Are you looking for a pleasant atmosphere to do some Christmas shopping? Christ Community Church, 103 W. Corning Avenue, Peotone, will host its fourth annual Craft and Bake Sale Missions Fundraiser on Saturday, November 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A variety of vendors will be selling unique handmade items, including greeting cards, leather […]
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Crete Honorary Street Naming Program Approved
By Karen Haave An Honorary Street Naming program suggested by Trustee John Phelan in September was approved by the Crete Village Board last week. The ordinance establishing the program was unanimously approved after significant discussion during the October 28 board meeting. The ordinance notes that its purpose is to allow citizens to honor people who […]
Crete Police Blotter: September 1 – 30
In an effort to inform the community of current crimes and seek the public’s assistance in pending investigations, the Crete Police Department attempts to post information related to crimes occurring within the village and includes arrests and crimes in the community. This is only a partial list of calls for service, as officers respond to […]
Joliet Symphony Orchestra Presents ‘Pictures’ at USF November 23-24
The Joliet Symphony Orchestra’s 2024-2025 Season continues with “Pictures” on Saturday, November 23, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 24, at 4 p.m. The concerts will take place in Sexton Auditorium (Moser Performing Arts Center), on the main campus of University of St. Francis (USF), 500 Wilcox Street in Joliet. This concert of musical “postcards” […]
Join USF for Breakfast with Santa
Get ready to start the holiday season with the University of St. Francis (USF) at the annual Breakfast with Santa event on Saturday, December 7, from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., in the Sullivan Recreation Center, on the main USF campus, 500 Wilcox Street, Joliet. This annual Christmas tradition continues with a delicious breakfast, a visit […]
Holiday Spirit Shines Bright in Frankfort with ‘Lighting of the Green’
Join in the annual Lighting of the Green, December 5 The Village of Frankfort is excited to kick-off the holiday season with the much-anticipated return of the beloved Lighting of the Green! Join family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of festive fun, twinkling lights, and holiday cheer that will make spirits bright! Lighting of […]
Former Student Lauren Devore Returns to C-M to Teach Alongside Mentors
Lauren Devore attended Crete Elementary and Balmoral Elementary in Crete-Monee School District 201-U until she moved away in the fourth grade. She graduated from Ball State University in 2020 and earned her Master’s in 2024. Currently in her fifth year of teaching, Ms. Devore is thrilled to return to the community that shaped her upbringing, […]
County Hosting Long-Term Transportation PlanningWorkshops
Workshops focused on long-term transportation planning, with family-friendly events in Beecher, Manhattan, and Wilmington focused on future projects. WILL COUNTY –Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and the Will County Division of Transportation will host three community workshops as part of the county’s “Our Way Forward” Long-Range Transportation Plan. The workshops will be hosted in Beecher, […]
Helping Make More of Illinois, One Job at a Time
October is when we celebrate key job creators and our ongoing partnership to keep Illinois on the Move with economic growth and development. I was proud to join with the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association for its celebration of Manufacturing Month by honoring dozens of employers, their skilled employees, and their significant contributions to our state’s economy […]
Crete Library News
Thursday, November 7 AARP Smart Driver, from noon – 4 p.m., adults: An AARP Instructor will lead this two-day class, specifically designed for drivers ages 50 and older. The cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for nonmembers. The fee is due on the first day of class. The class continues on Friday, November […]
