Retail burglaries / National Night Out / Panda Express opens
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Retail Burglaries: Police are investigating three recent burglaries to retail stories. In one incident, police report that thieves apparently made off with an ATM and loose cash from Dev Liquors, 1170 McHenry: Reports say officers observed the front glass door shattered and heard an audible alarm from inside the business. In addition to the missing ATM and cash, reports say there were broken liquor bottles and liquid on the floor. Reports say the persons who entered the store appeared to be wearing hoods and face coverings.
In a second incident, Police responded to a report of a burglary at Smoker’s Hut, 80 W. Dundee Road Upon arrival officers observed three masked men in a dark sedan flee from the area, heading westbound on Dundee Road at a high rate of speed. Reports say the offenders shattered the front glass door, took currency and merchandise. This investigation is ongoing.
A third retail burglary was reported at the Smoker’s Hut at 394 Half Day Road, Officers observed broken glass and the front door was slightly ajar. Reports say a grey sedan parked in front of Smoker's Hut, doors ajar, with three subjects walking in and out of the building carrying boxes in their hands. Police say one subject was wearing a light-colored hoodie and the other two subjects were dressed in dark clothing. All the subjects had masks over their faces. Reports did not indicate if any arrests were made or if this burglary was connected to the Smoker’s Hut on Dundee Road.
Domestic incidents -- Two men are facing charges following recent domestic battery incidents. In the first case, police were called to the Extended Stay America motel, 1525 E Busch Parkway for a domestic battery report. Police report that upon arrival officers met with a victim, who said she had an altercation with a man. He was arrested and charged with domestic battery violence.
In the second case, police were called to a residence in the 300 block of Covington Ter. Reports say a woman at that address said she had an altercation with a man. The man was arrested and charged with domestic battery/bodily harm, and domestic battery/physical contact.
Retail theft -- Police were summoned four times in recent weeks in response to complaints of retail theft at Woodman’s Food Market, 1550 Deerfield Pkwy. In the first case, a 24-year-old Wheeling man; three counts of retail theft. In the other three cases, police reports do not indicate arrests of individuals who entered the store, took merchandise and left without paying for it. Reports do not indicate what was taken or the value of stolen merchandise.
Retail theft – Reports say officials at the Walgreen drugstore, 15 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., told them that an unknown person swiped two bottles of alcohol. The value or description was not reported.
Criminal Damage – Police reports say a resident at Villa Verde reported that the rear passenger window of his vehicle was shattered while it was parked.
Theft of vehicle parts -- A resident in the 600 block Hapsfield Lane reported that the catalytic converter on his car was removed while it was parked.
E-bike swiped – A resident in the 1500 block of Johnson Dr. told police that his electric bike was stolen from his back patio, which was chain locked.
Motor vehicle theft – Police say a resident in the 1400 block of Margate reported that his car was stolen. Reports say the car was a rental. Police did not provide a description of the vehicle.
Vehicular Burglary -- A resident in the 100 block of Selwyn Lane told police that someone entered his vehicle while it was parked overnight on July. Reports do not indicate what was stolen from the vehicle.
In Other Community News
Panda Express opens
The latest eatery to call The Clove home, Panda Express, opened on July 29. Panda Express, 264 McHenry Rd, joins Chik-fil-A and Guzman y Gomez.
In addition to Asian food, Panda Express brings with it a unique twist. Details can be found here
Bowling for Special Olympics
The Buffalo Grove Police Department will sponsor another fund-raising event for Special Olympics with an evening bowling at Bowlero, 350 McHenry Rd. to support Special Olympics Illinois athletes.
Registration is $30 per person, $25 for bowlers ages 7 and younger. Admission includes entry into raffle drawings, two hours of bowling, shoe and lane rentals, two slices of pizza and unlimited soft drinks. Check-in begins at 6:30 p.m. For more information and to register, contact Melessa Horbus, mhorbus@vbg.org or 847-459-2575.
National “Night Out” set
The Buffalo Grove Park District and Buffalo Grove first responders will sponsor a full slate of activities from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6 for this year's National Night Out at Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Rd.
