News Nearby: Hollywood Comes to Stone Mountain Park

A film crew is working at the park, which has welcomed movie projects such as "The Three Stooges" before.

Price of Stamps Going Up This Month

The debut of the United States Postal Service's 46-cent Forever stamps brings rate changes on Jan. 27.

Do You Believe Global Warming is Real?

2012 was the hottest year on record in the United States. Scientists say high temperatures were brought on by release of greenhouse gases.

Police Blotter: Burglary, Shoplifting and More in City of Lilburn

Here is a list of recent incidents, Dec. 30 - Jan. 5, from the Lilburn Police Department.

Funeral Arrangements Have Been Made for Doris Amanda Mitchell, 97

Doria Amanda Mitchell, of Lilburn, was a lifelong resident of Gwinnett County.

Volunteering for MLK Day? Send Us Your Story

January 21, 2013 marks the national Martin Luther King Jr holiday. What will you be doing to commemorate it?

Annual 'Birthday Tax' Being Replaced by Title Tax

House Bill 386 removes the sales tax and the annual ad valorem tax on newly purchased vehicles that used to become due on your birthday every year. The new law becomes effective March 1, 2013.

Wells Fargo Robbery Suspects in Jail

Three suspects are in custody following to an armed robbery at a Wells Fargo on Lawrenceville Highway in December.

SafetySmart Lilburn Sponsors Presentation on Drugs in Gwinnett

The special event will be held Jan. 10, 2013.

Patch Partner Success: Consignment Boutique Embraces Competition

Patch Partners recently highlighted New For You Boutique & Consignment for its positive growth in the Lilburn community.

How Much Do You Know About Patch?

Lilburn-Mountain Park Patch has been around for more than two years. It's designed for you to use, are you taking advantage of the full potential of the site?

The Police Blotter (Unincorporated Lilburn), Dec. 28 - Jan. 3

Recent police activity by the Gwinnett County Police Department.

Lilburn Resident's Personal Life Inspires 'No Soliciting' Film

Will Dove is the writer, and an actor, in the film "No Soliciting," which is running at Atlanta's Plaza Theater in January.

Good News for Lilburn Home Owners, Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Extended

Good news comes for struggling homeowners.

Girls' Wrestling Gaining Interest

This school year Parkview High School has had a girl wrestling on the team, making the school one of just a few to have female students participating in this traditionally male sport.

Seasonal Flu Picking Up Across Nation

Georgia is among 29 states and New York City now reporting high incidents of "influenza-like illness." Experts say everyone should get a flu vaccination.

News Nearby: Body of Lawrenceville Man Pulled from Lake Lanier

The body of Robert Armistead, 54, was pulled from the lake Sunday.

Arrest Report: Cruelty to Children, Sexual Battery and More

Recent arrests involving the Lilburn area.

BCS Championship Update: Alabama, Notre Dame Clash Monday

The No. 1 Irish and No. 2 Crimson Tide will decide the national championship in Miami. Share your thoughts.

Restaurant Grades: Know Then Go

Check out recent restaurant health inspections in the Lilburn area.

Atlanta Braves Won't Return to Gwinnett in 2013

The major league team will take its 'Future Stars' game to Mississippi this year.

Sheriff's Deputies Sons to Face Off at Orange Bowl

The sons of two of Gwinnett's finest, one of whom is a Lawrenceville, Ga., will meet on the field as Alabama takes on Notre Dame in the BCS championship game.

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Bring Christmas Trees for Recycling This Month

As part of the "Bring One for the Chipper" program Lilburn residents can drop off trees at local fire stations, and the city's maintenance shop.

Diversity in Congress, Chavez' Cancer and Malala Leaves Hospital

Join the national conversation in the top stories of the week.

Inside the Police Reports: Feeding Stray Cats Leads to Robbery

An evening ride to feed stray cats goes south for one local woman.

Mark Gary Sentencing for Bribery Delayed

Gwinnett developer now scheduled to be sentenced Feb. 28 for bribing former Gwinnett County commissioner Shirley Lasseter.

Movie Review: 'The Impossible' is Intensely Entertaining

In theaters this week, an impossible journey to the core of the human heart in the true life story of a family swept away in one of the worst natural disasters in our lifetime.

New Business Model Urged for Gwinnett Library System

Gwinnett leaders think the libraries are necessary, but with a different approach.

Keep Others Warm, Donate a Coat at Kroger

The 2013 Project Overcoat runs Jan. 5-19.

The Police Blotter: Robbery, Shoplifting and More in City of Lilburn

A list of recent incidents, Dec. 21-29, from the Lilburn Police Department.

Andruw Jones' Wife Files for Divorce

The divorce filing followed a domestic incident between Jones and his wife at their home in unincorporated Duluth. Andruw Jones was charged with battery in the incident.

Looking for a Feline Companion? Visit the Gwinnett County Animal Shelter

There are lots of adorable cats and kittens available for adoption.

Adorable Dogs in Need of a Loving Home

The Gwinnett County Animal Shelter has numerous dogs currently available for adoption.

'Rep. Woodall Should be Held Accountable for Voting Against the Middle Class'

Letter to the Editor: "Congress, without the help of Representative Rob Woodall, finally came together to protect the middle class."

Weird Police News: Eating Evidence, Fighting Over Cigs and Pizza Thievery

Here's what police officers around Northeast Georgia were up against recently

Gwinnett BOC Approves 2013 Budget Amid Signs of Improving Economy

The overall figure of $1.4 billion includes adjustments for such things as SDS-mandated service districts.

City Touts Highlights from 2012

As part of its recent newsletter publication, city officials touted a number of accomplishments from the year 2012.

Gwinnett County Residents See Water, Sewer Rate Increase

The new water rate represents a 3.5 percent increase over last year's rate; the sewer rate is nearly 10 percent higher.

Police Searching for Suspects in Wells Fargo Bank Robbery

Gwinnett County Police Department have identified Marcus Rutledge, 24, and Thomas Birdsong, 41, as two robbery suspects who have yet to be located.