Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Schools’ Family Fitness Night Jan. 14 at the BRAC
Jamic McGee and Independence Elementary Schools, Jane Addams Middle School and Bolingbrook High School are hosting the event.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
- Plainfield, IL
I grew up in Darien and graduated from Downers Grove South in 2006.
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I graduated from Northwestern University in 2010 with a bachelor's and master's degree in journalism.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Missing Teen Found SAFE in DeKalb
Courtney Jean Arp, the 15-year-old Lockport teen who has been missing since Jan. 6, was found safe in DeKalb early Sunday morning.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Football: Omar Stover Commits to University of Wyoming
Bolingbrook High School running back Omar Stover made a written commitment to the University of Wyoming last week.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View Electoral Board to Review Objections to Two School Board Candidates
The Valley View electoral board will meet Monday to review objections to the school board petitions of two candidates: Ron Doweidt and Robert Vandiver.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
New Year's Eve Fireworks, Theft, Air Rifles: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Theft during a Craigslist transaction, battery and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of Dec. 31 to Jan. 2.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Avoid the Flu: Tips, Symptoms and Where to Get Flu Shots
The influenza virus is hitting hard this year and cases are at an all time high. Find out hot to stay healthy.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Naperville Man Found Dead in Jewel-Osco Parking Lot: Bolingbrook Police
Bolingbrook police responded to Jewel-Osco Tuesday night to help locate a person who was thought to be suicidal, according to reports.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Sale of Jewel-Osco Part of $3.3 Billion Deal, Could Mean Lower Prices
Supervalu announced Thursday it was selling Jewel-Osco and four other grocery store chains.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Carjacker on the Run: Man who Allegedly Stole Car at Gunpoint Still Missing
DuPage County prosecutors hope to try Michael Buhrman, 31, of Coal City, in absentia. They say he has possibly fled the country.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Fight Reported at Hampton Inn: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Domestic battery, theft and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of Dec. 30.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
100 Teddy Bears Donated to Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital
The Egypt Cancer Network and the National Arab American Medical Association donated more than 100 teddy bears to Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital Jan. 2.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View's Autism Room Explores Senses
Activity stations let students get in touch with their feelings and "relax or blow off some steam," occupational therapist Stephanie Raynor says.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Sale of Jewel-Osco Part of $3.3 Billion Deal, Could Mean Lower Prices
Supervalu announced Thursday it was selling Jewel-Osco and four other grocery store chains.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
2013 Oscar Nominations: Where to See Them near Bolingbrook
Lincoln, Zero Dark Thirty, Silver Linings Playbook and more great films were nominated for Best Picture. See all of the nominations and find out where and when they'll be in Bolingbrook theaters.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Fire Set in Bolingbrook Apartment Stairwell: Police
The incident took place on Christmas Day, according to police.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Missing Lockport Teen Last Seen in Worth
Family turns to social media for help in finding 15-year-old daughter.
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Forest Park, IL|News|
320 Days Without an Inch of Snow in Chicago Breaks Record
The snowless streak has broken a 1940 record of 319 days. No snow is expected in the immediate future.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Church of St. Benedict to Hold Indoor Farmers Market
Just because it's cold out doesn't mean you can't enjoy a farmers market in Bolingbrook.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Four Valley View Teachers Achieve National Board Certification
The teachers work at Oak View, Beverly Skoff and Irene King Elementary Schools and Bolingbrook High School.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook and Romeoville Girl Scout Cookie Contacts: A Comprehensive List
Every troop in Bolingbrook and Romeoville that's selling Girl Scout cookies, plus a delicious app to help you find a cookie seller near you.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
