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12 arrested after multiple directed patrols in the Peoria area Thursday
WEST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Police officers, troopers and deputies were out in force Thursday night in Peoria County, conducting dozens of traffic stops and making 12 arrests. Deputies from the Peoria County Sheriff’s Office were joined by the Peoria Police Department and the Illinois State Police on the...
Galesburg firefighter of the year chosen
The Galesburg Fire Department (GFD) has chosen Captain Matthew Cain as the 2023 Firefighter of the Year. The annual GFD Firefighter of the Year award recognizes significant contributions, achievements, character, and dedication of a firefighter or fire captain, according to a city release Friday. Selection is based on criteria including skills and ability as a firefighter, performance of duties, motivation, teamwork, leadership, and professionalism.
On the market: 5-bedroom Galesburg home built in 1916 has original woodwork
Address: 409 N. Cherry St., Galesburg Description: This five-bedroom, two-bathroom brick home built in 1916 has hardwood floors, original woodwork and beveled windows throughout. Main floor bedroom with adjacent half bath. The wood staircase has unique detail. The third floor has a finished space that could be a private master bedroom (non-conforming). The full basement has an additional sink, toilet and shower. The home has an enclosed porch. The one-car garage has an attached awning. The home...
Graham Health System continues Galesburg expansion; city to get first south side clinic
Bob Senneff jokes that Graham Health System should be called Seminary Street Health Care. Because with two existing clinics and more on the way, the Canton-based, non-profit provider will soon have a presence along that thoroughfare from the city’s south side to the far north. Senneff, President and CEO...
Merger plans announced between parent companies of Midwest Bank and Princeville State Bank
PEORIA (25News Now) - The parent company of Princeville State Bank is merging with the owner of Midwest Bank, which has branches in East Peoria and Galesburg. Princeville State Bank’s parent company, Main Street Bancorp, Inc., will become a part of Western Illinois Bancshares, Inc., in an all-stock transaction, according to a news release.
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