Meet and greet Buffalo Grove police and firefighters, grab free giveaways and enjoy dinner from an assortment of food trucks and live music starting at 6:30 p.m. Residents are asked to bring nonperishable food item to help support the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council's food pantry.
Learn more on the this site..
Food pantry keeping busy
Vernon Township officials report that the township food pantry has seen increased demand while summer donations decrease. Approximately 175 families are served monthly; a number that has doubled since the pandemic due to ongoing economic challenges. Residents can click here to learn how they can help to keep the Food Pantry shelves stocked.
Stevenson parking passes available
Parking passes for parking spaces at the Prairie View Metra for Stevenson students are now on sale. Student parking is granted per a special agreement between Metra and Vernon Township. Students are required to park in the east parking lot closest to the entrance off of Port Clinton/Prairie Road. Parking in this lot is by permit, or for a daily fee of $1.75. To learn more, click here.
Cops have busy month
Buffalo Grove Police had a busy month during July. Throughout the month of July, the Buffalo Grove Police Department conducted a traffic safety campaign reminding motorists to slow down to save lives. The concentrated efforts resulted in the issuance of 31 speeding citations.
Meanwhile, in its July Fourth holiday crackdown from June 21 – July 8, the Department issued 75 seat belt citations, nine speeding citations and 39 additional citations.
This traffic safety campaign is administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation with federal highway safety funds.
Community Emergency Response Team plans training course
Looking for a unique opportunity to help your community and support our first responders? The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) needs you! CERT volunteers are trained to help in the event of large-scale emergencies and at special events. An eight-week training course on Tuesday is scheduled from 7 to 10 p.m. starting Sept. 24 from 7 - 10 p.m. Additional information and registration information is available at this link..
Why a duck? To support Rotary
The Rotary Club of Buffalo Grove will once again sponsor its “Lucky Duck Race” on Sunday, Sept. 1 as part of Buffalo Grove Days. More than $3,000 in prizes is available. For more information and to purchase ducks, go to this this site.
Rotary supports local charities and initiatives in BG, including hunger relief, school and safety programs, park improvements, plus student exchanges and service projects around the globe.
Summer concert Aug. 13
Due to a rain cancellation, the Park District has extended its Summer Concert Series to Tuesday, Aug. 13 with a pop/rock concert by the GooRoos. The concert was originally scheduled for July 23. The concert runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Food truck vendor Serna's Grill will be parked nearby for those who want to purchase dinner. Beer, wine, and soft drinks will be available at concessions.
Attendees are welcome to bring food and nonalcoholic beverages into the park; however, alcohol must be purchased at the park, and may not be brought in with you.
For more information on our Summer Concert Series, visit bgparks.org.
Aptakisic Road reconstruction making progress
Noise wall construction is in progress on the south side of Aptakisic near Brandywyn Lane. Crews are hoping to finish steel column installation for the noise wall this week. The contractor will also resume path construction on the north side of Aptakisic Road and pave the path and driveways later in the week.
Park District eyes revamped Rylko
With the Aug. 29 unveiling set, the Park District calls possibilities for the new amphitheater and pavilion at Rylko Park “endless”. The opening of the new facilities coincides with the start of Buffalo Grove Days, according to reporting in the Daily Herald.
BG Days wristbands
Megaband wristbands for Buffalo Grove Days are now on sale. The bands offer unlimited rides throughout the whole weekend. Wristbands can be purchased now through Aug. 31. Learn more and purchase your wristband here..
Space still available for BG Days parade
Applications are now available for groups that wish to take part in the Buffalo Grove Days Parade, which steps off at noon Sunday, Sept. 1. The application deadline is Aug. 10.
This year's route will head south on Buffalo Grove Road from Thompson Boulevard and then west on Deerfield Parkway, ending at Mike Rylko Park, the site of the Buffalo Grove Days festival.
The parade is open to community groups in Buffalo Grove and the surrounding area. To apply, visit this site.
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