The Village of Manhattan swore in two new police officers at its August 18 meeting, increasing the police force in the growing village.
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Flock camera renewal spurs debate in Manhattan
The Village of Manhattan put the renewal of its Flock cameras, also known as LPRs or license plate readers, on its agenda for discussion after growing public concern over the technology’s surveillance and data-capture capabilities.
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Peotone approves first facade improvement grant
The Village of Peotone approved the first Facade Improvement Program grant after the board adopted the program this past spring.
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Manhattan teen makes history at 2026 AAU Junior Olympics
Manhattan teen Zoei Johnson has made history by breaking a 28-year-old record and setting others in a monumental showing at the 2026 AAU Junior Olympics.
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Manteno mayor orders trustee arrest as feud escalates
The latest village board drama in Manteno unfolded last week when Mayor Annettec LaMore directed the police chief to arrest an absentee trustee when there were not enough trustees on hand for a quorum at a meeting scheduled for August 17.
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Wick’s Bicycle Shop makes plea to save antique light pole
The owner of a small business in Grant Park is frustrated with the village board over a lack of communication and plans to take down an antique light pole in front of her building.
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Manhattan adds part-time officer, new police vehicle
Village of Manhattan residents will see a new face cruising around town as the police department has added a new officer, Officer Guadalupe Quintanilla.
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Good news for Manteno with Gotion Agreement
During one of the most acrimonious Manteno board meetings in recent months, trustees somehow managed to pass an agreement requiring Gotion to adhere to stipulated safety standards and staff a complete fire brigade.
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Manteno board meeting descends into chaos
Manteno’s village board may still be at odds after another contentious meeting with the two factions and their respective lawyers starkly butting heads.
Posted inPeotone
Peotone Police Department promotes sergeant, continues SRO Program
The Peotone Police Department promoted Officer Kenneth Burrow to the position of sergeant, with Chief David DeMik reporting to the village board that Burrow was ranked first on the eligibility list. DeMik asserted Burrow was well qualified for the position.