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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

Vicky Pasenko resting her hand on a black and white cat.

As Evanston Animal Shelter moves to rebuild, Vicky Pasenko reflects on more than 15 years of service

March 7, 2023

Surrounded by photographs of cats, dogs and people, Vicky Pasenko gushed about Salty, the Evanston Animal Shelter’s black and white office cat. “In the afternoon, when nobody else is around except...

Everything Evanston: City Council Rapid Recap talks animal shelter, Dog Beach and a rooster

Everything Evanston: City Council Rapid Recap talks animal shelter, Dog Beach and a rooster

March 5, 2023

This week, Everything Evanston’s Rapid Recap of City Council covers two major pieces of legislation and a rooster. The Council voted to approve changes to its current licensing legislation, as well as...

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City Council approves contract to rebuild Evanston Animal Shelter

February 28, 2023

City Council voted 8-1 Monday to approve a $6.85 million contract with CCC Holdings, Inc. to construct a new facility for the Evanston Animal Shelter. The Oakton Street shelter processes an average...

Four dogs behind gray kennel bars looking out.

Evanston City Council to vote on $6.3 million renovation project for Evanston Animal Shelter

November 1, 2022

City Council is set to vote on an estimated $6.3 million renovation of the Evanston Animal Shelter on Nov. 14. The proposal calls for the construction of an entirely new facility. Not all of the funding...

A black and orange cat is petted in the arms of a person in a dark red shirt.

NU student guide to volunteering this holiday season and in the new year

December 1, 2021

Whether you’re looking for a volunteer opportunity in the new year or a place to spread kindness during the holiday season, Evanston and Chicago have a host of nonprofits seeking volunteers.  Connections...

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