11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Months Later, and 100 Miles Away, Family's Lost Dog Found

A happy ending for one Michigan family and their beloved dog, missing for months.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Mother Turns to Charitable Efforts After Losing Husband, Daughter

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

McAuley Accepting Nominations for 'Hall of Honor'

Deadline deadline for alumnae nominations is June 20. Honorees into Hall of Honor will be announced at Mother McAuley's all-school reunion in October.

Lemont Veterans Humbled by Honor Flight Chicago

Lemont residents Jessie Tasharski and Joseph Forzley were showered with attention following their June 4 adventure on Honor Flight Chicago.

Lemont Man Marks 5 Years as Cancer Survivor

John LaSota celebrated five years cancer-free during a special ceremony Friday, June 6.

Giant American Flag Adorns Lemont Home

A gigantic flag stretches across a garage door in Lemont.

Lemont Turns Out with Red, White and Blue to Mourn a Veteran Taken Too Soon

A community mourns the tragic death of Paul Davidson, 30, and celebrates his memory with a star-spangled and striped sendoff.

Playing to Pay it Forward: Lemont Teen Trades Piano Lessons for Pantry Donations

Sarah O'Donnell has turned a passion for playing piano into a humanitarian effort for local families in need of a helping hand.

Lemont Girl Scouts Power Up Battery Drive

The girls collected nearly 700 pounds of batteries from mid-November through May 4.

Lemont Girl Scouts Step Up, Throw Tea Parties in Support of Kids with Cancer

See how these Girl Scouts showed their support for those children suffering from cancer.

Lemont Preschoolers Make Fundraising for St. Jude as Easy as 1, 2, 3 (Wheelers)

Happy Hands preschoolers aimed at raising $4,000 for St. Jude's—but more than doubled that.

River Valley Teacher Gets Fresh Start on Grant for Garden

Sonya Raymond wants to create a nature wonderland for District 113A students. She lost out on one grant to fund it, but she's trying for another.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Lemont High School Breaks Out in Song, Dance for Ill Teacher

A group of students and staff dedicated their Faculty Idol performance to teacher Sean Clark, who missed the event due to medical leave.

Lemont Cops and Fire Team Up with Little Mountain Theatre for Special Needs Open House

Police, firefighters and Little Mountain Community Theatre put together an entertaining, educational evening for special needs students from Lemont-Bromberek District 113A.

Marathon Mom: Lemont Native Sets Out on 252-Mile Mission for Autistic Son

Stephanie Ebert, of Palos Park, loves her autistic son, and has found inspiration in their struggle to cope with the effects of his diagnosis. She'll run the Boston Marathon—and many other races—to raise money for a cure.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Tireless Lemont Humanitarian Honored as Cook County 'Unsung Heroine'

Terri O'Neill-Borders might be shy about all the attention, but the Village wanted her to know how much she means to them.

Old Quarry Special Education Aide a Finalist for 'Everyday Heroes' Award

"Reenie" Sperka has touched the hearts of her students and coworkers—and they're hoping to win her the recognition she deserves.

Lemont Girl Scout Designs 'Fun-Filled Day' for Those with Special Needs

Lemont High School senior Emily Durham has quite the day planned.

Lemont Girl Scout Plans Feast for Food Pantry

Lemont High School senior Rebecca Peraino has a vision of many hands helping create a warm meal for the Lemont Food Pantry.

Lemont Police, Fire Raise Big Bucks for St. Baldrick's

Find out how much support your cops and firefighters drummed up for St. Baldrick's.

Lemont Police, Fire Step Up for St. Baldrick's

Lemont cops and firefighters will contribute to a noble cause this weekend.

Lemont Community 'Rallies for Roderik'

Five-year-old Roderik James—affectionally known as "RJ"—will undergo brain surgery soon. The community wants to help.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Lemont Cancer Survivor Gets Star Treatment with Trip to Academy Awards

Oscars attendees weren't the only ones fawned over this weekend. All the stops were pulled out for Sue Susz and her husband Glenn.

Lemont Synchronized Skaters Win National Championship

Maddi Gould and Ciara Athy finished in first place with the Downers Grove Dazzlers Synchronized Skating Team in the U.S. Figure Skating Synchronized Skating National Championship, held Feb. 26-March 1 in Colorado Springs.

Lemont Synchronized Skaters Headed to National Championships

Maddi Gould and Ciara Athy will compete with the Downers Grove Dazzlers Synchronized Skating Team in the U.S. Figure Skating Synchronized Skating National Championship Feb. 26-March 1 in Colorado Springs.

Charity-Minded Lemont High School Students Collect 400 Items of Clothing

Two girls, one idea—and a generous student body. Find out what happened next.

In Memory of Macy: Lemont Firefighters Rally for St. Baldrick's Day

A group of Lemont firefighters will raise money and shave their heads in memory of a coworker's daughter Macy Ganz, who lost her battle with cancer at just over 3 years old.

Lemont Woman Takes on Stair Challenge to Raise Money for Children's Hospital

One woman's trying time has led to a tradition of giving back.

Lemont Woman Gives Back as Peace Corps Volunteer in Nicaragua

Illinois ranks No. 6 on Peace Corps’ annual list of top volunteer-producing states—and one Lemont woman is a star among the volunteer roster.

Lemont High School Cheerleaders Bring the Heat to Winter Meltdown

Lemont High School junior varsity and varsity cheerleaders brought their A game to the IHSA Winter Meltdown Cheer & Dance Competition Jan. 4–5. Both teams topped their competition to bring home first place trophies.

Win Tickets to See Disney On Ice

Patch and Disney on Ice will give away five family packs of four tickets each to the show of your choice. Enter to win through Jan. 20.

Have You Ever Seen an Albino Deer?

A reader spotted this beautiful (and incredibly rare) albino deer in the Northwoods of Wisconsin.

2014 Resolution: Love Your Imperfections

These animals have it all figured out.