The Oswego High School National Honor Society raised $1,200 for Celebrate Differences. Students participated in various activities at school and reached out to businesses in the community to raise the funds. (Photo courtesy Oswego School District 308)

Montgomery man sentenced for burglaries

A Montgomery man is headed to prison after being convicted of the burglaries of several Kane County businesses.

On May 4, Christopher M. Sullivan, 44, 1300 block of Hinckley Street, Montgomery, agreed to a sentence of 19 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections in exchange for a guilty plea to three counts of burglary, each a Class 2 felony. Circuit Judge James C. Hallock accepted the plea.

Kane County prosecutors presented evidence that:

• At about 8:30 p.m. Jan. 25, 2016, Sullivan smashed the front window of a restaurant in the 3700 block of East Main Street, St. Charles, and stole the cash register drawer. The total loss to the business was estimated at about $1,100.

• At about 10 p.m. Feb. 13, 2016, Sullivan smashed through the glass front door of a restaurant in the 800 block of South River Street, Aurora. He took the cash register drawer, liquor and two televisions, a total loss to the business estimated at about $1,100.

• At about 4 a.m. Feb. 18, 2016, Sullivan smashed through a front glass window of a business in the 600 block of Montgomery Road, Montgomery. He stole the cash drawer from a lottery machine and several lottery scratch tickets. The total value of the damaged and stolen property was estimated at more than $1,500.

Sullivan admitted to the police that he had committed the burglaries.

Sullivan is subject to extended term sentencing because of his criminal history. He was on parole at the time and has multiple prior convictions for a variety of offenses.

According to Illinois law, Sullivan is eligible for day for day sentencing. He was given credit for 97 days served in the Kane County jail.

Kendall County

New deputy sought

The Kendall County Sheriff Merit Commission is accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for the position of Deputy Sheriff-Police with the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office.

The starting salary for this position is $49,707.06. All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements established by the Kendall County Sheriff Merit Commission:

Must be a citizen of the United States, or an alien admitted for permanent residence, or lawfully admitted for temporary residence who produces evidence of intention to become a citizen of the United States; No felony convictions; Valid Illinois driver’s license; Minimum of 21 years of age at time of hire; High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent; Eye sight correctable to 20/20; free of color-blindness; Residency within 25 miles of the Kendall County Public Safety Center within 1 year of hire date;

Attend a mandatory written examination testing session on Thursday, June 9; Attend a mandatory physical agility test (date to be announced); Pass a physical agility, written examination, psychological evaluation, medical testing, drug screening, and background investigation; $45.00 non-refundable application processing fee.

To apply for this position or obtain additional information, please visit the following website: http://www.applytoserve.com

Task force brings in fugitive

One of the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office most wanted fugitives has been apprehended in Chicago, thanks to work involving multiple jurisdictions.

Patrick McCullah, 34, of Montgomery was taken into custody April 20 by the Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. McCullah was wanted on an aggravated battery warrant by the Aurora Police Department.

The Kendall County Sheriff’s Office, Aurora Police Department and Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force all worked together to locate McCullah.

“This collaboration is a great example of several law enforcement agencies working toward the goal of keeping violent criminals off the streets of Kendall County,” said Sheriff Dwight A. Baird.

McCullah had been a fugitive in Kendall County since March 2016.

Montgomery

Beautification Committee seeks help

Do you enjoy the gorgeous flower boxes on the Mill Street Bridge each summer? If so, here’s an opportunity to help beautify Montgomery and create the beautiful flower displays for the community to enjoy all summer long.

The Beautification Committee is looking for volunteers to help plant flowers in the flower boxes that line the Mill Street Bridge on Saturday, May 21. Families and flower lovers of all ages are invited to meet in Montgomery Park at the corner of River and Mill streets at 9 a.m. to help with this annual project

Oswego

Graduation dates announced

Oswego East High School (OEHS) will hold its 2016 Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 21, at 11 a.m. at Northern Illinois University’s (NIU’s) Convocation Center, 1525 W. Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb.

Oswego High School (OHS) graduates will walk the stage later in the date, at 3 p.m.

