The Story of O’Hara Woods

The story of O'Hara Woods dates back to 1969 when the Village of Romeoville purchased it from John and Herbert Alexander.

Fire Academy Awarded Grant to Train Underserved Firefighters/EMTs

​The Romeoville Fire Academy is proud to announce its selection as a partner in Endeavor Health's 2024 Community Investment Fund (CIF).

Local HS Artists Honored At Lewis University Invitational

High school students from Romeoville, Lockport, Plainfield and other surrounding towns were honored.

Plainfield Township Offers Scholarship Opportunity

Applications will be accepted through March 1.

Preserve's Take It Outside Challenge Begins

The 2024 program will be divided into seasonal challenges instead of a yearlong competition.

Lewis University Participates In New Joliet Historical Museum Exhibit

The shared exhibition will be displayed at the Joliet Area Historical Museum from Jan. 12 through March 1 in honor of Black History Month.

Romeoville's Dive-In Movie Rescheduled Due To Weather

The movie at the new aquatic center was originally planned for Friday evening, but programs have been canceled due to the snow.

Romeoville Winter Storm: School Closures, Storm Warning

Snow accumulations could be greater than six inches, and winds could be as high as 50 mph.

High School Artists Exhibit Begins At Lewis University On Jan. 11

Local students from nine high schools are featured in the show.

Dunkin' Should Open By Spring In Former Discount Tire Building

The rest of the storefronts will also be available for lease in early spring.

Romeoville Plans 'Party In Pink' Supporting Pink Heals Of Joliet

The fundraiser for breast cancer awareness will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Feb. 23.

Celebrate The New Year At Isle A La Cache

The museum will hold "Bonne Année: A New Year Celebration!" from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 13.

Romeoville Plans Enchanted Ball, Spring Events For Families

Registration for the event ends on Jan. 21.

Isle A La Cache Museum Closed Wednesday Due To Power Outage

The Romeoville museum is expected to reopen on Thursday.

Romeoville Winter Weather Reminders: Snow Parking, Warming Centers

In Romeoville, the Village does enforce a snow parking ordinance when 2 or more inches of snow is received.

Vitt Factor Announces "The Ripple Effect" Speakers for Jan. 4 Event

This life-changing event will take place at Bolingbrook Country Club and aims to inspire and motivate attendees to achieve their goals.

Save The Date For 20th Annual Springtide Craft Show

The 20th annual show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 9.

Forest Preserve Plans 2024 Events At Isle A La Cache

An exhibit is planned later this year at the Romeoville nature center, as well as a Pollinator Party.

First 'Dive-In' Movie Planned At Romeoville Aquatic Center

Enjoy the indoor pool and watch "The Little Mermaid" in January.

Lewis University, St. Augustine Complete First Step Of Merger

The university said the final step of the process will happen after formal approval by the U.S. Department of Education.

Immerse Yourself In History With Joliet, Marquette Adventure

Sign up for a quest on Dec. 28 at Isle a la Cache Museum in Romeoville. Examine maps, choose supplies and go on a journey of exploration!

$1 Million Lottery Ticket Sold At Romeoville Gas Station

The $1 million Cash Celebration Instant Ticket was purchased at Thorntons gas station, 400 N. Independence Blvd., in Romeoville.

Ovation Center In Romeoville Hoping To Open By End Of Year

The new senior center in Romeoville will offer a variety of services from community partners, and provide a space for daily programming.

“The Ripple Effect” Aims to Transform Lives Through Motivation

Hosted by Vitt Factor Founder, Caden Vittorini (20), the January 4, 2023 event aims to kick off the new year.

Chicago Society Of Artists' Exhibition At Lewis University

The gallery is open is free and open to the public from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. daily on Lewis University’s main campus in Romeoville.

O'Hara Woods Volunteer Workdays Planned Into 2024

Volunteers will cut invasive brush, burn brush piles, pull garlic mustard and collect seeds from native plants.

DuPage Township Plans Youth Holiday Event

The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and feature pictures with Santa.

30th Annual Harvest Saturday Food Drive Coming Nov. 18

Volunteers will pick up donations outside residents' front doors in certain Romeoville neighborhoods.

New Iron Works Exhibit Opens At Isle A La Cache In Romeoville

The free, family-friendly exhibit will be on display through Jan. 31.

Forest Preserve Exhibit Tells Tales Of Joliet's Industrial Past

Joliet Iron Works artifacts will be on display during 'Stories of Steel' from Nov. 1 to Jan. 31 at Isle a la Cache Museum in Romeoville.

White Oak Library Hosts Haunted House, Trunk Or Treat

Festivities will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at the library.

Romeoville Plans Veterans Day Service

The service will begin at 9 a.m. at the Romeoville Recreation Center on Nov. 11.

First Annual Holiday Market Planned During Holiday Lights Festival

The holiday market will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. during the festival on Dec. 1 and Dec. 2 in Romeoville.

Recycle Your Pumpkin Via Catapult At Lewis University

The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at Lewis, by the parking lot south of the main entrance.

'Every day I'm hustlin' shirt is latest Forest Preserve merch drop

The Forest Preserve District's merchandise line is growing as new T-shirt designs are routinely being rolled out to add to its collection.

Romeoville 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.

Romeoville Splash Pads Close For The Season

The Village said the splash pads will reopen on Memorial Day 2024.

On October 17th in Bolingbrook: `Estate Planning Explained’

In a program hosted by the Fountaindale Public Library, Dr. Jim Flanagan of Bentron Financial Group covers the process from beginning to end

Lewis University Ranks In Top 15 Of Best Regional Universities

The U.S. News ranking of Lewis University has continuously improved from No. 52 in 2004, No. 34 in 2014, and No. 13 in 2024.

Fall Movie Under The Stars Planned In Romeoville

The movie, "Ghostbusters Afterlife," will be shown on Oct. 6.