Tinley Park, IL|News|
New Warming Shelter In Tinley Park Opens
The facility is now open for public use at the Oak Park Avenue train station, Tinley Park officials confirmed.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
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Oak Forest, IL|News|
Reverse 911 Notifications In Oak Forest Replaced With New System
In the past, the City of Oak Forest has reached out to citizens via Reverse 911 calls. This has changed to a new system called Everbridge.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
'Little Skate Library' Opens At Flossmoor Park
Come out to Flossmoor Park and check out its Little Skate Library, stocked with a variety of different sized skates available for free use.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Help Someone In Need: Donate Blood In Homewood On MLK Day
The Versiti blood Drive will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 18 in Homewood.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park Mayor: 'I Strongly Oppose The Defund Police Bill'
"Let’s be clear, the supporters of this bill believe that criminals should be protected from law abiding citizens," the mayor said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
New Orland Park Driver Services Reopens In New Location
The new Orland Park driver services location is at 14807 S. Ravinia Ave. and is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
New Candidates For Orland Township Supervisor, Trustees Announced
The Orland Residents for Responsible Government announced its candidates Monday. Scott R. Kaspar, will run for township supervisor.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Chicago Heights Student Takes Part In Intensive Business Seminar
Knox College's annual seminar introduces students like, Khadijah Clark of Chicago Heights, to the business world.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Stuart Lewis Deniston, 79, Formerly Of Flossmoor Passes Away
Stuart Lewis Deniston recently passed away peacefully from complications caused by Lewy body dementia and Parkinson's.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sussex County To Open Coronavirus Vaccination Site
The coronavirus vaccination site will be held at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, located at 37 Plains Rd. in Augusta, starting Jan. 14.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany Mayor’s ‘State Of The Township’ Address: Highlights
From tackling the coronavirus pandemic to improving the police department, Parsippany's mayor discussed several key issues.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Interested In Boating Safety? Sparta Course Schedule Announced
Although it may be cold outside, now is the time to take advantage of getting your New Jersey boating safety certificate.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Hackettstown, NJ|News|
WWII Vet In Hackettstown Celebrates 93rd Birthday
Born in 1928, Fred Miller celebrated his milestone birthday with the Hackettstown Police Department and the Hackettstown Fire Department.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Chester Police Handled Over 3,100 Incidents Last Month
"Recently, we have dealt with countless thefts and burglaries in various areas of town," Chester police said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Parsippany, NJ|News|
Rep. Mikie Sherrill Calls For President Donald Trump's Removal
"The president is unable to discharge the powers and duties of his office," Rep. Sherrill said in a statement.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Hopatcong Police To Host 'Coffee With A Cop' Saturday
The Hopatcong Police Dept. will host "Coffee With A Cop" at the Hopatcong Company #4 Firehouse from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Hackettstown, NJ|News|
Hackettstown Extends Business Food Licenses Through End Of Year
“The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on all businesses, and we don’t want to further impact them," Hackettstown's mayor said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Jefferson Officials: Wildwood Road Closed Through Friday
Residents can utilize Laurel Drive as a detour during road closures, Jefferson Township police said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Online Pet Registration Now Available In Jefferson
If you're a Jefferson resident, signing up is easy!
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Free Cancer Screenings Available To Mendham-Chester Residents
Atlantic Health System is currently offering free cancer screenings for people in Mendham and Chester without insurance.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
