Jeff Graveline is a contributor to Patch. Previously, he worked at 22nd Century Media.
Wheaton North 21, Naperville North 7: The dynamic wide receiver and quarterback duo of John Peltz and Clayton Thorson powered the Falcons to a big victory Friday night in Naperville.
Check out what's dropping out of Redbox kiosks in Oak Forest most this week.
The Oak Forest Veterans Commission will host two War of 1812 reenactments, Sept. 15-16, as well as two Napoleonic War reenactments the same days. The first reenactment will take place at 2 p.m. at the Oak Fest Grounds on Sept. 15.
On Aug. 28, Lisa Madigan filed a suit against Cook County due to an alleged failure to file permits on behalf of the old Oak Forest Hospital in a timely manner.
Mark Estrada is the new animal control officer in Oak Forest, after being appointed by the Oak Forest City Council. Estrada was chosen from a field of 12 applicants.
There are warrants out for the arrest of more than 60 accused criminals in Oak Forest. Today, Patch spotlights a few.
Previous to District 228 teachers agreeing on a contract that includes a pay freeze, Board of Education members signed off on one that includes one for administrators, also, according to Superintendent Bill Kendall.
Following six years with the Oak Forest Police Department, K-9 Officer Orry will retire on Tuesday, Sept. 11. Police Officer Jason Vodnik, Orry's partner, reflects on his time with his partner.
Oak Forest police reports, Aug. 31-Sept.2.
Oak Forest police reports, Aug. 28–30.
The corner location in The Oaks shopping center is currently vacant and ready to be leased.
The Oak Forest Park District is hosting a senior's day on Friday, Sept. 7. The event will be free to attend and run from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. It will also feature a free lunch.
Neuqua Valley 41, Naperville Central 28: Once again, the Wildcats got the job done on the ground, through the air and on special teams. The Wildcats' 2-0 start is the first in school history.
Labor Day marks the end of the ice cream season for Jack Frost Ice Cream Chalet, so make sure to head over and get your frozen treats while you can.
If approved by the D228 Board of Education, a new contract for Bremen District 228 teachers would mean a pay freeze and increased employee contribution for health care. The contract goes before the board on Sept. 18.
Check out what's dropping out of Redbox kiosks in Oak Forest most this week.
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