Compassionate Funeral Service and Cremation Provider

Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory

Our staff is here to help you through a difficult time and to help ease the burden of a stressful situation. We are knowledgeable in every aspect of funeral services, including the different types of burial, cremation, memorial services and life celebrations. Our philosophy is to honor you and your family with compassion and respect, and provide comfort and care during a difficult time.

Will County

John Ferak

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Joliet

Illinois

Our staff is here to help you through a difficult time and to help ease the burden of a stressful situation. We are knowledgeable in every aspect...

Become a Volunteer Meal Driver: Just 2 Hours a Week

Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois

For thousands of older adults across Illinois, a knock at the door is more than just a food delivery—it is a vital lifeline. At Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois (MOWFNI), we are dedicated to helping our senior neighbors live independently, safely, and with dignity in the homes they love. We achieve this through nutritious food, wellness checks, and the power of human connection, but we cannot do it alone. The Power of Our Volunteers Our volunteers are the heartbeat of MOWFNI. If you have just two hours a week to spare, you can make a profound difference. Delivering meals fits seamlessly into a midday routine or lunch break. As a volunteer driver, you do far more than hand over a meal; you provide a friendly smile, a warm conversation, and a crucial safety check for a senior who might not see anyone else that day. We offer flexible scheduling that allows you to volunteer weekly, monthly, or as part of a team with coworkers or friends. Our Core Programs: Home-Delivered Meals: We provide hot, medically tailored, and nutritious meals delivered directly to the doorsteps of those who cannot cook or shop for themselves. Community Cafes: Beyond home delivery, our vibrant Community Cafes offer a welcoming space for active older adults to gather, enjoy a delicious lunch, socialize, and build meaningful friendships that combat senior isolation. Make a Local Impact Today When you support or volunteer with MOWFNI, you are directly investing in the health and happiness of older adults right here in our neighborhood. Whether you are looking to give back during retirement, connect with your community, or get your local business involved in a meaningful cause, there is a place for you in our volunteer family. Join us in delivering more than a meal. Visit mowfni.org/volunteer-sign-up to fill out a brief volunteer application, or call us today to learn how you can start changing lives—one hour, one smile, and one senior at a time.

Andrea Earnest

Bolingbrook

For thousands of older adults across Illinois, a knock at the door is more than just a food delivery—it is a vital lifeline. At Meals on Wheels for...

Naperville’s Own Award-Winning Auto & Work Injury Advocates

Marker Law, LLC

Marker Law proudly serves Naperville and the greater Chicagoland area, providing experienced, results-driven representation in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Founded by attorney Jason Marker, the firm is built on a simple mission: to stand up for injured individuals and guide them through difficult moments with clarity, compassion, and strength. What sets Marker Law apart is its hands-on, client-first approach. Every client works directly with an experienced attorney from start to finish, receiving clear guidance, honest communication, and personalized attention—never left wondering what comes next. While no one can undo the harm caused by an accident, Marker Law is committed to securing maximum financial recovery while helping clients access medical care and return to normalcy. As Mr. Marker says, “We are in the business of putting lives back together.” The firm understands recovery is both physical and financial, helping connect clients with trusted medical providers—even without insurance or immediate resources—so they can focus on healing while the legal team handles the case. With over 25 years of experience, Jason Marker brings valuable insight from his early career representing insurance companies. He now uses that knowledge to anticipate defense strategies and fight for maximum results. The firm has recovered millions for clients and maintains a 97% win rate. Marker Law handles car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, workplace injuries, slip and falls, and other negligence claims. The firm is well known among insurance companies, defense attorneys, and judges. In 2023, Mr. Marker received the AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, recognizing the highest level of professional excellence. Consultations are free, and there are no fees unless compensation is recovered. Call 33-INJURED or visit Marker Law on social media to learn more.

DuPage County

Lisa Marie Farver

Naperville

Marker Law proudly serves Naperville and the greater Chicagoland area, providing experienced, results-driven representation in personal injury and...

