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A parolee was wanted for three alleged drug deals conducted in 2024. When the police caught him, they said they found 5 ounces (about one-third pound) of purported cocaine. Mariano Verucchi now faces up to 40 years in prison.
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Bureau County police reports
Devonte L. Williams, 28, of Granville, was cited by the Bureau County Sheriff’s Office at 3:53 a.m. May 17 at 2650 E Street and Route 29 in Princeton for driving with a revoked or suspended license, operation of a vehicle with an expired registration and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle.
Heather A. Graves, 39, of Spring Valley, was arrested by the Spring Valley police at 8:27 p.m. May 18 on the 300 block of West St. Paul Street on complaints of aggravated battery and criminal trespass to residence.
Jacob E. Brown, 35, of Spring Valley, was arrested by the Spring Valley police at 7:33 p.m. May 17 at 419 W. Erie St. on a warrant arrest.
Jonathan E. Garibay, 25, of Spring Valley, was arrested by the Spring Valley police at 12:18 a.m. May 17 at Greenwood and Third streets on a complaint of driving while license suspended.
Jose Calderon, 32, of DePue, was arrested by the Spring Valley police at 10:57 p.m. May 16 at routes 29 and 89 on a complaint of driving while license suspended.
Kimberly J. Vonperbandt, 50, of Princeton, was arrested by Spring Valley police at 12:38 a.m. May 16 at U.S. 6 and Meridian Road on a complaint of driving while license suspended.
Shaw Local News Network relies on reports furnished by police in our coverage area. Individuals in Police Reports who have been charged with a crime have not been proved guilty in court.
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OSF HealthCare Saint Clare Medical Center in Princeton announced that applications are open for the 2025 health care scholarship awards. (Shaw Local News Network)
OSF HealthCare Saint Clare Medical Center in Princeton announced that applications are open for the 2025 health care scholarship awards.
Three scholarships are available for students who are pursuing a career in health care.
The scholarships offered include the OSF Saint Clare Health Career Scholarship, Harold Morine Scholarship and Pierson Nursing Scholarship. These scholarships aim to support students in Bureau County who are dedicated to a future in health care professions such as nursing, radiology, laboratory technology, respiratory therapy, physical, occupational or speech therapy and pre-medical studies.
Students eligible for these scholarships include recent high school graduates and advanced degree candidates. Applicants must reside in Bureau County. To apply, students must demonstrate academic excellence and showcase their commitment to health care through volunteer or work experiences, health-related activities and plan to pursue a health care career.
Interested applicants can download the scholarship application at https://osf-web8.live.imagescape.com/media/filer_public/10/20/10208434-984f-46f5-95d4-ff04151bf720/scmc-scholarship-application_2025.pdf, pick up a copy at the hospital or reach out to Samantha Rux for an electronic copy. Completed applications must be submitted to Samantha Rux, either via email at samantha.l.harkerrux@osfhealthcare.org or by mail to OSF HealthCare Saint Clare Medical Center, 530 Park Ave. E., Princeton, IL 61356. The deadline for submissions is May 1.
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State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is inviting local leaders, students and community members to an Open House event 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, to celebrate her new district office at 628 Columbus St. (Suite 408) in Ottawa. (Mark Busch)
State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is inviting local leaders, students and community members to an Open House event 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, to celebrate her new district office at 628 Columbus St. (Suite 408) in Ottawa.
“I am thrilled to host this open house and share my new office where community members can count on me and my team to navigate any state assistance or resources they need,” said Briel in a news release. “I’m looking forward to sharing this moment with students, local leaders and community members and engaging with folks to discuss top needs to improve our neighborhoods and what demands I’ll be bringing to the Statehouse this legislative session.”
Refreshments from local businesses in the Illinois Valley will be provided. All community members are welcome to attend. RSVP at contact@staterepbriel.com to confirm interest.
Briel was elected in November to succeed state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, after he decided not to run for reelection. Her district includes La Salle, Bureau and DeKalb counties.
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The following cases were considered by the Bureau County Grand Jury on Jan. 17. (Scott Anderson)
The following cases were considered by the Bureau County Grand Jury on Jan. 17:
These indictments were presented to the Grand Jury by Bureau County State’s Attorney Daniel C. Anderson, Assistant State’s Attorney Thomas Briddick and Assistant State’s Attorney William Brozovich. The indictments were returned before Judge Geno Caffarini and Judge James Andreoni. There were three suppressed cases.
