City Communications
City News Items
The City publishes all its updates regarding events, services, programs, and news directly to its website. News items are typically maintained on the City's main page for up to thirty days prior to being archived. Recent and archived news items can be viewed on this page.
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Community Bulletin
The City produces a concise one-page printed bulletin that spotlights seasonal reminders for City events, services, and programs. The bulletin is available at the onset of each season in the City Hall’s entryway during the following timeframes:
Recent News Items
New Murals Brighten Downtown West Chicago
If you’ve recently visited downtown West Chicago, you’ve likely seen something exciting-a colorful new addition that’s adding to the growing energy of the area! Following the refreshed Fremont Street water […]
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Non-Emergency City Office Closed Nov. 28-29
All non-emergency City offices are closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29. In the event of an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. Garbage and recycling pickup will be delayed […]
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At Home with Merle Burleigh – November 20, 2024
MERLE’S CORNER Approximately 200 persons, young and old, attended the Community Veterans Day service. organized by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6791and its Auxiliary, Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. […]
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Donate to Toys for Tots Program through December 14
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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Historical Preservation Commission Seeking New Members
The City of West Chicago’s Historical Preservation Commission is looking to fill two vacancies. If you’re passionate about preserving the unique character of our community, this is your chance to […]
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Greet the Holiday Season at West Chicago’s Frosty Fest
The City of West Chicago’s annual winter event, Frosty Fest, is Saturday, December 7 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The holiday event is held in the historic downtown area […]
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Free Leaf Collection Program Available through November 30
The 2024 Free Leaf Collection Program for fall is available from Monday, October 28 through Saturday, November 30. No universal stickers are required during this period, but leaves must be […]
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How to Be a Good Neighbor This Fall: Proper Leaf Disposal
As the vibrant colors of fall descend upon West Chicago, it’s important for all of us to take steps to maintain the beauty and cleanliness of our neighborhoods. One key […]
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LIHEAP: Financial Assistance for Energy Costs Available for Eligible Low-Income Households
DuPage County is accepting applications for its Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) through August 15, 2025. The LIHEAP program assists low-income households by offsetting the rising cost of […]
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Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Scheduled for Residents between Neltnor Blvd. and Joliet St.
Sanitary sewer maintenance is set for the area between Neltnor Boulevard and Joliet Street, and between Dayton Avenue and Forest Avenue. The work is expected to finish by December. Residents […]
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.
Social Media
The City utilizes several social media platforms for sharing recently published news items along with service and program updates, as well as provide notifications and alerts regarding public safety, service interruptions, and local traffic impacts. To ensure timely notifications about City business are being received, members of the public are encouraged to subscribe to the following social media platforms.