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New garbage toters coming in June

Everything you need to know about toter delivery, pickup By Eileen Millardnews@the woodstockindependent.com When the city’s new trash and recycling program starts on July 1, all residents should have received […]

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Lawsuits raining down in 2023 gas explosion

State Farm, American Family Insurance among plaintiffs in complaints against Nicor Gas, NPL Construction, Visu-Sewer By Susan W. Murraynews@the woodstockindependent.com Insurance companies that have collectively paid out more than $1.6 […]

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Everything you should know about measles

No Illinois cases reported to date, but national numbers have increased in 2025 By Eileen Millardnews@the woodstockindependent.com Although the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has not reported […]

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Queen Anne Road accident sends one to hospital

PRESS RELEASE On Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 12:03 p.m., the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded to the intersection of Route 120 and N. Queen Anne Road for a reported crash with […]

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Time is money on Route 47 widening

By Larry Lough news@the woodstockindependent.com Imagine Route 47 with four lanes of new pavement from U.S. 14 to Route 120, enhanced lighting at intersections, upgraded landscaping, and improved crosswalks for […]

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Metra rail yard project chugging along

By Susan W. Murraynews@the woodstockindependent.com About three dozen people formed the early bird group as the Opera House opened its doors at 5 p.m. last Tuesday for those who wanted […]

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Larry Lough is editor of The Independent and reports local news.

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Janet Dovidio has been a freelance correspondent for The Independent for eight years.

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Susan W. Murray

Susan W. Murray wrote for The Independent, covering various beats, from 2005 to 2008.

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