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The Daily Northwestern

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

Two beach chairs are set up in the sand in front of a sailboat in the ocean.

Evanston adopts boat rack limits to promote equitable beach access

April 16, 2024

When Lisa Degliantoni moved to Evanston with her two children 12 years ago, her family “fell in love with the lakefront.” After saving money all fall, the family bought a used paddleboard, Degliantoni...

The Evanston Dog Beach has long been a destination for residents and their canine companions to enjoy Lake Michigan.

Evanston Dog Beach passes to be available next Monday

February 13, 2024

Passes for the Evanston Dog Beach will be available starting Monday, Feb. 19, at the city’s three community centers as well as at the Evanston Ecology Center and Levy Senior Center, according to a Wednesday...

A group of dogs run on a beach

Evanston makes dog beach passes free for residents, but some question upkeep funding

March 28, 2023

Passes for Evanston’s newly reopened dog beach will be free for residents during the 2023 season, the city’s Parks and Recreation Board announced March 17. The city also reduced the fee for second...

A brown dog is running on the sand.

Tails wag in excitement as Evanston Dog Beach is set to reopen

February 26, 2023

The Evanston Dog Beach will officially reopen Wednesday — to the delight of the city’s four-legged residents. The dog beach, located between Clark Street Beach and the Church Street Boat Ramp, allows...

An Evanston beach in summer with boats on the beach.

Lakefront management will emphasize safety, diversity in first recruitment and training season under EFD leadership

February 5, 2023

Content warning: This article contains discussions of sexual harassment and assault. As the Evanston Fire Department begins recruiting lifeguards for the 2023 season, city officials said they are continuing...

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