On Feb. 6th: `Can You Afford to Retire?’ at New Lenox Public Library

Retirement expert Dr. Jim Flanagan, founder of Bentron Financial Group, leads session that helps you gauge your retirement readiness

Eastern Avenue Finally Open—Yes, Really: Manhattan Mayor

The one-mile, newly built extension is open to traffic as of Wednesday, Jan. 24.

'The Inn Is Full': Manhattan Rescue Farm In Dire Need Of More Space

HHH Ranch needs more land and space to help its animals, and they're open to any possibilities.

Bus Carrying Migrants Pulls In To Manhattan, Pulls Right Back Out: PD

The bus arrived at the Manhattan Metra station Wednesday and left promptly, Manhattan Police Chief Jeff Wold told Patch.

Dive Bar Closes | Hate Crime Against Neighbor | $1M Suit Against HS

PLUS: Man accused of molesting girl | Dog's new family gives back | DUI charge after cop car hit | Propane heater causes fire | 2024 babies!

Scout Hopes To Help Fill Elwood Veterans Cemetery With Flags

Finn Rafferty is working toward his Eagle Scout and wants to make placing American flags at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery easier.

When To Kick Your Christmas Tree To The Curb In Manhattan

About had it with that tree and those needles? You can toss it soon.

Bus Carrying Texas Migrants Attempts Drop-off In Manhattan: Village

The bus stopped at Manhattan's Metra station, and the driver told police he was looking for a train into Chicago.

Support Local Nonprofit Farm, Enter To Win Airline Tickets

Right now there is a 1 in 31 chance of winning 4 round trip Southwest Airlines tickets.

Stabbed 18 Times | 2nd Grader Mourned | Cop Killed In Crash ID'ed

PLUS: Rally for family after fire | Man drove drunk with son in car | Shots fired | Super Bowl tix for teacher | Lights and Ladders Brigade!

Manhattan's Round Barn Farm To Get $200K for Trail Improvements

Round Barn Farm will receive $200,000 in grant money to improve its trail system, Gov. JB Pritzker announced this week.

Eastern Avenue Reopening: Bike, Run, Walk Road Before Traffic Rolls

The one-mile extension of Eastern Avenue from Baker to Smith roads will reopen Wednesday, Nov. 22.

BananaGate: Manhattan Man, Others Befuddled By Bananas On Train Tracks

For over a year, bananas have been appearing on train tracks in Elwood. It's a delightful mystery that's piqued the interest of many.

One More Step Before Eastern Avenue Reopening: Manhattan Mayor

The north/south road is newly rebuilt, freshly paved, and just waiting for rubber to hit it.

Manhattan Park District Hiring Fall, Winter Youth Sports Staff

The park district is looking for instructors across several sports.

Bring Your Petered Out Pumpkins To Pumpkin Smash at Plum Creek

Don't trash your jack o' lanterns, take them to Plum Creek Nature Center on Nov. 4 and smash them so they can be composted.

Win 2 Round Trip Tickets To Anywhere In The US

Hurry! Deadline is 9 pm, October 31st. HHH Ranch is selling $20 squares and only 100 squares are being sold.

Beloved Boy, Manhattan's Superhero, 4, Dies After Cancer Fight

Brendan Burns died Oct. 26. He loved coloring and sparring with his little sister, family said. He fought neuroblastoma since 2021.

Manhattan Moves Ahead With Master Plan For Downtown Redevelopment

Manhattan officials on Tuesday approved a master plan, though specifics have yet to come into focus.

Manhattan Runners Finish 2023 Chicago Marathon

The 45th edition of the race featured more than 47,000 runners Sunday in Chicago, the most ever finishers in the history of the race.

Food Trucks, Family Fun In Store For Manhattan's Debut Taste of Fall

Mayor hopes Manhattan's "Taste of Fall" will be a hit its first time out.

Miniature Horses Saved From Slaughter!

Community's generosity helps save 4-month-old miniature horses.

Urgent! Hours Left To Save These Ponies From Slaughter

Ponies are being sent to slaughter if we can't raise $2,200 today!

Manhattan's Pints And Pork Teams To Pit Brews, BBQ In Taste Battle

Pints and Pork is set for Saturday, Sept. 30 in the parking lot of St. Joseph School in Manhattan.

Rupert The Wallaby Home In Monee After 'He Had His Adventure'

Rupert is back home after being missing for several days before tips finally helped owner Josie Hange track him to a neighbor's garage.

Search Planned For Mokena Man Missing After Fleeing Crash

A search for Robert Hollingsworth will start Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at Berkot's in Manhattan.

'He's Still A Baby,' Missing Wallaby's Owner Says

Don't chase or try to catch "Rupert" the wallaby, the owner warns. He's been missing for two days from his home in Monee.

Rescue Squad Trains To Be The Best With Worst-Case Scenarios

A group of firefighters specially trained for complex rescues put their skills to the test in simulated rescues from tornado-damaged homes.

Sixty Houses On The Map For Manhattan Community-wide Garage Sale

The sale will be held rain or shine, Sept. 8–9.

18 Years For Child Porn | Suspects Flee With No Car | Shots Fired

PLUS: Man, 61, dies in crash | FEMA opens relief center | Cop claims discrimination by chief | Domestic violence sessions after murder

Man Stalks, Stabs Woman | Carjacking At Gunpoint | Teens Run Away

PLUS: Armed robber hits Subway store | Attempted murder charges in shooting | Biz owner, Village at odds over closing | Boutique owner dies

Beloved, Terminally Ill Manhattan Boy Named Honorary Firefighter

Brendan Burns, 4, has bravely faced a battle with neuroblastoma since 2021. Now he's officially named among others dubbed The Bravest.

Teacher Fired Over Social Media | Man, 36, Dies In Crash | $3.2M Scam

PLUS: Village buys bar name, will tear down & rebuild | Expert tapped to lead land cleanup | Hairstylist needs help | Gaelic Park Irish Fest

Manhattan's Labor Day Party Back At Round Barn Farm For 3rd Year

The family-friendly party with something for everyone is set for Sunday, Sept. 3 at the Round Barn Farm Park in Manhattan.

Man Bites, Kicks Cops | DUI In Fatal Crash | Target Robbed At Gunpoint

PLUS: 30 yrs for armed robberies, abductions | Man shot in tussle with PD over gun | Kids' café to benefit teacher | Family wants justice

5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In The Manhattan Area

Find a nonprofit in the Manhattan area that could use your help or support.

Eastern Avenue Extension Work Begins: Manhattan Mayor

The reopening of the road provides an important link to and from Manhattan, Mayor Mike Adrieansen said. The project should take 2 months.

Manhattan Rallies Behind Beloved 4-Year-Old Boy, Now Terminally Ill

The community of Manhattan is coming together for a boy in a battle with neuroblastoma, whose cancer has recently returned.

Fly-Fishing Exhibition Showcases Rods, Reels, Flies, Photos From 1800s

The exhibition opens Aug. 8 at the Forest Preserve District of Will County's Monee Reservoir; fly-fishing programs also will be offered.

'Let's Fight This': Lifelong Manhattan Woman In Breast Cancer Battle

Michelle Onofre will have a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery to fight breast cancer. She'll face weeks of recovery time.