Saturday: Warmer with some sun, with a high of 77 and low of 58 degrees.
Sunday: Clouds giving way to sun, temps: high: 71, low: 61.
Monday: Warm; breezy in the morning, with a high of 81 and low of 62 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Lydia Gonzalez prepares for retirement after 33 years at Highland Park High School (lakecountygazette.com) — Highland Park High School is preparing to say goodbye to longtime PE teacher and coach Lydia Gonzalez, who will retire after 33 years of service. Known for her early mornings, late nights supervising athletics, and leadership in Link Crew, she's praised by colleagues and students for building community and helping athletes and freshmen feel they truly belong.
• Patch's Best 2026 Halloween Yard Haunts: Lake and McHenry Counties (patch.com) — Highland Park families can stroll the Green Bay Trail behind 1356 St. John's Ave to see Kitty's Bone-a-Palooza, a growing skeleton-filled Halloween display that's become a local fall favorite. With dozens of life-sized skeletons in playful scenes, it's designed to be spooky but not scary, drawing kids, caregivers, and cyclists from across the area.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
North Suburban YMCA Hosts First-Ever Craft Fair on November 29 —North Suburban YMCA Read on Patch
I was in line at the grocery store today and the guy in front of me suddenly realized he couldn't find his wallet. He was checking every pocket and nobody behind him got impatient. Someone actually told him not to worry and take his time. Turns out he left it in… (Nextdoor Sunset Park)
This beauty has been roaming the Jewett park area for apparently a month now. I noticed her last night at my mom's who is by Jewett. I fed and watered her. Definitely could not get close enough. She/he's smart. Came over by the… (Nextdoor Highland Park Lake)
Wendy's posted a job opening for Team Member * in Highland Park. Apply here.
Quest Food Management Services posted a job opening for Food Service Worker I in Highland Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Highland Park here.
Medical Devices LP Market Forecast to 2035: Aging Demographics and Chronic Disease Prevalence to Drive Growth (indexbox.io)
Chicago-Area Jewish Community Marks 3 Years Since Oct. 7 Attack (internewscast.com)
Lake Forest
Lake Forest Council Approves 3-Unit Condo Building On Oakwood Avenue (patch.com)
Winnetka
Winnetka's North Shore Country Day Honors 'Family Guy' Showrunner Richard Appel At Homecoming Reunion (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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