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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Plans for indoor rock climbing gym recommended to City Council

September 27, 2018

First Ascent, an indoor rock climbing gym, is one step closer to coming to Evanston after plans for the space were approved by the Economic Development Committee on Wednesday. The committee will send...

Ald. Ann Rainey (8th) speaks at a city meeting. Rainey and other members of the Administration and Public Works Committee discussed possibilities for 2222 Oakton St. after Smylie Brothers Brewing Co. requested to terminate its lease.

Aldermen discuss new possibilities for Oakton Street property

May 30, 2018

Aldermen held the termination of the lease with Smylie Brothers Brewing Co. in committee during the Administration and Public Works meeting Tuesday, requesting direction from city staff about negotiations...

Ald. Ann Rainey (8th) at City Council on Monday. Rainey has been a driving force in the redevelopment on Howard Street.

Officials tout success of city-backed businesses on Howard Street

October 17, 2017

Two 8th Ward restaurants launched with the city’s help have returned more than $570,000 to Evanston in economic impact, city officials announced Monday. The report, presented at City Council, listed...

Sandwiches and cookies sit on a table outside the Evanston History Center. Evanston residents sampled food from numerous local restaurants at the Taste of Evanston event on Sunday.

Taste of Evanston festival attracts local foodies, gives back to community

July 10, 2017

Bluestone, Hoosier Mama Pie Company, Peckish Pig and Tomate Fresh Kitchen, among other Evanston restaurants, set up stalls on the lawn of the historic Charles Gates Dawes House this weekend. Evanston’s...

North Shore Cider Company, 707 Howard St. The cidery, which opened Feb. 23, offers free tastings and allows customers to fill up growlers of cider to go.

City’s first cidery prioritizes local ingredients, business

April 12, 2017

Chris Collins first tried making cider in his Evanston basement eight years ago using store-bought apple juice. “It didn’t turn out so great,” he said. “It was an early lesson on using the absolute...

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