Burr Ridge News

If you're not seeking any luck of the Irish or St. Patrick's Day festivities - check out how to get your leprechaun on in the suburbs here - there's still plenty to do around Burr Ridge this weekend, including a sidewalk sale, a production of a classic children's story and more.

Blackberry Township Cemetery Sexton Fred Dornback was appointed Blackberry Township Supervisor on Tuesday in a 3-1 vote by township trustees.

Each week, we will be taking a look back at the fascinating history of Burr Ridge and separating fact from fiction.

Burr Ridge residents may get a say this fall on village trustees' pay and whether elected officials in the municipality should face term limits.

The Northwest suburbs are miles away from the Southwest suburbs, but those who live in the 17th Cook County Board district are finding Orland Park-area politics all over their Republican primary.

Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills Elementary District 181 is welcoming applicants for a new Learning Committee.

On Sunday, March 2, at the Marriott in Burr Ridge, around 400 women gathered for the Hinsdale Auxiliary of the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago Tablescapes event.

Meet the host of "Chelsea Lately," see an Oscar-winning film and more in our top picks of things to do around Burr Ridge this weekend.

Area elementary school districts have been adjusting their school calendars to make up for four days on which school was canceled because of extremely cold temperatures.

Each week, we will be taking a look back at the fascinating history of Burr Ridge and separating fact from fiction.

The contest to represent the Cook County Board's 17th District in the March 18 Republican primary pits conservative challenger Barbara Bellar of Burr Ridge against Elizabeth Doody Gorman of Orland Park, seeking her fourth term.

A fire at a large home in Burr Ridge home caused more than $1.7 million in damage Monday afternoon.

Written by Shannon Antinori For many area residents, Fat Tuesday - which falls on March 4 this year - is not complete without the delectable Polish delicacy known as paczki.

There's more to do than just watching the Oscars this Sunday - check out festivities for a beloved children's author, a concert of French music and more in our top picks of weekend happenings around Burr Ridge.

Two people were rescued from a multifamily home in Burr Ridge Monday morning after Tri-State firefighters were called to 185 89th Street.

Each week, we will be taking a look back at the fascinating history of Burr Ridge and separating fact from fiction.

See the cinematic talents of local filmmakers, catch a comedy or drama onstage and more in our top picks of things to do this weekend around Burr Ridge.

Hinsdale Police arrested a 17-year-old Burr Ridge boy for unlawful use of alcohol and possession of tobacco after he lost control of his vehicle, slid into a snow bank and then waved down an officer, according to Hinsdale Police Department report.

Each week, we will be taking a look back at the fascinating history of Burr Ridge and separating fact from fiction.

The following incidents were listed among the official reports of the area police departments.