Erin Doerr News Today

In the annual reorganization of the Des Plaines Park District Board of Commissioners at the May 16 park board meeting, nominations for officers were offered and unanimously confirmed by commissioners.

Night of Roses winners attending Friday’s event included (front l. to r.) Dedication to Youth Award winner Niles-Maine District Library Youth & Teen Services Supervisor Arianne Carey, Bob Wordel Living Legend Award winner chamber Director Emeritus Joanne Cwynar, Ken Scheel Chamber Member of the Year Award winner School Dist. 63 Communications Director Janet Spector Bishop,

A bridge that could reduce train-related delays for motorists crossing the Union Pacific Railroad tracks in central Des Plaines could be built within the next six years, a consultant revealed this week.

Fans of Des Plaines Iroquois Pool can say goodbye to the old swimming hole this weekend before its demolished.