Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2023 In Homer Glen, Lockport
Celebrate the end of 2023 at Homer Glen and Lockport events and nearby.
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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Frankfort, IL|News|
Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2023 In Frankfort
Celebrate the end of 2023 at Frankfort events and nearby.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2023 In Lemont
Celebrate the end of 2023 at Lemont events and nearby.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont High School Honors December 2023 Students Of The Month
The honorees were senior Emily Hunnewell, junior Madelyn Colbert, sophomore Adrian Martinez and freshman Kyler Mierzwa.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
'Stage Change' At I-55, Route 53; New Traffic Pattern Starts Thursday
The lanes that were closed overnight will reopen by 5 a.m. Thursday, when a new traffic pattern will be in place.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
Rainy, Mild Christmas Could Be Among Warmest Christmases On Record
The warmest Christmas Day in Illinois happened in 1982.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Santa Send-Off Returns To Bolingbrook On Friday
The Village of Bolingbrook will hold a Santa Send-Off throughout town, starting at 3 p.m. on Friday.
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Lemont|News|
New Athletic Director Chosen For Lemont High School
Mike Sommerfeld will take over from John Young, who will retire in June after 23 years as Director of Athletics.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Valley View Honors All-State Athletes, 'Yes I Can' Winner
The Board of Education honored several students at its Dec. 13 meeting.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
IL Christmas Travel Forecast: Temps Close To 50, Rainy Weather
Under AccuWeather's forecast, conditions look good for Illinoisans traveling for Christmas, especially those using air travel.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
New 'Winter Walkers' Hiking Program Begins In January
The free, all-ages walks will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. starting Jan. 6, and ending Feb. 24.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Plans Special Events For 2024
Take a look at what to expect in Frankfort in the coming year.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
SEASPAR Event Showcases Talents Of People With Disabilities
Performers took the stage for 27 performances, including participants in SEASPAR’s Voice and Music Lessons, Glee Club, and Actors Guild.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Jane Addams 8th Grade Girls Basketball Takes Third At State Tournament
Jane Addams defeated Mahomet-Seymour, 38-22, to take third place on Dec. 14.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
School Closures: Summit Hill Board To Decide Schools’ Fate
The Summit Hill District 161 Board of Education will meet Wednesday. The agenda lists two school closures as an action item.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
$17M Park District Referendum To Be Posed To Lemont Voters
Funds would be used for improvements at the CORE, Centennial campus, and a new Derby Farm Park.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Plans For Addition At Hadley, Homer Junior High Out For Bid
Superintendent Craig Schoppe said the addition will connect the two schools, and that the bid could be awarded in January.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Wintry Monday Brings Flurries, Gusty Winds To Chicago Area
After Monday, temperatures begin to warm again and weather will be dry and sunny.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Preschool Open House Planned By Lemont Park District
The open house will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Feb. 3 at the park district.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
School Libraries In Homer Glen, Lockport To Receive Grants From State
Several school districts in Lockport and Homer Glen received grant funding from the state.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
