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Chickens and Geese Featured at Col. Palmer House Farm Program
"A Day on the Farm" demonstrates life during the 1880s.

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"A Day on the Farm" demonstrates life during the 1880s.

Bring the kids out to test their biking skills, knowledge and equipment.
Winner of local tournament advances to the Regional Battle of the Bands.
Benjamin Flavin, of Lake in the Hills, pleaded guilty Thursday in McHenry County Court that he had relations with 14-year-old girl.
Market was a big success last year. Organizers have lined up more vendors and special events on selected Sundays.
Annual fundraiser benefits Special Olympics Illinois.
Race is scheduled for July 14 at Lippold Park, and designed to test fine motor skills as well as physical endurance.
Annual fundraiser benefits Special Olympics Illinois.
Water polo, adult private and training classes are new this season.
Chained in his own backyard, small dog was recently bit by coyote.
Cary police reports from April 11 through April 22, 2012.
Ongoing construction work in the area may be to blame.
Patrolman Craig James has been on a leave of absence for more than one year after he was injured on the job in December 2009.
Members of the Crystal Lake Public Library's Jobs Club meet every three weeks to discuss job search strategies and networking techniques.
Group of six volunteers has spent five years selling the cookbooks to pay for the Raue sign.
Market has a plentiful supply of freshly picked fruits and vegetables, as well as bakery items.
Lake County Sheriff Police said Brian Yost, of Crystal Lake, was behind the wheel of a speed boat when it crashed into pontoon boat, injuring one of its passengers.
Crystal Lake natives Marine Cpt. Nathan R. McHone, Army Spc. Jason A. McLeod, Marine Staff Sgt. Christopher J. Atonik and Marine Lance Cpl. Jonathan W. Collins served and sacrificed for their country.
Residents and non-residents flocked to local lakes armed with coolers, food and ice.
Weather conditions forced ceremonies indoors, but that didn't dampen spirits of the 421 Prairie Ridge seniors graduating on Saturday.