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Police Officers to Stake Out Dunkin' Donuts Rooftops for 11th Straight Year!
St. Charles, IL—May 28, 2013—For the 11th year in a row, hundreds of law enforcement officers from throughout the State of Illinois will stake out Dunkin’ Donuts rooftops – including the one at 1711 W. Main Street – to benefit Special Olympics Illinois on Friday, May 31, beginning at 6 a.m. Read more »
National Police Week 2013
This week is National Police Week – a week set aside to remember the many law enforcement officers who have given their lives in the line of duty and to honor those officers who serve and protect our communities every day. Blue ribbons are available at the City of St. Charles reception desk for those who would like to tie one on their car antennae in recognition and support. A Law Enforcement exhibition in honor of National Police Week is on display in the south window of the St. Read more »
Youth Police Academy Debuts
The St. Charles Police Department will host its first ever Youth Police Academy June 10-14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The academy is open to kids ages 13-16 and will showcase careers in police and fire work, encourage team work, and grow self-esteem. Read more »
Roadside Safety Check - Friday, April 26, 2013
The Illinois State Police and St. Charles Police Departments will conduct a joint roadside safety check in St. Charles during the evening of Friday, April 26, 2013. Read more »
Flooding Update: April 18, 4:30 p.m.
Some Closed Roads are Reopened as Water Recedes in Some Areas
The City of St. Charles emergency and public works crews continue to respond to the extreme amounts of rain that fell over the last 24 hours. With rainfall diminishing, and waters now receding in some areas, monitoring the future cresting of the Fox River becomes key.
Fire News
Flooding Update: April 18, 4:30 p.m.
Some Closed Roads are Reopened as Water Recedes in Some Areas
The City of St. Charles emergency and public works crews continue to respond to the extreme amounts of rain that fell over the last 24 hours. With rainfall diminishing, and waters now receding in some areas, monitoring the future cresting of the Fox River becomes key.
Winter Fire Safety Tips
As the temperatures dip, the St. Charles Fire Department would like you to keep these winter safety tips in mind: Read more »
Fire Chief Patrick Mullen Retires after 35 Years in Fire Service
After five years of distinguished, dedicated, and honorable service to the City of St. Charles, Chief Mullen has elected to retire from the fire service. Patrick Mullen was hired by the City of St. Charles as Fire Chief on October 1, 2007, after 19 years of service to the City of Naperville Fire Department where he achieved the rank of Assistant Fire Chief. Read more »