Joliet, IL|News|
Mancuso Cheese Company: Making 'Quality Ricotta, Mozzarella' On Joliet's East Side Since 1907
Two of the oldest cheese manufacturing companies in the Midwest continue to thrive in Joliet, both on the east side: Chellino and Mancuso.

Two of the oldest cheese manufacturing companies in the Midwest continue to thrive in Joliet, both on the east side: Chellino and Mancuso.

Monte Vista student Zara Lake has worked with volunteers in Algeria and Uganda to improve civic participation and literacy.
The city is investing in a complete refurbishment of the skate facility at Ronald Reagan Sports Park.
Sentenced to 60 years for the 1998 murder of a Chicago cop, his convicted killer seeks clemency in January.
The new building will be nearly four times larger than the current one, the park district said.
The year’s trees featured a variety of themes, including "Wicked," "Beauty and the Beast" and cowboys.
Her district includes parts of Elmhurst Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills.
This year's event was a private, ticketed affair, in an effort to avoid the problems from past editions.
The Marathon gas station canopy fell on Sunday morning, police said.
More than 17 inches of snow has fallen in total so far this season at O'Hare Airport in Chicago.
The Third Taxing District's annual tree lighting event featured holiday tunes, festive snacks and a visit from Santa Claus himself.
School Committee members urged a more civil and respectful dialogue after Amy O'Connor announced she was leaving the board after 12 years.
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado joined protesters calling on the Town of Islip to end its Homeland Security training agreement amid ICE activity.
After 135 years, this house of worship could become a cultural arts center or more housing.
The chamber group will perform Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m.
Tyler Giacalone is a Democratic candidate running for the District 11 seat, which represents the Bolingbrook area.
Katherine Estevanell, who has achieved other STEM honors, has been awarded a full four-year scholarship to the prestigious university.
SweetWater Bar & Grill closed last year, ending a 4-decade run for the family that also operated Hathaway's at the site.
Residents on a Vienna street collaborated to offer a lineup of inflatable reindeer. This year, more reindeer joined the herd.
Renee Donald, a North Plainfield mom of two, opened a new Seniors Helping Seniors in-home care location serving Somerset and Union counties.
The fatal "vehicle-versus-pedestrian" incident was reported Sunday night on Jefferson Avenue.
A New Lenox man told police he lost control of his car near Schoolhouse and Francis roads Thursday. His passenger had to be extricated.
Three candidates are running in the Braddock District supervisor's race in Tuesday's special election. Polls open at 6 a.m.
Joylark Plant Kitchen & Bar is at 260 Post Road.
The protest took place Wednesday outside the district offices on Seaman Avenue.
The home broke out in flames on Sunday afternoon.
The Bernards Township Board of Education recently approved several withdrawals from the Capital Reserve Fund and Maintenance Reserve Fund.
Hatboro held its annual Christmas tree lighting at the Union Library of Hatborough on Friday night.
The company informed employees of the "difficult decision" last week.
A man was found fatally shot in a Palms parking lot Monday morning.
Local author Megan Deliberto has released "Garbage Squirrel."
An Aberdeen man accused of sexually assaulting two underage girls used to work in the Aberdeen school district, where he was a track coach:
The Simsbury Board of Finance this week will host a public hearing on a supplemental appropriation on the matter.
The village board will discuss the potential acquisition of property at 1100 Lake Cook Road at a special Tuesday night meeting.
"Seeing a smile on their face after they come here makes it all worth it."
The village council will review a proposal to redevelop 535 Ogden Ave. in Downers Grove.
Most of the immigrants imprisoned at Delaney Hall don't have criminal records, data shows.
Arson Squad detectives are investigating, Suffolk police say.
The restaurant will soon be demolished and rebuilt to modernize facilities and enhance customer experience.
Since 2001, Trattoria Uno off Route 202 in Branchburg has offered specials every week to help families afford a meal out.