'Keep The Wreath Red' Campaign Promotes Fire Safety In Plainfield

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

Plainfield Deemed Fastest-Growing 'Boomtown' In Illinois: New Research

Plainfield is one of the fastest-growing places often also considered great investments, according to data from a personal finance resource.

Werk Force Brewing Wins 2 Medals At National Beer Competition

The Plainfield brewery was the only one from Illinois to win two medals at this year's Great American Beer Festival.

National Drug Take-Back Day Event Coming To Plainfield

The event gives locals the chance to anonymously dispose of unwanted, expired or unused medications.

Plainfield Park District Chosen As Best In Will County

It's the second year the Plainfield Park District was chosen the best in the Herald-News Best of Will County Readers' Choice Awards.

Forest Preserve's Fall Take It Outside Challenge Begins Oct. 6

Complete missions to earn prizes with this popular program that features a variety of nature-themed challenges throughout the preserves.

Plainfield To Come Together Again To Remember Boy Killed In Hate Crime

The nonprofit American Muslims Assisting Neighbors is hosting a tribute for Wadee Alfayoumi, a year after he was killed.

Isle a la Cache presents 'Indige-Facts,' a Native American exhibit

Learn about contemporary Native life in the United States. The free traveling exhibit opens Saturday, Sept. 21.

See Why Plainfield Educator Has 'Gift Of Teaching': Teacher Spotlight

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Plainfield Educator 'Was Made To Be A Teacher': Spotlight

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Plainfield ESL Teacher Shouted Out For Prioritizing Students

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Plainfield To Host Community Food Drive For Hunger Action Month

The community food drive will benefit Bags of Hope, the Plainfield Area Interfaith Food Pantry and the St. John Lutheran Church Food Pantry.

Buy funny nature shirts, save 20% and support a good cause

All orders include free shipping and all proceeds from sales go to fund conservation and nature education initiatives.

Teacher Spotlight: Plainfield Educator 'Makes Learning Fun'

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Plainfield Teacher Is 'One Of The Most Dedicated': Spotlight

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

'We Take A Very Proactive Approach' To Traffic: Plainfield Mayor

In a letter to the editor, Mayor John Argoudelis addressed residents' concerns with traffic, listing improvements and studies underway.

Plainfield Kindergarten Teacher Is 'One In A Million': Spotlight

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'Truly Cares About Each And Every Student': Teacher Spotlight

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

National Night Out In Plainfield: See What's Planned

The community will come together at Settlers' Park for an evening of free food, live music and family-friendly activities.

See Why A Special Education Teacher From Plainfield Was Shouted Out

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Plainfield Teacher Spotlight: 'She Treats Students As Her Own Kids'

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See Why This Plainfield Teacher 'Deserves The World': Spotlight

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Everyone is welcome at Four Rivers for All Abilities on July 24

This Forest Preserve event at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center in Channahon is designed for people of varying abilities.

See Why A Plainfield Physics Teacher Was Shouted Out

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Plainfield Park District Again Earns Prestigious Budget Award

It's the eighth consecutive year the Plainfield Park District received the the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.

'Happiest, Friendliest' Plainfield Special Ed Teacher Gets Shout Out

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Plainfield Teacher Spotlight: 'She Cares For Everyone'

The preschool teacher "is the most compassionate, caring teacher that I know," the submission reads.

Plainfield Educator 'Goes Over And Beyond' For Students: Spotlight

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Plainfield High School English Teacher Gets Shout Out

Heather-Dawn Edwards "never gives up on her students," the submission reads.

'The Friendliest Teacher': Why A Plainfield Educator Was Shouted Out

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

'Puts Their Whole Being Into Teaching': Plainfield Teacher Spotlight

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Plainfield Area Public Library Announces StoryWalk® Showcase Contest

The StoryWalk® Showcase Contest will run from July 1 to August 24.

Try To Pull An Armored Truck The Fastest At Plainfield PD Challenge

The annual Armored Truck Challenge will once again benefit Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois.

Save Money On Forest Preserve Merch During Fourth Of July Sales Event

Spend $35 at OutsiderThreads.com now through July 5 to get 15% off merchandise. All proceeds go to The Nature Foundation of Will County.

16-Mile Ride With The Mayor Returns Plainfield Fest Weekend

Cyclists will take off from Village Green Park, ride 8 miles to Shorewood and stop for a drink at a local bar before returning.

Garbage Pickup To Start Early Again Amid Hot Temperature In Plainfield

The National Weather Service​ predicts a high between 85 and 90 degrees on Monday​.

Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine Shouted Out As 2024 Grad

The Plainfield native grad's favovite experience was vaccinating wildebeest via dart gun from a helicopter, her mother said.

Here's Why Oswego East High School Alum Was Shouted Out As 2024 Grad

The Plainfield native "works hard at whatever she puts her mind to."

Garbage Collection Earlier This Week Due To Extreme Heat: Village

Peak heat index values are forecast to be between 100-105 degrees this week in the Chicagoland area.

Compassion Is Plainfield Grad's 'Superpower': Grad Shoutout

The Timber Ridge grad is active in sports, charity and volunteering, her grandmother writes.