🌱 Patch AM: 2026 Concerts on the Green - Outcast Jazz Band and 14 more events

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🌱 Patch AM: Frankfort First Grader Wins Poetry Competition

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Frankfort Resident 'Crashing For A Cause' With Project Fire Buddies

The Frankfort resident, who is a firefighter in Palos, started the Palos Park chapter of Project Fire Buddies.

Obituary: David L. Stephenson

Dave, curious by nature, was intrigued by history and also enjoyed music.

Frankfort First Grader Wins Poetry Competition

The first grade student was one of 39 Illinois student winners of the 10th annual Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Awards.

🌱 Patch AM: Who’s leading this year’s Frankfort Fall Festival parade and when?

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Part Of Northbound La Grange Road Closed In Frankfort: Police

A "construction accident" has closed northbound La Grange at Route 30, police said.

🌱 Patch AM: How Lincoln-Way East students turned a football game into big pantry help

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Obituary: Hildegarde June Schildgen

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passes away at age 86.

Obituary: Raul Gutierrez

Former US Steel employee and Union Secretary loved to entertain and had a great sense of humor.

Hastings announces disaster assistance available to those impacted by summer storms

State Senator Michael E. Hastings is sharing disaster assistance for those affected by the summer storms.

Obituary: Gretchen M. (Grote) Mayall

Her love of learning, devotion to family, and willingness to help others touched countless lives and she will be deeply missed.

🌱 Patch AM: Lincoln-Way East Student Council Collects Over 1,000 Pounds Of Food During Food Drive

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Lincoln-Way East Student Council Collects Over 1,000 Pounds Of Food During Food Drive

The student council food drive was hosted during a Lincoln-Way East home football game.

Free Community Shred Event Planned In Frankfort

Secure, on-site shredding for personal documents will be offered, the Village shared.

🌱 Patch AM: Spaghetti-Eating Contest: Qualifying Round 3 and 13 more events

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Frankfort Fall Fest: What To Know Before You Go

Carnival hours, entertainment schedule and more for the Frankfort Fall Festival.

Frankfort Township To Ask Voters About Illinois Voter ID Laws

Frankfort Township is one of several townships in Will County asking about voter ID laws.

🌱 Patch AM: See the Frankfort home that topped Will County’s sales last week

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Obituary: Carol M. Bates

Her kindness, strength and love will continue to hold her family together for generations.

Obituary: Cheri Lee

A joyful spirit who treasured family, friends, and life’s simple pleasures.

Obituary: Joan Nurczyk

A devoted wife, sister, aunt and friend, Joan found her greatest joy in the people she loved and the family she built.

Neighbor Alert: Suspicious Activity Reported in Sandalwood Neighborhood

Unidentified individual seen loitering near vehicles and houses; residents urged to check security cameras.

Obituary: Trevor J. Wright

A life filled with family, football, and lasting memories gone too soon.

Frankfort Fire District To Ask Voters For Limiting Rate Increase

The referendum will be placed on the Nov. 3 ballot.

Obituary: Kathleen P. Mackowiak (nee Martin)

Kathleen had an amazing memory, a fondness for reading, and a good cup of HOT coffee meant everything to her.

Obituary: Judith M. (Mulvey) Wetherbee

Judith's warmth, steady presence, and caring nature made others feel valued, welcomed, and loved.

Obituary: Charlene Ann Kobe (née Strong)

Charlene Ann Kobe, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 86.

The "Sam's Club" of Public Speaking

How One Frankfort Local is Building Leaders!

Frankfort Park District's Splash Park Closes Sept. 4

The end of splash park season is approaching.

Obituary: Antonio Martinez

Known as El Güero, he will be remembered for his generous heart, love of family and simple joys.

Obituary: Anita C. Bottomley

Anita retired from Bell Realty and Coldwell Banker-Honig Bell after 32 years as a real estate broker

Hastings: Local leadership and state action come together to support storm recovery

Governor issues disaster proclamation following Hastings’ request, county declarations, and visits to hard-hit communities.

Chicago golfer wins trip to Pebble Beach

Charlie Marks wins Lexus Champions for Charity National Championship trip at St. Coletta’s Kennedy Golf Outing

Thief Posing As Candy Salesman Targets Area Businesses: Frankfort Police

Police advised that if you encounter someone soliciting, do not leave a cash register or money unattended.

143 Golfers, One Mission: Creating Possibilities

Sold-out Kennedy Golf Outing raises more than $150,000 to support children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Frankfort's Annual Senior Breakfast Set For Sept. 16

The breakfast includes updates from the Village and a question-and-answer session with staff.

New Restaurant Plans Move Forward In Frankfort

The new restaurant would open in the Brookside Commons Office Centre off of Lincoln Highway.

Obituary: Sharon Lucretia Parker-Love

Recipient of the Lifetime Service Award from the Developmental Disabilities Nurses’ Association will be remembered for her generous spirit.

Live Wires Hamper Firefighters' Efforts After Downed Power Line Sets Frankfort Home On Fire During Storms

A GoFundMe has been created for Tami McKee and her mom, Minnie, who organizers say lost everything in the blaze.