The Top Stories from April 17-23

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After 33 years on the Darien force, Police Chief Robert Pavelchik announced his retirement, effective May 31. Mayor Kathleen Weaver said she has not yet made a decision as to who will fill Pavelchik’s role. 

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As part of his Earth Week tour of sites in Illinois that promote sustainability, Gov. Pat Quinn visited labs at Argonne Wednesday. Quinn emphasized alternative fuel research as a key to securing Illinois’ position as a leader in industry.

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With the help of Survivor's Jim Peterik, Andrew Salgado is building a career focused on good deeds and positive vibes. In March, after three years in full-time pursuit of his dream, Salgado signed a two-year deal with BMI, a licensing firm whose catalog includes country superstars Keith Urban and Kenny Chesney.

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Police followed two ATV drivers for a mile-and-a-half before one of the men plowed through two yards, according to the report. That driver was arrested after his ATV broke down in the second yard, police said. The other driver sped away—but police say they’re pretty sure they know who he is.

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The merger of the Darien Dynamo soccer team with the Oak Brook Hawks to form the United Soccer Academy is a move that “makes sense to make stronger teams,” officials said.