Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Not So Scary Hayride At Dellwood Park Features Treats, Not Tricks
Families can enjoy hay rides, face painting, games, treats and more at the Oct. 12-13 event.
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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Romeoville, IL|News|
Halloween-Themed Mocktail Program Planned At Isle A La Cache
Participants will stroll through the museum and preserve, sipping seasonal mocktail mixes along the way, the preserve said.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
No Rain In Sight, Warm Temperatures Through The Weekend For Illinois
Friday will have a high of 83, and temperatures will warm even more for the weekend.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Hayride Of Horror, Curse Of The Bayou Return To Dellwood Park
The frightful fun runs every Friday and Saturday in October from 7–10 p.m., and the last two Sundays in October from 6–9 p.m.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont Trick-Or-Treating Hours For Halloween 2025
Throughout October, various Lemont organizations have also planned several Halloween and fall events as part of Lemontster Days 2025.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont High School To Host Eighth Grade Open House For Class Of 2030
Students and their families will have the chance to learn about the fine academic and extracurricular programs offered by Lemont High School
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
IDPH Issues Its Own COVID Vaccine Guidance Amid CDC Changes
IDPH has adopted its own fall vaccine guidance for respiratory illnesses including COVID, flu and RSV after "robust discussion."
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Hickory Creek Softball Wins IESA State Championship
Hickory Creek defeated Washington Central in the championship game.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Cook County Second Installment Property Tax Bill Still Delayed
Typically, the second installment bills are mailed out in June and due in August. That is not the case this year.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Fort Frankfort Construction Finishing By End Of October
The two playground structures will soon be assembled.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
'Cornerstone Of Lemont Community' Needs Your Help: Historical Society Launches Save Our Steeple Campaign
The steeple and unique spire have stood tall over Lemont since 1861, but they're in dire need of repairs.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Enjoy Ghost Stories On The Green In Frankfort
The free, family-friendly event will begin at 6 p.m. on Oct. 24 on Breidert Green.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
1 In Custody After Meijer Gas Station Robbery: Police
Officers responded to the gas station, at 735 E. Boughton Road, at 6:52 a.m. Wednesday for the report of a robbery.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Board Approves 500 Replacement Trees
Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta said that Public Works removes 300 to 500 trees per year due to age and damage.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Jack O' Lantern World Returns To Lemont
The pumpkin wonderland returns to The Forge: Lemont Quarries, starting Oct. 2.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville High School Spartan Classic Features Bands From Across Illinois
The award-winning 125-piece Romeoville High School Marching Spartans are scheduled to perform their show, “Shattered."
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Nick's Tavern Is In Championship Round Of WGN's Best Burger Tournament
Voting for the championship round will end at 10 a.m. on Thursday.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Siegel's Cottonwood Farm Pumpkin Fest Now Open
The farm includes dozens of attractions and rides, farm animals and lots of food and beverage options.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Plans 19th Annual Autumn Colors Craft Show
The event offers free parking and admission from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 4.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Johansen Farms Pumpkin Patch And Fall Festival Now Open
The children's zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at the farm, 710 W. Boughton Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
