Oak Lawn|News|
Village Of Bridgeview Lifts Boil Order After Water Main Break
Village officials have lifted a boil advisory issued Monday after negative bacteriological tests confirmed water was safe to drink.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Lorraine Swanson is one of the original Patch editors, and the original editor of Oak Lawn Patch. In addition to Oak Lawn, Swanson is the editor of Palos, Evergreen Park, Alsip-Crestwood and Beverly-Mt. Greenwood Patch sites.
Before coming to Patch in 2010, Swanson was a community journalist covering local crime, politics and heartwarming features on Chicago’s Far North Side. She also had her own local news site, Lake Effect News, which was rated one of the top 25 blogs in Illinois.
Lately, she enjoys watching videos of tornados and baby eagles being hatched on Facebook. She can be reached at lorraine.swanson@patch.com.
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Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
South Suburban Death Notices, Week of July 20
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Hundreds Greet Big Boy 4014 In Smoke And Heat
Hundreds gathered in wildfire smoke and heat for another look at the Union Pacific's mighty Big Boy 4014 steam engine.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Park Police To Take Part In IL Chiefs 'Speed Awareness Day'
Palos Park police will be stepping up patrols to reduce speeding Wednesday, July 22, for Illinois Speed Awareness Day.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Oak Lawn Police To Take Part In IL Chiefs 'Speed Awareness Day'
Oak Lawn police will be stepping up patrols to reduce speeding Wednesday, July 22, for Illinois Speed Awareness Day.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Former Summit Police Chief Gets 3 Years For Taking $10,000 Bribe To Help Transfer Liquor License: US Attorney
“Corruption by law enforcement officials strikes at the heart of government,” attorneys said at the former chief's sentencing.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Big Boy 4014 Returns Friday Through Chicago Ridge
The Union Pacific's Big Boy 4014 passes through Friday, July 17, best viewed from Chicago Ridge crossings at Central Ave. and Ridgeland Ave.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Neverly Brothers Perform Early Rock Classics In Free Summer Concert Sunday At Klein (Circle) Park
The Neverly Brothers play Elvis to Beatles Sunday, July 19, in a FREE outdoor concert at Klein (Circle) Park in Evergreen Park.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Raiders Fest Offers Bags, Beer And Bands Saturday At Davern's Tavern In Justice
Arrrr!! The Oak Lawn Raiders SAC will host their first-ever summer fundraiser Saturday, July 18, at Davern's Tavern and Lounge in Justice.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Smith Village Caregiver Group Offers Tips For Involving Loved Ones With Memory Loss In Family Vacation Plans
The Smith Village Caregiver Support Group will address involving loved ones with memory loss in family vacation plans, Tuesday, July 21.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Oak Lawn Police 2026 Fourth Of July Traffic Enforcement Yields 327 Seat Belt Violations, Down From Last Year
Oak Lawn police released numbers from the 2026 Fourth of July traffic enforcement campaign.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Midlothian Man Handed 4-Year Sentence For Submitting, Teaching Others How To Submit Fake PPP Applications
Prosecutors said the man, along with a Crestwood woman and a Frankfort woman, received kickbacks from applicants to submit fraudulent claims
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Park Police Join Other Suburban Departments In 'Arrive Alive On Route 45' Traffic Safety Initiative
Motorists can expect to see heightened patrols July 16-18 on Route 45/LaGrange Road in Palos Park and other area communities.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Morgan Park Academy Plans 2026 Homecoming And Alumni Reunion
Morgan Park Academy sets Sept. 12 for the 2026 homecoming and alumni reunion, with special recognition for classes ending in "1" and "6."
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
'Kind, Generous' Former Chrysler Dealer Frank Mancari Honored With Street Sign
Former Chrysler dealer Frank Mancari never forgot his roots or what it felt like as a child to eat discarded orange peels off the ground.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Blake-Lamb Celebrates 'Christmas In July' Saturday With Toys For Tots Toy Drive And Midsummer Holiday Fun
Bring a new toy or book to the Christmas In July toy drive at Blake-Lamb Funeral Home on Saturday, July 18 and enjoy midsummer holiday fun.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn|News|
Bridgeview Announces Rescheduled Fireworks For Friday At Commissioners Park
Bridgeview's America250 celebration has been reset for Friday, July 17, featuring fireworks, games, food trucks and more.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Moraine Valley Fine And Performing Arts Center Offers Exciting Lineup Of Enticing Performances In 2026-2027
Moraine Valley's Fine and Performing Arts Center offers a lineup of enticing performances for the 2026-2027 season. Tickets on sale now.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Village Of Alsip Invites Residents To Join Fall 2026 CERT Training Course
Alsip's Department of Emergency Preparedness is recruiting area residents for a 7-week Community Emergency Response Team training program.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Pike House Fest II Supports Rehab Project With Art, Music, Food And Fun Sunday At Dan Ryan Woods
Pike House Fest takes place Sunday, July 19, presented by Beverly Area Arts Alliance and Eugene S. Pike House Foundation.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
