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  • Lemont, IL

Amanda came to Patch in June 2010 after graduating from Northwestern University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. She launched Lemont Patch in 2010, and covered the community for two years before moving to Downers Grove in August 2012.

Prior to Patch, Amanda wrote for her college newspaper, The Daily Northwestern, covering city council and education. In 2009, Amanda spent three months interning at the Orange County Register in California. Despite the large market, it was here that she learned the ins and outs of community reporting. After returning to Illinois in June 2009, Amanda immediately started working as an editorial intern in the DuPage County office of the Daily Herald. During her senior year at Northwestern, she spent six months investigating a possible wrongful conviction case with the Medill Innocence Project.

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George Harrison's Sister Carries on Beatles Legacy

Louise Harrison's "Keeping Music Alive" program brings the Fab Four to life at schools across the country. The Liverpool Legends will perform at Lemont High School at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18.

George Harrison's Sister Carries on Beatles Legacy
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Police Blotter: Four Arrested on DUI Charges

The following arrest information was supplied by the Lemont Police Department for arrests made Oct. 21 - Nov. 6. It does not indicate a conviction.

Police Blotter: Four Arrested on DUI Charges
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Important Facts About Veterans Day, Part I

From the number of total veterans, to a brief history of the holiday itself, the U.S Census Bureau provides a data-driven look at Veterans Day.

Important Facts About Veterans Day, Part I
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Lemont High School to Host Beatles Tribute Band

The Liverpool Legends, a quartet hand-picked by George Harrison's sister Louise, will play at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, in the Performing Arts Center.

Lemont High School to Host Beatles Tribute Band
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Ron Paul Wins Illinois Straw Poll

State GOP Chairman Pat Brady "pleased with turnout" that netted more than 3,600 votes.

Ron Paul Wins Illinois Straw Poll