Pal Joey's pizza attracts a following

Pal Joey's in Batavia puts pizza in the spotlight.

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The Kane County Chronicle's Mystery Diner recently reviewed the pizza creations offered at Pal Joey's restaurant in downtown Batavia and truly enjoyed the sampling of pies. The Mystery Diner was particularly impressed with the quality of the pepperoni pizza, but noted the expansive variety of toppings available. The restaurant offers several other menu items, including pasta, ribs and seafood. But I encourage visitors to stick with pizza. Pal Joey's is located at 31 N. River St.  An ongoing street-renovation project on River Street makes it a bit of challenge to reach Pal Joey's, but visitors arriving from the west side of the Fox River are encouraged to park at the municipal lot at Batavia's City Hall and use the pedestrian bridge to cross the river and reach the restaurant. Might sound like a hassle, but as the Mystery Diner noted, the pizza is worth the effort. For more information about Pal Joey's call 630-593-6600 or visit www.paljoeys.com.

The Daily Chronicle names Duchnowski news editor

Congratulations to Jillian Duchnowski on being named news editor at the Daily Chronicle in DeKalb. Duchnowski most recently served as an editor at Yorkville Patch, an online community news site. Prior to joining Patch, she was an award-winning reporter at the Northwest Herald in McHenry County. The Daily Chronicle and the Northwest Herald are products of Shaw Media. The Daily Chronicle is one my favorite small daily newspapers.

Kane County Fairgrounds to host flea market

The Kane County Fairgrounds will host its next flea market show Saturday, Nov. 3 and Sunday, Nov. 4. Admission is $5 per day for adults. Children 12 and younger are free with a paying adult. Parking is free. The market offers a variety of merchandise. The fairgrounds are located at 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles.

The Howard House Hotel was located at 123 S. Third St., St. Charles.

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Article details St. Charles' spiritualist history

The Kane County Chronicle recently published an article by Abby Sheaffer that details a visit Mary Todd Lincoln made to St. Charles in 1871 to attend a seance at the Howard House Hotel, which was located on south Third Street. Mrs. Caroline Howard, the proprietor's wife, was said to have the gift of clairvoyance, according to the article. Sheaffer's article is fun reading for the Halloween season and engaging local history for any time of year. It's a long report, but worth the time. Sheaffer is a St. Charles resident, and fans of local history are sure to enjoy her article.

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