New Lenox developer William Bolker hopes to build an age- and income-restricted housing complex on 3 acres just east of the commercial development that includes Berkot's Super Foods. The village's Plan Commission voted Tuesday to recommend a special use
Rep. Renee Kosel (R-New Lenox) issued a nine-question survey in January that covered a wide range of issues, including job creation, income taxes, schools and more. Kosel said she'll use the feedback to "represent the district effectively."
During a streets committee meeting this week, village trustee Annette Bowden said she witnessed a couple near misses at Illinois Highway and Gear Drive.
After approving a utility tax increase last year, the village said it would begin a 20-year road resurfacing plan in 2013. But there's enough money in the budget this year to tackle some priority projects, including Pine Street near St. Jude.
The Village of New Lenox posted a reminder to residents about what and where is OK when it comes to supporting a candidate for office.
The village designed a plaque after opening the new Village Hall that lists people from New Lenox who have served in the Armed Forces.
New Lenox developer William Bolker hopes to build an age- and income-restricted housing complex on 3 acres just east of the commercial development that includes Berkot's Super Foods.
New Lenox's new state representative, Anthony DeLuca, hopes his new legislation would allow cases that have been dismissed to be expunged from the accused person's record.
I highlight some of the top stories of the past month in New Lenox.
At Monday's Village Board meeting, trustees authorized spending for 20 percent of engineering for road plans, allowing them to apply for grants for the additional 80 percent. The road projects the village is looking at include Haven and Cedar as well as R
Because Chicago is passing on the cost of infrastructure improvements to the suburbs that use Lake Michigan water, suburbs including New Lenox are increasing the rates they charge. New Lenox approved an increase of about $5 to the monthly minimum charge.
The Village of New Lenox and the Park District could trade land that would provide a spot for a new police station and allow the parks to get more office space in the existing station at no cost to taxpayers.
Gov. Pat Quinn's proposal to merge state's 868 districts failed to consider financial incentives promised under the law, according to a recent study.
Will County cut more than 100 polling places this year to save money, meaning you might have to vote at a new place. Find out where you'll be voting here.
The parade committee canceled the event in 2009 due to the arrests and public drunkenness. Officials promise a "zero tolerance" policy regarding alcohol this year, but do you think that will be enforced?
The deadline to register to vote in the March primary election is Feb. 21. Find out what you need to register and where you can do it locally.
In Decemeber 2010, the Village Board approved a deal with Canadian National Railway that will give New Lenox quiet zones, landscaping and safety mechanisms for one of its rail lines at no cost.
New Lenox is exploring whether non-residents who use well water should be able to keep their wells when annexed into the village.
Democracy isn't a spectator sport. Tell us the questions you'd like us to put to the candidates.
Renee Kosel (R-New Lenox) said she'll use the feedback to "represent the district effectively" when the General Assembly returns for its spring session Jan. 31.
The Plan Commission held a public hearing last week to discuss a senior housing complex that would be built off Calistoga Drive and Laraway Road, near Berkot's Super Foods.
While Iowa Patch editors followed the caucus with live coverage, a couple students from the New Lenox area were interviewed about their support for Ron Paul.
New Lenox's capital improvements projects, the opening of Silver Cross Hospital and more issues that should be big in the new year.
New Lenox will be divided between two congressional districts following approval of Democratic-drawn maps. Find out where you fit and who filed to run in the March 20 primary election.
There will be challenges, but help is available through the Will County Health Department for those who want to quit for good.
Tragic deaths, exciting growth and major decisions all captured our attention in 2011. Read my list of the 11 most important stories from 2011 in New Lenox.
The resale shop and other stores located in the strip center, off West Circle Drive and Route 30, were brought into village territory.
As of Jan. 1, 2012, it will be a felony to sell or possess synthetic marijuana in Illinois. The state attorney called it a "public health crisis" and said he'll be working with Will County villages to make sure the drug isn't being sold in local shops.
The New Lenox school board met Dec. 14 to pass the property tax levy. The board also approved new contracts and met in executive session for a lengthy period of time.
Five years after completing a study on a 1.5-mile stretch of Route 30, New Lenox will get some help in finding new ways to improve the image, accessibility and downtown feel of the area.
The New Lenox Library Board met Monday night and discussed its 2011 property tax levy.
New Lenox will levy about $50,000 more in taxes this year, which means about $10 more for the average homeowner than last year. But the Village Board reminded residents that they'll get half their 2010 property taxes back.
The New Lenox Village Board approved a slight tax increase Monday, but is also reminding residents to turn in tax rebate forms that will refund 50 percent of last year's property taxes.
The deadline for state House and Senate candidates to file for the election was Monday, and the only contested race for New Lenox voters is one between three Democrats.
Monday was the state and county deadline to file for elections. Get a breakdown of who will be on your ballot in New Lenox, Mokena and Frankfort.
New Lenox officials continue to negotiate a deal with a local landowner that could give the village a portion of land that would be the future site of a new police station.
Two New Lenox-based companies have settled an environmental dispute with the state and another company, agreeing to pay damages related to pollution that eroded part of a Will County Forest Preserve.
Get a recap of all the action from the Nov. 28 Village Board meeting, including a big check for the township food pantry and an extension for the site plan in the Walmart development.
Candidates have until Dec. 5 to file their nomination petitions. Because of a lawsuit challenging Illinois' new congressional map, the filing period for U.S. House candidates has been pushed back.
Canadian National Railway agreed with New Lenox last year to pay for the upgrades necessary to qualify for quiet zones, and Will County officials recently approved local quiet zones in its jurisdiction.