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Obituary: Robert L. Arko —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
2026-2027 Noonan Academy Student Council Announced —Stephanie Kush Read on Patch
Obituary: James Michael "Jim" Will —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
A dog was hit on route 30 between Chicago heights and ford heights. Vet checked him out, so he's fine. Seems to have been owned before so seeing if anyone is missing a dog. About 11 lbs Maltese mix, creamish coat… (Nextdoor Emerald Estates)
On Friday, 10/9/26, a cat who was rescued and brought to NAWS Humane Society escaped from the carrier and ran in the area of 191st & Grotovsky Dr/190th Pl near the Mokena Fire Dept & possibly Caits or Jamo's. He is friendly but incredibly scared and answers to the name of Tom. He likes to hide in bushes and under cars. Please call NAWS at (708) 478-5102 to… (Nextdoor Grasmere)
JCPenney posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Associate - Mokena Marketplace in Mokena. Apply here.
Brookhaven Marketplace posted a job opening for Bakery Manager in Mokena. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mokena here.
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American 250 relay to roll through Frankfort, Matteson, Chicago Heights and Lansing (chicagotribune.com)
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Homer Glen
2026 Election Questionnaire: Elizabeth Caparelli-Ruff, Will County Regional Superintendent of Schools (shawlocal.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!