Kobi's Massage Therapist 

Joliet Spring Massage Special: Release Winter Tension &amp; Reset Your Body Spring Reset for Your Body 🌿 Release. Restore. Realign. Winter tension doesn’t belong in your body anymore. Step into spring feeling lighter, looser, and recharged.Spring Renewal Massage Special ✨ 120 Minutes – $140 (Regular $175) New Clients Welcome! Your body has been carrying stress, tightness, and fatigue all winter long. This season, give yourself permission to reset. ✔ Relieve muscle tension ✔ Improve circulation ✔ Boost energy &amp; mood ✔ Reconnect with your body This isn’t just a massage — it’s your spring reset. Appointments Available for Joliet residents &amp; Surrounding Areas 👉 Book Now: https://www.massagebook.com/KMT/massage/deals/New-Client-Special/186056 📅 Limited Spring Availability

Joliet Spring Massage Special: Release Winter Tension & Reset Your Body Spring Reset for Your Body 🌿 Release. Restore. Realign. Winter tension...

Chicken-N-Spice

Chicken-N-Spice is known for our fabulous Chicken Chunks, they are 3 oz pieces of always fresh never frozen chicken Breast that is marinated in our proprietary seasoning for 24 hours before being hand breaded. We also make our very popular Spicy Rice, coleslaw and chicken salad in house. Our weekly features include Bone in Chicken Wednesday's and here at Chicken-N-Spice Thursday is always "Gumbo Day". We are also known for catering our Chicken Chunks and our homemade sides for your parties and events.

Shorewood

Chicken-N-Spice is known for our fabulous Chicken Chunks, they are 3 oz pieces of always fresh never frozen chicken Breast that is marinated in our...

Hope, healing & justice for abused children.

Will County Children's Advocacy Center

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) comprised of law enforcement, DCFS investigators, medical personnel, prosecutors, and Will County CAC forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists in response to reports of severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, commercial exploitation, neglect, and exposure to violence of children, in Will County, IL. Our Will County CAC intake/MDT coordinator, forensic interviewers, family advocates, and trauma therapists provide the following services: * Forensic Interviews: After a child is referred to the Will County CAC by law enforcement or the IL Dept. of Family Services (DCFS), our Intake Coordinator schedules a forensic interview for the child. One of our 4 forensic interviewers listens to the child’s story and asks non-leading, developmentally-appropriate questions as the child talks about the trauma he/she has experienced. Law enforcement, prosecution, DCFS, and mental health professionals observe the interview from a separate room. This reduces trauma for the child and provides a stronger foundation if the case goes to court. * Family Advocacy: Our family advocates are committed to helping each family navigate the complex systems that a family enters when a child makes an outcry of abuse. As each case goes through the investigation, prosecution and healing process, the team is there to help the family understand the process, learn about their rights and successfully access resources that will help their family during crisis. * Trauma-Focused Therapy: Our team of licensed clinical social workers provide short-term, trauma informed therapy to children who have received a forensic interview. Since child abuse affects the whole family, the services are available at no cost to both the child and their non-offending family members. Individual and group therapy is offered in English and Spanish.

Will

Crest Hill

The Will County Children's Advocacy Center was founded in 1995 by State's Attorney James Glasgow to partner with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs)...

