The first roundabout in Woodstock is being planned for the five-way intersection of Lake Avenue, Madison Street and South Street. Woodstock Public Works Director Jeff Van Landuyt said construction on […]
The fresh produce stands and refrigerated meat cases at Wisted’s Supermarket in Woodstock are completely bare. On the front window, one sign reads “Out of business” and another states “20 percent off.” […]
A 24-year-old Woodstock man has been charged with retail theft and possession of a controlled substance after he allegedly stole hydrocodone pills from the Walgreens pharmacy where he worked. […]
Bull Valley Ford will receive up to $470,000 over the course of eight years from the city of Woodstock, a tax-incentive deal intended to help pay for major upgrades to […]
Woodstock Police will not file charges against a 56-year-old Woodstock man who mistakenly left his 9mm handgun at the U.S. Post Office building Feb. 5. Police Chief Robert Lowen […]
On Tuesday, Feb. 9, Woodstock residents can participate in the Mardi Gras practice of pigging out on paczki, a popular Polish pastry. Swiss Maid Bakery, with stores in Woodstock and […]
One person was transported to Centegra Hospital-Woodstock after a car struck a utility pole Thursday, Feb. 4 on Route 14 in Woodstock. Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded to the crash at […]
Alison Rosenbaum, 42, is grateful for the new drop-in center at the former Woodstock firehouse at Throop and South streets. In addition to providing food and shelter from the cold, […]
Owners of Lucky Bernie’s have applied for a city of Woodstock liquor license for the “upscale deli restaurant” they intend to open at 11605 Catalpa Lane. City council members at […]
The first of several changes to come for the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District has been announced since the village of Lakewood declined to renew its emergency services contract with the department. […]
Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.
Janet Dovidio has been a freelance correspondent for The Independent for eight years.
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