Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort 157-C Gives Back During COVID-19 Pandemic
Staff members at D157-C donated plasma, made and distributed face masks, and help distribute food to those in need.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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- Lemont, IL
I cover the south suburbs of Chicago, including Lemont, Homer Glen, Lockport, Mokena, Frankfort, New Lenox and Manhattan. I was born and raised in the area and graduated from Lewis University in Romeoville with a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communications. If you'd like to contact me, feel free to email me at andrea.earnest@patch.com. Follow me @andreaearnest on Twitter.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
Ott Takes Lead In New Lenox Park District Commissioner Election
After a retabulation of votes on Tuesday, Ott has 1,968 votes, and Thomson has 1,947 votes.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Park District Moves Forward In Evaluating Borg Warner Property
The park district is moving forward with engaging the community, developing an architectural design, and looking at cost of the facility.
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Lemont|News|
State Sen. Curran Plans Virtual Public Safety Forum
The event will be held virtually on Zoom at 6:30 p.m. April 21.
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Lemont|News|
58 LHS Students Selected As Illinois State Scholars
Illinois State Scholars honorees represent the top 10 percent of the state’s high school seniors from nearly 750 high schools.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Firefighter, K-9 Train For National Certification
Rami ElShareif and Magnus will attempt K-9 search and rescue national certification in October.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Wins 'Strongest Towns' Contest
In the final round of the contest, Lockport won 54 percent of the vote, while Oxford, Mississippi won 46 percent.
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Mokena, IL|News|
Urban Air Addresses Fight, Security Guard Pulling Gun
A 24-year-old man has been charged with resisting a peace officer, battery, criminal trespass, assault and disorderly conduct, police said.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Muslims To Partake In Ramadan Amid COVID-19, Again
Although the pandemic has yet to subside, Frankfort Muslims are still determined to make Ramadan 2021 as traditional as possible.
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Mokena, IL|News|
NAWS Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Dotticus
Patch previously featured Dotticus, but the feline has to yet to find his forever home.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
Several Will County Construction Projects Starting This Spring
Seven projects represent a total investment of more than $140 million for the region, according to a release from the state.
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Lemont|News|
Pools Around Lemont: Where To Swim This Summer
With summer just around the corner, you may be looking for a place around Lemont to take a swim. We've got you covered.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Illinois Allergy Tracker: Bracing For Pollen, Sneezing & Misery
Bless you! It’s a tough time of year for seasonal allergy sufferers. Here’s how to check the allergy forecast in Illinois.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Temps In The 50s, Mostly Dry Week Ahead For IL
The only chance for rain is a few showers Monday, which has a high of 63 degrees.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
Will County Opens Vaccine Eligibility To All Residents Monday
County officials are urging residents to get vaccinated as COVID-19 cases are on the rise over the last two weeks.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Forest Preserve, Homer Glen Partner For Recreation Programs
The preserve and village will hold several events through September at local preserves and village locations.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Rainy Weekend Ahead, Chance Of Severe Weather Saturday
On its Twitter page, the National Weather Service of Chicago said the area is swinging into the "green up" as the plants soak up the rain.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
Volleyball, Soccer, Water Polo: Lincoln-Way Area Score Round-Up
A round-up of scores of Lincoln-Way sports teams over the past week.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Brush Fire Smoldering For Days Near Lemont, Homer Glen: Village
The Northwest Homer Fire Protection District has responded numerous times to address the fire, the Village said.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport TRIAD Plans April Meeting
The April meeting will include a discussion of VA benefits, and how to protect your home and savings from rising healthcare costs.
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