Harper provides ECACE scholarships for early childhood educators

A member of the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity, Harper College is removing barriers for childcare workers looking to upskill

Rotary Club of Palatine accepts 2023 allocation applications

The Rotary Club of Palatine is currently accepting applications from local community organizations for possible donations from the club.

50th Reunion of "SMOW 1972" at Emmett's Brewing Co.

St. Mary Of the Woods grade school (SMOW) '72 had a November to remember.

Alzheimer's Awareness & Support for Caregivers

National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month

Friends of Palatine Library Host a Pop-up Sale

Shop the collection for DVDs and Blu-rays for your latest binge watch.

Harper College’s JEDI Faculty Fellows are a force for change

As part of the college's new fellowship, Drs. Markenya L. Williams and Alina Pajtek are seeking ways to close equity gaps

Harper College to host one-day vaccination clinic on December 1

In partnership with the Illinois Department of Pubic Health, the clinic will offer protection against the flu, Monkeypox and COVID-19

Local Catholic School Honors Veterans

St. Thomas of Villanova Hosts Veteran's Day Celebration

Harper College Partners with Costa Rica’s National University

Harper and Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica, Campus Sarapiquí pledge to increase their cultural exchange programs

Holiday Stress Relief- Gift Wrapping Days Are Here

With the holiday season just around the corner, Elderwerks can help ease holiday stress by wrapping gifts.

Film Festival Hosts "A Toast to 2023" Fundraiser on November 11

Blue Whiskey Independent Film Festival (BWiFF) will host fundraiser for 2023 season on November 11 at Emmett's Brewing Company in Palatine.

Harper College police accreditation process invites public comment

The public is invited to provide comments as the Harper College Police Department seeks accreditation.

Families welcome to explore Harper College’s Experience Day

Experience Day, a family-friendly, interactive event featuring more than 40 hands-on activities and demonstrations, takes place November 5

Harper College to Host One-Day Vaccination Clinic on October 27

In partnership with the Illinois Department of Pubic Health, the clinic will offer free flu, Monkeypox and COVID-19 vaccinations

Harper College President’s art award recipients discover common bond

Harper’s President’s Office will feature two pieces of artwork as part of this year’s President's Art Selection Award

Sen. Dick Durbin visits Harper College, meets with apprentices

Durbin recently visited Harper to discuss a variety of topics related to education, student support and Illinois’ workforce needs

More Older Adults Facing Hunger in 2022

In order to help seniors, we have organized a food collection drive during October.

Harper, Rush partner for Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program

Innovative program allows a cohort to receive tuition-free instruction at Harper College while gaining on-the-job experience

Palatine High School's Trick-or-Treat Fest returns Oct. 27

Palatine High School's annual Trick-or-Treat Fest returns for 2022 on Thursday, October 27th from 5 to 6:30PM.

Harper College to hold investiture ceremony for Dr Avis Proctor

Harper will celebrate the investiture of its sixth president during a formal ceremony and swearing in on Thursday, October 6

Harper College seeks volunteers for free ultrasounds

Harper's Diagnostic Cardiac and Medical Sonography programs are seeking volunteers interested in receiving free non-diagnostic ultrasounds

Palatine American Legion holds golf outing fundraiser

The American Legion Post 690 is holding a golf outing on October 14th at Palatine Hills Golf Course followed by a steak dinner at the Legion

Harper College holds Employee Attraction and Retention Summit Sept. 23

"Where Did Everybody Go?" Harper College to hold Employee Attraction and Retention Summit Sept. 23 to help businesses address challenges.

​Thrifting Anyone? Why Not Volunteer and Get a 30% Discount

Home of the Sparrow's thrift stores are in need of volunteer help. Do you have time?

Harper College awarded Fulbright-Hays Group Projects Abroad grant

Harper’s Office of International Education received $163K from the U.S. Department of Education for a group study project in East Africa

Harper program offers free math, English, digital literacy training

Harper College's Paths to College and Career program provides free training in transportation, logistics, business management, health care

Palatine Library District Employee Wins Prestigious Scholarship

Palatine Library employee is named one of sixty recipients of American Library Association's Spectrum scholarship

New Harper College programs include a/v, health education certificates

This fall, Harper will offer a Health Education Teaching Endorsement for teachers and an innovative Audio/Video Arts Technology Certificate

New options make transportation to Harper easier, more affordable

Harper College is excited to introduce transportation options, including a new bus route, ride-share program and bike-share pilot

Aaron Del Mar Elected State Central Committeeman

Del Mar is the first Asian and Palatine resident to be elected to the 5th Congressional District, to help the Illinois Republican Party.

Harper College student revs up her career with motorsports internship

Fascinated by building race cars, Leela Edwards is one of five Women in Motorsports interns gaining firsthand experience during race season

Palatine Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store and Donation Center Set to Open

Your volunteer help is needed. It takes 30 to 50 volunteers, high school age and over, to operate the Palatine store.

Palatine Chamber WIBAF Group Awards Scholarships

Area high school students Melanie Reidel (PHS) and Jill Sheehan (FHS) honored by Women in Business networking group

Harper College Educational Foundation gives $100K to local nonprofits

Foundation partners with organizations focused on the advancement of equity, diversity and economic mobility for underserved communities

Palatine Sparrow's Nest Thrift Store Prepares to Open

Volunteers are needed!

62 Illinois Shotokan Karate Athletes Compete at Championships

Local athletes compete for prestigious title

Harper College, NCH partner for CNA apprenticeship program

NCH-Harper Advantage program enables NCH to add nursing assistants while empowering employees to change careers at no cost

Join GOP Lieutenant Governor Candidate Aaron Del Mar at Awake Illinois

The event takes place on Saturday, June 18 in Naperville at 5 p.m. with Keynote Speaker Corey DeAngelis Ph.D. Tickets are still available.

Join Gubernatorial Candidate Gary Rabine for a Candidate Meet & Greet

Rabine and his running mate, Aaron Del Mar, will be in Winthrop Harbor on June 17 to explain issues impacting families and communities.

Lt. Governor Candidate Aaron Del Mar to Visit Tazewell & Peoria County

The meet-and-greet will take place at Peoria Civic Center Ballroom on June 20 at 5:30 p.m. with Keynote Speaker, Vice President Mike Pence.