Cadet Program Focus Of Palos Park PD's 'Coffee With A Cop' Wednesday

The next community gathering with police officials will take place on Oct. 18 at the Plush Horse in Palos Park.

Halloween 5K, Kids Dash Set At Moraine Valley, Costumes Encouraged

There's still time to sign up for the 2023 Halloween 5K run/walk and kids dash Saturday, Oct. 28, at Moraine Valley Community College.

St. Nicholas Philoptochos Bazaar and Food Fair

The Ladies Philoptochos 50th Annual Bazaar is Coming to Oak Lawn, IL; October 21 and 22

Palos Runners Finish 2023 Chicago Marathon

The 45th edition of the race featured more than 47,000 runners Sunday in Chicago, the most ever finishers in the history of the race.

Anglers Hope To Reel In Biggest Fish At Horsetail Lake Fishing Derby

Bring your rod, reel and tackle to Palos Park' fall fishing derby Saturday, Oct. 14, at Horsetail Lake for prizes and family fun.

Workshops Offered In October At MVCC For National Novel Writing Month

Moraine Valley will host workshops during October that challenges writers of all levels and abilities to write a novel in November.

Palos Park Celebrates The Mighty Oak At 'OAK-tober Fest'

The family friendly fest celebrates the mighty oak Monday, Oct. 9, featuring games, activites and crafts on the Palos Park Village Green.

Palos Park Social Club Re-Launches As 'Ages 50 And Better' Club

Older residents are invited to learn about new programs and enjoy a performance by Hugo Elvis Sunday, Oct 8, at the Palos Park Rec Center.

Poisonous ‘Jack-O-Lantern’ Mushrooms Bloom In Palos Forest Preserves

The orange, glow-in-the-dark shrooms were discovered growing near Lagrange and McCarthy roads, but you don't want to eat them.

Nursing Home Resident's Family Awarded $5.5M In Power Outage Death

The family of Bettye Patterson received the judgment years after the 80-year-old died during a power outage at Providence Palos Heights.

Palos Park's PD's Coffee With A Cop Focuses On Fire Investigations

The next community gathering with local police and fire officials will take place on Sept. 20 at the Plush Horse in Palos Park.

Palos Hills Alderman 'Meets And Exceeds' Needs Of Residents

Mike LeBarre is being recognized by an area resident for his service to Palos Hills residents and his willingness to listen and act.

Palos Park Police Announce Road Closures For Autumn In The Park Parade

123rd Street/McCarthy Road will be closed between 96th Avenue (Route 45) and 80th Avenue Saturday, Sept. 16 for Autumn In The Park parade.

Palos Park Autumn In The Park 2023: What You Need To Know

Autumn In The Park features fall fun, a parade, music, wine, spirits, art and kids activities Sept. 15 and Sept. 16 in Palos Park.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month @ Green Hills Public Library!

To celebrate, new cardholders who sign-up for a Library card during the month of September will receive a Green Hills welcome bag!

Moraine Valley CC, Pace Team Up To Offer Free Bus Driving Course

The free two-week course offers local residents the chance to obtain their commercial driver's license and begin work for the bus company.

Palos Heights and Palos Park Police Step Up Labor Day DUI Patrols

Palos Park and Palos police will be patroling the roads through Labor Day, Sept. 4, for impaired and distracted drivers.

Family Of Man Killed In Wrong-Way Crash Sets Up GoFundMe For 5 Sons

The family of a Worth man killed Aug. 6 by a wrong-way driver, has started a GoFndMe for his sons and wife who was also injured in the crash

Palos Communities Open Cooling Centers As Temperatures Soar

Here's some information to survive the week's excessive heat watch in Palos, including cooling centers and where to report a power outage.

March In Palos Park's 2023 Autumn In Palos Park Parade

Applications are still being taken for the 2023 Autumn in the Park Parade through Thursday, Aug. 31.

Come Have A Cup Of Joe With Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller

Bring your public safety questions and concerns Friday, Aug. 25, to the Coffee With the Chief Open House at the Palos Park police station.

Rummage For Treasures At The Children's Farm At The Center

The Center's Children's Farm's annual giant rummage sale features loads of houswares, books, tools, crafts and more Aug. 25 to Aug. 27.

Autumn In The Park Committee Looking To Crown First Miss Palos Park

Young women aged 16 to 22 are invited to enter the 'Miss Palos Park ' Pageant Sept. 10 at the rec center. Deadline to enter is Sept. 8.

Palos Park Police Kick Off School Safety, Will Enforce School Bus Laws

Drivers be warned: Palos Park police announce plans to enforce school bus passing laws from the street and aboard the bus on problem routes.

Sts. Constantine And Helen Greek Fest Features Authentic Food, Music

Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church features Greek music, food, dancing and more Aug. 19 and Aug. 20 in Palos Hills.

Palos Heights School District 128 Preschool Screening

Preschool screening for all children residing within district boundaries who are three (3) to five (5) years of age

Palos Park Police Discuss Crime, Drag Racing At Cog Hill Lunch Forum

Palos Park police will host a free forum Friday, Aug. 4, at Cog Hill, where village officials will discuss crime tends and no-cash bail.

Palos Hills Police And Residents Unite For National Night Out

Leave the porch light on and join Palos Hills police for 2022 National Night Out at Town Square Park Tuesday, Aug. 1.

Back The Blue At Palos Heights Police Department's National Night Out

Take a tour of the Palos Heights police station, watch a K9 demo, learn about personal safety and more Tuesday, Aug. 1.

Family Honors Legacy Of Mom Of 4, Stagg HS Alum

April Glays, 34, moved away and followed an unlikely path to a unique life—one her family hopes to preserve for her sons after her death.

Bats For Brains Raises Money, Awareness For Brain Tumor Research

Family pays forward son's recovery from a brain tumor by holding a wiffle ball tournament Saturday, July 22, at PBO Fields in Palos Heights.

Palos Park Police Switch To Smart911 Emergency Notification System

Palos Park enhances 911 services and emergency notification with 'Smart911. Residents are encouraged to create profiles.

Tell Us Your Favorite Ice Cream Spots In Palos

Sunday is National Ice Cream Day. We're asking readers to weigh in on their favorite place to get ice cream in and near Palos.

Big, Fat Greek Fest Planned Saturday and Sunday At St. Spyridon

Opa! St. Spyridon Hellenic Orthodox Church Greek Fest offers Greek cuisine, pastry, dancing, music and raffles July 8-9 in Palos Heights.

Boil Order In Effect For Parts Of Palos Hills

A water main break near 101st Street and 82nd Avenue prompts a boil order for about 100 households.

New Bike Fix-It Station Opens At Cal-Sag Trailhead

A new bike fix-it station equipped with tools and air pump opens at the Cal-Sag Trailhead to help cyclists deal with mishaps on the trail.

Fireworks Near Me: Palos July 4th Events 2023

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Palos.

School Supply Drive at Green Hills Public Library

Donate items at the Youth Services Desk from July 5-August 11.

Kids Day Friday At The Hills Farmers Market

It's all about the kids Friday, June 30, at the Hills Farmer's Market, featuring free face painting and balloon twisting, good eats and more

Fireworks Laws, Ordinances Will Be Enforced July 4th In Palos

Palos Park, Palos Heights and Palos Hills police will enforce state fireworks laws and local ordinances during the July 4th holiday.