Mokena, IL|News|
Car Reported Stolen: Mokena Police Blotter
Mokena police are investigating a stolen car report, and they earlier ticketed a Massachusetts man for a small amount of marijuana.
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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New Lenox|News|
Lincoln-Way Central High Hosted Teen Safe Driving
Lincoln-Way Central High School teamed up with law enforcement agencies for a Teen Safe Driving event.
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New Lenox|News|
D122's Write-In Candidate Tells Why He Threw Hat in the Ring
Todd Hyatt, a write-in candidate for the New Lenox School District 122 Board of Education, is hoping to contribute to the community.
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New Lenox|News|
Obama's 'Fix it First' Program Would Mend 'Deficient' Will County Bridges
In his 2013 State of the Union Address Tuesday, President Barack Obama touched on immigration policy, gun control and the economy, among other national issues. In terms of infrastructure, he proposed a "Fix it First" plan that may affect Will
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
Mug Shot Gallery: Lincoln-Way Arrests Feb. 6-12
See who got arrested this week in the Lincoln-Way communities.
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New Lenox|News|
Credit Card Swindlers Tap into Accounts: Police Blotter
Five complaints of fraud—credit cards and unauthorized service accounts opened—New Lenox police are investigating.
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Mokena, IL|News|
Mokena Woman Attempts to Flee; Aggravated DUI
A Mokena woman stopped for traffic violations attempted to flee police. She was arrested for aggravated DUI and more.
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New Lenox|News|
Man Busted in Traffic Stop for Cocaine, DUI
A stop for speeding results in arrest for suspected cocaine.
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New Lenox|News|
Pope Benedict XVI's Resignation: Local Reaction
Bishop Daniel Conlon, leader of the Diocese of Joliet, tells the Catholic flock not to worry.
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New Lenox|News|
Write-In Candidate for New Lenox School D122, 2-year Term
A write-in candidate for New Lenox School District 122 filed Feb. 7 with the Will County Clerk's Office.
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New Lenox|News|
Talking on the Phone Racks Up Expensive Ticket: Police Blotter
A DUI comes with a slew of moving violations for one driver.
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New Lenox|News|
Chili Cook-Off: Secret Ingredients Add Spice to the Pot
New Lenox residents served their best chili Feb. 9 at New Lenox Library District for the 5th Annual Chili Cook-Off, sponsored by Gatto's.
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New Lenox|News|
D122 Takes Up 2-Part Financial Plan; Bond Restructure and Working Cash Bonds
The New Lenox school board was presented with a two-part plan to save taxpayers money and manage the budget crunch.
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New Lenox|News|
Fire at Recycling Plant injures 2 Men; Burn Victims Treated at Silver Cross
Employees Suffered Second-degree burns after the equipment erupted.
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New Lenox|News|
Top Headlines: Charley Horse Closes, D122 Union Claims Unfair Labor Practices
The shuttering of Charley Horse Restaurant took residents by surprise, and New Lenox school union members claim unfair labor practice.
Ann Piasecki, Patch Staff
New Lenox|News|
College Signing Day for Standout Athletes at L-W West High School
Lincoln-Way West High School celebrated five athletic standouts on National Athletic Letter of Intent Day.
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New Lenox|News|
Family Fun Weekend: Events Feb 9-10
Get out this weekend and enjoy some fun family-friendly activities.
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New Lenox|News|
Want to Know What's Playing at the Show, Feb. 8-10?
The 1986 classic, Top Gun-IMAX 3D, starring Tom Cruise, is featured this weekend.
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New Lenox|News|
Job Hunters: Alsip, Lowes are Hiring
Looking for a job in the surrounding area? The Lincoln-Way Patch communities are at your service.
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Mokena, IL|News|
Dan's Homemade Candies Makes Mokena Home
The Mokena Chamber of Commerce sponsored a ribbon cutting ceremony for Dan's Homemade Candies.
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