October 2, at approximately 6:11 p.m., a traffic stop on Monee-Manhattan Road resulted in the arrest of Jeremiah B. Dawson, 22, of Matteson, for driving with no valid driver’s license and no insurance. He was cited and released. October 2, at approximately 1:30 p.m., officers met with a victim of an Instagram scam. The victim […]
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Kankakee Public Library News
October Soul Collections Book Discussion: Join the Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, for its monthly book discussion, Soul Collections. This group highlights Black authors and themes. On Thursday, October 26, at 5:30 p.m., the group will meet to discuss thoughts on “Homegoing,” by Yaa Gyasi. The story follows two half-sisters born in Ghana, […]
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Helping Hands Seeking Donations for Holiday Meals
Helping Hands Food Pantry, the local pantry that currently serves 650 people per month in need of assistance in the Peotone School District area, is seeking the community’s help in providing approximately 180 holiday meals during Thanksgiving and Christmas. The organization, composed of volunteers from various churches and the community, provides basic essentials twice each […]
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Franciscan Health Family Birth Center Olympia Fields Redesignated Gold Infant Safe Sleep Hospital
The Franciscan Health Family Birth Center Olympia Fields has been redesignated as a Gold Infant Safe Sleep Hospital, the highest level of certification issued by Cribs for Kids. “I commend our Family Birth Center team for the hard work and dedication that went into earning and maintaining our Gold Safe Sleep status,” Franciscan Health Olympia […]
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Crete Library News
Thursday, October 19 Preschool Pals, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children will enjoy spending time with other pre-schoolers, while listening to stories, learning songs and fingerplays, and playing games. Register. Knot Just for Knitters, from 6 – 7:30 p.m.. ages 11/adult: Join us to socialize, while working on […]
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Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: October 22: Ella Rae Biesterfeld and Kiley Russell!! October 23: Carter Russell and a very special lady – Jeannie Scheiman!!!!! Have a wonderful year!!! October 24: Brandon Daney!! October 25: Melora Bales!! October 27: Roy Bittner!! Extra special happy anniversary wishes to: October 26: A very special couple – […]
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Beecher Community Library News
Call the library at 708-946-9090 for programs that require registration. During the Penfield construction project, the library’s Penfield Street parking lot entrance is closed, but the Maxwell Street entrance still will be open. Turn north on Maxwell from Indiana Avenue to get to the library. WiFi hotspots and Rokus now are available for a two-week […]
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Roger Lee Bunte
Roger Lee Bunte, 74, of Beecher, passed away on Monday, October 9, at his home surrounded by his family. Born September 17, 1949, in Chicago Heights, he was the son of Milford and Lorna (Senholtz) Bunte, who preceded him in death. Roger graduated from Peotone High School in 1968. After graduation, he began farming the […]
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Bourbonnais Library Hosting ‘A Day in the Life: A Beatles Celebration’
Join us Saturday, November 4, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., for a Magical Mystery Tour filled with groovy tributes to the Fab Four, including live music, a mesmerizing showcase of Beatles memorabilia, engaging presentations, and so much more. Whether you’re a Yellow Submarine veteran or a newcomer to Beatlemania, this celebration promises a day […]
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‘Land of Smiles’ Brightens Student Smiles in Will County
On Friday, September 29, Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation Land of Smiles program visited 350 pre-kindergarteners through third grade students at Wood View Elementary School. Land of Smiles is a free, dynamic educational initiative that aims to empower children with essential oral health habits. The program has been designed not just to educate but also […]