Mokena|News|
Mokena Farm & Barn Fest Set For Saturday
The annual fest will feature an outdoor flea market, activities for children and families, and two free concerts.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
- Mokena, IL
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Manhattan, IL|News|
Volunteers Needed For Manhattan Labor Day Party
The Labor Day Party is scheduled for Sept. 4 at Round Barn Farm.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
State Sen. Michael Hastings Sues Frankfort Over Police Report Leak
Hastings claims the report contains "defamatory statements" and "false claims" of domestic violence made by his estranged wife, Kathleen.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Info Sought In 'Funnel Cake Man' Case | Mobile Memorial | New Top Cop
Plus: CTA Attack Video Released; Would-Be Car Thief Run Over; New Animal Clinic; Give A Dog A Home; More Crumbl Cookies; Obits; more.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Mokena|News|
Top Cop: Brian Benton Named Full-Time Mokena Police Chief
Benton had been serving in the role of interim police chief since August of 2021.
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Mokena|News|
NAWS Pet Of The Week: Poppy
Poppy is a 3-year-old female terrier.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Give A Dog A Home: Ryker
Ryker, a 4-year-old bull terrier mix, has been in Cache Creek Rescue's care for most of his life and is looking for his forever home.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Missing Teen Found: Crest Hill Police
A teen who was last seen in Joliet has been found.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Gas Prices Update: Frankfort Prices Hover Above $4 Per Gallon
Gas prices stayed under $5 for the third week in a row in and around Frankfort. Here's a look at where to find the cheapest gas around.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
Gas Prices Update: Manhattan Prices Hover Above $4 Per Gallon
Gas prices stayed under $5 for the third week in a row in and around Manhattan. Here's a look at where to find the cheapest gas around.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Mokena|News|
Gas Prices Update: Mokena Prices Hover Above $4 Per Gallon
Gas prices stayed under $5 for the third week in a row in and around Mokena. Here's a look at where to find the cheapest gas around.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Gas Prices Update: New Lenox Prices Hover Around $4 Per Gallon
Gas prices stayed under $5 for the third week in a row in and around New Lenox. Here's a look at where to find the cheapest gas around.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Village Of New Lenox: RELAX – 5 Tips To Master Anxiety
In RELAX, participants learn five strategies to master anxiety and stress.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Mokena|News|
West Nile Virus Found In Mosquito In Mokena: Officials
The Will County Health Department announced the finding Friday. It's the second reported case in Mokena of a mosquito carrying the virus.
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Mokena|News|
Trial Tuesday For Will Co. Deputy Charged With Disorderly Conduct
The case stems from a December incident at St. Mary Catholic School in Mokena.
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Mokena|News|
Wow House: Resort-Style Living In Awe Inspiring Mokena Mansion
This beautiful Mokena estate is up for sale.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
New Lenox Fire Protection District Accepting Applications
The application deadline is Sept. 8.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Severe Storms In New Lenox Leave Downed Trees, Power Lines In Wake
The storm that passed through the area Wednesday was brief, but the damage it left behind will be long lasting for some New Lenox residents.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
New L-W Central Principal Back Where It All Began
Beth McNamara graduated from the New Lenox high school in 2000. She's now the principal of her alma mater.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Village Board OKs Deal To Sell Off Water Services In Part Of Frankfort
The $1.4M deal would give control of water and wastewater systems and services from the Village of Frankfort to Aqua Illinois, Inc.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
