🌱 Patch AM: Plainfield Woman, 24, Killed In Big Rock Crash: Coroner

Be sure to catch Grammy-Nominated Bluegrass Friday at Werk Force Brewing - No Cover on the Plainfield Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: See How Plainfield D202 High Schools Rank In 2026-27: U.S. News

Coming up: Story Idea: Healthy Aging Gets an AI Boost in Plainfield on the Plainfield Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: 3 Plainfield Trustee Seats Will Be On 2027 Consolidated Election Ballot

Happening soon: Confident Communicators Toastmasters meeting on the Plainfield Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Police chase from Bolingbrook ends in crash at Plainfield intersection

Spotted on the Plainfield calendar: Confident Communicators Toastmasters meeting

🌱 Patch AM: Which Plainfield football showdowns could decide this year’s playoff spots?

Coming up on the Plainfield Patch calendar: Back to School - Sweet Sip Social - Dirty Soda Pop-Up

🌱 Patch AM: Escaped Horse Crashes Into Car In Unincorporated Will County: Sheriff

Coming up on the Plainfield Patch calendar: 5th Annual End of Summer Luau

🌱 Patch AM: Plainfield Police, CN Railway Crossing Enforcement Yields 35 Tickets

Also, don’t miss 5th Annual End of Summer Luau on the Plainfield Patch calendar

$10.25M Jackpot-Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Plainfield Grocery Store

The newly minted multi-millionaire has one year from the draw date to claim the winnings.

8 Ways To Make The Most Of Summer Before Plainfield School Year Starts

While the new school year starts soon in Plainfield, there is a slew of fun activities scheduled until then.

National Night Out In Plainfield: See What Free Activities Are Planned

The nationwide National Night Out aims to strengthen police-community relationships while promoting camaraderie among neighbors.

Enter to win a once-in-a-lifetime Pebble Beach golf experience

Support St. Coletta’s of Illinois while competing in the 2026 Lexus Champions for Charity National Championship

Hungry Kids In Plainfield May Not Be Getting Enough To Eat This Summer

The summer months have historically exposed a significant shortfall in child nutrition, but federal assistance is available in two ways.

Plainfield Park District Achieves 'Triple Crown' In Financial Reporting

The Plainfield Park District is one of 441 governments that received the Triple Crown for the 2024 fiscal year.

Season Opener Approaches For 19th Annual Plainfield Farmers Market

Plainfield Farmers Market shoppers can expect a wide variety of vendors that will shift weekly.

Local Library Wins National Marketing Award

Plainfield Area Public Library receives ALA PR XChange Award.

New Joliet Dispensary To Donate 100% Of Grand Opening Profits To Charity

Bisa Lina celebrates its Joliet Grand Opening with community-wide charity event benefiting several local & national nonprofit organizations

Overdose-Reversing Drug Distribution Box Added In Plainfield

The Will County Health Department added 11 more Naloxone red boxes, saying making it more available has helped decrease overdose deaths.

Plainfield Police Will Take To Dunkin' Roofs In Fundraising Effort

The cops on the rooftop will be raising money for Special Olympics Illinois.

4/20 Extravaganza at Bisa Lina Joliet

Free food, live broadcast from 95.9 The River at 4pm & giveaways. Lowest dispensary prices in Illinois. 2121 W Jefferson St. 21+ with ID.

Prescription Drug Collection Planned This Spring In Plainfield

The Plainfield Police Department is participating in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency-coordinated National Take-Back Day.

Inside Cottage Living at Wittenberg Village

From a Brand Partner: Take a closer look at maintenance-free senior living in a welcoming community in the Crown Point area.

Plainfield, Waste Collector Host Week Of Spring Cleaning Pickups

Mattresses, kitchen appliances and carpet will be collected during the week-long event.

Fish Fry 2026: Where To Find Lenten Meals Near Plainfield

Observing Lent or looking for a nice seafood meal? Here are some local fish fry events taking place Fridays through April.

