Homer Glen Resident Helps To Provide Holiday Joy For Veterans

Karen Szynkowski worked with local police and fire officials to begin the Heroes Helping Heroes program that gives gift cards to local vets.

New 'Winter Walkers' Hiking Program Begins In January

The free, all-ages walks will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. starting Jan. 6, and ending Feb. 24.

Sensory room creates safe, calming space for those with special needs

St. Coletta’s of Illinois opens sea-themed area to help regulate emotions

Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive nets $1,873 for St. Coletta’s

Developmentally disabled children, adults benefit from community generosity

Homer Glen Holds Annual Coat Drive Through December

Residents can donate clean, new and gently used winter clothing at Village Hall.

Lockport Baker In The Running To Be Next 'Greatest Baker'

Megan DiCaro, who owns the recently opened Springview Sweets in Lockport,​ was nominated for the competition.

Homer Glen Plans Town Center Community Workshop In January

Residents can come see the first draft of concepts for a new town center from 6 to 8 p.m. on Jan. 30.

Blood Drive Planned In Homer Glen On Dec. 16

Versiti Blood Center of Illinois' mobile bus will be at the event; as of Monday, there are still a few appointments available.

Immerse Yourself In History With Joliet, Marquette Adventure

Sign up for a quest on Dec. 28 at Isle a la Cache Museum. Examine maps, choose supplies and go on a journey of exploration!

Hometown Heroes Banner Program Offered In Homer Glen

The banners will be displayed for two years, from Memorial Day to Veterans Day.

Support the Society of St Vincent de Paul Chicago this #GivingTuesday

You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you. – John Bunyan

St. Coletta’s serves up lesson with turkey and mashed potatoes

Culinary arts students learn to plan, prepare Thanksgiving feast for 100 guests

Fund Created For 'Greatest Mom', Homer Glen Victim Of Murder-Suicide

A GoFundMe created by Jacquelyn's family​ has already raised $28,000, as of Wednesday.

Homer Glen Postpones Town Center Community Workshop

It will be rescheduled to a later date.

Homer Glen Town Center Community Workshop Planned

The workshop will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 28, at the Village Hall, 14240 W. 151st St. ​

Lockport Teen Publishes First Novel

Josiah Posey was only 15 when he started writing his first book, "The Theatrical Tragedy."

LTHS Central Students Remain In Remote Learning Until Nov. 15

LTHS District 205 is readying to move its freshmen students to Lincoln-Way North High School.

Chicago Bears Surprise Homer Glen Pediatric Cancer Survivor

Ava Perakis and her family will be VIP guests at the Bears game on Thursday.

Forest Preserve District of Will County 2024 Dog Park Permits On Sale

Permits can be used at all six off-leash dog parks, including Messenger Marsh in Homer Township, and they're good from now through 2024.

Young Mom Of 3 Dies After Battle With Aggressive Cancer

Elizabeth Curtner, 34, died on Oct. 19, her sister told Patch.

Ground Broken On Springs At Lockport Project

The property is located at the northeast corner of 159th Street and Adelmann Drive.

Homer Library Plans Expansion Grand Opening Celebration

The library will celebrate its new expansions from Nov. 13 to Nov. 18 with several festivities.

Homer Glen Trick Or Treating Hours For 2023

In Homer Glen, the Village has set trick or treating hours for 2 to 7:30 p.m. on Halloween.

Homer Township Offers Low-Cost Pet Vaccine Clinic

The clinic will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 6 at Town Hall, 16057 S. Cedar Road.

Homer Library Plans Fall Craft Fair On Oct. 14

The event will feature over 50 vendors.

Homer Glen, Lockport Runners Finish 2023 Chicago Marathon

The 45th edition of the race featured more than 47,000 runners Sunday in Chicago, the most ever finishers in the history of the race.

Lockport 19-Year-Old Is Contestant On 'The Voice'

Minogue performed "Lay Me Down" by Sam Smith as her blind audition song on the show.

Halloween Costume Swap Planned At Homer Library

The event will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. at the library, 14320 W. 151st St., on Oct. 9.

Five Homer Glen Businesses Fail Tobacco Compliance Checks

The sheriff's office said that 10 businesses were visited, and five were found to be in violation.

As Mom Of Young Girls Battles Cancer, Local Businesses Step Up

The Tinley Park mom has three daughters, the youngest just six months old.

Lockport Trick Or Treating Hours For Halloween 2023

This year, Oct. 31 falls on a Tuesday.

Homer Library Plans Craft Swap On Saturday

The free craft swap is on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the library, 14320 W. 151st St.

Homer Library Director 'Impacts So Many Lives': Patch Community Leader

See why Homer Library Director Sheree Kozel-La Ha was nominated as a Patch Community Leader.

On October 4th in Homer Glen: `Estate Planning Explained’

In a program hosted by Homer Township Public Library, Dr. Jim Flanagan of Bentron Financial Group covers the process from beginning to end

Preserve Receives Donation For Bike Repair Station

The two bike repair stations will be installed at two trail intersections, including one near Homer Glen.

Victorian Village Awarded First to Earn the Memory Care Certification

Commitment to provide high quality and safe care for people in assisted living communities with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Clean Up Heroes Trail In Honor Of Homer Glen Lands Day

The annual clean-up will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Sept. 30.

Sixth Annual Fundraiser For Homer Glen Nonprofit Planned Saturday

The sixth annual Country Western fundraiser will be held from 3 to 10 p.m. Saturday at Shady Oaks Camp, 16300 S. Parker Road, in Homer Glen.

Lockport Township Fire District Plans Open House

The open house will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at Fire Station No. 6, 19623 Renwick Road, on Oct. 1.

Lockport Special Needs Teacher Is 'Caring, Committed'

See why a Lockport educator was nominated for Patch's Teacher Spotlight program.