Every once in a while, something happens that reminds us of what community is really all about. Recently, a devastating fire at the Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes in Woodridge displaced more than sixty individuals and families. In a matter of hours, people lost their homes and many of the belongings that were part of their everyday lives.
Like so many of you, I have had my fair share of “slings and arrows” over the years. This is particularly true when you serve in an elected position. When you put yourself in the public arena, you quickly learn that not everyone will agree with you, and sometimes disagreements become personal.
In the midst of the world’s challenges, it is easy to become swept up in stress, headlines, and the daily rush. But when we take a step back—just for a moment—we begin to see...
This coming weekend, August 8 – 10, the City of Darien and the Darien Business Alliance will be conducting our 37th Annual Darien Fest at Westwood Park located on 75th Street and Fairview Ave...
A heartful thank you to all our Darien residents who joined us for our 37th Annual Darien Fest. It was wonderful to see family and friends come together to enjoy great entertainment, delicious food...
From time to time, I will present residents with updates as to how the City is moving forward with several key development projects:Chestnut Court Shopping Center – A Fresh Look is Coming! L...
My motivation for writing this “message” was my recent visit to Kingswood Academy where I had a chance to visit each class from preschool through eighth grade. Their excitement for...
Mayor Marchese will be attending the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new Crisis Recovery Center on August 13 in Wheaton.
Let’s talk about a topic that touches every one of us, whether we...
On this past July 4th, amid our celebrations of independence and community, we gathered at the Darien Community Park to rededicate a space that holds deep meaning for many of us – the Lions C...
In a collaborative effort between the City of Darien and Hinsdale South High School, a new internship program was launched this summer to provide students with firsthand experience in local governm...
If given the opportunity, I always enjoy recognizing young people who step out of their comfort zone in order to serve another individual or their community. Last week on Friday, we experienced ove...