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Flaming Trash, Stolen Cough Syrup and a Pot Bust: Police Blotter
Mokena police reports, April 24-30.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
- Mokena, IL
Jeff Graveline is a contributor to Patch. Previously, he worked at 22nd Century Media.
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What Happened to Tony's Villa Rosa Pizza?
After two years in business, Tony's Villa Rosa Pizza closed its doors in Mokena on April 30, due to what Mauro DiSabato, the business manager, said was unfair business practices by Great Lakes Bank in Mokena.
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Police: Truck Driver's Passenger Caught with Meth
After responding to a call at the Superwash Carwash, police find suspected methamphetamine and drug equipment in the cab of a semi-truck.
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Rides, Games and Fun: There's a Carnival Coming to Mokena
The Mokena School District 159 Board of Education recently approved a carnival that will feature rides, games and food for attendees, to be held at Mokena Elementary School May 17–20. Will you get in on the fun?
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What Should Go Here? Empty Storefronts at Mokena Towne Square
The Mokena Towne Square shopping center is home to a grocery store and several smaller businesses, however there are some empty retail spots. Patch wants to know what readers think should go there.
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Last Chance To Register for Preschool
Two Mokena churches are offering residents a chance to sign up their child preschool, with several options of class schedules throughout the week.
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What's Hot from Redbox: Top Rentals for the Week of April 21-27
A super-spy, a robbery movie and a few comedies are among the top ten, check out what's dropping out of local Redbox kiosks most this week.
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What's Your Farmer's Market Favorite So Far?
Fresh fruits, vegetables and meats, spending time with friends or just supporting local businesses. What made the Mokena Farmer's Market worthwhile for you?
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Shred Your Way To Security
The Mokena Police Department will hold a Community Shred Day on Saturday, April 28. Residents can bring any personal documents to the police department, where authorities will then destroy the items.
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Nude Man Nabbed Twice by Mokena Police
Gerard T. Corbett, 38, was cited for disorderly conduct after Mokena Police found him nude at Main Park on April 23. Police later found Corbett pants-less near the corner of Ashbrooke Lane and Townline Road.
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Stickers: They're Not Just For Kids Anymore
Village of Mokena vehicle stickers go on sale May 1 and Patch is here with the ins-and-outs of keeping residents on the right side of the law.
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Ready To Go To Market? Mokena's Farmers Market Kicks Off Saturday
Goodbye, French Market—hello, Mokena Farmers Market! This Saturday, April 28, Mokena's Farmers Market, organized by the Mokena Downtown Merchants, kicks off at 8 a.m.
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Woman Assaulted on Mokena Forest Preserve Path
A man ran at a woman, grabbing at her while she was walking the Hickory Creek Preserve La Porte Road Access Trail April 17. The woman reported the encounter to police, but no arrests have been made.
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Two New Businesses Coming to 191st and LaGrange Road
The Village of Mokena is set to welcome back Scrementi's in a new location and ready to welcome new business Legends Grill to the Boulevard Plaza, at the corner of 191st Street and Lagrange Road.
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Dying Trees Along Railroad Tracks Will Be Replaced
After being left in the lurch by Speedy Gonzales Landscaping, Inc., for landscape buffer work along the railway, the Village found another contractor to plant new trees.
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Village Board Jump-Starts Aggregation with Outside Help
With little knowledge into how to secure an electrical supplier for electrical aggregation, the Village of Mokena will use an outside source to try to secure a lower electricity rate for residents and small businesses within the village.
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Last Chance for 'Books and Brews'
Mokena Library will host a night out with Books and Brews gathering at Post Game Pub, while the Batten Disease Support and Research Association Midwest Chapter hosts a trivia night. Know an upcoming deadline? Let us know and we could publicize it here.
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What Should Go Here? Big Blue Warehouse by the Tracks
The warehouse that used to house the Therafin Corporation, 19747 Wolf Road, currently is empty and up for sale. Patch wants to know: what should go there?
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District 159 Board Elects New VP, New Secretary, Reelects President
Board President John Troy is reelected, while Patrick Markham and Mike Ford both secure new positions within the board.
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SHARE: Show Patch How You Helped Out on Clean-Up Day
Patch wants your photos of you and your neighbors lending a helping hand to Mother Earth—and Mokena.
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