New Lenox|News|
Leaf Collection Program Goes Daily
Pickup starts each Monday on the north end of town and spreads out the rest of the week. Expect a pickup every other day.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
- New Lenox, IL
Ann C. Piasecki, editor at New Lenox Patch. She is a veteran journalist and communications professional with a background in teaching college writing courses and memoir writing workshops.
Ann has a BS in journalism and an MA in English.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Part V: Heroin Addiction can be Avoided and Overcome; Will County Drug Court Proves its Case.
As part of the Will County HELPS symposium on heroin, State's Attorney James Glasgow addressed a packed house talking about the proven success of Drug Court.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Bad Turn Nets Four Tickets; Mokena Police Blotter
A driver cut off another motorist right in front of a police officer.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
Foundation Raises $40,000 for Lincoln-Way High School District 210
Lincoln-Way High School District 210 appoint leadership roles to the Advisory Committee
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
Providence Catholic Women’s Club Host Annual Social and Auction
The theme for this year's annual social and auction by Providence Catholic Women's Club is "Magical Mystery Tour."
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
New Lenox Park District Recognizes Community Contributions
Oct. 17 meeting set aside to honor the contributions of the community.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
ISAT and Terra Nova Test Scores High at New Lenox School District 122
Across the board, in reading, math, science and language arts the students at New Lenox School District 122 are excelling.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
New Lenox Chamber of Commerce to Televise Candidates Forum
Featuring Candidates for Will County Elected Offices
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Rollover Accident at Delaney and Cedar Roads; Injuries Reported
Will County Sheriff's Department and New Lenox Fire Protection District were on the scene at a rollover accident at Delaney and Cedar Roads.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Part IV: The Number of Heroin Fatalities is Rising Exponentially, From Five in 2009 to 33 so Far in 2012.
Will County Coroner Patrick O'Neil calls his office, the last stop on the line.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
Lincoln-Way Central and West Present Fall Plays
Lincoln-Way Central High School is presenting "Father of the Bride." Lincoln-Way West High School is presenting "Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe and Midnight Wax"
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
Man Punched in Face at American Legion; Police Blotter
DUI and retail theft wrap up police incidents.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
Part VI: Heroin Becomes a Way of Life
New Lenox Police Chief Bob Sterba tells the community saving a life may mean "ratting out" family or friends.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Part III: Will County Circuit Judge Ray Nash Battles the Heroin Epidemic with Grit and Commitment
At only $8-to-$10 for a hit of heroin, teens are getting addicted fast and finding themselves in front of a stern judge who's looking to save their lives.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
People You Should Know
This is a new feature about the familiar faces that we in the community encounter on a regular basis and those who work behind the scenes.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
Job Fair Boot Camp
A Job Fair Boot Camp was born out of the ShareFest 2012 Job Fair program last month at village hall. Job Fair Boot Camp is born. The need for intense work force development finds an answer in government and business partnerships.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Mokena Village Board Approves Video Gaming
Mokena anticipates an additional $50,000 in revenue from its video gaming ordinance.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
Taffy Apples and Chocolaty Delights for Halloween
The difference is the caramel recipe and the choice of apples.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Electricity Rates Dropping
The village's electrical aggregation program results in reduced rates.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
Abandoned Garage Set on Fire; Police Blotter
Weekend mischief leads to criminal damage in the community.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff