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LaSalle-Peru won one of two games and Princeton won its opener on Saturday at the Ottawa tournament.
Peru police have identified the motorist charged in the alcohol-related Wednesday crash that injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian remains hospitalized.
U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Naperville) announced Illinois Valley Community College will receive $889,855 in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants Program.
Debo Ace Hardware in downtown Peru is celebrating a milestone birthday Saturday.
The Illinois Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development hosted its 111th annual dinner Thursday at Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center, honoring local businesses and volunteers for their commitments and accomplishments over the past year.
L-P senior Makenzie Hamilton was voted NewsTribune Athlete of the Week after winning the individual title and leading the Cavaliers to the team title at the Cavalier Classic.
A pedestrian was struck and injured by a vehicle Wednesday in Peru, and the driver is charged with DUI.
La Salle-Peru High School was made aware of a scam Thursday occurring in the area using the school’s name and athletic mascot.
The L-P boys and girls bowling teams defeated St. Bede. That plus basketball and wrestling results in Thursday's NewsTribune roundup.
A look at the statistical leaders for players in the NewsTribune area for the 2023 football season.
The Tree of Hope was lit Wednesday at Horizon House in Peru. More than 75% of donations for this year have been met. An additional $12,640 is needed to reach the agency's fundraising goal.
Illinois Valley Public Action to Deliver Shelter is joining a national fundraiser walk, Coldest Night of the Year, on Feb. 24 in Ottawa to raise funds and awareness to combat homelessness.
The last weekend of holiday activities before Christmastime features the last chance to shop at the Chris Kringle Market, the annual TUBACHRISTMAS, a Light Up Streator event, the Illinois Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra and musical performances at the Princeton library.
A look at the best football players in the NewsTribune area for the 2023 season.
United Township won the night, but there were victories to be had on the mats for host L-P, Sandwich and Streator on Wednesday in Sellett Gym.