🌱 Patch AM: National Library Card Sign-Up Month and 14 more events

Coming up: Cancer Wellness Center - Better Together Benefit 2026 on the Lake Forest Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How a late-night Route 41 crash shut lanes in Lake Forest

Also, don’t miss Fall mums and more in beautiful colors for the season on the Lake Forest Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Why a Lake Forest rabbi chose to donate his kidney

You won’t want to miss We Do Estate Sales Vintage Collections of everything Awesome Highland Park Sale on the Lake Forest Patch calendar

North Suburban School of Dance Celebrates Award-Winning Season and Annual Recital Success

NSSOD dancers earn top competition honors and showcase their talents in end-of-season performances

🌱 Patch AM: Lake Forest Rabbi Donates Kidney To Stranger After Year-Long Journey To Match

And on the Lake Forest Patch calendar - Fright Market at Camp Lake Zurich

Lake Forest Rabbi Donates Kidney To Stranger After Year-Long Journey To Match

Rabbi Moshe Spalter said he is recovering well nearly two months after donating a kidney to a stranger.

🌱 Patch AM: How do District 115 administrator salaries compare to the rest of Illinois?

Coming up: Fright Market at Camp Lake Zurich on the Lake Forest Patch calendar

A Smarter Way to Outsource Print, Chicago Business Executive Wants to Re-Invent Print Procurement

Not your grandfather's print industry, claims Patrick Monahan, who, like Fisher Investments, is in the advisory lane, not the sales lane.

🌱 Patch AM: See how Lake Forest High just climbed in Illinois’ latest rankings

And on the Lake Forest Patch calendar - Fright Market at Camp Lake Zurich

Lake Forest Academy Opens 170th School Year

LFA welcomes students from 15 states, 40 countries and territories, and 52 different local communities.

NSYMCA to Host Free Virtual Program on Supporting Independence for Individuals Living with Alzheimer’s

The program will take place on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. and is open to the public.

🌱 Patch AM: How Lake Forest High Schools Rank In Illinois

Be sure to catch Fright Market at Camp Lake Zurich on the Lake Forest Patch calendar

How Lake Forest High Schools Rank In Illinois

Lake Forest High School ranked among the top 20 High Schools in the state in U.S. News & World Report's 2026-27 rankings.

Lake Forest Athlete Takes Men's Title In Boston Triathlon

Jacob Minin of Lake Forest won the men's Olympic Distance race Sunday at Carson Beach in South Boston.

Man In Serious Condition After Driving Onto Train Tracks: Police

A driver was hospitalized in serious condition after driving onto tracks in Lake Forest and being struck by a freight train, police said.

Lake Forest Library Names Molly Scheibler New Executive Director

Scheibler will join Lake Forest Library in mid-September after serving at libraries across Illinois.

PRESS RELEASE: LFHS Named Lake County’s No. 1 Public High School by Chicago Magazine for Second Time

Lake Forest Community High School has been named as No. 1 public high school in Lake County by Chicago Magazine for the second time running.

Lake Forest Invites Residents To Coffee In The Park With Aldermen

Weekend park meetings will give Lake Forest residents a chance to talk with aldermen in each ward this fall.

Molly Scheibler selected as the next Lake Forest Library Director

Scheibler will begin at Lake Forest Library in mid-September

North Suburban YMCA holds its 6th Annual Community Strong Golf Event

The Y raises $60,000 to help with financial aid and charitable support for the community in their Community Strong fundraising efforts

Lake Forest Approves Drone Pilot To Speed Police, Fire Emergency Response

A roof-mounted drone at the Public Safety Building is expected to deliver live video to responders in under 70 seconds.

12th Annual dash4debra Returns To Benefit For EB Support

The family-friendly run and walk will raise money and awareness for people living with Epidermolysis Bullosa.

Ray Bradbury’s Legacy Comes Home: Waukegan History Museum Unveils Immersive New Permanent Exhibit

Grand Opening Weekend Features Free Admission and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony to Celebrate the Legendary Author’s Local Roots and Birthday

NSYMCA Seniorpalooza Health & Fun Fair Returns September 16 for its 10th Year

Free community event with 50+ vendors, health screenings, giveaways, raffles, & a special presentation from Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

Lake Forest Among The Most Expensive Places In IL To Buy A Home: Ranking

A new ranking showed it's in the top 10 most expensive places in Illinois to buy a home.

Lake Bluff's Bark N Park Rebrands As Digs Dog Care

The former Bark N Park in Lake Bluff will mark its rebrand with tours, activities and an adoption event.

Vernon Township Mental Health Board Awards $1 Million in Grants

Funding supports local agencies that provide a range of services to support the overall mental health and well-being of Township residents.

Homegrown Therapy Dogs: Spreading Happiness One Wag at a Time

The local nonprofit connects certified therapy dogs with schools and communities to support emotional wellness and connection.

Lake Forest Police On Patrol For DUIs This Labor Day

During the Labor Day holiday period in 2024, 170 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes in the U.S., officials said.

1 Dead, 1 Jumps From Window During Lake Forest House Fire

One resident escaped the fire by jumping from a second-story window, the fire department said.

Lake County Celebrates 250 Year Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence

Lake County sponsored an America 250 Independence Academy to see how local government uses the principles of the Declaration of Independence

Lake Forest Auto Show To Feature 100-Plus Cars, Rare Motorcycles

The annual Lake Forest show is set to showcase cars spanning 120 years, along with motorcycles, food and live music.

Lake Forest Hospital Among Best In The Nation: U.S. News

A new U.S. News hospital ranking lists the Lake Forest Hospital among Illinois' top facilities for multiple areas of care.

Fort Sheridan Beach Cleanup Postponed Due To Storms

A beach cleanup at Fort Sheridan will be rescheduled as weather forecasters warn of storms and flooding.

2026-27 School Calendar In Lake Forest, Lake Bluff: Key Days To Know

Parents in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff school districts are preparing for the first day of school next month.

Several Lake County Beaches Closed Due To High Levels Of Fecal Bacteria

It's not a good day for swimming in Lake County, with several beaches under bacteria and hazard advisories.

Music royalty Graham Nash and Emmylou Harris regale Ravinia Festival

The two legendary artists and their bands performed hit songs and deep-cut gems to a mostly Baby Boomer audience at the heralded venue.

Mamma Mia! Sing-Along Fundraiser with Citadel Theatre

Citadel Theatre held an outdoor sing-along that brought the community together!

School of St. Mary Adds Third Preschool Section as Program Continues to Grow

Early childhood program continues strong growth

Lake Forest Lands Among Top 12 SWALCO Sites For Textile, Shoe Recycling

Lake Forest residents recycled 31,785 pounds of textiles and 1,605 pounds of shoes through SWALCO in 2025.