Compassionate & Affordable Veterinary Care You Can Trust!

Premier Paws at Lockport

Premier Paws at Lockport is proud to serve the Lockport area and surrounding communities with compassionate, high-quality, low-cost veterinary care for pets at every stage of life. Your pets are family, and quality veterinary care should always be affordable. Our local clinic provides compassionate, modern care with transparent pricing and a team that truly listens. Our experienced staff focuses on personalized medicine in a welcoming environment , without the stress of unexpected costs. In addition to our everyday affordable services, we host low-cost vaccine clinics on the first Saturday of every month, making preventive care even more convenient and accessible for our community. Here are just a few of the services our new clinic offers: • Dentals • Spays/Neuters • Laser Therapy • X-Rays • Microchipping • Vaccinations We’re proud to care for your pets and are here to help them live long, healthy lives. We’re always welcoming new clients, so give us a call to schedule an appointment and experience care you can trust at a price you can feel good about. Visit us at any of our THREE locations: Premier Paws at Lockport 16935 W Bruce Road Lockport, IL 60441 708-550-7297 Premier Paws at Timberline 495 E Frontage Road Joliet, IL 60431 815-729-1555 Premier Paws at Burbank 7900 Lavergne Avenue Burbank, IL 60459 708-551-1000

Will County

Will

Lockport

Illinois

Premier Paws at Lockport is proud to serve the Lockport area and surrounding communities with compassionate, high-quality, low-cost veterinary care...

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, dietitian-approved 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

Chicago Metropolitan Area

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...

Krapils Steakhouse and Patio 

Krapils Steakhouse &amp; Patio has been a Worth, Illinois staple since the mid-1960s. Known for its rustic Northwoods atmosphere, Krapils offers a warm, classic dining experience where quality comes first. All orders are prepared fresh daily, with hand-cut steaks and house-made dishes to ensure consistent quality and generous portions. Whether you’re joining us for a casual meal, a special occasion, or a night out with friends, Krapils is a place where traditions are kept and guests feel at home.

Cook County

Lorraine Swanson

Alsip-Crestwood

Krapils Steakhouse & Patio has been a Worth, Illinois staple since the mid-1960s. Known for its rustic Northwoods atmosphere, Krapils offers a warm...

Irish Terrier Body and LegsDid you know that if you leave any leg or underline furnishings on an Irish Terrier, it is only meant to give them the appearance of more body and bone substance? This female has a nice body and substance in leg bone so she does not need as much coat left to cosmetically correct any lack of substance. Irish Terrier hand stripped by Kendra Otto, photo courtesy of Barkleigh Productions Call to schedule your pets grooming appointment today at Nationally Ranked Award Winning Groomers! Kendra Otto and Jennie Krezel, owners The Upscale Tail, Ltd., Pet Grooming Salon 1419  Plainfield-Naperville Road  Naperville, IL.  60564 630-632-8245 www<a href="http://www.theupscaletail.u/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">.theupscaletail.</a>com

Irish Terrier Body and LegsDid you know that if you leave any leg or underline furnishings on an Irish Terrier, it is only meant to give them the appearance of more body and bone substance? This female has a nice body and substance in leg bone so she does not need as much coat left to cosmetically correct any lack of substance.

Irish Terrier hand stripped by Kendra Otto, photo courtesy of Barkleigh Productions Call to schedule your pets grooming appointment today at Nationally Ranked Award Winning Groomers! Kendra Otto and Jennie Krezel, owners The Upscale Tail, Ltd., Pet Grooming Salon 1419  Plainfield-Naperville Road  Naperville, IL.  60564 630-632-8245 www<a href="http://www.theupscaletail.u/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">.theupscaletail.</a>com

Lemont

Irish Terrier: Hand-Stripping Specialty at The UpScale Tail

Health & Fitness

DuPage County

David Giuliani

Darien

Burr Ridge

Woodridge

Palos

Homer Glen-Lockport

Lauren Traut

Orland Park

Romeoville

Lisa Marie Farver

Downers Grove

Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills

Join us at The Holly House Shop for a Girls Day Out Crafting Day to Celebrate The Holiday! Join us for a creative, unique experience where you will get to meet new people, craft, enjoy, and have a great time on a Saturday afternoon to kick-off your Labor Day festivities!&nbsp;

Local Event: Labor Day Crafting Session: Make Your Own Magnets and Create Your Own Magic 

Labor Day Crafting Session: Make Your Own...

