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Ryan Kennedy, who graduated from the school in 2008, will be honored as his funeral procession passes by Friday afternoon.

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Ryan Kennedy, who graduated from the school in 2008, will be honored as his funeral procession passes by Friday afternoon.

Evergreen Parkers have a chance to enjoy the last few weeks of summer with a little music.
The local baseball players brought back some impressive tournament trophies.
Several aldermen have sent clear messages that more banks in Palos Heights are not welcome.
Palos Hills police reports, Aug. 2 - 5.
Police say two men came to the couple's home and offered to do concrete work, and then stole jewelry and followed the resident to the bank.
Palos Heights police blotter, Aug. 2 - 6.
Palos Patch editor Dan Lambert is moving on to start up a new Patch site.
Experts blaming Midwest refinery problems and say there likely won't be a decrease until after Labor Day.
Experts blaming Midwest refinery problems and say there likely won't be a decrease until after Labor Day.
High School District 218 is facing a tough round of negotiations with teachers over a new contract agreement. The board will discuss the matter further at a special meeting Tuesday night.
A downed power line behind the Evergreen Park Police Station produced high flames. Many are without power.
Are you wondering how much your school districts, village and library are taxing their residents? Then you need to read this list.
Find area garage sales and add your own to Patch's interactive map.
We are proud to announce the latest addition to the Patch family. Beverly-Mount Greenwood will be the first Patch within Chicago.
Palos Heights police reports, July 28 - Aug. 1.
Palos Park police reports, July 17-30.
Meet your new editors and tell us what stories you want covered.
Palos Heights police reports, July 28- 24.
If you have a child at a D218 school, we have everything you need to know to start the year off right.