Frankfort, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way East Holds Signing Day For Nine Student-Athletes
Lincoln-Way East celebrated nine student-athletes who will play their respective sports at the collegiate level.
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- Lemont, IL
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Lemont|News|
'Sips For SEASPAR' Planned At Pollyanna Brewing
These donations will benefit SEASPAR’s mission of providing engaging, inclusive recreational programs and services.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Will County Residents Receive $2.7M In FEMA Funds After July Storms
Residents can apply for assistance from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration until Nov. 19.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Rain Likely Saturday For Illinois Amid Cloudy, Mild Weekend
"Mild temperatures will persist into early next week amid plenty of cloud cover," the weather service said on its Facebook.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Resident Writes Historical Fiction Novel
The book takes place in a fictional Illinois town, with the backdrop of the real-life Bunion Derby of 1928.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Ugly Sweater Bingo Brunch Planned At Hickory Creek Junction
Compete for bingo prizes, as well as best dressed, most festive and crowd favorite.
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Lemont|News|
Five Lemont Student-Athletes Make College Commitments
Cooper Black, Natalie Pacyga, Jacob Parr, April Rice and Ella Simpson will play collegiately in their respective sports.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Chamber Celebrates Small Business Saturday
The Chamber will hold a Holiday Wreath Promotion leading up to Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way Area Mayors Endorse Keith Ogle For Frankfort Mayor
Current Frankfort Mayor Keith Ogle filed his petitions Tuesday in his bid for re-election.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Scene75 Offers The Wishing Tree Giveback For Local Families In Need
The park will be offering a list of experiences that guests can choose from and donate to a family in need through the Boys & Girls Club.
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Lemont|News|
LHS Freshman Earns All-State Honors At IHSA Cross Country State Finals
Lemont was making its second straight team state finals appearance in girls’ cross country, and its 14th overall.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport's New Panda Express Now Open
The new Panda Express location opened its doors on Wednesday.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Girls Volleyball Team Heads To State Finals Tournament
Lockport is set to play Marist, at 8:30 p.m. on Friday.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Golf Club Set To Host 2025 LIV Golf Chicago
LIV Golf Chicago tournament will return to Bolingbrook Golf Club on Aug. 8-10, 2025.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Find Out Where Romeoville Ranks In Household Bills: Report
Doxo, an online bill payment service, recently released a report ranking the highest and lowest cities in Illinois for household expenses.
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Lemont|News|
Old Quarry Middle School Honors Veterans At Annual Assembly
The assembly was held on Monday, and featured keynote speaker Raphael Carrión, a combat veteran who served in the Army and National Guard.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
New Boutique Plans Opening At End Of November In Frankfort
House of Lala will offer home decor, accessories, gifts and designer consignment.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Incumbent Trustee Leddin Announces Run For Re-Election
Leddin is running for re-election in the April 1 consolidated election.
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Lemont|News|
Rep. La Ha's Office Is Drop-Off For Gather And Give Collection
Needed items include toiletries, household essentials, and non-perishable foods.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
31st Annual Harvest Saturday Food Drive Planned Nov. 23
The annual event is sponsored by St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, United Presbyterian Church and The Rock Church in Romeoville.
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