Join us at The Holly House Shop for a Girls Day Out Crafting Day to Celebrate The Holiday! Join us for a creative, unique...

Labor Day Crafting Session: Make Your Own Magnets and Create Your Own Magic 

Orland Park Civic Center 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. Orland Park, IL

Buy Sell TradeCoins, Stamps, Paper Money, Collectibles and More

Local Event: Orland Park Coin & Stamp Show

Orland Park Coin & Stamp Show

Buy Sell TradeCoins, Stamps, Paper Money, Collectibles and More

Edgewood Valley Country Club, 7500 Willow Springs Rd, Burr Ridge IL

Open to the Public! Experience elite golf at one of Chicagoland's most exclusive private clubs, located in Burr Ridge featuring a shotgun scramble, premium beverage stations, and a luxurious half-way house lunch. The day concludes with a 19th Hole Reception offering live music, food stations, games, a limited open bar, and over 20 raffle prizes. Tickets are $300 per golfer. Not a golfer....you can still enjoy the fun with our reception-only and breakfast-only options available for non-golfers!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: 2026 Golf Outing & 19th Hole Reception

2026 Golf Outing & 19th Hole Reception

Open to the Public! Experience elite golf at one of Chicagoland's most exclusive private clubs, located in Burr Ridge featuring...

Free Scrap Metal Pickup. We pickup Garden Tractors, Farm Equipment, Snowmobiles, Motorcycles, Furnaces, Automotive parts, Anything Metal, All Appliances, Nuts, Bolts, Screws. If you have a question about anything we would pickup please call and ask. Please Call Brian at&nbsp; (815) 210-8819 for Free pickup.

New Lenox

Free Scrap Metal Pickup

Free Scrap Metal Pickup. We pickup Garden Tractors, Farm Equipment, Snowmobiles, Motorcycles, Furnaces, Automotive parts, Anything Metal, All...

🌱 Patch AM: Halloween Costume Swap Planned At...

Be sure to catch Labor Day Crafting Session: Make Your Own Magnets and Create Your Own Magic  on the Lemont Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Halloween Costume Swap Planned At Lemont Park District

Community Corner

Halloween Costume Swap Planned At Lemont Park...

Starting Sept. 15, you can drop off used costumes at the CORE in bins located near the front desk.

Halloween Costume Swap Planned At Lemont Park District

Chicago

Cook County Forest Preserve Strike Ends After...

About 230 Teamsters are expected back on the job Thursday after approving a revised contract extension.

Cook County Forest Preserve Strike Ends After 16 Days

Politics & Government

🌱 Patch AM: What’s new at Lemont’s Water...

Coming up: Orland Park Coin & Stamp Show on the Lemont Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What’s new at Lemont’s Water Lantern Festival this Saturday night?

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Is Lettuce Safe To Eat Again? Latest On...

Illinois is among 20 states with active cyclospora outbreaks, but are case counts decreasing? 

Is Lettuce Safe To Eat Again? Latest On Cyclospora Outbreak In IL

Latest On IL Cyclospora Outbreak As 1,600 Cases Reported

New Twist In Explosive Diarrhea Parasite Outbreak: What IL Needs To Know

Local Author's Latest Work Features Lemont Convent

Pat Camalliere's book, "The Miracle at Assisi Hill," features Lemont and a piece of its long history.



Lemont 11-Year-Old Is 3v3 Soccer National Champion

11-year-old soccer player Madison Weil has been playing since she was 5 years old.

Sports

Lemont Scout Collects Over 250 Items For TLC...

Lemont resident Alexandra Andruszkiewicz​ organized an animal supply drive for TLC for her Eagle project. 

Lemont Scout Collects Over 250 Items For TLC Animal Shelter

Bethany Lutheran Church Celebrates 150 Years 

The church is known in the community for its open food pantry, which was started in 1975. 

Alvernia Manor Resident Turns 105

The centenarian was born in 1917, and celebrated with the retirement home residents, staff and family members with a party on Monday.

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