Across Illinois, IL|News|
3 Inches Of Snow Saturday, 'Strong Storm System' Possible For IL
Snow could impact travel on Saturday morning across the Chicago area.
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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Lemont|News|
Lighting Up Lemont Continues Through January
The lights will also be on display for the Village's fourth annual Ice and Lights Fest on Jan. 20.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Senior Valentine Luncheon Planned By Frankfort Park District
The luncheon, for those 55 and older, will be held Feb. 9.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Plans 'Party In Pink' Supporting Pink Heals Of Joliet
The fundraiser for breast cancer awareness will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Feb. 23.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
State Sen. Loughran Cappel Hosts Coffee And Conversation
Join State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel for a cup of coffee and conversation on Jan. 9 at Krave Restaurant.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Winter Weather: Parking Restrictions, Snow Plowing
In Homer Glen, parking restrictions go into place after two inches of snow has fallen.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
I-55, Lemont Road Clover Leaf Ramps To Open Week Of Jan. 7
The ramps were originally supposed to be opened on Friday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Man, 85, Killed In Bolingbrook House Fire: Coroner
The fire department said it received a call at 11:40 p.m. Thursday for a fire in the basement of a Bolingbrook home.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Board Accepting Applications For Vacant Board Position
After the resignation of member Marty Boersma last month, the Board must appoint an individual to the vacant seat.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont Winter Weather Reminders: Snow Removal, Parking Ordinance
In Lemont, the Village enforces odd-even parking after snowfall of two inches or more.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Volunteers Needed For Bolingbrook Snow Angels
The resident-led effort focuses on helping neighbors shovel and salt their property after snow events.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Waves Of Light Snow Possible This Weekend For Chicago Area
Light accumulations are possible late Friday into Saturday, and snow could continue throughout Saturday and Sunday as well.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Celebrate The New Year At Isle A La Cache
The museum will hold "Bonne Année: A New Year Celebration!" from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 13.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Recycle Your Christmas Tree At Main Park
Trees will be accepted at the park through Jan. 21.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Approves Ordinance Regulating Unscheduled Buses
The City Code will now be amended to prohibit unscheduled disembarking of passengers by private chartered buses.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
1st IL Winter Storm Could Bring Heavy Snow, Gusty Winds: NWS
But the track of the storm is still uncertain, the National Weather Service said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont Library Hosts 2024 Preschool Fair
The preschool fair will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Jan. 23.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Plans Enchanted Ball, Spring Events For Families
Registration for the event ends on Jan. 21.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Promenade Bolingbrook Plans Blood Drive
The blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Isle A La Cache Museum Closed Wednesday Due To Power Outage
The Romeoville museum is expected to reopen on Thursday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