The Convocation Center is located on NIU’s West Campus, north of Lincoln Highway (Rt. 38), west of the soccer field and west of Huskie Stadium. Tickets are required for admission and graduating students will receive their guest tickets prior to the ceremony. All guest seating, including handicapped, is general admission.

Doors to the Convocation Center will open to guests one hour prior to the beginning of the ceremony for the convenience of relatives and guests.

The district has arranged for professional photographs to be taken during the commencement. Other photographers will not be permitted on the floor during the procession of the ceremony. NIU Security will be checking individuals for the following prohibited items: balloons, signs, tripods, and noisemakers.

For additional graduation information,  visit the school website at www.sd308.org.

Oswego gas station robbed

Oswego police are investigating an armed robbery that took place on May 4 at Marcley’s Mini Mart,  55 Chicago Road.

According to Oswego police, a man wearing black black clothes and a blue bandana over his face entered the store at around 9:43 p.m.. He displayed a handgun and made off with an unspecified amount of cash.

Police said the suspect was last seen heading eastbound on Chicago Road on foot. A K-9 was brought out to track down the man, but was unsuccessful.

Police say the man was 5’ 7’’ and black with a slender build.

If you have any information, contact the Oswego Police Department at (630) 551-7300.

Chili’s Gives Back Program

If you visit Chili’s of Oswego anytime from May 1 until July 31, don’t forget to mention the Oswegoland Seniors/Oswego Senior Center when you order. In doing so, 15 percent of your purchase excluding taxes will benefit the Oswego Senior Center.   For more information, contact the Oswego Senior Center at (630) 554-5602. or visit www.oswegoseniorcenter.org

Oswego schools raise funds for Celebrate Differences

The Oswego High School National Honor Society raised $1,200 for Celebrate Differences. Students participated in various activities at school and reached out to businesses in the community to raise the funds.

Prairie Point Elementary School also hosted a book sale, from Monday, April 11 through Friday, April 15. This fundraiser benefited the library and Celebrate Differences. The $600 donation made to Celebrate Differences will be used to support its Learning Program.

The Oswego High School girls’ track and field team also volunteered at the Celebrate Differences’ annual Miles for Smiles 5K on Sunday, April 24. Students acted as course monitors and cheered on the runners. Post-run surveys highlighted the volunteers as attendees’ favorite part of the race, according to Celebrate Differences Founder and Executive Director Rebecca Christiansen.

“The continued support Celebrate Differences receives throughout the year, whether it be fundraising or volunteering, is nothing but amazing and truly shows how much these students care,” Christiansen said. “School District 308 has some very supportive and caring staff and students.”

Celebrate Differences is a non-profit committed to supporting individuals with disabilities in reaching their fullest potential. For more information, visit www.celebratedifferences.org.

Sandwich

Lunch and Learn: Stroke prevention

The Senior Services Associates at 908 Game Farm Road in Yorkville will be hosting a lunch and learn program on Friday, May 20, 2016. Lunch will be served at 11 a.m. for the cost of $3.75 or you may bring your own.

Deborah Brunelle RN, MSN, CNRN, SCRN, Manager Neurosience Services/Stroke Coordinator will be there to discuss stroke awareness and prevention. This lunch and learn is sponsored by Rush Copley Medical Center.

If you are interested in attending the event, please contact Gina R. Dunlap, Activity Director at Senior Services Associates, at (630) 553-5777.

Family Campout Event

Join Park District staff at our beautiful Harvey Creek Conservation Park. Bring your own tent and sleeping gear for a night under the stars. For $10 per person, the park district will provide dinner, s’mores, beverages, breakfast and entertainment.

This is a kid friendly night for the entire family that will involve, crafts, games, stories around the fire and a Snipe hunt.

We will be enjoying a movie later in the evening once the sun goes down on a 32- foot inflatable screen. (Portable restrooms will be used, there is no electricity or running water). Bring additional flashlights and lanterns.

The fun takes place from 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 27 through 11 a.m. Saturday, May 28. For more information or to register visit www.sandwichparkdistrict.org.

–Kendall County News Briefs–