Lemont|News|
Lemont Winter Storm: E-Learning Day For D113A, LHS
Snow accumulations could be greater than six inches, and winds could be as high as 50 mph.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
- Lemont, IL
I cover the south/southwest suburbs of Chicago, including Lemont, Homer Glen, Lockport, Frankfort, Bolingbrook and Romeoville. I have a passion for local news and love to delve into each town's issues and community.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Township HS Announces First Semester Honor Roll
LTHS recognized students to the high honor roll or honor roll.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Student Wins VFW Regional Essay Scholarship Competition
Giada Roti will now compete at the state level next month.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Blizzard Conditions Possible Friday, Winter Storm Watch Issued For IL
Snow accumulations greater than 6 inches are possible, as well as wind gusts up to 50 mph.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Valentine's Day Card Drive For Seniors Hosted By Loughran Cappel
Once all the cards have been collected, they will be delivered to various senior facilities in the 49th District.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Approves Special Use For Dance School
The studio will offer dance and martial arts classes for all ages.
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Lemont|News|
D113A Superintendent Takes New Position In Steger
Superintendent Anthony McConnell will begin a new position in April.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Another Winter Storm, Coldest Air Of The Season To Hit Chicago Area
Forecasters are tracking another winter storm, which could impact the Chicago region on Friday.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Winter Weather: Snow Ordinances, Parking
More winter weather is on the way later this week.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport HS Student Was Sexually Assaulted By Classmate: Lawsuit
The suit has been filed in Cook County court regarding allegations of a 2022 sexual assault of a student.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen In Bolingbrook Closing Later This Month
The business said the location's last day will be Jan. 21.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
High School Artists Exhibit Begins At Lewis University On Jan. 11
Local students from nine high schools are featured in the show.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
More Snow Coming: 6-9 More Inches Possible In Parts Of IL, 40 MPH Wind
A winter storm warning is in place for McHenry, Kane, Lake and DeKalb, and additional snowfall will vary wildly depending on where you are.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
New President For Will County Forest Preserve Board
In 2022, it was decided that Parker and Mueller would share the two-year presidential term.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Dunkin' Should Open By Spring In Former Discount Tire Building
The rest of the storefronts will also be available for lease in early spring.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Baker Advances To Quarterfinals Of 'The Greatest Baker'
Voting in the quarterfinals resumed Monday.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont High School To Name Court In Honor Of John Jones
Jones served as the head boys basketball coach from 1962-1990, and as athletic director from 1979 to 1991.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Art Market Planned At Frankfort Library
There will be booths of locally-made, handcrafted items from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 27 at the library, 21119 S. Pfeiffer Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
West Suburban Community Pantry Serves 110,000 In 2023
The pantry said two-thirds of those people came from DuPage County, and one-third from Will County.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Winter Storm Warning: Up To 11 Inches Of Snow Possible For Parts Of IL
While most of the Chicago area could get 2 to 5 inches of snow, new estimates show 7 to 11 inches possible in several counties.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
