Grayslake, IL|News|
Last Week For Grayslake Garbage Can Exchange
For those signed up for the exchange program, waste management will exchange the can or cans on your regular service day.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
- Crystal Lake-Cary, IL
Amie Schaenzer is an editor for Patch.com. She lives and works in the Chicago suburbs.
E-mail: amie.schaenzer@patch.com
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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Man Who Abducted Mall Guard, Stole Cell Phones Convicted
A Kane County jury found the 38-year-old man guilty on several felony charges in connection with the 2016 incident at Spring Hill Mall.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Lake Co. Doles Out 17K Covid Shots To Teachers, Daycare Workers
The health department partnered with 45 Lake County public schools to get more shots into the arms of teachers and daycare workers.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Six Flags Great America Will Reopen Next Month
The amusement park plans to reopen on April 24. Park officials will open Hurricane Harbor in late May.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
Hawthorn Mall Hosts 'Rock The Bald' Fundraiser
As part of the event, any time between now and March 31, participants are invited to videotape themselves having their heads shaved.
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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Northwestern Huntley Hospital Nurses Recognized
The hospital achieved Magnet Recognition for nursing, which is meant to honor commitment to high-quality patient care, work environment.
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Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Localtile.com Boosts Business At Local Boutiques
The site, which went live in the past week, features several small businesses in Lake and McHenry counties.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Where You Can Get A Pic With The Easter Bunny
Woodfield Mall, Hawthorn Mall and more began snapping pics of kids with the bunny this past week.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
Woman Arguing At Bar Arrested On Warrant: Police
The Chiacgo woman was wanted on an active warrant. She was arrested at a Libertyville bar.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Teen Airlifted To Hospital In McHenry Co. Crash
The two-vehicle collision happened Tuesday afternoon near Spring Grove.
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Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
MCCD Opens All Sites Two Weeks Early
Typically. the McHenry County Conservation District opens all sites, restrooms and parking lots on April 1.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
McHenry Co. Prairie Path Gets Grant For Upgrades
The $50,000 grant will help pay for a portion of the trail that often is closed due to flooding.
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Libertyville, IL|News|
Libertyville Heroes: Help Recognize Those Making A Difference
We all know someone who's made a difference in the past year that we've been dealing with COVID-19. Let's give them a shout-out.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
3 Vie For Crystal Lake Mayoral Seat
Aaron Shepley was Crystal Lake's mayor for 21 years before he died unexpectedly last May. Now the seat is up for election this spring.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Crystal Lake Mayoral Race: Donald Kountz
Kountz is one of three candidates running for an open Crystal Lake mayor seat.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
D300 High Schools Prep For Proms — With No Dancing
Superintendent Fred Heid said the prom-like events will take place on April 24 at Jacobs, Hampshire and Dundee-Crown High Schools.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Grayslake Aquatic Center On Track To Open This Summer
Grayslake Mayor Rhett Taylor said the pool will open at 50% capacity if COVID-19 infections remain low, vaccine distribution continues.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Elgin, IL|News|
Woman Fatally Hit After Pushing Husband Out Of Way Of Truck
The 38-year-old woman died Monday after she and her husband stopped to help the driver of a disabled vehicle along Route 20 in Elgin.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
National Guard To Help Speed Up Vaccine Process In McHenry Co.
Two Illinois National Guard teams will be in McHenry County by the end of March to help provide more vaccines to local residents.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
First Case Of P.1 Coronavirus Variant Reported In Lake County
The second case of the coronavirus P.1 variant in the state has been identified in Lake County. Local health officials are investigating.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
