Monday, February 25, 2013
Here's a recap of local stories from Feb. 18 to Feb. 24.
Here are the top stories in Batavia this week. Click on any headline to learn more: Man Lost in Batavia Crash Was Caring, Generous—Dave Schele ran Close Encounters Body Shop in North Aurora for 30 years. One of his brothers talks about his life and how he'll be remembered. Batavia Hay Fire Outside Home Ends in $1K Damages Feb. 18—A neighbor ran over with an extinguisher to help. Here are photos of the damage. Sex Offender in Batavia Store Incident Pleads Guilty—This 57-year-old man exposed himself at a store in Randall Road in December, police said. 'Suspicious Package' at Batavia Post Office Was Just Weights—Postal workers pulled the package when they thought they heard a ticking sound, officials said. Don't want to miss this stuff during…
Monday, February 11, 2013
Here's a recap of local stories from Feb. 4 to Feb. 10.
Here are the top stories in Batavia this week. Click on any headline to learn more: Batavia Chick-fil-A Opened Feb. 7—It's here: the quick chicken restaurant welcomed campers and customers. Batavia Chick-fil-A Update: Campers Survive Weather, Get Free Meals—The store marked its grand opening on Randall Road with a big food giveaway. Here's a photo gallery of opening festivities. BATV Reality Series "Project Publish" Begins Feb. 10—Catch the show at 2 p.m. every Sunday from Feb. 10 through March 24. Here's some background on this local production. Fiddler on the Roof Jr. Thrills Crowd in Batavia—The musical was presented at Rotolo Middle School over the weekend. OMG PD: Indecent and Intoxicated, Condom Mischief Tri-Cities DUI Arrests, Feb. …
Monday, February 4, 2013
Here's a recap of local stories from Jan. 28 to Feb. 3.
Here are the top stories in Batavia this week. Click on any headline to learn more: Batavia's Jim & Sylvia Roberts Honored at Night of Hoops Erday's to Close After 87 Years Tri-Cities Police Reports, Feb. 3 OMG PD: Stiletto Smackdown, Underage Drinking, Trailer Traipse Don't want to miss this stuff during the week? Sign up for the free Batavia Patch daily newsletter and breaking news alerts.
Monday, January 28, 2013
Here's a recap of local stories from Jan. 21 to Jan. 27.
Here are the top stories in Batavia this week. Click on any headline to learn more: Man Struck By Car on Fabyan Continues Treatment, Officials Say—Here is the police crash report from the Jan. 11 car vs. pedestrian incident. Longtime Batavia Alderman Dies—He served for 30 years. Here is his obituary. BHS Varsity Dance Team Headed to State After Sectionals Success—The Batavia High School Varsity Dance Team is having a stellar year. Batavia Dance Team Kick-a-Thon Fundraiser a Success!—The Batavia High School Varsity and JV Dance Teams continue to give back to the community. Batavia Enterprises Houses Artisan Collective—A locally-owned property management and development firm was glad to house this month’s pop-up market. UPDATE: Police …
Monday, January 21, 2013
Here's a recap of local stories from Jan. 14 to Jan. 20.
Here are the top stories in Batavia this week. Click on any headline to learn more: Batavia Woman Claims $7.2 Million Lotto Prize—She’s a 33-year Batavia resident. Here’s her name and reaction to winning. Batavians Hold Vigil For Newtown on 1-Month Anniversary of Shooting—The McClouds were joined by about 50 others in downtown Batavia on Jan. 14. They don't want to see Sandy Hook disappear from the headlines. Update: BATV Reality Show Holds 1st Auditions—Here's a brief recap of how auditions went Jan. 20 at the Batavia Public Library. Car vs. Pedestrian Crash Reported on Fabyan Parkway Jan. 11—At least one person was transported, according to initial reports. Dukane Corp Exec: We’re Not Leaving—One of St. Charles largest employers is …
Monday, January 14, 2013
Here's a recap of local stories from Jan. 7 to Jan. 13.
Here are the stories from Batavia this past week. Click on any headline to learn more: Don't want to miss this stuff during the week? Sign up for the free Batavia Patch daily newsletter and breaking news alerts.
Monday, January 7, 2013
Here are your top local stories from the past week.
Here are the top stories in Batavia this week. Click on any headline to learn more: Remember Russell Crowe in Batavia? Check Out the New 'Man of Steel' Trailer!—Closely watch these clips from the new Superman movie shot around Kane and Kendall County in 2011 and look for some local filming locations. Batavia, Geneva NIU Players Were At Orange Bowl—The roster includes Marmion grad Winkel, Geneva's Santacaterina and more. A Gay Athlete’s Journey: The Difficult, Dual Life of Geneva's Todd Searcy—Part 1: Geneva Hall of Fame and Fighting Illini football player Todd Searcy led a life of success and secrecy. New Underage Drinking Law Cracks Down on Parents—Provisions of an Illinois law expands on parents' responsibilities to prevent underage …
Monday, December 31, 2012
Here are your top local stories from Dec. 23 to Dec. 30.
Here are the top stories in Batavia this week. Click on any headline to learn more and see photos: Batavians React to Bank Robbery at Old Second National—Last week's armed robbery has motivated residents to be more cautious. Here's what they had to say. Batavia Police Investigate Bank Robbery Dec. 22 (PHOTOS)—Here are some more photos outside the scene as police searched for answers. Second Photo of Batavia Bank Robber Released—This image shows the suspect at a teller window. Armed Robbery Reported at Old Second Bank in Batavia—The suspect had a semi-automatic handgun. Teen With Gun Near Park to Be Charged—The 15-year-old was spotted on Route 31 with a rifle Christmas morning. Teen With Air Rifle Incident Sparks Reader Comments—Some think …
Monday, December 17, 2012
Here are the top local stories from Dec. 10 to 16.
Here are the top stories in Batavia this week. Click on any headline to learn more: Batavia Reacts: How to Talk to Your Kids After School Shooting in Newtown, CT POLICE: Armed Robbery Reported At North Aurora 7-Eleven CDC Says the Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Batavia Last Twinkies Shipment Sells Out in Batavia SUV Rollover Shuts Down Route 38 Wednesday Afternoon Palm Prints Lead to Robbery Suspect, Police Say Mooseheart Mooseheart Director: School Didn't Violate IHSA Rules to Enroll Sudanese Students Mooseheart: Sudanese Students Are 'Going to Live The American Dream' Fatal Truck vs. Pedestrian Crash Man Dies After Being Hit By Pickup Truck in Southern Kane County Sheriff: Man in Fatal Crash Was in Another Crash Same Evening …
Monday, December 10, 2012
Here are the top local stories from Dec. 3 to 9.
Here are the top stories in Batavia this week. Click on any headline to learn more: SHERIFF: Man in Car vs Semi Crash Died at Hospital UPDATE: Judge Lets Mooseheart Basketball Players Compete—Until IHSA Hearing Dec. 10 After Court Decision, Sudanese Students Enjoy Win Over Westminster Christian Batavia Mayor Jeff Schielke Seeks Reelection Batavia McDonald's Is Open Again Rotolo Drops Student Recess, Principal Explains Why Don't want to miss this stuff during the week? Sign up for the free Batavia Patch daily newsletter and breaking news alerts.
