Lemont|News|
Scarecrow Trail Returns Sept. 21 To Lemont Township Community Center
Locals can head out to the trail any time from Sept. 21 to Oct. 19 and vote for their favorite scarecrow on the trail.
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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Frankfort, IL|News|
Save The Date For Ghost Stories On The Green
The new, family-friendly event will be held on Oct. 25.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Rare Swallow-Tailed Kite Spotted In Will County
This bird has never been reported in Will County before.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Oktoberfest Planned At Breidert Green On Oct. 5
The event will be family-friendly during the day, before a 21-and-over event begins in the evening.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Parent-Community Forum Planned At Frankfort Library
The forum will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 10 at the Frankfort Library, 21119 Pfeiffer Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
The Forge Charitable Adventures Receives Grant For Pollinator Meadow
The Forge Charitable Adventures Lemont will expand the pollinator meadow at the Heritage Quarries Recreation Area.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Receives Grant To Add Plants To Culver Park
Plants will support pollinator habitats at the park.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville's Splash Pads Closing For The Year
The last open day for Romeoville's three splash pads will be Sept. 8.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Receives Grant To Support Pollinator Population
With the grant, the Village of Bolingbrook will support efforts to address pollinator population decline at Lily Cache Creek.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
HellsGate Haunted House Opens Sept. 27
Spooky season is almost here.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Warming Trend Through Mid-Week, Before 60s Return To IL
September marks the start of meteorological fall.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Boil Order Lifted For Homer Glen Neighborhoods
Water samples tested from the affected area confirm that the water meets all federal and state regulatory standards for drinking water.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Forest Preserve's Annual Woods Walk Kicks Off
Participants who complete the challenge earn a special medallion that can be pinned to a backpack or walking stick.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Art On The Green Planned In Downtown Lemont
The Art and Culture Commission of Lemont, and the Lemont Center for the Arts invites all artists and crafters to join Art on the Green.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport's Sweets And Savory Crawl Planned For Sept. 15
Tickets are still available for the event, which is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 15.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Fall Fest Is Here: Schedule, Entertainment, Parade
The 56th year of the fest has a large lineup of activities, including a craft show with over 300 artisans and live entertainment all weekend
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Boil Order Expected To Last Until Saturday For Parts Of Homer Glen
The boil order was first issued on Tuesday for several subdivisions in Homer Glen.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way Marching Band Hosts Tournament Of Roses President
The Lincoln-Way Marching Band will be at the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California, on New Year’s Day.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Stormy Friday Before Pleasant Labor Day Weekend In IL
For those boating or swimming on Lake Michigan, dangerous swim and boating conditions are expected this weekend.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Friends Of The Frankfort Library Plan September Book Sale
The group's sale will be in the garage of the library from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 14.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
