Top family spring break destinations
Now that we have sprung forward with Daylight Savings Time, it’s time to start thinking about spring break! Where will the family go this year? Miami Beach, Florida Chicago, Illinois Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming Orlando, Florida Cooperstown,
Law Enforcement: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over on St. Patrick’s Day
PERU – Enforcement agencies statewide are reminding motorists that St. Patrick’s Day should be celebrated responsibly. The ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign will not only target those who may be under the influence, but also
Shelter Me Kitty will hold Feral Cat Clinic Saturday
STREATOR – The Streator Shelter Me Kitty organization will be hosting a Feral Cat Trap Neuter Release event this coming Saturday in Pontiac. The program is designed to reduce the stray and feral cat population in Illinois
Cedar Point Fire Department gains new equipment
CEDAR POINT – The Cedar Point Fire Department has gained new equipment thanks to a number of grants and donations. The Office of the State of Illinois Fire Marshal grant allowed them the opportunity to purchase
Ottawa Police and FBI investigate cyber-attack
The Ottawa Police Department in conjunction with the FBI are looking into a cyber-attack on the City of Ottawa and one of its contractors. The fraud that is under investigation involves a company working legitimately with the
Livingston County Soil and Water Conservation District to offer conservation talk
STREATOR – The Livingston County Soil and Water Conservation District will be holding an upcoming event where farmers can get together and talk about conservation practices. The next “Toolshed Talk” is scheduled for March 13th at
LP Recognizes Renaissance Students of the Month
The LaSalle-Peru Township High School Renaissance Students of the Month were recognized during a breakfast ceremony on Wednesday, March 8. Students recognized this month were Olivia Shetterly, Aidan Harmon, Samuel Dickey, Hannah Hubinsky, Kaia Johnson, Anna McLaughlin, Sarah
Four juveniles charged with property damage in Streator
STREATOR – Four people are facing charges in connection to a string of criminal damage in Streator this month. According to the Streator Police Department, during the investigation, four juvenile suspects were identified and interviewed in
The Utica roundabout project to resume construction on Monday
OTTAWA – The Utica roundabout project is expected to resume construction on Monday. The Illinois Department of Transportation says all lanes at the intersection of Illinois 178 and U.S. Route 6 will remain open and controlled
Gas prices surge nationwide
CHICAGO – Gas prices in Northcentral Illinois have spiked and the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline increased nearly a dime since last week to $3.46. The American Automobile Association says the recent price