Peru police make busts in July 4 campaign

The Peru Police Department made one impaired driving arrest and issued six seat belt citations during the recent Independence Day “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High Get a DUI” and “Click It or Ticket” safety
$5,000 gift to La Salle County EMA to assist first responders

The La Salle County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) announced Wednesday they have been awarded $5,000 from the Alliance Pipeline Fueling Futures grant program.
Pistol Shrimp fall behind early in loss to Alton River Dragons

The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp gave up three runs in the first inning and trailed the rest of the way in a 10-6 loss to the Alton River Dragons on Tuesday.
Pistol Shrimp fall behind early in loss to Alton River Dragons

The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp gave up three runs in the first inning and trailed the rest of the way in a 10-6 loss to the Alton River Dragons on Tuesday.
E-bikes business to open in Utica

Starved Rock E-Bike Rentals and Sales opens this month in Utica.
La Salle County police reports: July 5, 2023

Here are the La Salle County police reports for Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
5 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Insurance

Brennan & Stuart Inc. – Insurance protects against unforeseen circumstances, providing financial security and peace of mind.
BCR Male Athletes of the Year Honor Roll

A look at the BCR Male Athletes of the Year Honor Roll
2022-23 NewsTribune Female Athlete of the Year

La Salle-Peru’s Taylor Martyn was a three-sport standout for the Cavaliers who brought key intangibles to each team, which earned her 2022-23 NewsTribune Female Athlete of the Year.
Pension fund sticks taxpayers with added costs of state’s previous bad management

Opinion: Gov. JB Pritzker got an unwelcome – but apparently not unexpected – message this month from a study of Illinois state employee pensions. It’s going to take a little longer than previously thought to catch up