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Olivia Ander takes a bite out of the gingerbread cookie she decorated during the Holidays in Hinsdale event last month. The village sponsored the cookie decorating, wagon rides and visits with Santa in Burlington Park. (Jim Slonoff photo)...
Olivia Ander takes a bite out of the gingerbread cookie she decorated during the Holidays in Hinsdale event last month. The village sponsored the cookie decorating, wagon rides and visits with Santa in Burlington Park. (Jim Slonoff photo)...
Hinsdale Central head boys basketball coach Nick Latorre keeps a close eye on his team's defensive play in the fourth quarter of the Red Devils' opening game against Schaumburg Dec. 27 in the annual Hinsdale Central Holiday Classic tournament. Junior guard Vincas Buzelis draws a foul driving to the basket to earn a couple of free throws, while teammate and fellow guard Will Gaffney works to stay in front of his opponent on the defensive end. Junior guard Eric Kozys keeps his...
One-year-old Kimchi - a total sweetheart - is back, still looking for a home. She has lived with cats and dogs in a foster home and will need a dog friend to help show her the world isn't so scary. Kimchi is a little shy around people she doesn't know, but she warms up quickly. She is spayed, microchipped, and fully vaccinated. Her adoption fee is $325. The Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center is open to the public 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, noon to...
The Hinsdale Central Special Olympics basketball team was victorious over D99 Hoops Dec. 8 at Hinsdale Central. The game was tied down to a last-minute shot that put the Devils ahead 36-34. The Friday night contest was filled with fans who turned out for the Pack the Place event. Peer buddy Grace Scott works with Jack Caliento on his shooting. Seniors Kathy Zhang and Ricky Luo were honored during senior night. Joe Blase Sanchez sinks a shot early in the game. Maya Salamah and...
When the snowflakes swirl and the cold wind blows, I welcome the chance to slow down. Gray winter days have me craving something warm and comforting. So, when I have time at home, I like to a make a winter pub inspired dinner, my British braised beef and mashed potatoes. This wine braised beef is like beef bourguignon, but simpler to make. Just brown the meat, add the wine and stock and the oven will do all the work while your kitchen is filled with a delicious aroma. Finish...
This is the time of year when every outlet publishes its “best of” lists. The Hinsdalean wanted to get in on the action, with a local twist. So here are the favorite books, performances and TV shows as recommended by folks who live and work in our favorite town. “The best book I read in 2023 is one that actually came out in 2022 — ‘An Immense World’ by Ed Yong. I’m always looking for books — whether fiction or nonfiction — that will transform how I think about the world a...
How do you know if old stuff is worth anything? Ready to part with that tacky collectible? It could be treasure to Rex Newell. "If something that you have is strange and ugly, it tends to be really valuable," said the veteran antique appraiser. "Strange is good in this business." Newell will offer his services to attendees of his "Antiques Roadshow"-like program from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10, at the Hinsdale Public Library (see Page XX for details). He'll also...
Joseph James Lebeda, 80, a 53-year resident of Clarendon Hills, formerly of Hinsdale, died Dec. 26, 2023. Joe was a thoughtful and kind man, who was loved by many. He was a longtime member of the Clarendon Hills Lions Club, a U.S. Army Reservist, and during his career a dedicated employee and plant manager of Air Liquide. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Milly R. Lebeda, née Slifka; his daughter, Karen M. Beeson; his grandchildren, Joseph and Paul Beeson; his sister,...
Shirley M. Dolack, nee Betcher, 101, of Hinsdale, died Dec. 29, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 70 years, Joseph T. Dolack; and her parents, Louis and Myrtle Betcher. She is survived by her children, Thomas (Linda) Dolack, Sue (Terry) Walsh, Cathy (Timothy) Walsh, Joseph (Bobbie) Dolack, Jr. and Marylee (Robb) Richmond; her grandchildren, Chris, Kevin, Kate, Tim, Dan, Eileen, Sarah, Patrick, Casey, Catherine, Joe III, Ben and Emily; and her 17...
Ahh, the early days of January, when we have yet to disappoint ourselves by failing to live up to our New Year’s resolutions. Since it’s already Jan. 4, I guess that might not be true. A cookie might have been consumed, a morning workout skipped. Yes, resolutions are tough to keep. I wrote last year that part of the problem, at least for me, is the specificity of the resolutions I tend to set. I will walk X number of days each month. I will spend X minutes a day cleaning out...
