Skokie Village Manager John Lockerby today announced the appointment of Patrick Deignan as the Village's new Director of Communications and Community Engagement. Read on...
In Illinois, voters can cast their ballots prior to election day and do not need to provide an excuse or reason why. A government-issued photo ID is not required but can helpful if there is a question about the voter’s registration, address, or signature. Read on...
Skokie's Spring Greening recycling event, held in the Westfield Old Orchard west parking lots, is open to all households of Niles Township and Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County member communities. Drop-off is free except for paint recycling. Read on...
On March 21, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky presented Mayor Van Dusen with a check for $2 million to go towards lead water service line replacements throughout the community. Read on...
As the weather begins to change from winter to spring, the Skokie Fire Department would like to remind all residents to be prepared for different types of severe weather events. Read on...
It may seem that the rules around what can and cannot be recycled are always changing and that is for good reason… THEY ARE! As technology advances, recycling plants can accept and sort new materials. The latest addition? Paper cups. Read on...
Beginning May 1, 2023, refuse collection for single-family homes and multi-family homes with up to four units will transition to once-weekly collection. See preliminary ideas on how to reduce waste from your home! Read on...
The Skokie Fine Arts Commission invites you to attend the annual Student Outstanding Artists Recognition (SOAR) exhibition in the atrium lobby at Oakton College, 7701 Lincoln Avenue. Read on...
Budget hearings scheduled for 6:15 p.m. on April 10, 18 and 24, 2023 are available for public viewing in Conference Room D & E of Skokie Village Hall, 5127 Oakton St. and on the Village's YouTube page. Read on...
See the Spring 2023 NewSkokie which features articles on the May 1, 2023 shift to weekly refuse collection, composting options, Skokie's Spring Greening and much more! Read on...
In December, the Assist-A-Family program helped a total of 325 Skokie families facing financial challenges enjoy the winter holidays in thanks to the many generous donors. Read on...
Reduce waste by taking your food scraps to any of the five FREE drop-off sites throughout Skokie and download the new Get Started Composting Guide. Read on...
The Village of Skokie Health and Human Services Department is partnering with the Illinois Secretary of State to offer the Rules of the Road Course at Skokie Village Hall. Register today for the March 6 class! Read on...
Colorectal cancer, or CRC, is the second deadliest cancer in the United States. Of all cancers, CRC will take the most lives of people under age 50 by 2030. See information on risk factors and screening recommendations. Read on...
Medicaid members! Don't risk losing your health insurance. Make sure the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services has the best address to send you paperwork about keeping your Medicaid health insurance. Read on...
On Wednesday, January 25th members of the Public Works Department accepted a 2023 American Public Works Association(APWA) Project of the Year award. Read on...
See info on alternate-side parking, sidewalk and alley plowing, the requirement that residents and businesses keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice, the TeenLink shoveling assistance program and more. Read on...
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District will be replacing an existing sludge line pipe along Howard St. from St. Louis Ave. to McCormick Blvd. Read on...
The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the first reading of a motion to add Bird Strike Mitigation Building Design Guidelines to the Building Code. This move positions Skokie as a leader in mitigating bird strikes in private development. Read on...
An American Flag Retirement Box is located at Skokie Fire Station 16, 7424 Niles Center Road, adjacent to public parking on the northeast side of the station to respectfully dispose of American flags that have become weathered or damaged. Read on...
Attend a meeting with your Skokie Police Department 'Beat' officers for your neighborhood or business location to learn about what's going on in your area! Meetings will be held at various locations in each Beat. Read on...
Stay informed in an emergency! Register now for the Skokie Smart911 Emergency Notification System to receive calls and texts on your mobile phone, as well as email alerts. Read on...
See guidance about antiviral medications to help reduce COVID-19 symptoms and avoid serious illness, with links to information in English, Arabic and Spanish. Read on...
There are lots of changes to the Simple Recycling textile recycling program! Go online to schedule a pick up today, don't just set it out on your recycling day, and please use your own bag or box. Read on...
Pace bus stops at Oakton Street and Niles and LaCrosse Avenues will be altered beginning May 16, 2022 through at least December 2023 due to a construction project. Read on...
Construction of the new 143-room Downtown Skokie Homewood Suites by Hilton is underway! The project should finish in 2024 and is expected to serve 47,000 guests annually and bring 125 full-time jobs to the community. Read on...
Leasing is underway at Highpoint at 8000 North, offering 153 luxury apartments on the northwest corner of Lincoln Avenue and Oakton Street in Downtown Skokie. Read on...