These indictments are accusations against the defendants. They are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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Paw Paw firefighters spray water on a home in 300 block of Maple Street on Monday, April 22, 2024, in Earlville. The fire happened about 10 a.m. (Scott Anderson)
An Earlville residence is considered a total loss, but no one was injured, in a Monday fire that kept six companies on scene about five hours.
Earlville Fire Chief Larry Todd said firefighters were dispatched at 9:55 a.m. to 315 Maple St. The dwelling was occupied, he said, but all occupants left safety.
About 40 firefighters from the Earlville, Mendota, Leland, Troy Grove, Paw Paw and Ottawa departments battled the fire until about 3 p.m. Somonauk Ambulance was on scene, as well.
The cause of the fire is undetermined and remains under investigation by the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Todd said the fire, which is not thought to be suspicious, is thought to haven been started by a spa or whirlpool.
Heat from the fire caused undetermined damaged to a neighboring house, but Todd said that fire was extinguished.
Firefighters from Paw Paw, Somonauk, Troy Grove, Mendota, Earlville, Leland, Utica and Ottawa respond to a house fire Monday, April 22, 2024, in the 300 block of Maple Street in Earlville. The fire happened about 10 a.m. (Scott Anderson)
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The Illinois Valley Hispanic Partnership Council will be hosting its annual Cinco de Mayo festival at 5 p.m. Friday, May 3, at Northbrook Middle School, 1804 Guiles Ave., Mendota. There is no fee for entrance to the event. (Tom Sistak for Shaw Media)
The Illinois Valley Hispanic Partnership Council will be hosting its annual Cinco de Mayo festival at 5 p.m. Friday, May 3, at Northbrook Middle School, 1804 Guiles Ave., Mendota. There is no fee for entrance to the event.
This annual event features royalty competitions, food trucks, face painting and music, among other activities. In addition, more than 20 businesses and organizations will have booths at the event. There also will be raffles, including one for a used John Deere lawn tractor (tickets for this raffle are available through IVHPC members or by contacting Mario at 815-830-2547).
Money raised from the event benefits cultural events and scholarships.
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CItizenship ideals at Logan Junior High School emphasize both curriculum and extracurricular activities. Attitudes and behaviors that reflect a concern for others, participation in school functions, responsible leadership and willingness to serve, and mental and physical courage are the guidelines in selecting. Citizenship Awards at Logan Junior High School for the third quarter of the 2023-2024 school year are (front row, from left) Gabriel Glover, Jaxson Munson, Raymond Donahue and Addie Odell; (middle row) Michael Jones, Maycie Munson and Ailyn Cano; and (back row) Trevyn Munson, Bryce Cochran, Lenora Hopkins and Grace Nesbitt. (Photo provided)
The following students were selected to receive Citizenship Awards at Logan Junior High School in Princeton for the third quarter of the 2023-24 school year.
Fifth grade: Jaxson Munson, Maycie Munson, Addie Odell, Raymond Donahue, Gabriel Glover
Sixth grade: Michael Jones, Ailyn Cano
Seventh grade: Lenora Hopkins, Bryce Cochran
Eighth grade: Grace Nesbitt, Trevyn Munson
CItizenship ideals at Logan Junior High School emphasize both curriculum and extracurricular activities. Attitudes and behaviors that reflect a concern for others, participation in school functions, responsible leadership and willingness to serve and mental and physical courage are the guidelines in selecting.
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Princeton’s police chief has been meeting with the Princeton Ministerial Association and Arukah Institute of Healing the past several months to come up with solutions for what he said is “a pretty significant unhoused population.”
Princeton’s police chief has been meeting with the Princeton Ministerial Association and Arukah Institute of Healing for the past several months to come up with solutions for what he said is “a pretty significant unhoused population.”
The group is looking into starting a warming center in Princeton for the homeless.
Last winter, Arukah housed 37 people throughout the winter, Princeton Police Chief Tom Kammerer said. This year, Kammerer said the agency won’t be able to provide that.
Instead, 28 volunteers from the community received training to staff a warming center in Princeton. The eight-hour training class educated volunteers on mental health, terminology and safety, among other topics, Kammerer said.
The next step in developing a warming center is to take a census of the homeless population and then establish a location. Mayor Ray Mabry said there are indications that the homeless population may be down a little, with Kammerer saying it was at about 50 people in previous years.
Kammerer said he was hopeful the efforts by the group that regularly meets with the strong support of Arukah, and its resources, have led to success in finding homes, jobs or treatment for some of the population.
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The La Salle-Peru High School theatre department will present “Mean Girls-High School Version,” from Friday March 14, through Sunday, March 16, at the high school auditorium, 541 Chartres St., La Salle.
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