Lemont|News|
Teacher Spotlight: Linda Kennedy Makes A Difference In Lemont
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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.
If you'd like to contact me, feel free to email me at andrea.earnest@patch.com.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Third Annual Bling Bling Sale Planned At Romeoville Library
New this year is a preview sale, with a $5 admission, which will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sept. 20.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Fry The Coop Opening In October In Bolingbrook
Fry the Coop's ninth location will open at 274 S. Weber Road, in the former Chipotle space.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Property Tax Appeal Forum Planned Thursday In Lemont
The forum will feature a presentation by members of the Board of Review, which will outline the property tax appeal process.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Boy Competes In MLB Youth Skills Competition
Jay competed at Guaranteed Rate Field on Aug. 31, and is waiting to hear results to see if he'll be selected for a trip to the World Series.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville HS Marching Band Hosts Seventh Annual Spartan Classic
The annual exhibition at Romeoville High School features marching bands from across the Chicago area.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Trunk Or Treat At Heritage Park In October
The Village will host the family-friendly event from 3 to 5 p.m. on Oct. 26.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Dry, Warm Week Brings Increased Threat For Brush Fires
The weather service advised using extra caution with any outdoor burning or disposal of smoking materials, due to very dry conditions.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook's Pathways Parade, PathFest Is Sunday
There will also be kids games, inflatables, petting zoo, climbing wall, trackless train and a corn hole tournament.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Public Hearing Planned To Discuss Heritage Quarries Area Improvements
The hearing will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday at Lemont Public Works, 16680 New Ave., in Lemont.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Justin Ozinga Announces Run For Frankfort Mayor
Ozinga, who has lived in Frankfort for 20 years, is co-owner and Chief Business Development Officer of Ozinga Bros., Inc.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Route 53, Renwick Road Intersection Improvements Begin
Throughout construction, at least one lane in both directions will be maintained on Route 53 and on Renwick Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Stargazing Planned At Heritage Park
Also, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., the animal show "Incredible Bats!" will be held in the Village Hall Community Room.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Not So Scary Hayride Offered Oct. 13, 14 At Dellwood Park
For those who aren't big fans of haunted houses, the Not So Scary Hayride is for you.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
5 Arrested In Bolingbrook Car Burglaries: Police
Three adults are facing charges after car burglaries early Thursday. Police also recovered an illegal firearm.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
'Potentially Deadly' Swim Conditions, Rain, Cooler Temps Could Hit IL
There is a chance of rain Thursday night as a cold front moves through the area.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
DuPage Township To Ask Voters About Bolingbrook Food Pantry
The Township wants to know how voters feel about replacing its Romeoville food pantry with a new Bolingbrook location.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Victims Recorded Using Bathroom, Lemont Man Arrested: Police
Police said they received a report of multiple victims in the same household, who were recorded with a camera found on the windowpane.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Hayride Of Horror, Curse Of The Bayou Return To Dellwood Park
The events will run every Friday and Saturday in October from 7 to 10 p.m., and the last two Sundays of the month from 6 to 9 p.m.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Trunk Or Treat Planned Oct. 26 In Frankfort
The trunk or treat event will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Oct. 26 in the Breidert Green parking lot in downtown Frankfort.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
