Deerfield, IL|News|
Students Start Non-Profit To Assist Kids: Deerfield Heroes
High school students Samantha Feinberg and Sydney Holubow, of Deerfield, created a company to help locals kids in grades K-5.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Illinois Local Heroes
Patch Illinois honors those who do great things in our communities. These people help make life a little brighter for us all.
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Plainfield, IL|News|
Plainfield Hero Worked Through The Pandemic To Restore 'Normalcy'
Kerry Ewald worked throughout the pandemic restoring damaged homes to restore normalcy in the lives of displaced families.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
The 'Most Loving and Caring Manager': Romeoville Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
Helps Feed People In Need: Northbrook Hero
Henry Fetta, of Northbrook, and Hunger Resource Network donate food to pantries, soup kitchens and shelters across Chicagoland.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Nurse Feels Blessed To Be Able To Help Others: Orland Park Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Tim Moran, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Leader In Infectious Disease Fight Stays Humble: Deerfield Hero
Adrienne Fisher, of Deerfield, continues working hard in coronavirus fight at Glenbrook Hospital.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
Sunset Foods Manager Works Tirelessly: Northbrook Hero
Bruce Gonzalez, of Northbrook, helps make Sunset Foods the "nexus of our community."
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Mechanic 'A Blessing In Time Of Need' For Senior: Batavia Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
High School Senior 'Goes Extra Step' For Customers: Geneva Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
St. Charles Hero Shows 'Relentless' Devotion, Compassion
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Jason Addy, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Help From The Heart: Local Adopt A Grandparent, Senior Program
Our Shining Stars Foundation knows food pantries exist, but most elderly and families can't utilize the services without transportation.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
'She Provides Essential Items To Schools': Buffalo Grove Hero
Buffalo Grove's Amy Newman is helping Chicagoland school children in the classroom and at home with Families Helping Families Chicagoland
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Manny's Deli Owner Feeds Health Care Workers: Deerfield Hero
Danny Raskin, of Deerfield, has been making a difference in many ways during the pandemic at his legendary Chicago business, Manny's Deli.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Recent Nursing School Grad Works On COVID-19 Unit: Patch Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Tim Moran, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
ICU Nurse 'Always Has A Smile On His Face' As He Treats COVID-19
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
'Miss Carol' Entertains Area Kids: Northbrook Hero
Carol Kerman, of Northbrook, has local children in stitches with puppet shows and story-telling through Jewish Community Center Chicago.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Nurse 'A Quiet Lioness' Amid The Coronavirus Pandemic
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Respiratory Therapist Helps Patients Overcome COVID-19 Virus
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
12-Year-Old Sews Caps For Nurses: Deerfield Hero
Elana Dorfman, of Deerfield, has been sewing nursing caps for a hospital her uncle works at in New York during the coronavirus pandemic.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
'Superhero' Nurse Came Out Of Retirement: Oak Forest Patch Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Tim Moran, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Celebrating LT Seniors: La Grange Heroes
Get the link for the page created by two LT students profiling the school's seniors.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Northwestern Nurse Volunteers For COVID-19 Unit: Chicago Heroes
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Police Officer, Wife Recovering From COVID-19: Chicago Heroes
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Doctor Treats COVID-19 Patients On The Front Lines: Chicago Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
'Dedicated' Nurse Switched To Coronavirus Unit: Homer Glen Hero
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Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Nurse 'Lights Up Every Hospital Room': Chicago Heroes
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
'Tireless' Physical Therapist 'Makes Us Very Proud': Chicago Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
'Million Mask March': Business Aims To Donate 1M Masks In 90 Days
Image Apparel Solutions launches “Million Mask March” donation program amid coronavirus pandemic to protect workers at local organizations.
Rebecca Hughes, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Chicago Heroes: Police Officers Stay Positive During Pandemic
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
He 'Put His Life On Hold' To Care For Patients: Chicago Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
'Compassionate' Physical Therapist Works With COVID-19 Patients
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Takes Time To Be With Patients: La Grange Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
'Fierce Patient Advocate': Nurse Treats Coronavirus Patients
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Help us share those stories.
J. Ryne Danielson, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
Generous Business Owner Loves Community: Northbrook Hero
Northbrook's Nick Drivas, owner of Grill House, has been stepping up in many ways during the coronavirus pandemic.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Oswego Hero 'Has Gone Above And Beyond' During The Pandemic
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Nurse Puts Veterans' Needs Ahead Of Own Life: Patch Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Nurse Works 'Morning To Night' With Courage: An Orland Park Hero
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Tim Moran, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
'Selfless' Nurse Works On Coronavirus Unit: Lemont Hero
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Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Nurse 'Brings Laughter And Joy' To All: Plainfield Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
13-year-old Creates Safety Shields: Deerfield Hero
Zach Danziger, a student at Shepard Middle School, made 30 safety shields for frontline workers at Highland Park Hospital.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
