Frankfort, IL|News|
Will County Sample Ballots Now Available Online
The sample ballots will show your races, candidates and other contests that you will vote for.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
- Lemont, IL
I cover the south/southwest suburbs of Chicago, including Lemont, Homer Glen, Lockport, Frankfort, Bolingbrook and Romeoville. I have a passion for local news and love to delve into each town's issues and community.
If you'd like to contact me, feel free to email me at andrea.earnest@patch.com.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Obituary: W. Sue Rose
Sue was a proud member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 18 in Illinois and was a member of the Romeoville SAC Aux, her obituary shares.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Holds Annual Trunk Or Treat At Heritage Park
"Drop by for a free, spooktacular afternoon of trick-or-treating in our safe, family-friendly environment," the Village said.
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Lemont|News|
D113A Referendum Q&A: Superintendent Talks Rate Increase, Plans For 40 New Classrooms
Voters will be asked to approve a limiting rate increase to fund expansions at all four schools. Here's how much it would cost taxpayers.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Board Recognizes AP Scholars
A record-breaking 547 LTHS students earned an AP Scholar Award.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
More Gaming Machines Damaged In Latest Smash & Grab, This Time In Lockport: Sheriff
The burglary in Lockport happened a few minutes after a "suspicious incident" involving masked suspects in Homer Glen, police said.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont's Trick Or Treat Hours Set For Halloween 2026
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Plans 20th Annual Autumn Colors Craft Show
100 booths, both indoor and outdoor, will be at the craft show selling a variety of goods.
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Lemont|News|
Natural Gas Leak Closes State Street In Lemont: Village
Nicor is enroute to the gas leak.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Fireside Fest Planned At Homer Glen Preserve
The fest includes hot dog roasting, making s’mores, outdoor games, giant inflatable ax throwing and crafts.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Catholic School Sees 20 Percent Enrollment Spike As New Programs Added
SS. Cyril & Methodius boasts a new PK–8 STEM program, and its annual Corvette raffle just raised $120,000.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Coffee With The Fire Chief Set For Wednesday
Chief Paul Kinsella will be at the event for conversation with residents from 9 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
No Injuries Reported After 'Significant House Fire' In Bolingbrook: Fire Dept.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, the department said.
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Lemont|News|
CITGO Marks 100 Years Of Lemont Refinery
"Reaching 100 years is a special accomplishment for any industrial operation," said Carlos Jordá, President and CEO of CITGO.
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Lemont|News|
'Boo With The Blue' At Lemont Police Department
The "spooktacular evening" will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Oct. 23.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Vote For Your Favorite Scarecrow At Founders Community Center
You can vote for your favorite from Oct. 13-29.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Police Launch Fall Citizens Police Academy
The 10-week, hands-on experience gives you an inside look at Bolingbrook Police Department.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
More Rain To Start The Week Before Big Temp Plunge For Chicago Area
Fall lovers will be happy this week as cooler temperatures hit.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Senior's Community-Wide Project Collects Hundreds Of Backpacks
LTHS student Ollina Thompson had the idea for Hope On Their Shoulders a few weeks before the school year started.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Fire Department Holds Open House
Explore firetrucks, meet firefighters and learn about fire safety at the annual open house.
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