Maribeth M. Wilson

A prime spot for development in La Salle has been acquired by an investment group, just a month after the La Salle City Council had passed on bidding on the property.

Over 150 kids and 50 families received Christmas gifts through La Salle’s Officer Santa Program on Saturday.

Reddick Library in Ottawa unveiled its highly anticipated aquarium Saturday after the previous one sprung a leak in May.

La Salle County is now at medium risk for COVID-19 hospitalizations, according to the La Salle County Health Department, under standards set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The Bureau County Board denied the conditional use to build and operate two solar farms Tuesday after the public and officials voiced safety concerns, decreasing home values and decreased enjoyment of outdoor living spaces.

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.

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.

The Princeton Planning and Zoning Commission approved Bureau County Advisory for the use of a solar installation during Tuesday’s meeting.

The Illinois EPA is in contact with the city of La Salle as it upgrades its filters at the Water Treatment Plant, Illinois EPA Public Information Officer Kim Biggs said.

In just two years, Millstone Bakery in downtown La Salle has become a destination, earning Illinois Made recognition and putting itself on the map of unique businesses across the state. Here is their story.

La Salle County remains at low risk for COVID-19, despite 44 other Illinois counties being designated at an elevated level by the Illinois Department of Public Health, including neighboring Marshall County.

As of Wednesday, 139 kids and 51 families will be receiving Christmas gifts through La Salle’s Officer Santa Program this year.

The city of Peru donated $2,500 on Monday to the Blue and Red Christmas for Kids, a local charity that provides personalized gifts to children in need.

Brian Zebron was sworn-in as school resource officer for the Peru Police Department during Monday’s City Council meeting.

The La Salle City Council approved Nov. 27 the purchase of new LED lights for the water treatment plant, the Civic and Canon water towers and a booster station.