Mallory Whaley has been an editor and journalist and currently writes for Patch. That future was possibly impacted by her experience of 9/11
The village is considering an increase to the $1 daily fee charged to park in the Metra commuter lot off Route 30. It would help pay for various upgrades and most notably a security camera system that would aim to reduce ongoing car part thefts in the lot
Every week, we'll pull facts and figures from the 2010 Census to help paint a picture of the community that makes up New Lenox.
New Lenox resident Brian Wilhelm enlisted in the Army just before 9/11, and then lost his leg in Iraq. But he's taken the experience to move forward in life by becoming a paralympic athlete and standout student.
When New Lenox resident Kevin Kwiecinski decided to enlist in the Army, his parents begged him to reconsider. It was seven years after 9/11, with two wars going on, and he demanded to be on the front lines.
A golf outing today will help raise money for the community youth center, which will re-open this weekend after closing for the summer as it worked through zoning issues with the county.
Bill Walter has been involved with local government for most of his life, but he's kept engaged and active even after retiring and losing an election. He said more people should be joining him at all the Village Board meetings so they can get their questi
Congressman Adam Kinzinger and about 15 business owners discussed the impact the economy and national debt have had on their local operations during a meeting Tuesday in New Lenox.
Republican candidates for the Will County Board and other positions met with the Lincolnway Tea Party last week, and their main concern was keeping "Cook County politics" out of Will County.
Jobs were the main focus of a town hall meeting in Channahon for Congressman Adam Kinzinger, who represents the Lincoln-Way area in the 11th Congressional District.
As the 10th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, we'll share some stories of how that day impacted residents' lives. Have your own story, or remember where you were that day? Join the remembrance.
The New Lenox Village Board met in closed session Thursday night to talk about funding for a new police station, public works facility and extension of Nelson Road. To pay for projects, the village will adjust utility rates and increase the home-rule sale
The bird was confirmed to have the potentially serious virus Aug. 30. It's the first positive case of a bird carrying West Nile Virus in Will County this year, and there are no human cases in the county yet.
The village reached an agreement with Direct Energy to purchase electricity at a bulk rate, and now Mokena and Frankfort, among others, are exploring the option.
The New Lenox Village Commons was packed with supporters and their motorcycles to honor our military's wounded veterans and fallen soldiers.
Board approves 15 year, $12 billion capital plan funded by the first general toll increase since 1983.
Tuminello, elected in 2005 to the New Lenox Village Board, could potentially fill an open seat left by departing Will County Board member Laurie Smith (R-New Lenox).
The New Lenox Village Board approved Nancy Roman as its new economic development director, passed a comprehensive village alcohol code and more during its Aug. 22, 2011 meeting.
Owners of Prime Time Restaurant & Bar said they lost money during the week when they had to stop serving at 11 p.m., but residents in the area are concerned a midnight close would increase noise issues.
Laurie Smith (R-New Lenox) won't run for re-election, opening up one spot for the 2012 race.
The New Lenox Township food pantry sought help earlier this summer to feed the growing number of families who needed help. But as kids start going back to school, the number of visits are expected to drop until the holiday season.
A vendor wants New Lenox to buy electric vehicle charging stations, something he believes would encourage more people to purchase the energy-saving cars.
Dan Stinnett, director of the local youth center, said the cost of the permit and other improvements have eaten almost all of The Hub's operating budget. As school nears, he hopes the Will County Board will approve his permit so he can re-open for student
Republican Donald Peloquin, the Blue Island mayor, is talking with family and business partners about running for the 1st Congressional District.
Randall Lowman, who worked in his position for 12 years, should be replaced in the next few weeks, Mayor Tim Baldermann said.
After Gov. Pat Quinn eliminated $11 million from the state's budget, regional superintendents, including Will County's Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, are left without pay and unanswered questions about the future of the position.
The New Lenox Public Library Board passed the tentative budget Monday night and could finalize it next month.
The New Lenox trustees also annexed new land into the village, granted a liquor license and cut a monthly board meeting.
Unfamiliar with New Lenox village code? The Village Board reviewed an update ordinance that would slightly increase some fines for violations. Get the rundown here.
New Lenox issued more single-family home permits in the first half of 2011 than it had in all of 2010.
The village's streets and drainage committee discussed a couple projects that would allow for safer foot and bicycle traffic along busy roads. Combined, the projects could cost up to $75,000.
Every week, we'll break down different numbers that paint a picture of New Lenox.
Salmonella outbreaks have been reported in 26 states, including seven in Illinois, but no recall has been issued yet.
Because of a change in federal law, nearly a dozen New Lenox non-profits, some that no longer exist, didn't file necessary paperwork to continue accepting donations.
For the first time in 28 years, the Proud American Days organized a memorial ceremony for veterans Sunday in New Lenox.
Lou Vargas, the commander of local VFW Post 9545, was honored Wednesday night.