Summer Savings - Get $1,000 OFF One Month's Rent 

Timbers of Shorewood

Sign a new lease by June 30, 2026 and get $1,000 OFF in your 6th month. For the fourth consecutive year, the Timbers of Shorewood has been voted "Best Senior Care Community in Will County" by readers of the Herald-News. In addition, The community has been recognized with the “Best Independent Living Award” and the “Best Assisted Living Award” in U.S. News &amp; World Report’s 2026 Best Senior Living ratings. The Timbers of Shorewood is an award-winning rental retirement community which provides senior independent living and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Residents whose needs may change are able to stay in the same place and receive appropriate and compassionate care. Senior Living Designed for seniors who want to live independently in an active community with freedom, choices and security. Leave the burdens of household maintenance behind and enjoy a fulfilling life. Assisted Living Assisted Living is for seniors whose needs have changed. Residents enjoy living in a safe and secure community with supportive care specifically designed to meet their personal needs. Short-Term Stay A Short-Term Stay or Respite is a great way to sample life in our community. Stay in a fully furnished apartment and enjoy retirement living anywhere from a weekend to a month, or longer. Senior Living Awards - Best Independent Living Award – U.S. News &amp; World Report (2026 - 2025) - Best Assisted Living Award – U.S. News &amp; World Report (2026) - Best Senior Care Facility in Will County – Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice (Four-Years Running 2025 - 2022) - Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (2025) - Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (All Star) (2024) - Most Friendly in Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (2023) - Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (2023)

Sign a new lease by June 30, 2026 and get $1,000 OFF in your 6th month. For the fourth consecutive year, the Timbers of Shorewood has been voted ...

Members of Knights of Columbus Holy Trinity Council 4400 served 125 families at a recent mobile food pantry at Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish. The event was sponsored with the proceeds from the club's annual golf outing fundraiser.

Knights of Columbus 4400 Hosts Mobile Food Pantry

Neighbor News

Homer Glen-Lockport

Lauren Traut

New Lenox

Channahon-Minooka

Emily Rosca

Plainfield

Romeoville

Manhattan

Mokena

Cook County

Lemont

Kendall Ridge Park

Plan your weekend treasure hunting with precision analytics. The annual Kendall Ridge Subdivision Garage Sale is launching a massive 3-day multi-family footprint from June 18th through June 20th, running daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Located in the highly accessible Plainfield corridor, this neighborhood-wide sale features 25+ residential driveways loaded with trade-up inventory, including high-quality estate furniture, landscaping tools, fitness gear, children’s apparel, and electronics.
To maximize your route efficiency, open our clean, mobile-optimized shopper map on your smartphone to instantly access real-time neighborhood house routing:
Get the Shopper Map here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1psaIKAblxTs7vz22_J2J3_UKuD2YaS4&amp;usp=sharing" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Map Of Sales</a>
Event Coordination Provided by Jordan Savage, Real Broker LLC.

Local Event: Multi-Family Kendall Ridge Neighborhood Garage Sale Event (Plainfield)

Multi-Family Kendall Ridge Neighborhood Garage...

Plan your weekend treasure hunting with precision analytics. The annual Kendall Ridge Subdivision Garage Sale is launching a...

Multi-Family Kendall Ridge Neighborhood Garage Sale Event (Plainfield)

Join EAT this Juneteenth for a family-friendly outdoor event to honor history, enjoy the harvest and celebrate Black joy, resilience, and unity. 
With a special land dedication ceremony of EAT’s Community Garden in memory of Verdis Tyler, our original groundskeeper. Verdis was instrumental in establishing this garden from the very beginning. Though he has passed, his passion, hard work and love for this soil will bloom here forever!

Local Event: Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration 

Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration 

Join EAT this Juneteenth for a family-friendly outdoor event to honor history, enjoy the harvest and celebrate Black joy,...

Morris Plaza-100 West Commercial Dr. (behind Walgreens) Morris, IL

Father’s Day at the Flea Market in Morris is a Junk in the Trunk tradition. On Sunday June 21st that tradition continues. From 9AM until 3PM our independent vendors will have lots of items for sale that would make great gifts for Dad or Grandpa. The location is the Morris Plaza, 100 West Commercial Dr., one block west of Rt. 47 (behind Walgreens) in Morris. New vendors are always welcome, and we do not require advance reservations. If you would like to be a vendor in Morris this coming Sunday, or at any of our upcoming markets in Morris, Mazon or Gardner, simply arrive at 8AM, pay the $15 vendor fee and take an available spot. Proceeds from vendor fees received on Father’s Day June 21st will benefit Sunrise North Therapeutic Riding of Minooka. For additional information visit Junk in the Trunk Morris on Facebook or contact event manager George Bennett, <a href="mailto:morrissale@yahoo.com">morrissale@yahoo.com</a> or 630-319-0289.

