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And on the New Lenox Patch calendar - Free Yoga In The Garden

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Hello New Lenox! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did a Delaney Road home top Will County's deals?
  • How New Lenox police helped Frankfort through two heartbreaking tragedies

Also on today's calendar: Free Yoga In The Garden and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Not as warm; a p.m. shower, with a high of 76 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Monday: Nice with periods of sun, temps: high: 73, low: 65.
  • Tuesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Week of Aug. 31: Best residential property deals in Will County (shawlocal.com) — A New Lenox single-family home on Delaney Road topped Will County's recent list of best-value residential property deals, selling for $385,000. The roundup compares that sale with other nearby communities, giving you a quick snapshot of current prices, square footage, and features across the county's housing market.
   

• Frankfort police chief pens emotional letter after tragedies (nbcchicago.com) — Frankfort's police chief is publicly thanking neighboring departments, including New Lenox Police, for their support after two recent tragedies: a child's death in a bus accident and a separate homicide case. Her letter emphasizes regional cooperation, community compassion, and ongoing investigations while urging residents to keep affected families in their thoughts.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • 7th Annual Warriors Walk for Veterans Suicide Prevention. Saturday Sept. 19, 2026 —Larry Paveza Read on Patch
  • Hi I would like to ask your opinion.
    We had hail damage and the insurance okayed the claim. The roofing company, a reputable place located in our town, says we have the option to sign… (Nextdoor Spencer Road)
  • FedEx posted a job opening for Manager, Customer Service in New Lenox. Apply here.
  • Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Domino's Pizza Customer Service Rep/ Pizza MakerNew Lenox IL (Must be 18 years of age) in New Lenox. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Lenox here.

🗞 Nearby News

Mokena

  • Small Batch Beer Fest Back At Mokena's Crafted 1979, Small Street Market Returns (patch.com)

Lockport

Frankfort

  • Prayer vigil set for Friday to remember 2 children killed in Frankfort in 1 week (abc7chicago.com)
  • IEA: 'No hay lugar para el racismo/IEA: 'There is no place for racism (eldianews.net)

Ok New Lenox! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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