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2 Men Shot in Brunswick Zone Attack
Romeoville police say the incident may be gang-related but they do not know if the victims, one from Joliet and the other from Lockport, were targeted.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Jessi, a 4-Month-Old English Setter, Available for Adoption
Jessi is available for adoption from the Humane Haven Animal Shelter in Bolingbrook.
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4-Month-Old Gray Kitten Needs a Home
Dean, a male kitten, is available from Humane Haven Animal Shelter.
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Death of Bolingbrook HS Grad Joshua Ramza Still a Mystery
Visitation for Romeoville resident Joshua Ramza will take place Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. in Naperville.
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When Can I File My 2012 Tax Return?
The IRS has announced a delayed start to the 2012 tax filing season. Here's the date of when you can file, plus some locations in Bolingbrook to get help on your taxes.
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Potassium Cyanide Found in Woodridge Condo
A condominium building in Woodridge was evacuated Thursday after authorities discovered potassium cyanide in one of the units.
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Snow Predicted for Bolingbrook
The National Weather Service says up to three inches of snow could fall Thursday night.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
2 Men Shot in Brunswick Zone Attack
Romeoville police say the incident may be gang-related but they do not know if the victims, one from Joliet and the other from Lockport, were targeted.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
2 Men Shot in Romeoville Brunswick Zone Attack
Romeoville police say the incident may be gang-related but they do not know if the victims, one from Joliet and the other from Lockport, were targeted.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
When Can I File My 2012 Tax Return?
The IRS has announced a delayed start to the 2012 tax filing season. Here's the date of when you can file, plus some locations in Bolingbrook to get help on your taxes.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Student Sings at Presidential Inauguration Concert
Brooks Middle School seventh-grader Torian Williams sang with the 40-member youth gospel choir the Soul Children of Chicago at Saturday's Presidential Inauguration Kids' Concert.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Valentine's Day Dance to Benefit Relay for Life
Enjoy a four-course dinner, dancing and more at the Bolingbrook Golf Club on Feb. 16. All proceeds will be donated to Bolingbrook Relay for Life teams.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook School Psychologist Named State Practitioner of the Year
Mary Wurster, school psychologist at Jonas Salk Elementary School, was recently named the Illinois School Psychologist Association's Ted Smith Practitioner of the Year Award.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook High School Pack-the-Place Night: Support Girls and Boys Basketball
Bolingbrook High School will host the first of its Pack-the-Place Nights on Tuesday, Jan. 29.
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Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital Celebrates Fifth Anniversary
Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital officials said at the anniversary ceremony the hospital has only begun its journey.
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iPhones Stolen from BRAC Basketball Courts: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
iPhone sale turns into theft, reckless driving and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of Jan. 13.
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Theft from Kohl's, Disorderly Conduct: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Driving under the influence, speeding and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of Jan. 12.
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Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital Celebrates Fifth Anniversary
Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital officials said at the anniversary ceremony the hospital has only begun its journey.
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Rep. Bill Foster Votes For Republican Proposal To Raise Debt Ceiling
Congressman Bill Foster, who represents the 11th District, voted for the proposal and said the nation needs a "long-term solution to address the national debt."
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Brooks Student Sings at Obama's Presidential Inauguration Kids' Concert
Brooks Middle School seventh-grader Torian Williams sang with the 40-member youth gospel choir the Soul Children of Chicago at Saturday's Presidential Inauguration Kids' Concert.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff