Downers Grove, IL|News|
Trolley Tour to Showcase Historic Downers Grove, Sears Homes
The Downers Grove Park District invites residents to enjoy a two-hour trolley tour Saturday,
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
- 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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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove North Alum Cooks His Way to Dream Job on Food Network's 'Chef Wanted'
Chicago area Executive Chef Chris Turano beat three other chefs to become the Chef de Cuisine for The Bistro in Santa Barbara, CA.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Park District Hosts 'Paws in the Park'
Also this weekend: Sunset Soiree, Mission Stay Saturday, a garage sale to benefit Camp Kesem and a hearse convention.
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Lemont|News|
Dry Pet Food Recalled Due to Salmonella Threat
Both dog and cat foods are included in the recall of select Iams and Eukanuba products.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Dry Pet Food Recalled Due to Salmonella Threat
Both dog and cat foods are included in the recall of select Iams and Eukanuba products.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Quinn Signs Bills Banning Illinois Teens from Tanning Beds, Electronic Cigarettes
Gov. Pat Quinn signed new laws Thursday "to protect the health of Illinois youth."
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Lemont|News|
Quinn Signs Bills Banning Illinois Teens from Tanning Beds, Electronic Cigarettes
Gov. Pat Quinn signed new laws Thursday "to protect the health of Illinois youth."
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove Lions Club Hosts Annual 'Labor of Love' 5K
The race will be held Monday, Sept. 2, at McCollum Park, 6801 Main St. All proceeds will support the Lions' various service projects.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
ComEd Continues Work on Downers Grove Library Parking Lot
Also on Thursday: "E.T." at Fishel Park and a village storm water committee meeting.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Woman Accused of Firing Gun into Downers Grove Man's Vehicle
Jenniece Jones, 20, of Indianapolis, IN, was charged with aggravated discharge of a firearm after she allegedly fired two shots at her former boyfriend's car during a domestic dispute.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Family Hosts Final Yard Sale to Support Kids 'Cancer Camp'
Ryan and Dana Kahle will host a three-garage sale this weekend to raise money for Camp Kesem at Northwestern University.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Police, Families Celebrate Annual 'Kops-n-Kidz Day'
The seventh annual event was held Saturday afternoon at Centennial Park.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Park District to Open New Centennial Campus Entrance
The entrance, which has been under construction for most of the summer, is scheduled to open Thursday afternoon.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Hearse Show to Benefit Hope and Friendship Foundation
LasRyds, a group of local hearse enthusiasts, will host the "Greatest Show Unearthed" on Saturday in Talcott Square.
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Lemont|News|
District 113A Approves Tentative Budget for 2013-14 School Year
The proposed budget, though balanced, has increased over last year's budget due to the implementation of the district's strategic plan.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove to Pay $132K Settlement to Motorist Struck by Police Car
The village council on Tuesday unanimously approved a settlement with David Rosa, whose vehicle was struck by a patrol car on Ogden Avenue in August 2011.
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Lemont|News|
Four-Way Stop Signs Installed at McCarthy-Walker Intersection in Lemont
The new stop signs were installed to control traffic as IDOT works to install traffic signals.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont's Keepataw Days Parade Goes 'Retro 60s'
Organizers are currently seeking participants and grand marshal nominations for this year's parade, scheduled for Monday, Sept. 2, in downtown Lemont.
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Lemont|News|
Pontiacs on Display at Lemont Legends Cruise Nights
The car show will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday in downtown Lemont.
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