Monday, April 1, 2013
A look back at Lemont headlines, March 25-31.
District 113A Approves 2013-14 Calendar, Waives Veterans Day Holiday The district's three schools will now observe the Veterans Day holiday through classroom instruction, officials said. From the Archives: 1953 Lemont Indians Little League Take a glimpse into Lemont’s past, courtesy of the Lemont Area Historical Society. Patch Roundup: Teacher Charged with Sex Assault on Student; Parent Arrested at School Defends Action Also this week: a bus driver accused of passing personal note to a middle-school student, a radio host is recommended to have her law license stripped and an update on Metra fatalities. Lemont Library Among Early Voting Locations for April 9 Election The Lemont Public Library, 50 E. Wend St., will serve as an early voting …
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Here's a chance to catch up on a week's worth of Lemont Patch news -- with a look back at the headlines from Oct. 8-13.
From the Archives: A Glimpse Into Lemont’s History Lemont was – and still is – a town that loves to cheer for its football team. Ask Obama, Romney: Patch is Collecting Reader Questions for the Presidential Debate If you have a question for the candidates, submit it in the comments section below and it could be asked during the televised Oct. 16 Town Hall Presidential Debate. Last Chance: Register to Vote in Cook County Government offices will be closed Monday for Columbus Day, but will stay open until 8 p.m. Tuesday for voter registration. Lewis Alum to Speak on Palestine-Israel The presentation, which is free and open to the public, will review the different American approaches to helping resolve the strife between the two areas. Author …
Sunday, September 30, 2012
A look back at the headlines from Sept. 24-28.
Trader Joe's Recalls Peanut Butter Over Salmonella Concerns The company announced Friday that it will take one house brand off shelves and offer refunds. The CDC reports 29 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Bredeney from 18 states, possibly linked to the peanut butter. Family Giving Away Dollar Bills, Compliments Tuesday to Honor Mike Morris You're invited to help Andi Morris and her family celebrate her brother's birthday Tuesday. Michael "Mike Motorbike" Morris, who died unexpectedly this summer, volunteered for the Lemont Emergency Management Agency for 16 years. On the Agenda: Village Board Meets Monday The Lemont Village Board will meet at 7 p.m. in the Large Training Room of the Lemont Police Department, 14600 …
Sunday, September 23, 2012
A look back at the headlines from Sept. 17-21.
Get Ready for Fall: Oktoberfest is Coming Saturday Family-friendly event will benefit the Lemont Township Family Assistance Fund. On the Agenda: Planning Boards Meet Tonight The village board Committee of the Whole will meet at 7 p.m. in the Large Training Room of the Lemont Police Department, 14600 127th St. Mayor Proclaims Constitution Week Sept. 17-23 Lemont joins the nation in celebrating the 225th anniversary of the drafting of the U.S. Constitution. Looking for a Job? Here’s Who’s Hiring We've rounded up a few ads from area businesses that are hiring. Unclaimed Property Online Auction Starts Monday State Treasurer Dan Rutherford will launch the auction Monday, Sept. 17. It ends Friday, Sept. 21. On the Agenda: District 113A School …
Sunday, September 16, 2012
A look back at the headlines from Sept.10-14.
Old Quarry Middle School Invites Community to ‘Rachel’s Challenge’ Tuesday ‘Food for Thought: Back to School’ Fundraiser Oct. 13 at Narnia Estate September is National Preparedness Month Mindflow Café Plans Grand Opening Tuesday JJC Remembers 9/11 in Public Memorial Tuesday Benefit Planned Saturday for Children of Young Mom Remembering 9/11: What You Should Know About Patriot Day Village Will Test Emergency Siren Thursday Don’t Miss the Lemont Street Fair Saturday ‘Grandparent Bingo’ Coming to Oakwood Elementary School Will County GOP Declares Independence From ‘Chicago Machine’ Public Meeting Gets Hostile as IAW, Water Agency Butt Heads Lemont Patch’s November 2012 Election Central Vote in Contest to Win $100K for Lemont High School …
Sunday, September 9, 2012
A look back at the headlines from Sept 2-8.
