St. Coletta’s of Illinois relaunches bakery job training program with Dignity in Pay grant support

Coletta’s Crossing Bakery to sell cookies and other goodies

Homewood's Holiday Shopping Promo Sees $30K Spent Among 21 Local Businesses: Village

The Unwrap Homewood campaign started in November as a way to encourage residents and visitors to shop locally this holiday season.

Flossmoor Seeking Volunteers, Donations For 11th Day Of Service

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service will be held Monday, Jan. 19.

Homewood Police Chief To Retire After Three Decades With Department: Village

Police Chief Denise McGrath's last day is Friday, Jan. 9.

Homewood Launches Community Emergency Response Team Program

CERT trains residents in disaster preparedness, fire safety, light search and rescue, disaster medical operations and team organization.

Flossmoor Seeking Project Hosts For 11th Annual Day of Service

The annual Day of Service is set for Monday, Jan. 19. Community orgs, businesses, government agencies, neighbors invited to host projects.

Homewood Sisters' Sweet Tradition Of Hot Cocoa Stand Back For Its 22nd Year

Sisters Mara and Kayla Winfrey have grown up, but have not outgrown a sweet idea of a hot chocolate stand to benefit Toys For Tots.

Ravisloe Country Club To Celebrate 125th Anniversary: Staff Seeks Past Members, Caddies, Memories

Ravisloe Country will mark 125 years in 2026.

H-F Organization Collecting Dollar Tree Meal Kits, Food Items For Families In Need

Action for a Better Tomorrow is partnering with Homewood and Flossmoor schools on the collection effort running now through Dec. 16.

Mayor Sandra Alexander Hosting Turkey and Thanksgiving Gift Card Giveaway

Mayor Sandra Alexander: “Everyone deserves a joyful holiday season."

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Chicago Announces $2,000 Giving Tuesday Match

Give Hope a Home. Because Everyone Deserves One.

Zhamarius Wooten, 14, is Glenwood Academy’s Student of the Month

Wooten is a current student at Marian Catholic High School, and formerly attended, and currently lives at Glenwood Academy

H-F Park District Receives Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency Award

The recognition "affirms our commitment to upholding the highest standards" in its operations, the park district said.

St. Coletta’s of Illinois Honors William “Bill” Rybak with Humanitas Award

Decades of dedication and leadership continue to support individuals with developmental disabilities

Homewood Fire Department To Install Smoke Detectors For Seniors For Free

The Be Alarmed! program will distribute up to two, free 10-year concealed battery smoke alarms to Homewood residents who are 60 and older.

Flossmoor Veterans’ Memorial Aims To Raise $5K On Giving Tuesday, Debuts Historic Insulators For Sale

Giving Tuesday is Dec. 2. The org will sell 50 telegraph pole insulators, etched with the FVM logo and packaged in a keepsake box.

Flossmoor Veterans' Memorial And Beyond Borders Cafe Host Tribute To Local Veterans

The café and local org. will hold an event sharing the stories of those who have inspired the Flossmoor Wall of Honor.

Village Of Flossmoor, Library & Park District Partnering In Food Drive To Stock Township Pantries

Donations accepted at specified sites Nov. 11–19.

'Wonderful Example Of Love': Flossmoor Couple Celebrates 50 Years Of Marriage, Family Honors Their Love

Lynn and Keith Schallmo met by chance working at a hospital, but it's taken love, commitment and resilience to hit 50 years.

H-F Racquet & Fitness Club To Host Open House

The open house is set for Sunday, Nov. 16 from 12 to 4 p.m.

Documentary On Selective Mutism Anxiety Disorder Screening At Homewood Library

The film addresses the anxiety disorder impacting kids in social settings.

Generosity brings new outdoor pavilion to St. Coletta’s of Illinois

Jean R. Leavengood honored as donors and participants gather to celebrate a space that enhances programs and community

Homewood's Farmers Market Ranks 2nd In State: Village

The VIllage announced the market finished 2nd in the 2025 America’s Farmers Market Celebration for Illinois markets.

Flossmor Veterans' Memorial Vets' Time Machine To Be Featured At Regional History Conference

The organization will present at the conference Friday, Oct. 31.

Cancer Support Center To Host Annual Pink-A-Boo Walk Of Hope In Homewood

The walk is set for Sunday, Oct. 12, and includes a 5K, 1 mile, and a special 10-Step Survivor Walk at Homewood's Irwin Park.

Fall Fest brings fun, laughter and community spirit to St. Coletta’s

Inflatable games, pumpkin decorating and new pavilion make this year’s celebration extra special

Flossmoor Recyclepalooza Returns Saturday, Sept. 27

The event is held in the parking lot of Parker Junior High.

It's A Bug Story, Baby Just Say 'Yes': Homewood's 'Cicada Era' Campaign Wins National Award

Village of Homewood wins Silver Circle Award for "fun, culturally relevant campaign" that shared facts about cicadas.

Runners Take To Flossmoor Streets For Hidden Gem Half-Marathon

The race takes place Saturday, Sept. 6 on roads throughout Flossmoor neighborhoods.

Homewood's Fall Fest Heats Up With Chili, Artisan Goods, Live Music And Family Fun

The town favorite returns Saturday, Oct. 11 to Martin Avenue and Kroner Road.

Ryan Kowalis wins Lexus Champions for Charity Raffle at Kennedy Golf Outing

Off to Pebble Beach in December to represent St. Coletta’s of Illinois

Teeing up hope, one swing at a time

36th Annual Kennedy Golf Outing brings community together for a day of giving and friendly competition to support life-changing programs

Homewood Farmers Market Expands And Celebrates Seniors With Free Ice Cream

Shoppers aged 55 and older will get a free scoop. Browse more vendors, ready-to-eat food options. First 50 seniors get free tote bag.

Flossmoor National Night Out, Touch-A-Truck Set For August 5

The event will feature the Flossmoor police, fire, and public works departments partnering for community engagement.

Homewood Police Officer Revs Up For A Good Cause In Torch Run Five-O Race

Homewood PD's Ken Norbut will hit high speeds for a good cause Saturday, Aug. 2.

Kennedy School students launch Personally Styled Fashions for staff

Use items from Toy Box Connection to curate personalized clothing boxes, building real-world skills

Flossmoor Veterans' Memorial Offers Richard Haas Murals Walking Tour

The walking tour will be held Sunday, August 10, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Flossmoor Christmas In July Toy Drive Runs Through July 31

The Flossmoor Community Relations Commission is running its toy drive through the end of the month.

Rock & Revel Market Brings Art, Oddities To Historic Quarry Ballroom in Thornton

The market features 30 vendors and makes its debut Saturday, July 12.

Flossmoor Police Department Names Next Deputy Chief

Flossmoor Sgt. Douglas Merkle has been named as the next deputy chief. He'll be sworn in July 21.