Dec

04

Charity begins at home

Part 3 of a continuing series The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club and the employees of the Village of Downers Grove are both working to round up warm clothing for families in need this season. The DGJWC Cold Weather Drive will benefit clients of the Walk-in Ministry of Hope. The group is seeking new coats, gloves, [...]

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Dec

03

Charity begins at home

This is the second in a continuing series of charitable opportunities for residents this holiday season. Send your suggestions to dgreport@hotmail.com. The Anderson’s Bookshop Book Angels program places new books in the hands of area disadvantaged children during the holiday season.  The store’s Book Angel tree is trimmed with angel tags, each bearing a child’s [...]

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Nov

26

Quote/unquote

“With holidays approaching — we all know about the economic situation — and I just urge residents who are in a position to help out to check with your churches or local food pantries and just try and help out the residents who are having a tough go of it.” – Commissioner William Waldack at [...]

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