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Kelli O'Laughlin Remembered; 2 Burr Ridge Schools on 'Top 50' Lists: Week in Review

Patch looks back at five of the most read stories from the week of Oct. 29 to Nov. 2.

1. One Year Later: O’Laughlin Vigil and Memorial at Newly-Named ‘Kelli’s Playground’: On a Saturday night exactly one year after a girl’s murder stunned the Lyons Township community, residents gathered to remember dedicate a new memorial.

2. Burr Ridge Schools Among Chicago Sun-Times' 'Top 50': Elm School was No. 27 on the Sun-Times' annual rankings of Chicago-area elementary schools, and Gower Middle School was No. 29 on the middle school rankings.

3. Two Men Charged With Cocaine Possession: Police Blotter: Burr Ridge police reports, Oct. 24-30.

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4. One Year Later: Case Against Accused O'Laughlin Murderer Progresses Slowly: John L. Wilson, Jr., is scheduled to appear in court again next month.

5. CiNe Modern Tacqueria Opening Saturday in Hinsdale: Owner Peter Burdi said people can start making reservations online and on the phone Monday afternoon.

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