CITY OF WEST CHICAGO COMMUNICATIONS
The City of West Chicago's Marketing and Communications Division oversees the city's communication initiatives. All City news, events, and program updates are published on the website as soon as they are ready. If you have any inquiries, please contact the Marketing and Communications Division for assistance at communications@westchicago.org.
RECENT & ARCHIVED NEWS
This page, as well as the City's homepage, offers an archive of recently published news items. When a post from the City has been up for a specific duration, it is typically taken down and placed in the City's 'News Archive,' which is accessible on this webpage.
COMMUNICATIONS PLATFORMS
After being published on the City's website, news articles are shared across the City's digital communications channels, such as its Facebook and Twitter (i.e., "X") pages. Additionally, a bi-weekly e-newsletter is sent out every other Friday (twice per month). To stay updated with the City's communication channels, please use the provided buttons to sign up.
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PRINTED NEWSLETTER
The City produces a concise one-page printed bulletin that is accessible at the onset of each season in the City Hall’s entryway and other community locations. This bulletin primarily spotlights seasonal service reminders and upcoming events. The seasonal editions cover the following timeframes:
- Winter (December to February)
- Spring (March to May)
- Summer (June to August)
- Fall (September to November)
The City previously printed and mailed a newsletter to all postal patrons. However, in response to changing public preferences for digital content and rising production costs, the City published its last edition of this newsletter in the fall of 2023. If you would like to access archived editions of this newsletter, please click the button below.
RECENT NEWS ITEMS
Street Closures and Parking Restrictions for Frosty Fest Begin Dec. 2
The City of West Chicago will host its annual Frosty Fest on Saturday, December 2 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. As part of the event, please note the following […]
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Police Department Responds to Structure Fire; Social Services Unit Assisting Affected Families
On Thursday, November 30, 2023, at 1:11 a.m., personnel from the West Chicago Police Department, along with personnel from the West Chicago Fire Protection District, were dispatched to Main Park […]
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At Home with Merle Burleigh – November 29, 2023
MERLE’S CORNER Again the magic in his old silk hat wafts throughout the community, spreading a festive air when Frosty the Snowman comes to West Chicago for Frosty Fest from […]
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West Chicago’s Frosty Fest Returns this Saturday
West Chicago’s Frosty Fest returns to the City’s downtown area this Saturday, December 2 from 4 p.m. to 7 pm. The event will kick off with the Frosty Fest Procession […]
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Proposed Greenhouse History and Update
Proposed Greenhouse History and Update The provided information addresses recent community member concerns regarding the City’s building permit process and recent actions surrounding a structure described as a greenhouse being […]
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Registration Open for Spring 2024 Citizens Police Academy
The Citizens Police Academy program for Spring 2024 is currently accepting applications until Wednesday, January 31. Offered by the City of West Chicago’s Police Department, the Program spans 10 weeks […]
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Traffic Impacts for Main & Wilson Intersection Anticipated through December
[Notification Update: 11/15/2023 @ 2:30 p.m.] This project has been delayed, and is now anticipated to begin the week of December 4, 2023. A new notification will be provided prior […]
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Holiday Light Collection Program Available through January
Beginning Friday, November 24, strands of incandescent and LED holiday lights, and extension cords, may be dropped off at designated bins at the following locations through Friday, January 19. West […]
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Reward Offered for Information on Recent Graffiti Incidents
The City of West Chicago’s Police Department has observed a notable increase in incidents involving graffiti throughout the City. In response to this concerning trend, the Department is seeking the […]
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Donate to Toys for Tots Program through December 7
The City of West Chicago will once again be participating in the Marine Corp Toys for Tots program. Donations of new, unwrapped, toys can be dropped off at various locations […]
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City Seeking Volunteers for Commissions
The City of West Chicago is seeking volunteers to fill vacancies on some of the City’s Commissions. These volunteer opportunities provide residents, and non-residents in some cases, with a chance […]
Read MoreARCHIVED NEWS ITEMS
The City maintains news archives for the previous two years. Should you have a specific inquiry that extends beyond this time frame, please contact the Marketing and Communications Division for assistance at communications@westchicago.org.
Please note that only content related to City news is included in the archive, while information about events, programs, and services is not archived.