Retail Theft – January 4: On January 4, Peotone Police responded to a retail theft report at the Peotone Travel Center. According to the investigation, multiple suspects wearing masks and gloves entered the business through the main entrance. One suspect approached a lottery display case, removed it, and exited the store. The suspect was described […]
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Peotone Police Blotter: December 19 – January 4
On December 19, Officers were dispatched to meet with two parties involved in a property damage accident on Wilmington Road. Both parties were standing in the Shell parking lot, 700 Oriole Drive. Officers met with the drivers confirming there was no injury and completed an accident report. On December 20, Officers were dispatched to a […]
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MFPD Project Fire Buddies Makes an Impact
The Manhattan Chapter of Project Fire Buddies made the rounds to its six fire buddies from within the District over the Christmas holiday, making sure each Fire Buddy felt extra special. The Manhattan Fire Protection District started its chapter in 2022 and has been brightening the lives of its buddies ever since. The fire buddies […]
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Drone Service Huge Help in Finding Lost Dog
Drones have gotten a bad rep lately, with no shortage of peculiar UFO-type sightings and conspiracy theories coloring the perception of low-flying unmanned aerial vehicles. What people may not realize, however, is the FAA-licensed drone flying above might be on a special mission to bring a lost pet home. At least, that was the case […]
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Stop Signs, Shields, and Stickers, Oh My
The intersection of Second and North is now a 4 way stop sign. Some controversy surrounded the stop signs when they mysteriously appeared and was questioned on social. Turns out the contractor for the streetscape had added it but took it down once it was known the traffic code ordinance had to be amended. They […]
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MHS Selling Last of Tapestry Sofa Throws; On Sale Now!
Christmas Sale! Ten color-woven tapestry sofa throws, a forever heirloom, are available from the Manteno Historical Society. Valued at $75, they normally are $60, but are on sale this Christmas for only $50. Don’t wait, there are only 10 left. They will make great Christmas gifts. Call Jeff Jarvis at 815-933-2055.
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P & Z Debates Truck Parking
By Andrea Arens The Peotone Planning and Zoning Commission met on November 20 to again discuss semi-truck parking at the Peotone Travel Center. The members met back in June to discuss amending the code to allow for overnight semi-truck parking and storage. The ordinance amendment would allow for on-site truck parking and storage of […]
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‘Step Back into 1950s’ Holidays at Park Forest House Museum
The 1950s Park Forest House Museum, 227 Monee Road, Park Forest, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, invites you to “Step Back into a 1950s Christmas,” from December 4 through January 4. A museum visit provides a wonderful inter-generational experience. Bring the kids, grandkids, and grandparents. Operated by the Park Forest Historical Society, the museum is […]
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Peotone Police Blotter: November 28-December 5
On November 28, Peotone Officers responded to Dralle Chevrolet for suspicious activity. Upon arrival, officers observed a white Infiniti with no registration parked in the 400 block of Main Street. Two subjects were seen running from Dralle’s parking lot toward the Infiniti. When officers attempted to intercept, the individual fled on foot around the squad […]
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Peotone Library News
Register for events on the website calendar or call the library at 708-258-3436. Homebound Delivery Program: Contact the Adult Services Department for more information and guidelines. Residents are invited to come to the library and play mini-golf at Winter Wonderland Mini-Golf, on Saturday, December 14, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The library will be […]