Photos: Weather Doesn’t Keep Families from Keepataw Days Third-Generation Lemont Native Named Keepataw Days Parade Grand Marshal Last Chance: Keepataw Days 2012 Continues Through Monday (Labor Day) What is Labor Day? Learn About the Holiday, and Get Help on Your Job Hunt Labor Day … By the Numbers Acadia Healthcare Buys Timberline Knolls for $90M Families and Friends Line the Road for the Keepataw Days Parade More Photos: Lemont Keepataw Days Parade On the Agenda: Lemont-Bromberek Board of Education Meets Tonight Lemont Coyotes to Hold Tryouts Tuesday and Thursday RNC Jockeying Raises Question: Who’s the Best GOP Nominee for Illinois Governor? Last Chance: Summer’s Must-Reads District 113A Board of Education: Allow Public Access to …
Sunday, September 2, 2012
A look back at the headlines from Aug. 26-31.
Sunday, Aug. 26 Lemont Native Christian Vande Velde Wins USA Pro Challenge Nominate a ‘Whiz Kid’ to Feature on Patch Political Rewind: All Quiet in Springfield a Week after Pension Reform Fails Sunday Comic: Not Wanted at the Republican National Convention Will GOP’s Madigan Attacks Persuade Local Voters? Monday, Aug. 27 Lemont Patch’s Guide to Keepataw Days 2012 Gas Leak Closes Rt. 83 On the Agenda: Village Board Meets Tonight Lemont Police Department: Let’s Keep Our Kids Safe Award-Winning Writer Coming to Lemont High School Tuesday Tuesday, Aug. 28 Old Quarry Student Struck by Vehicle Crossing 127th Street Aviation Fuel Leak Closes Cal Sag Road Village Board Approves Property Purchase in TIF District That’s Entertainment: Performers …
Sunday, August 26, 2012
A look back at the headlines from Aug. 20-24.
Lemont Patch Editor Bids Farewell Paramedics’ Quick Response Saves Life of 74-Year-Old Lemont Woman Police Blotter: DUI, Obstructing a Peace Officer More Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile in Lemont, Cook County St. Al’s/St. Pat’s Hosts ‘Festa Italiana’ Fundraiser Saturday Lemont Patch Seeks Youth Sports Bloggers Lemont CITGO Raises $250K for Muscular Dystrophy Association A Boy Scout, Books … and Butterflies Send us Your Back-To-School Photos Stock up on Fresh Fruits, Veggies at Lemont Farmers Market Lemont Historical Society Seeks Vendors for Street Fair CITGO Refinery Supports Lemont Food Pantry with ‘Christmas in July’ Drive 17 in Illinois Sick Following Cantaloupe Salmonella Outbreak Whiz Kid: Lauren Beaudreau Get Noticed, Network…
Sunday, August 19, 2012
A look back at the headlines from Aug. 13-19.
Lemont High School Football Ranks No. 20 in Pre-season, Sun-Times Reports The Indians will kick off their season Aug. 24 against Little Village. Old Quarry Dress Code Changes: Tank Tops No Longer Allowed The District 113A middle school has made some slight changes to its dress code for the 2012-13 school year. Lemont Art Exhibit Offers Powerful Look into Struggles of Timberline Knolls Patients For the second year in a row, women battling eating disorders, substance abuse and mood disorders have put their art therapy on display in "Honesty," a free exhibit at the Lemont Center for the Arts. Keepataw Days Festival Announces 2012 Entertainment Lineup Performing during Lemont's annual Labor Day festival are Infinity, Five Guys Named Moe, …
Sunday, August 5, 2012
A look back at the headlines from July 30 - Aug. 5.
Lemont Police Search for Driver in Main Street Hit-and-Run Police say the driver of a black Lexus fled after crashing into a guard rail and speed sign near Main and Fourth streets around 6:15 a.m. Sunday. Lions Park Renovations Underway; Old Equipment Donated to Rockford-Based Nonprofit The Lemont Park District will begin installing new play pieces at the park in August. The old swing structure was donated to "Kids Around the World." Gov. Quinn Calls Special Session to Discuss Pension Reform The Illinois General Assembly will meet Aug. 17 to discuss the state's massive unfunded pension liability, as well as a controversial plan to shift the cost of teacher pensions to local school districts. Joliet Slammers Host 'Lemont Night' on Aug. 10 …
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