And students from another local school broke open their piggy banks to help out as well.

The Salvation Army has some good news for those affected by the summer floods of 2008.

A report released today by the Winnebago County Sheriff's Department reveals overall crime in 2009 was down 20% compared to 2008.

When Shylo, a 5-year-old husky, was rescued from the icy Rock River last week, rescuers noted how the dog never released its grip on a rope tossed to him from the banks.

Approximately 650 Illinois Army National Guard soldiers will be recognized this weekend by the National Guard Bureau Freedom Salute Campaign for their sacrifice and service in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

The Village of Machesney Park has announced the finalists of the Holiday Lighting Contest.

Garbage pickup in Machesney Park will be on Saturday, Dec 11 due to todaya s inclement weather.

For this lean shop dedicated to low-inventory kanban relationships with customers, the most critical measure of efficiency revealed the value of robotic loading.

Friday, Dec 4, 2009 * Just 1 Asian carp found sleeping with the fishes "If there aren't any Asian carp, we still believe it was an essential operation," John Rogner, assistant director of the Illinois Natural Resources Department, said before the lone 22-pound fish was found.

Forty-two homeowners in Machesney Park received supplements totaling $57,371 to purchase energy efficient appliances and other energy-saving measures from a grant funded by ComEd and awarded by the State that offsets the purchase of energy saving measures including lighting, air conditioners, dishwashers, refrigerators, and more.

Editor's note: Information in Police Briefs is obtained from the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office and city police departments.

Communities across the USA are slamming the door on door-to-door solicitors and peddlers.

Kathleen Addams was found unresponsive by emergency crews last night around 11p.m., in her home in the 400 block of Superior Avenue.

She's charged with attempted murder and two counts of aggravated battery. This comes after police say she stabbed 34-year-old Andrew Cronin several times in the neck.

Christopher Barclay Hamm and Leslie Ann Lorton, both of Machesney Park, Ill., announce their engagement and upcoming winter wedding.

A local man is recovering after he's rescued from the Rock River in Machesney Park.

"It doesn't surprise me, it's a long time coming." Parents at South Beloit Junior High have been saying for years, teacher Kevin Thompson's reputation rubs them the wrong way.

One builder's universal machining centers use various components onboard supplied by Advanced Machine & Engineering and its sister company, Hennig, Inc.

It's getting to be a weekly occurrence and we certainly don't mind. Another round of stateline soldiers are returning home from the battlefield this week.

Beautiful sounds coming from the peace choir made up of Rockford, Machesney Park and Keith students.