Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Plan Ahead for Paczki Day in Bolingbrook
For many, Fat Tuesday is not complete without this fried dough Polish treat.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
- Plainfield, IL
I grew up in Darien and graduated from Downers Grove South in 2006.
I became a journalist because I love to learn new things and connect with new people.
I graduated from Northwestern University in 2010 with a bachelor's and master's degree in journalism.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Man Charged with Child Pornography
A 31-year-old Bolingbrook man was indicted on five counts of possession of child pornography Thursday.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
UPDATED: Bolingbrook Church One Step Closer to Moving into Former Walgreens
The village of Bolingbrook plan commission voted unanimously Wednesday to approve a special use permit for Ultimate Faith Christian Center to turn the former Walgreens into a church.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Jane Addams to Play in Boys State Basketball Quarterfinal
Janes Addams Middle School won its sectional game Wednesday and will play in the state quarterfinal on Saturday.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Five Bolingbrook HS Football Players Sign College Letters of Intent
Bolingbrook High School students will play at the University of Illinois, the University of Central Missouri, Culver-Stockton College and the University of Wyoming.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Defending Will County Spelling Champ Wins Valley View District Spelling Bee, Again
Humphrey Middle School eighth-grader Kim Belser won the Valley View School District 365U Spelling Bee Tuesday.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Man Charged with Punching Holiday Inn Employee: Bolingbrook Police
Hit and run, theft from Best Buy, DUI and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of Jan. 26 to 27.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Job Central: LubePros, Petco, New York Life, Portillo's
Job-searching? Check out these recent posts for jobs in the Bolingbrook area.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
18-Year-Old Pedestrian Pinned Underneath Car: Bolingbrook Fire Officials
An 18-year-old pedestrian was hit by a car at Ashbury Avenue and Boughton Road in Bolingbrook Tuesday night and pinned underneath, according to Bolingbrook fire officials.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
18-Year-Old Pedestrian Pinned Underneath Car: Bolingbrook Fire Officials
An 18-year-old pedestrian was hit by a car at Ashbury Avenue and Boughton Road in Bolingbrook Tuesday night and pinned underneath, according to Bolingbrook fire officials.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Saturday Mail Delivery Will End, U.S. Postal Service Announces
The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. Speak out: How will this affect you?
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
A Bolingbrook Love Story: Chuck and Peggy Danhof
In honor of Valentine's Day and in remembrance of Chuck Danhof, read the backstory of this accomplished Bolingbrook couple.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Car Crash Shuts Down Boughton Road
Preliminary reports to the Bolingbrook crash suggested someone may have been pinned in one of the cars.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Church Pastor: 'We're Not a Threat to Anyone'
The pastor and founder of Ultimate Faith Christian Center in Bolingbrook addresses concerns his church would invite "drug addicts, ex-cons and the homeless" to the community.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
DUI's, Theft from Meijer: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Driving under the influence, thefts and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of Jan. 18-25.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Teen Robbed at Gunpoint After Refusing to Buy Drugs: Bolingbrook Police
The armed robbery was reported to the Bolingbrook Police Department on Jan. 24.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Park District to Host Winterfest Feb. 16
Enjoy free activities at Hidden Oaks Nature Center at this event presented by Bolingbrook Park District and Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Man Claims to be Stabbed in Chicago
A 22-year-old man from Bolingbrook said he was stabbed following an argument outside a Chicago bar.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Jane Addams Wins 8th Grade Boys Regional Basketball Title
Jane Addams Middle School's boys basketball team beat Jefferson Jr. High School Jan. 31 to take the regional titel.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
3 Bolingbrook HS Students Win Regional Wrestling Championships
Four Valley View School District 365U wrestlers and three Bolingbrook High School students won individual IHSA regional championships Saturday.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