We flew out Dec. 31 from O’Hare and the airport was completely empty. The weather was sunny, clear and 60 degrees. TSA waved us through, smiling and wishing us a wonderful flight. Then, they called us an airport transport and whisked us to our gate. The ground attendants upgraded us to first class and we boarded immediately. The captain came on the intercom and said we would arrive in New York City 40 minutes early due to the westerlies. Meanwhile, we drank champagne and ate c...
In our first January issue last year, we kicked off a new weekly series designed to celebrate Hinsdale’s 150th anniversary. Last week we ran the final installment. We learned a lot about our favorite village’s history over the past year — and not just from the weekly series. We also dedicated our summer series, “Quintessential Hinsdale,” to the places and events that make Hinsdale the special place it is. And, of course, we can’t forget the 120-page special section we published Sept. 28 honoring the sesquicente...
It's been a lifetime since Rich Meyer lived in Hinsdale. But a part of him still calls it home. "It's a fairy tale town," he said. A graduate of Hinsdale High School, Meyer said he would have been content to stay in Hinsdale and start working after graduation. But even in the early 1960s, his teachers, neighbors and classmates encouraged and valued a college education. More than 60 years later, Meyer said he's grateful for what his hometown and his education have provided....
Hinsdale police distributed the following reports Jan. 3. Arrest for fleeing police Malik O. Daghash, 23, 12124 Venetian Way, Orland Park, was arrested for felony fleeing and eluding a police officer, speeding, improper lane use and driving with expired license plates at 9:33 p.m. Dec. 28 at Route 83 and 55th Street. He was taken into custody after driving on a rim and striking a curb at 31st Street and Jorie Blvd in Oak Brook. He was charged and taken to DuPage County Jail. DUI arrests • Tyhysia C. Tarver, 36, 6608 S. M...
Just when you got used to the old rules, 2024 brings a slate of new ones to learn. More than 300 new laws took effect Jan. 1, ranging from a ban on book bans to the regulation of “deepfake porn” and prohibitions on videoconferencing while driving. Under the Paid Leave for All Workers Act, workers in Illinois are now entitled to earn up to 40 hours of paid leave during a 12-month period, time they can take off work for any reason, regardless of whether they are full-time, part-time, or seasonal employees. Scott Cruz, a lab...
The village expects to repave Sixth Street in asphalt, not concrete, as stated in a Dec. 28 editorial....
Henry Platts, son of Lindsey and Jordan Platts of Hinsdale, born at 4:44 a.m. Jan. 1, was the first baby of 2024 to be born at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale. The adorable bundle of joy weighed 6 pounds 5 ounces, measured 19.5 inches long and was welcomed home by his 2-year-old brother, Lane. Congratulations to the Platts family on the newest member of their family. (photo courtesy of UChicago Medicine AdventHealth)...
Hinsdale High School District 86 Board 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11 Hinsdale Central High School 55th and Grant streets www.hinsdale86.org/board-of-education/board-meetings Hinsdale Historic Preservation Commission 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11 Memorial Building 19 E. Chicago Ave. On the draft agenda: public meetings on preservation incentives for 515 S. Lincoln St., 217 W. Hickory St. and 605 E. Third St. Hinsdale Plan Commission 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10 Memorial Building 19 E. Chicago Ave. On the draft agenda: schedule...
Each January, we talk to the leaders of seven major nonprofit agencies in Hinsdale about their experiences over the previous year and ask them to share one wish for the current year. The second article in this two-part series — focusing on Candor Health Education, Community Memorial Foundation, HCS Family Services and The Community House — will run Jan. 11. Hinsdale Historical Society With the village celebrating its sesquicentennial in 2023, it’s no surprise the past year was...
Places from the past - Hinsdale's building services supervisor, Jim Piontkowski, a Hinsdale Central graduate, moved to Hinsdale in 1971 and spent many years here in his youth. Having spent more than 40 years with the village, there isn't a lot about Hinsdale he doesn't know or hasn't photographed. This photo from 1979 is of Dixon Realtors, which was located at 8 E. Hinsdale Ave. It is the current home of Coldwell Banker in the Village. Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at...
Following the arrival of 11 busloads of migrants in 11 days in downtown Hinsdale, the village has joined the growing number of suburban communities enacting restrictions on bus companies to prevent the unannounced drop-offs. At a special village board meeting Tuesday, trustees passed an ordinance requiring bus companies to file an application with Hinsdale Police Chief Brian King at least five days before a proposed disembarking date. Failure to do so carries a fine of $750 per passenger and the possible impounding of the...
