In seconds, the peaceful night was interrupted by a flashing red ceiling light bouncing off the painted cinderblock half-walls, followed by alarm tones
Author Archives: Stephanie Irvine
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Beecher Fire Seeks End to Roof Woes
Beecher Fire District officials are hopeful there is an end in sight to the continuous leaks and problems with the station’s roof
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New Grant Park Trustee Named
Following two abrupt resignations last month, the Village of Grant Park Board has taken action to fill one of the seats
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Peotone Parks-School District Ball Field IGA to Stand
The Peotone Park District sent a letter to the Peotone School District on October 27 in hopes of stirring some resolution
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MFPD Improves Overall Response Times
The Manhattan Fire Protection District, through collaborative efforts with Laraway Communications Center and neighboring agencies, has improved its total response times
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Manteno Short-Term Rental Ordinance Passes
The Manteno Village Board passed the short-term rental ordinances, with several amendments, at Manteno’s November 17 board meeting
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Round Barn Progress: Floor Plan Nearing Completion
The Manhattan Park District is inching closer toward getting the green light for interior renovations on the Baker-Koren Round Barn
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Manhattan to Expand Wastewater Plant, Names New Administrator
The Village of Manhattan, though brief, approved two major village actions at the November 18 meeting, among other business items
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Kankakee County Passes Budget
The Kankakee County Board has passed its 2026 fiscal year budget and appropriation ordinance totaling $49,459,235. Last year’s budget ended at $43,801,956
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Manhattan Schools in Top 10% of State
Supt. Dr. Damien Aherne reviewed the school report card, which was incredibly favorable for the district, showing tremendous student performance