🌱 Patch AM: Holiday Craft Show and 14 more events

Coming up: Annual Spaghetti Dinner on the Homer Glen Patch calendar

Special Tribute Concert to ZZ TOP & GENESIS/PHIL COLLINS

RECYCLER "ZZ Top Tribute" & FACE VALUE "Genesis/Phil Collins Tribute" concert - Friday, Nov. 20th at 7pm at the Joliet Museum!

Obituary: Debra Lyn Anhalt (nee Kooyenga)

Debbie, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother passes away at the age of 54 surrounded by her loving family.

🌱 Patch AM: Homer Glen fire station renamed to honor 53 years of service

Spotted on the Homer Glen calendar: NL VFW Presents: An ADULT HALLOWEEN PARTY with SIDE EFFECTS, Saturday. No Cover Public Welcome 21+

Lockport Man Charged With Unauthorized Recording Of Teenager, Warrant Issued: Police

The man recorded the teenager entering and exiting the shower, police said.

100+ Women Who Care donate to the Will County 4-H Youth Foundation

100+ Women Who Care of Will County had their “big check” presentation donating $10,000 to the Will County 4-H Youth Foundation.

🌱 Patch AM: Fire Station Named After Former Homer Township Chief After 53 Years Of Service

You won’t want to miss Spaghetti Fundraiser on the Homer Glen Patch calendar

Obituary: Penelope Louise Caruso (nee Lale)

Penny's kind spirit, welcoming personality, bright smile, and the fun and laughter she brought to everyone will be deeply missed.

Fire Station Named After Former Homer Township Chief After 53 Years Of Service

Ken Fijan joined the District in August 1973 as a volunteer firefighter, later becoming fire chief and eventually serving on the fire board.

Providence Life Services Invests in Advanced Dementia Care Training

We believe that all affected by this condition deserve the best care, and to have a full and enriched life.

🌱 Patch AM: Homer Glen Sets Halloween 2026 Trick-Or-Treating Hours

Also, don’t miss Pint Knight on the Homer Glen Patch calendar

Obituary: Nicholas “Nick” Amatulli

Rest peacefully, Nick. Your final inning may have come, but your love and legacy will live on forever.

Homer Glen Sets Halloween 2026 Trick-Or-Treating Hours

In Homer Glen, the official trick-or-treat hours are 2 to 7 p.m.

🌱 Patch AM: Did your child visit Bengtson’s? Watch for these E. coli warning signs

Coming up on the Homer Glen Patch calendar: Pint Knight

Lockport's Christmas In The Square Returns

Also: the Mistletoe Market and Cookie Walk is set for this holiday season.

Obituary: Loretta V. Affinito (nee Aprilo)

Rexie leaves behind a legacy of cherished memories and a life well lived at the remarkable age of 1oo years old.

Deadline quickly approaching for October Preserve the Moment photo contest

Pictures taken in Will County forest preserves eligible for prizes

🌱 Patch AM: What health officials are finding in Homer Glen’s pumpkin farm E. coli probe

Coming up: Pint Knight on the Homer Glen Patch calendar

Obituary: Jean D. Grills (nee Hungerford)

Jean will be remembered for her strong personality, her love for her family, and many special memories.

Obituary: Katherine Ann (Murphy) Hacker

A life filled with compassion, faith, family, and a love for animals.

Obituary: Marilyn Arellano

Graduate with the first graduating class from Joliet West H.S. passes away at age 79.

Lockport Football Advances To First Round Of Playoffs

LTHS defeated Stevenson in the opening round.

🌱 Patch AM: What Homer Glen visitors to Bengtson’s should do after the E. coli scare

You won’t want to miss Pint Knight on the Homer Glen Patch calendar

Obituary: Shelby Jean Matuszewski

Thoughtful by nature, she loved staying in touch by mail.

Obituary: Sherry Raye Jones

To know Sherry was to know unconditional love.

2027 nature calendar sales benefit Forest Preserve District of Will County

Proceeds go to The Nature Foundation of Will County, which funds Forest Preserve priorities

Petting Zoo Closed After E. Coli Investigation At Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm

"Out of an abundance of caution, we closed our petting zoo as soon as we were contacted, and it will stay closed until further notice."

1 Person Injured After House Fire In Lockport Township: Fire District

The house had significant damage from the fire, and is uninhabitable, fire officials said.

Obituary: Perry Rudman

His life remains reflected in the people and causes he served, and in the enduring difference made by a man who believed in helping others.

Hadley Middle School Earns Governor's Blue Ribbon Award

The school earned recognition for closing achievement gaps.

Obituary: Irene B. Gordan

Irene’s greatest accomplishment was that she passed on her Catholic Faith to her three boys and 16 grandchildren.

Obituay: Lisa Beliles

Integrity Revenue Manager at Rush Copley Medical Center passes away.

Obituary: Patrick Bernard Dillon

Active member of the Suburban Aero Club passes away at the age of 86.

Lockport Township High School To Play In Opening Round Of IHSA Class 8A Football Playoffs

Lockport will play Stevenson at home on Friday.

Obituary: Christine Marie Palacios

She had a way of making the world feel a little more welcoming and her kind spirit will remain a source of comfort and inspiration.

Lockport VFW Auxiliary Holds Fall Craft Show

The Auxiliary is also still looking for vendors for the show.

Obituary: Judith A. Menke

Judy lived a remarkable life filled with world travels, quiet elegance, cherished family memories, and unforgettable cinnamon rolls.

Obituary: Doris J. (McDermott) Lonergan

She was generous to everyone, and no one left her home without an invitation to “come back when you can stay longer.”

Special Tribute Concert to ZZ TOP & GENESIS/PHIL COLLINS

RECYCLER "ZZ Top Tribute" & FACE VALUE "Genesis/Phil Collins Tribute" concert - Friday, Nov. 20th at 7pm at the Joliet Museum!

Obituary: Joane J. Suma

Joane retired at the age of 81 after 40 years in communications.