In an effort to ensure every 79th District community has access to her office, House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas will continue hosting satellite office hours in the northern part of her district in Monee, in addition to monthly traveling office hours in Park Forest. While Leader Haas’ main district office is in Kankakee, this […]
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Oncologist/Hematologist Joins Franciscan Health Comprehensive Cancer Institute
Oncologist/hematologist Andrea L. Amico, MD, MA, is part of the Patricia A. Joyce Comprehensive Cancer Institute at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields and is accepting new patients. Dr. Amico completed her training and residency at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis and did fellowship training at the University of Chicago. She is board certified in […]
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American Cancer Society Seeking Relay for Life Teams
The American Cancer Society is recruiting teams from businesses, schools, families, places of worship, and more to participate in the Relay for Life of Kankakee County event, on Saturday, June 10, at Bishop McNamara Catholic School. Relay for Life teams are committed to finishing the fight against cancer and raising funds to support the American […]
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Crete Library News
Thursday, April 6 Knot Just for Knitters, from 6 – 7:30 p.m., ages 11/adults: Share camaraderie while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. Drop in. Primetime for Preschool, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children spend time with other preschoolers, while enjoying stories, songs, […]
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Letter to Ed.: Anderson
Dear Editor: I want to encourage friends and neighbors in district 4 of the Crete Monee Unified School District to cast their votes for Alex Gallegos for the 201U Board of Education on or before April 4. Alex’s commitment to family and community is evident in his dedicated, optimistic work ethic, his integrity, and intelligence. […]
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Haas to Hold Traveling Office Hours in Park Forest, Monee
In an effort to ensure every 79th District community has access to her office, House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas will continue hosting satellite office hours in the northern part of her district in Monee, in addition to monthly traveling office hours in Park Forest. While Leader Haas’ main district office is in Kankakee, this […]
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County Pop-Up Clinic Vaccinates 250+ Dogs and Cats
Free clinic provided vaccines, microchips, and food for Will County pets. Will County hosted a pop-up pet clinic at the County Office Building on March 11, which vaccinated and microchipped more than 250 local cats and dogs. The event was hosted by Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, State’s Attorney Jim Glasgow, the K9 Enrichment Initiative, […]
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Letter to Ed.: Deutsche
Dear Editor: It is my honor to recommend Jeanine Galbraith for re-election as the District 4 CM201-U School Board member. Jeanine has lived in Crete for 31 years with her husband, Bill, of 37 years. Mrs. Galbraith is retired from the Chicago Tribune after 40 years of service. Jeanine is an active member of the […]
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Letter to Ed.: Patton
Dear Editor: I had the privilege of serving as the interim superintendent in Crete-Monee District 201U on two occasions for a year. On both occasions, Mrs. Jeanine Galbraith served on the board of education, and I had numerous to interact with her and witness her commitment to the district and the students it serves. She […]
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Crete Library News
Thursday, March 30 Manga Club, for Teens, from 3 – 4 p.m., grades sixth/12: Join us to discuss “Naruto: Vol. 1.” Drop in. Friday, March 31 Roaming Readers Walking Group, from 10 – 11 a.m., all ages: Join others at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve to walk and talk about books. There is no assigned reading […]