Lemont|News|
Obituary: Dale Hennebry
Dale F. Hennebry, 74, a lifelong resident of Lemont, passed away on May 15, 2024.
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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Frankfort, IL|News|
376 Lincoln-Way Seniors Celebrated At Annual Scholarship Nights
Over 200 organizations contributed to the awards given to outstanding members of the Class of 2024.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Cop On A Rooftop Planned Friday At Romeoville Dunkin' Locations
Romeoville officers will be at the Dunkin' locations at Route 53 and Normantown, and at 239 S. Weber Road.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Here’s Why Melennie Was Shouted Out As 2024 Grad
Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one graduate who deserves a shoutout in Bolingbrook.
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Lemont|News|
LHS Senior Cited As Honorable Mention For IHSA All-State Academic Team
Martin Kaminski is just the sixth Lemont student-athlete to be named to either the all-state team or as an honorable mention selection.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Storms Possible Thursday, Friday Before Dry Weekend Weather For IL
Both Saturday and Sunday will have highs in the 80s.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Cop On A Rooftop Planned Friday At Lockport Dunkin' Locations
Lockport officers will support the fundraiser again this year, from 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. on May 17.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Memorial Day Ceremony Planned In Frankfort
Several local organizations will host the ceremony, which begins at 10 a.m. on May 27.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois Summer Festival Guide 2024
From live music and food fests to craft beer and fireworks, there's no shortage of entertainment to be had.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way East Athletes Participate In Spring Signing Day
Lincoln-Way East held its Spring Signing Day earlier this month.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Emergency Repairs For Fire Station Approved By Bolingbrook Board
The fire station is located at 376 E. Boughton Road, and repairs will cost $200,860.95.
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Lemont|News|
Obituary: Mary Rooney
Mary C. Rooney passed away May 4, 2024, in Chandler, Arizona, at the age of 87.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Driver Strikes Stationary Illinois State Police Squad Car
The officer was taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
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Lemont|News|
LHS Senior Earns Medal At 2024 IHSA Journalism State Finals
Lemont has advanced qualifiers to the IHSA Journalism State Finals 15 consecutive years dating back to 2009.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View Board Honors Battle Of The Book, Math Contest Winners
Valley View schools competed in two interschool competitions, the Battle of the Books and the Middle School Math Contest.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Mayor Joins Will County Children’s Advocacy Center Board
Frankfort Mayor Keith Ogle and Interim President and CEO of Silver Cross Hospital Michael Mutterer were appointed to the CAC Board.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Plans Community-Wide Garage Sale
Garage sales will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day on June 7 and 8, and residents can register with the Village until May 24.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont’s FBLA Wins State Titles In Three Events
Students from six events finished among the top four in their respective competitions.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Plans Memorial Day Ceremony, Banner Dedication
The banner dedication and Memorial Day speakers will begin at 10 a.m. at the City Hall flag pole, 222 E. Ninth St.
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Romeoville, IL|News|
Valley View Athletes Compete At Girls Badminton State Finals
Six students, from both Bolingbrook and Romeoville HS, competed in the state finals.
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