Peotone American Legion Post 392, the Peotone American Legion Auxiliary, and the Manhattan/Peotone Consolidated Fire Protection District will co-host the 75th Anniversary Turkey Raffle at the Peotone American Legion Post Hall, North and Railroad Streets, on Friday, November 17, from 4:30 – 9 p.m. This event had a one-year hiatus in 2022 and is making […]
Author Archives: Arline Adamsick
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Fall into Self-Care: Ultimate Wellness Guide
Fall is a great time to try something new. “Fall is a great time to try something new,” said OSF HealthCare psychotherapist Sara Bennett. And by something new, she doesn’t just mean the newest pumpkin spice latte being rolled out by the local coffee shop – but that could be part of the equation! “You […]
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Monee Police Blotter: October 23 – 27
October 23, at approximately 6:42 p.m., a traffic stop on Ridgeland resulted in the arrest of Amari N. Thelmon, 27, of the 7400 block of S. Kimbark Avenue, Chicago, for driving with a suspended license, no valid insurance, and passing on the left oncoming traffic. He was cited and released. October 24, at approximately 6:08 […]
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School Run to Honor Veterans Day!
A call has been issued to the military and all veterans to join the annual Veterans Day Run. The event is scheduled for Friday, November 10, when runners will proceed to the three Manteno schools, as well as downtown Manteno, with the community remembering and celebrating the day! Running at an 11-minute mile pace, dressed […]
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Bone Up on Wild Turkey Facts at Forest Preserve District
Talk turkey or hike to see fall colors, owls, and raptors in November with the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Program registration is available on the Event Calendar at ReconnectWithNature.org. Here is the lineup… Let’s Talk Turkey, from 10:30-11:30 a.m., Sunday, November 5, Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Bolingbrook: Learn the natural history and fun […]
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Looking Back
By Arline Adamsick The Manteno News: November 1, 1973 Here’s a bit of additional Manteno history… “Mrs. Elsie Madison Recalls Turn-of-Century Manteno for Local Residents” “Horses have been replaced by cars, boardwalks by squared-off concrete, streets have been paved, and the names on the shops have changed, but Manteno still reveals many traces of the […]
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Beecher Police Department Swears-In Chaplains
People tend to think of chaplains being used in war time – assisting soldiers in their faith. In the Beecher Police Department, chaplains also are used to promote the mental health and well-being of police officers, victims, and those who call for help. The new chaplains will be conducting ride-alongs with police officers and consoling […]
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City of Kankakee Launches New Mobile App
The City of Kankakee has launched a new mobile app, KanConnect, that empowers citizens to easily report non-emergency issues within city limits to city staff. It also provides on-the-go access to the latest city news and information. In a matter of minutes, the app allows users to submit a description, picture, and location of a […]
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Cybersecurity Awareness Demands Daily Attention
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month recently was celebrated in October and, as more Americans and their bank accounts come under attack from cybercriminals, the importance of preventative action becomes that much more critical. These days, cybercriminals are more sophisticated than ever, leveraging technology to successfully impersonate financial institutions to access a customer’s funds. The risks may […]
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County CED Hosting Public Meetings Regarding Brownsfield Program
The Will County Center for Economic Development (CED) will host public meetings on Tuesday, November 14, in Joliet and Lockport, to share information and is inviting community participation in the Will County Brownfields Program. The Will County CED was awarded a USEPA Brownfields Assessment Grant for $400,000, to assist with identification and clean-up of brownfield […]