Local Event: Father's Day Flea Market in Morris

Father's Day Flea Market in Morris

Father’s Day at the Flea Market in Morris is a Junk in the Trunk tradition. On Sunday June 21st that tradition continues. From...

Old Central Church

✨ Have You Ever Experienced Sound Healing? ✨
If not… you’re not alone—and you’re exactly who this is for 💫
Sound healing is a deeply relaxing experience where you simply lay back, get comfortable, and allow sound vibrations to wash over you. There’s nothing you need to do… no experience required… just receive.
Using instruments like crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, chimes, and gentle percussion, the body is guided into a state of calm where: 
🌿 Stress begins to melt away 
🌿 The mind quiets 
🌿 The body naturally restores balance 
🌿 Energy begins to gently realign
Think of it as a full-body reset for your nervous system—a peaceful pause in a busy world.
Many people leave feeling: 
✨ lighter 
✨ clearer 
✨ deeply relaxed 
✨ and more connected to themselves
You don’t need to “understand it” to feel it… 
You just need to be open to the experience 💛
If you’ve been curious, this is your sign to try something new.
🌸 Your first sound bath could be the moment you didn’t know you needed.

Local Event: Sound Bath Healing

Sound Bath Healing

✨ Have You Ever Experienced Sound Healing? ✨
If not… you’re not alone—and you’re exactly who this is for 💫
Sound healing is a...

Experience a world of fun and laughs with dazzling acts featuring Larry Lion, Bobby Bull, Ted the Dancing Bear, and Big Dawg. This Moex Production at The Legacy Center promises an unforgettable experience where family fun awaits everyone.&nbsp; BUY&nbsp;tickets on EventBrite.com SAVE $10 off on all tiks! Discount Code: SAVE

Local Event: The Circus Of Imagination ($10 off discount code: SAVE)

The Circus Of Imagination ($10 off discount...

Experience a world of fun and laughs with dazzling acts featuring Larry Lion, Bobby Bull, Ted the Dancing Bear, and Big Dawg....

The Circus Of Imagination ($10 off discount code: SAVE)

🌱 Patch AM: St. Joe's Hospital CEO Leaving,...

Happening soon: Multi-Family Kendall Ridge Neighborhood Garage Sale Event (Plainfield) on the Joliet Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: St. Joe's Hospital CEO Leaving, Replacement Named: WJOL

Community Corner

Kilo Of Cocaine Seized With Help Of Police Dog...

K9 Officer Groot alerted to the narcotics during the stop Tuesday afternoon, the sheriff's office said. 

Kilo Of Cocaine Seized With Help Of Police Dog Groot During I-80 Traffic Stop: Grundy Sheriff

Crime & Safety

Chicago

McDonald's Revives A Classic To Celebrate...

The Fried Apple Pie, which originally debuted in the 1960s, is going back on the menu at McDonald's this summer.

McDonald's Revives A Classic To Celebrate America's 250th Birthday

Business

St. Joe's Hospital CEO Leaving, Replacement...

CEO Larry Coomes joined St. Joe's in November.

St. Joe's Hospital CEO Leaving, Replacement Named: WJOL

Across Illinois

 11 IL Universities Ranked Among World’s Best...

See which universities in Illinois made U.S. News & World Report's roundup of the Best Global Universities. 

 11 IL Universities Ranked Among World’s Best By U.S. News & World Report

Schools

Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood...

Saturday night's caller stated they would be remotely detonated, Joliet police announced. 

Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood Casino 

Angry Gunman Confronts Homeowner On Ingalls: Cops 

Joliet police say 47-year-old Brian Stuart came to Joliet to confront a homeowner who is acquainted with a woman Stuart knows.

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