Sip without the spirits at Mocktails at the Museum

Sample a variety of mocktails at Isle a la Cache Museum while learning how the ingredients connect to nature. Register by Feb. 11.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Plainfield? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Plainfield.

'Some Broke Into Tears': Plainfield Gathers For Candlelight Vigil Honoring Man Shot By ICE In Minnesota

About 80 people gathered in Settlers' Park to remember Alex Pretti, an Illinois native who was shot and killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis.

Plainfield Opens Warming Center As Wind Chills Expected To Drop 35 Below Zero

The temporary warming center will operate as a warming center while a Wind Chill Advisory is in place by the National Weather Service.

Plainfield Park District Receives Matching $600K Grant For Tamarack Settlement Park Development

The park will have a larger playground, incline hockey rink, pickleball courts and other elements, all meeting or exceeding ADA guidelines.

Forest Preserve's New Trail Club Kicks Off Jan. 6

The club features weekly hikes at a different preserve each month January through March in Naperville, Channahon and Plainfield.

Plainfield's Biggest Stories Of 2025: Here Are The 10 Top Headlines

Plainfield Patch's most-read stories of 2025 included business openings, a list-topping accolade and crashes involving teenagers.

Forest Preserve’s Be a Trailblazer experience returns in 2026 with $15,000 prize pool

The yearlong, nature-based challenge will motivate you to keep moving and make friends. Collectible pins will be awarded for points earned.

Plainfield Library Story Contest Opens For Elementary Students

The Plainfield Area Public Library launched its annual Short Story Contest in time for winter break.

Plainfield Lions Club Donates $61K To Local Families

The Lions Club's program reached 192 families this year, organizers said.

Cross-Country Skiing Is Back At Electric Park

The recent snowfall has primed Electric Park for cross-country skiing.

This Suburb Was Named 'Biggest Boomtown' In IL

The village is one of the country's 49 boomtowns, which are seeing positive economic activity and population growth.

'Keep The Wreath Red' Campaign Encourages Fire Safety For The Holidays In Plainfield

If a fire starts because of holiday decorations, the red lights on wreaths displayed outside stations will be replaced with white ones.

Spread Holiday Cheer With Forest Preserve Merchandise Deals

The more you spend, the more you save during Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday deals. Proceeds benefit nature!

Plainfield's Riverview Farmstead Preserve Expands By 40 Acres Thanks To Forest Preserve Purchase

The land purchased by the Forest Preserve District is one of the last parcels zoned for agricultural use in Plainfield, officials said.

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Lost Cremation Jewelry

Prescription Drug Take-Back Event Planned In Plainfield

The event offers a way for locals to safely dispose of used or unwanted prescriptions, medical sharps and unexpired diabetic supplies.

​On October 30th in Plainfield: `Understanding Social Security'

At Plainfield Area Public Library, Jigar Doshi of Bentron Financial Group helps people navigate key retirement step

GoFundMe Created For Family Of Plainfield Man Killed In New Lenox Crash

The 21-year-old was riding a motorcycle on I-80 when he reportedly lost control, crashed and was ejected from the vehicle, police said.

2 D202 Students Tapped For ISBE Student Advisory Council

District 202 is the only school district in Illinois this year with two representatives on the 21-member council.

Elaine Bottomley: Candidate for JJC Trustee

Elaine Bottomley is one of six candidates on the ballot for JJC Trustee for three open at-large seats.

Hiring Immediately School Bus Drivers - Up to $4000 Sign on Bonus

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School of Rock Now Playing in Aurora

Last Day is Sunday, June 4

Free Home Show Returns to Romeoville This Weekend! March 18 & 19

The Free Home Show Returns to Romeoville This Weekend! Larger Than Ever, on March 18 & 19 with Free Admission & Parking!

A Performing Arts Education for Everyone

Explore what benefits the performing arts have in store for you and your child!

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Center for Independence through Conductive Education

The Sound of Music at Paramount Theatre in Aurora

The Chicago Tribune gives it 4 stars!