Mokena, IL|News|
Electronics, Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Planned In Mokena
The event will be by appointment only, and will be held March 27 in the Hickory Creek Metra parking lot.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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- Lemont, IL
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Lemont|News|
LHS Speech Team Earns Two Medals At State Finals
The team matched its single-season school record with its three state qualifiers, the school said.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
Online Tip Leads To Child Porn Charges For New Lenox Man: Sheriff
Ian Knutsen was taken into custody Tuesday after a warrant was issued for his arrest on Monday, police said.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Road District Lawsuit Pitting Township Vs. Village Still Ongoing
The case has not been dropped and will be in court next week.
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Lemont|News|
Fire Destroys Detached Garage In Lemont: Fire District
The fire was brought under control in 10 minutes, and no one was injured, the fire district said.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Police Plan St. Patrick's Day Special Patrols
The special patrols will crack down on impaired drivers and encourage people to wear their seat belts, the department said.
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Mokena, IL|News|
NAWS Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Humphrey
Humphrey made the trip to NAWS from a high-kill shelter in Kansas where he was at risk of euthanasia.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Plans 2021 Special Events
Village events for 2021 will include: HomerFest, Market in the Glen, Food Truck Saturdays, and Kite Fest.
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Lemont|News|
Mini STEM Nights Planned By LHS' Science Honor Society
The Science National Honor Society will host a series of virtual STEM events throughout March for students of all ages.
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Mokena, IL|News|
Meet Summit Hill D161 Board Of Ed Candidate: John Lettiere
John Lettiere is one of eight candidates running for four open positions on the Summit Hill District 161 Board of Education.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
12 Hospitalized With COVID-19 At Silver Cross Hospital
Out of the 12 patients, one of the hospitalized COVID-19 patients is in the ICU, and one patient with COVID-19 is on a ventilator.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
College Credits: Dean's List Honorees, Gymnast Earns Spot On Team
Area students are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Meet Homer District 33C Board Of Ed Candidate: Karen DeFilippis
Karen DeFilippis is one of six candidates running for four open positions on the Homer District 33C Board of Education.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Boy, Father Injured In Head-On Crash With DUI Driver: Sheriff
Jayden and Jared Bruno were on their way home from Jayden's football practice when the accident happened, according to a GoFundMe campaign.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Temps Near 50, Sunny Skies: IL Weekly Weather
Wednesday will be the warmest day of the week with a high of 54, according to the weather service.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Temps In The 50s As February Ends: IL Weather
Some light rain or snow is possible Friday night, before things dry out for the rest of the weekend, according to the weather service.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
Flashlight Clover Hunt Planned By New Lenox Park District
The hunt will be held on March 12 at Firefighters Park, 1 Manor Drive.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Creamery Opening For The Season March 12
The Creamery, 459 W. Nebraska St., offers ice cream in cones and cups, dole whip, freezes, slushes, floats and more.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Mokena Lions Club Plans Drive-Thru Egg Hunt
The event will begin at noon on March 27 at Mokena Elementary School, 11244 Willowcrest Lane.
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Mokena, IL|News|
Mokena Chamber Of Commerce Celebrates 60th Anniversary
The chamber was first created in 1961.
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