Orland Park, IL|News|
Fatburger Is Back In Orland Park, With NBA Star Owners
Well-known Chicago-based, female entrepreneurs brought the dream team together to bring Fatburger back to Orland Park.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
- Tinley Park, IL
I was born and raised in the south suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. I attained both my bachelor and master degrees in journalism from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. During my time in local news, I have learned invaluable lessons in journalism, as I teared up while covering the funeral of a beloved couple and chased a renegade miniature pony through a subdivision. I have seen firsthand what responsible, inspiring hyper-local journalism can do for a community.
I started with Patch in 2010, as a Local Editor covering the south suburbs. In 2017, I moved into the national role of Deputy Managing Editor and now Director of Editorial Recruitment and Training, in which I handle the recruiting, hiring, and training of journalists on our team, in addition to other editorial projects. I'm thrilled to contribute in such a way to a news organization I've grown to love so deeply over the past 12 years.
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Tinley Park|News|
Tinley Park Unveils Final Vision, Developer For Harmony Square
Tinley Park officials on Sunday announced they've partnered with a developer to bring plans for Harmony Square to fruition.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Teen Boy Mourned | Guns Stolen | Royal Treatment: 1 'King' to Another
PLUS: Your SS Irish Parade survival guide | Rep. pushes bill for Tinley Mental Health land | Oak Forest Hometown Heroes to be honored
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Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Village Of Homewood Trustee Candidate Jay Heiferman: Election '23
Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4, 2023 election. Jay Heiferman is running for Homewood trustee.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
'Christmas Without Cancer' Collecting Used Sneakers For Recycling
Christmas Without Cancer last year donated more than 4,200 pairs of gym shoes, raising more than $5,000 for the organization.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
'From One (Burger) King To Another,' Chain Treats Reunited Dog, Owner
Burger King heard the story of the dog 'King', who was recently reunited with his owner after being abandoned, and did a little something.
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New Lenox, IL|News|
L-W District 210 Board Candidate Tessa Quinlan: Election '23
Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4, 2023 election. Tessa Quinlan is running for L-W District 210 Board of Education.
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Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest's Hometown Heroes Program Needs Your Service Members' Names
The City of Oak Forest seeks names of current or former residents who are members of the U.S. Armed Forces.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland D135 Board Candidate Alan Kastengren: Election '23
Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4, 2023 election. Alan Kastengren is running for Orland District 135 Board of Education.
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Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Village Of Homewood Trustee Candidate Anne Colton: Election '23
Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4, 2023 election. Anne Colton is running for trustee for the Village of Homewood.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Fire District Trustee Candidate William Bonnar Jr: Election '23
Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4, 2023 election. William Bonnar Jr. is running for Orland Fire District trustee.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Fire District Trustee Candidate Michael Gabriele: Election '23
Patch is providing candidate profiles for the April 4, 2023 election. Michael Gabriele is running for trustee of the Orland Fire District.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland 6th Grader Loves Music & Theater, Inspires Others: Star Student
The pre-teen works diligently at violin, as well as ballet, and volunteers her time at local theater productions to help inspire others.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
OFHS Senior A Dedicated Volunteer, 'Lifts Everyone Up': Star Student
OFHS senior and soccer player Nolan leads by a strong example. He's a dedicated athlete and percussionist, as well as active volunteer.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Police Department Earns Highest Level of Accreditation
OPPD underwent an intense review of department policies, procedures, management, operations and support services to earn the accreditation.
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Manhattan, IL|News|
Manhattan To Display 'Moving Wall' Veterans Memorial
The wall will be in Manhattan from June 30–July 5.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland PD Giving Out Steering Wheel Locks For Kia Owners
The steering wheel locks are to help prevent theft of Kia vehicles during a trend in thefts.
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Tinley Park|News|
State Rep. Pushes Legislation To Get Village Mental Health Center Land
Rep. Tim Ozinga has introduced two bills aimed at assisting the Village of Tinley Park in acquiring the Tinley Mental Health Center land.
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Orland Park, IL|News|
4 Men Wanted In Robbery Of Armored Truck In Orland Park: FBI
Three men forced the driver into the truck, robbing it in broad daylight, before fleeing the scene.
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Tinley Park|News|
Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa Coming To Tinley Park This Summer
Tinley Park's Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre will be one of 33 stops on the "High School Reunion Tour."
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