Downers Grove, IL|News|
American Cancer Society Seeks Volunteers for Prevention Study
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
- Lemont, IL
Amanda came to Patch in June 2010 after graduating from Northwestern University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. She launched Lemont Patch in 2010, and covered the community for two years before moving to Downers Grove in August 2012.
Prior to Patch, Amanda wrote for her college newspaper, The Daily Northwestern, covering city council and education. In 2009, Amanda spent three months interning at the Orange County Register in California. Despite the large market, it was here that she learned the ins and outs of community reporting. After returning to Illinois in June 2009, Amanda immediately started working as an editorial intern in the DuPage County office of the Daily Herald. During her senior year at Northwestern, she spent six months investigating a possible wrongful conviction case with the Medill Innocence Project.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove Man Charged with Arson in McCollum Park Fires
Kyle McCreedy, 19, of Downers Grove, faces a felony arson charge for allegedly setting fires in the park's concession pavilion on July 2, police said.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Jewel-Osco and Deli Company Campaign to Stock the Food Pantry Ends Friday
For every pound of Dietz & Watson deli products purchased, the company will donate a half-pound of meats and cheeses to the Northern Illinois Food Bank.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Jewel-Osco and Deli Company Campaign to Stock the Food Pantry Ends Friday
For every pound of Dietz & Watson deli products purchased, the company will donate a half-pound of meats and cheeses to the Northern Illinois Food Bank.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Channahon Resident to Challenge Foster for 11th District Congressional Seat
Republican Chris Balkema announced Tuesday that he is running for the seat currently held by Democratic Congressman Bill Foster.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Resisting Police, DUI Alcohol, Hit and Run: Police Blotter
Lemont police reports, Aug. 26-Sept. 1.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Canal Corridor Association to Open Office in Lemont Metra Building
Village of Lemont will receive $100 per month from the CCA, which works to preserve the history of the Illinois and Michigan Canal National Heritage Corridor and create tourism.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Ogden Avenue Starbucks Approved by Downers Grove Council
Downers Grove's third Starbucks location will be located at 1149 Ogden Ave., and will feature a drive-thru lane.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove North Honors All-American Swimmers, Divers
More than a dozen North High swimmers—past and present—were recognized Aug. 30.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Drew Peterson: Prison is 'Nightmarish'
Prison letters shared by his lawyer reveal Peterson having a hard time doing "hard time" — and he fears being killed.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Drew Peterson: Prison is 'Nightmarish'
Prison letters shared by his lawyer reveal Peterson having a hard time doing "hard time" — and he fears being killed.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove Police Department Reports More Ruse Entry Crimes
Two incidents were recently reported where men claimed to be installing underground pipes in order to gain access to homes, police said.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Remembering 9/11: What You Should Know About Patriot Day
The holiday is observed each year in honor of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the United States.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Remembering 9/11: What You Should Know About Patriot Day
The holiday is observed each year in honor of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the United States.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Exotic Bird Being Held at Lemont Police Station
The cockatiel was recovered around 6 p.m. Saturday, according to the Lemont Police Department.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
First-Grade Girl Bullied Over Star Wars Thermos
Why should a child be afraid to go to school because of what's in her lunchbox?
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
First-Grade Girl Bullied Over Star Wars Thermos
Why should a child be afraid to go to school because of what's in her lunchbox?
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
5 Ways Parents Can Help Their Kids Succeed in College
Parenting advice from Mom.me on how parents can help their kids succeed in their first year of college. The hardest lesson? Letting them go.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
5 Ways Parents Can Help Their Kids Succeed in College
Parenting advice from Mom.me on how parents can help their kids succeed in their first year of college. The hardest lesson? Letting them go.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
ComEd Warns Excessive Heat May Cause Power Outages
Commonwealth Edison is asking customers to manage energy use efficiently during excessive heat to avoid brownouts and power outages.
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
