Lemont|News|
Athens Park Project Breaks Ground
The park is expected to open in early 2025.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
- Lemont, IL
I cover the south/southwest suburbs of Chicago, including Lemont, Homer Glen, Lockport, Bolingbrook and Romeoville. I have a passion for local news and love to delve into each town's issues and community.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Owner Of Bolingbrook Company Convicted Of Federal Fraud Charges
The VA spent more than $2.7 million at Smith’s company and fraudulently overpaid it by more than $1.3 million, officials said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Dad Admitted Killing Son At Preserve: Prosecutors
A witness told police they saw Fred Beaugard Sr. shoot his son point-blank near a gazebo at Lake Renwick Preserve.
Andrea Earnest and Shannon Antinori and John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
LIV Golf Individual Championship To Be Held At Bolingbrook Golf Club
LIV Golf Chicago will be held in September in Bolingbrook.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Commissioners Park Splash Park Opens May 28
The splash park, located at 22108 S. 80th Ave., will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Drafting And Design Students Win At State Competition
Overall, 14 LTHS students earned first, second or third place.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Severe Storms, Heavy Rain Possible Thursday For Chicago Area
There is also a threat of locally heavy rainfall on Thursday night, which could bring flooding to some locations.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Mulch Installation Will Close Lanes On Route 53 Wednesday
The work should be finished by the end of the day on Thursday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Public Works Open House Planned For May 18
The touch-a-truck event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on May 18.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Announces 2024 Summer Concert Line-Up
The summer concerts are free, and kick off at 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday starting on June 5.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Centennial Outdoor Aquatic Center Opens June 1 For Summer
The pool is open from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, and 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Hadley's Mustang News Club Hosts Wrestling Champions
The school was visited by wrestling state champions Joey Gilbert and Claudia Heeney.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Bluegrass Fest Spring Fundraiser Set For May 10
The May 10 fundraiser will help support this summer's free Bluegrass Festival in Frankfort.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Kick Off Summer In Downtown Frankfort On June 2
The evening will close with a concert on the Green from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Pelican Harbor Outdoor Aquatic Park Opens May 25
The outdoor park will open on May 25 for its 2024 summer season.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Rockin' The Ville Summer Concerts Return June 6
The weekly concerts are held on Thursdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Double Murder: Jury Trial Date Set For September
Anthony Maggio, 29, of Crestwood, is facing multiple charges of first-degree murder after the 2020 killings of Ashtin Eaton and Hazel Bryant
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Spring Market On Canal Returns May 5 To Downtown Lemont
Mabel's Market owner Sommer Steele said the event always brings in new vendors along with old favorites.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Cop On A Rooftop Planned May 17 In Homer Glen
Will County Sheriff's deputies will support the fundraiser again this year, from 5 a.m. to noon on May 17 in Homer Glen.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
80-Degree Temps, Storm Chances On And Off Throughout The Week For IL
Monday has a high of 72 degrees, and warmer temperatures will continue through the rest of the week.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
