Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Township High School Staying Open Tuesday
The Chicago area is under a cold weather advisory from 9 p.m. Monday until noon on Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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- Lemont, IL
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View Schools Announce E-Learning Day On Tuesday
The Chicago area is under a cold weather advisory from 9 p.m. Monday until noon on Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Author Shares Cancer Journey In New Memoir
In her latest book, Pat Camalliere delved into a more personal place, writing about her experience with head and neck cancer.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook HS Senior Chosen For U.S. Senate Youth Program
Miriam Tsegay is one of two students from Illinois selected to the program, and one of 104 nationwide.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Frigid Weather On The Way: Wind Chills Of 30 Below Zero For Illinois
Highs will only be in the single digits on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
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Lemont|News|
Timberline Knolls Closing Feb. 13
The facility was acquired by Acadia Healthcare in 2012, but had been opened under different operators since 2006.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Seeks Nominations For St. Patrick's Day Queen, King
The queen and king will preside over the St. Patrick's Day Parade, which is set for March 8 at 1 p.m. in downtown Lemont.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
State Rep. La Ha Kicks Off Valentines For Veterans Card Drive
The drive encourages residents of all ages to write heartfelt messages of appreciation for the men and women who have served our country.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Quarry Project Vote Delayed By Will County Board
Plainfield, Bolingbrook and District 202 have stated opposition to the project.
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Lemont|News|
Old Quarry Announces First Trimester Honor Rolls
Students were recognized on the distinguished honor roll, high honor roll or honor roll.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
MLK Day 2025: What’s Open And Closed In Frankfort
King is the only non-president to have a national holiday named in his honor.
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Lemont|News|
State Sen. Curran Hosts Valentines For Seniors Card Drive
Community groups can donate cards to be delivered to assisted living centers, nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
CosMc's In Bolingbrook Will Stay Open
McDonald's announced that three of its Texas locations will close; however, the Bolingbrook CosMc's will still be open.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
MLK Day 2025: What’s Open And Closed In Romeoville
Banks will be closed and both the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ will have the day off.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Pilates House Lemont Opens Its Doors, Offers Variety Of Classes
The studio is currently open Monday through Saturday, and offers classes in both the morning and evening.
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Lemont|News|
State Rep. La Ha Offers Free Education Resource Card For Museums
The passes are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Crave Cookies Coming To Bolingbrook
Currently, there are only three Crave locations in the Chicago area, one in Chicago, one in Joliet and one in Orland Park.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont High School Adds Nearly 90 To National Honor Society Chapter
21 seniors and 68 juniors were inducted into Lemont's NHS in November.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont High School Board Of Ed Candidates: April 2025 Election
Four candidates have filed to run for three open positions for the April 1 consolidated election.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Board Approves 4 Electric Chargers For Downtown Garage
The Village anticipates a ComEd Make-Ready rebate of $21,332, so the net cost will be $47,668.
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