speaker Madigan, who is believed to be connected to the ComEd bribery scandal.

Western Springs Eyes 'Arbitrary Patchwork' Of Sidewalks

The Village Board is set to vote on $16,000 to study sidewalks in Forest Hills neighborhood.

Music Studio Setting Up Shop In Western Springs Building

Renovations at Grand Avenue Community Center are part of the village's agreement with the studio.

Western Springs Doesn't Want To Be Zoo: Official

The village is considering banning the feeding of wild animals.

Western Springs More Open With Records

The village now provides meeting documents online, but they can be hard to find on the website.

Village To Smoke-Test Sanitary Sewer System Oct. 19

The project will take about two to three days to complete; residents, businesses and schools within the project area have been notified.

Western Springs Voter Guide 2020

From voter registration to mail-in voting to early voting, everything you need to know for what's shaping up to be a historic election.

Best Western Springs-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

Pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Western Springs-area pumpkin patches have to offer.

Longtime Western Springs Officer Retires

Police department veteran is taking retiring officer's job.

Rash Of Car Burglaries In Western Springs: Police

All the targeted cars were unlocked, police reports say.

Metra Riders Must Update Ventra Mobile App

Metra customers who use the Ventra mobile app must update to the latest version starting this Friday.

Leaf Pickup Program Begins Oct. 19

The Public Works Department needs your help to ensure that leaf pickup is safe and efficient.

COVID-19 Drive-Through Testing Comes To Countryside

The Illinois Department of Public Health will be offering drive through testing on Oct. 17-18.

Western Springs Coronavirus Rate Ticks Up

The number of those who are considered recovered is unavailable.

Sex Offenders In Western Springs Area: 2020 Safety Maps

Village has one sex offender listed on a state website, but nearby towns have more.

Western Springs-Area Halloween 2020: Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes

'Tis the season to be spooky, even amid coronavirus. Here’s a look at fall fun and Halloween events in and around Western Springs.

Village Encourages Early Voting

All 020 General Election voters are encouraged to cast a ballot prior to Election Day, either by mail or during early voting.

Western Springs Resident Scammed Out Of $14,000: Police

Resident was seeking a refund from a company because of dissatisfaction with its product.

Gardening Season To End Oct. 12; Pumpkin Smash Set For Nov. 7 At The Ron Ory Community Garden Plots

Gardeners at the Ron Ory Community Garden Plots this summer enjoyed an abundant harvest of tomatoes, peppers and other vegetables.

Village Posts Halloween Festivities Guidance

La Grange, La Grange Park, Western Springs and Countryside have issued recommendations for trick-or-treaters and parents.

Small Hike In Virus Cases In Western Springs

The number of those who are considered recovered is unavailable.

Cross-Stitch Penguin kits are now available!

Visit the Adult Services Desk at Thomas Ford Memorial Library to pick one up.

Western Springs Adds $115K-A-Year Job To Payroll

Village says the new position will save taxpayers' money.

'Astounding' Water Use In Western Springs

Village trustee warns about effects of extreme weather events.

Western Springs Woman Accused Of Domestic Violence

Suspect is arrested after police respond to two disturbances, report says.

Western Springs Sees 7% Hike In Virus Cases For 3rd Week In Row

Village still has one of the lowest per capita coronavirus rates among nearby towns surveyed.

Village Of Western Springs Encourages Voter Registration

Now is the time to make sure you are registered to vote, and to request a ballot for the General Election on November 3.

Fire Hydrant Flushing Begins Sept. 28

Flushing will continue through Oct. 2.

Village Issues Final Census Reminder

The 2020 Census can be completed by Sept. 30.

Best Western Springs-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

Head out and pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Western Springs-area pumpkin patches have to offer.

Hit-And-Run Crash, Porch Piracy: Western Springs Cops

A parked car was found damaged after a hit-and-run accident.