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Marmion Academy Opens Doors for Girls Sports

July 11, 2026

A decision made in November 2024 by Abbot Joel Rippinger and the monastic community at Marmion Abbey marked a turning point for the Aurora school, which had been all‑male since its founding in 1933. The institution announced that it would accept female students for the first time and, consequently,

education

Quiet Champions of Peace

July 6, 2026

In a history class, the focus shifts from famous war heroes to ordinary people who shape lasting harmony. These figures show that peace is built not only by grand gestures but by everyday actions. A woman named Alice Paul led a peaceful march in Washington, D. C. , on March 3, 1913. Her dem

entertainment

British Crime Stories to Watch This Summer

June 16, 2026

"Summer heat can be overwhelming, but the cool mystery of a well‑crafted crime drama might just keep you refreshed. Many British series combine clever plots with strong characters, and the best of them can be found on both streaming platforms and traditional TV. These shows span decades, from medi

education

Kids Create a Film About Anxiety, Restaurants Close, and a New Fred Rogers Stamp

May 29, 2026

Students from nine school districts in Western Pennsylvania teamed up with Wonder Media and the Grable Foundation to make an animated movie called “Finding Alice in Wonderland. ” The film talks about worry, sticking with yourself, and telling the truth to others. It lets kids own the story and spark

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Lions Turn the Tide in a Late‑Game Comeback

May 20, 2026

The Lions faced a 4‑0 hole early but surged in the eighth inning to win 9‑4, marking a second straight victory for the team. Key hitters included Justin Heydorn, who went 2‑for‑4 with a home run and four RBIs, and Brady Koren, who also hit 2‑for‑4 with a double. Downers Grove North’s Rhys Dominow ma

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Georgie Harris Finds a New Match After Split

April 13, 2026

Georgie Harris, who was seen on the TV show “Love on the Spectrum, ” said she has started a new relationship with a friend of three years. The man, named Luke Cardon, is described as someone who “matches her energy. ” She shared the news in a post on Sunday, asking her followers to greet Luke. Ge

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Aurora Central Catholic Wins First Game While Other Schools Shuffle Scores

April 11, 2026

The Chargers finally broke their losing streak with a 10‑0 win over Adams‑Friendship, thanks to three hits and RBIs from Grace Grunloh and Morgan Vaghy, plus a solid six‑inning outing by Corina Maratea. In the same stretch, Burlington Central kept its conference perfect record with a 5‑3 victory ove

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St. Charles North Dominates with 33‑Run Blow

April 9, 2026

The North Stars exploded early, racking up a record 21 runs in the first inning before finishing with a 33‑to‑zero victory over Bartlett. Abby Zawadski was the star, hitting three times and driving in eight runs with two homers. Julianna Kouba added a home run and four RBIs, while Jillian Salter had

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U. S. Women Crush Canada in Olympic Preliminaries

February 11, 2026

The U. S. women's hockey squad dominated Canada with a 5‑0 win in the first round of the Winter Games. Coach John Wroblewski told his players that a victory is only part of the climb, hinting at the long road ahead to gold. The match was a showcase for the Americans’ power, who have already wo

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U. K. Entertainment Industry Hits Record High in 2025

January 14, 2026

The U. K. entertainment scene had a massive year in 2025. The home entertainment market hit a record high of £5. 7 billion, which is about $7. 6 billion. This is a 10% jump from the previous year. The whole U. K. media and entertainment industry grew by 8%, reaching $45. 6 billion. British movies a