Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Plans Move Forward For DuPage River Trail Extension In Bolingbrook
The project will extend the trail along Weber Road, traveling through DuPage River Park and Indian Boundary Park.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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- Lemont, IL
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Lemont|News|
Obituary: Raymond W. Rohder
Raymond W. Rohder, age 90, of Lemont, died Dec. 7.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
'Specialty' Physical Therapy Center Opens In Frankfort
The clinic, at 20500 S. La Grange Road, Suite 5, deals with issues involving the pelvic floor, lymphatic system and oncology.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Temps Near 40 All Week; No Rain Or Snow In The Forecast
If you were hoping for a white Christmas, it may be time to start wishing for a snowy New Year's instead.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Jane Addams 8th Grade Girls Basketball To Play In Third Place Game
The team will face Mahomet-Seymour on Thursday to determine third and fourth place in the state tournament.
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Lemont|News|
Old Quarry Announces First Trimester Honor Rolls For 2023-24
Over 500 students were named to one of the three honor rolls.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Attempted Homicide Arrest After Man Stabbed 18 Times: Lockport Police
A 19-year-old from Elwood has been charged after stabbing a man 18 times, after meeting him to sell narcotics, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Plans Open House For 2024 Projects
The open house will be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Plans Town Center Community Workshop In January
Residents can come see the first draft of concepts for a new town center from 6 to 8 p.m. on Jan. 30.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Zinc Bromide Spill Prompts HazMat Response At Argonne
Lab officials said the spill was in one of the buildings at the laboratory, and there was no threat to anyone and no one was exposed.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
S&T Too Bolingbrook Closing In February
The location, a retail and wholesale pizza supply business, is at 222 N. Bolingbrook Drive.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Jane Addams Eighth Grade Girls Basketball Heads To State Tournament
The undefeated Bolingbrook team, 22-0, will play against New Lenox's Liberty on Saturday.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Save The Date For Frankfort Park District's Spring Craft Show
The annual show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 2 at the Founders Community Center, 140 Oak St.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont Park District Receives 'Exceptional Workplace' Award
The Exceptional Workplace award was given by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association.
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Lemont|News|
Downtown Lemont Hay Wagon Rides Return For December
Rides will be offered from 6 to 9 p.m. on Dec. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Hickory Creek Seventh Grade Girls Basketball Finishes Third In State
Hickory Creek played against Willowbrook's Westview Hills in the third-place game, and won 36-33.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Kiddie Academy, Marriott Towneplace Suites Break Ground
Ground has been broken on both projects; although Marriott doesn't anticipate opening until 2025.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
'Keep The Wreath Red' In Romeoville This Holiday Season
Each time there is a holiday-related fire through Jan. 1, one red bulb on the wreaths at the fire stations will be replaced by a white one.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Route 53, Renwick Intersection Reopen After Crash
The intersection is reopened as of Friday afternoon.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Sets 2024 Village Board Meeting Dates
The Frankfort Village Board approved the 2024 calendar last month.
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