Oswego, IL|News|
Kendall Co. Health Department Reports 650 Coronavirus Cases
No new deaths have been reported.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
- Plainfield, IL
I was born and raised in India before I came to Chicago to complete my master’s in journalism at Northwestern University. Writing has always been a passion, but when I learned about the abuse women my age faced, I decided to forego fictional stories to write about those who needed to be heard. That is how at the age of 14 I decided that I would dedicate my life to making a difference.
I worked as a reporter at The Telegraph in India while completing my master’s in English literature and over the past three years, have gained experience in newsrooms across the United States and South Africa.
I previously served as the editor of a weekly newspaper in Lockport, Illinois, and I recently joined Patch to continue delivering local news to readers. I look forward to telling your stories, and keeping you informed to the best of my abilities.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Village To Host Three Firework Shows For Independence Day
To allow more people to view from their homes, fireworks will be shot off in three separate locations starting at 9:30 p.m. on July 3.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook High School's JROTC Wins Unit Award 7 Years In A Row
The Air Force's Junior ROTC program is designed to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship and life skills.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
'Care'-avan To Honor Fallen Military Heroes For Memorial Day
Procession of vehicles will be flying the flag of the United States this Memorial Day Weekend, to honor those who have died for the country
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Rollover Crash Blocks Interstate 55 Near Plainfield: IDOT
Residents are asked to avoid the road if possible.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Village Introduces Parkway Tree Replacement Program For Residents
This program is intended to assist residents who wish to have trees planted in front of their homes where there aren't any.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Students Display Culinary Skills During Remote Competition
Heritage Grove Middle School teacher, Kendell Stachelski, hosted a remote competition and asked students to share photos of their creations.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Residents To Enjoy Socially-Distanced Memorial Day Cookout
The Front-Yard-A-Cue cookout on May 25 aims to fill the whole block with sights, sounds and smells of summer.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Plainfield|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
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
VVSD Renames Childhood Center To Honor Superintendent
The center will be renamed Dr. James A. Mitchem Early Childhood Center to honor 40 years of his service to the VVSD community.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Community Organizes Graduation Parade For Plainfield Seniors
Since the students could not have a proper graduation ceremony due to the pandemic, parents organized a parade to honor this milestone.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Part Of Fox River Closed Due to Hazardous Conditions
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is prohibiting recreational river traffic due to flooding, swift currents and floating debris.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Plainfield Park District Defers Payment for Summer Programs
Those who register for programs through the remainder of the season will only be asked to pay when program dates are confirmed.
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
Oswego, IL|News|
Grants Now Available To Oswego Businesses Affected By COVID-19
The State of Illinois Downstate Small Business Stabilization Grant will offer up to $25,000 to small businesses.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
2 More Coronavirus-Related Deaths: Kendall Co. Health Department
This brings the total number of confirmed cases in the county to 602 with 22 deaths and 317 in recovery.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook's Meadowbrook Reports 184 Coronavirus Cases: IDPH
The Bolingbrook nursing home now has the highest number of cases in the state, with 26 coronavirus-related deaths.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Plainfield|News|
Forest Preserve District Offers Programs On Composting, More
During the week of May 18, learn about composting, fur trade and bird feeders from the comfort of your home.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Pritzker Is Abusing 'Emergency Rule Making': Rep. Wheeler
Rep. Keith Wheeler does not support Pritzker's emergency rule, says those "trying to survive" should not be punished.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Ribfest Cancelled For The First Time In 33 Years
The festival would have been held in Romeoville this year but was canceled due to coronavirus.
Abhinanda Datta, Patch Staff
