Lemont|News|
Three Lemont Student-Athletes Make College Commitments
The student-athletes include cross country/track and field athlete Nick Kania, basketball player Kyle Kostes and baseball player Evan Ryan.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
- 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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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Officers Honored For Saving Boy's Life
Two officers saved the life of a boy who was threatening to jump off the Ninth Street bridge.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Severe Weather, 100-Degree Heat Index Possible For Illinois
The first round of severe weather is possible late Thursday into the overnight hours on Friday. You can also expect hot and humid weather.
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Lemont|News|
Well Still Down In Lemont, Parts Sent For Inspection
The well failure was not a human error issue, but a mechanical or electrical failure 1,400 feet down in the well, officials said.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Missing Man Found Safe, Uninjured: Police
UPDATE: The man has been found safe on Thursday.
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Lemont|News|
LHS Softball Heads To IHSA State Finals For 1st Time Since 1989
Lemont will open against Ridgewood in the state semifinals at 10 a.m. Thursday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
New Lenox Approves Gas N' Wash Site Plan
The new Gas N' Wash will be located at Route 30 and Walona Avenue.
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Mokena, IL|News|
$949K Mokena Wow House: Wine Cellar, Home Theater Room
This Mokena Wow House is in the Hunt Club Woods neighborhood, and is 6,700 square feet.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Rosati's New Lenox Looks To Expand To Full-Service Restaurant
As part of the expansion, the restaurant is asking for its Class D1 liquor license.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Township Drops Lawsuit Against Village Over Road District
Township Supervisor Steve Balich told Patch that the board is pleased the lawsuit has ended.
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Lemont|News|
Obituary: Ralph Kyle Shroyer
Ralph Kyle Shroyer, 81, longtime resident of Lemont, died June 15.
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Lemont|News|
Ninth Annual Giving Back To Lemont Concert Planned For August
The ninth annual Giving Back To Lemont concert is planned for Aug. 28, and helps raise funds and food donations for Lemont pantries.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Township Fire District Starts Project Fire Buddies Chapter
Project Fire Buddies is a nonprofit which helps kids struggling with serious illnesses.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Wooden Paddle Donating 20 Percent Of Sales Tuesday To Sue Novak
Sue Novak lost almost everything in the May 31 house fire that took her brother's life.
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Mokena, IL|News|
New Public Works Director Appointed In Mokena
James Kulesa has been appointed as the Director of Public Works for the Village of Mokena.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Wrestlers Advance To Sectional Competition
The team captured the IWCOA 2A regional championship title with six first place finishes.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Over 710 Hickory Creek Middle School Students Earn Honor Roll
Students in sixth through eighth grade were recognized by the district.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
New Mobile Dog Groomer Serves Lincoln-Way Area
Mobile MakeRovers is a mobile pet spa that comes to your home when your dog needs grooming, owner Kevin McGreevy told Patch.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Park District Operations Return To Normal
Several events, including a Fourth of July fireworks show, are planned for the summer.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Best Patio Near Mokena: What’s Your Pick?
Whether you like to dine al fresco or just want to grab a drink outdoors, we want to know your favorite spot in Mokena.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
