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Deathly Hallows hits theaters

By Allyson Martin | November 18, 2010

Part one of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows opened this morning at midnight. The last book of the Harry Potter series was split into two parts for the film version. "I'm pretty skeptical about the half and half thing," said Laura Calgaro, sophomore...

DeKalb Fire Department urges caution for holiday safety

By Allyson Martin | November 18, 2010

People who are looking forward to the upcoming holidays should keep fire safety in mind. "Holidays are there for enjoyment," said DeKalb Fire Chief Bruce Harrison. "We are just trying to make sure there are no holiday disasters." During the holidays,...

Male student robbed at gunpoint

By John Bachmann | November 18, 2010

A male student claims to have been robbed at gunpoint Wednesday night near Welsh Park. The student who spoke with the Northern Star requested anonymity. At about 11 p.m., after the student left his house near Russell Road and Greenbrier Road, the student...

Re:New DeKalb, businesses team up for holiday celebrations

By Shadonna Merriweather | November 18, 2010

Re:New DeKalb and downtown DeKalb businesses are partnering up for the next eight weeks to provide Holiday traditions for the community from Saturday until Dec. 18. The intersection of Lincoln Highway and Second Street will be blocked off Saturday and...

Crime Stoppers seeks information about burglary

By Northern Star Staff | November 18, 2010

Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a residential burglary that occurred between Oct. 19 and Nov. 2. in Sycamore, according to a Crime Stoppers press release. The burglary occurred in the 1800 Block of Letha Westgate Drive, the release stated. According...

DeKalb leaf collection will continue until Nov. 30

By Northern Star Staff | November 17, 2010

The DeKalb Loose Leaf Collection Program will end on Nov. 30, according to a press release from the city. Crews will collect leaves in DeKalb now through Nov. 30. Landscape drop off sites will also remain in place through Nov. 30. Yard waste collection...

City council approves agreement with Auto Meter Products

By Northern Star Staff | November 16, 2010

SYCAMORE | On Monday night, the Sycamore City Council voted to approve a development agreement between the city and Auto Meter Products. According to the meeting agenda, this agreement centers around the donation of the former Chicago & Northwestern...

Crime Stoppers: information need for delivery driver held at gun point

By Northern Star Staff | November 16, 2010

Crime stoppers is seeking information about an alleged armed robbery that took place at 11:50 p.m. on Nov. 10. in the north lot of Suburban Apartments, 1305 Annie Glidden Road. According to the release, a pizza delivery driver was held up at gun point...

Champagne, Chocolate and Firelight event to help celebrate the holidays

By Jessica Wells | November 15, 2010

Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St. in Sycamore, will offer a holiday celebration themed shopping experience Thursday that's aimed to delight. From 5 to 7 p.m., Blumen Gardens will host its second Champagne, Chocolate and Firelight event. Anna Betauw, advertising...

City blotter for 11/16/10

By Northern Star Staff | November 15, 2010

The following was taken directly fromarea police and fire department records, or from the DeKalb Countycourt records. Anyone mentioned is presumed innocent until provedguilty in a court of law.At 6:08 p.m. Sunday, DeKalb Police found a suspect wanted...

Going green in DeKalb County

By Shadonna Merriweather | November 15, 2010

While the National Geographic has created a Green Guide for everyday living, DeKalb County goes a little further and provides an outlet of learning and physical practices for community members to get involved in with the Go Green Initiative. "Our mission...