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Bradley
Aqua to merge with American Water
Aqua America’s parent company appears to be headed toward a merger with American Water Works Company, Inc.
Run over by a tractor, stolen cow statue: WVLI Podcast Network launches unforgettable stories
WVLI is thrilled to announce the launch of the WVLI Podcast Network, a new platform bringing trusted local voices to…
‘911’ Call Results in 3 Deaths
June 30 Bradley Police responded to a “911 call” and found three deceased victims in what appears to be a…
Bourbonnais
Keast Conducts First Village Board Meeting as Bourbonnais Mayor
New Bourbonnais Mayor Jeff Keast conducted his first village board meeting on May 5.
Mayor Schore Presides Over Final Board Meeting.
The accolades for Mayor Paul Schore were non-stop at the Monday, April 21, Bourbonnais Village Board meeting. Everyone, from trustees and department…
Paul Schore’s Run As Bourbonnais Mayor Ends May 1
February 25 Bourbonnais primary indicated there would be a new mayor in Bourbonnais. Mayor Paul Schore’s term will end May 1.
Kankakee
Kankakee County Board: One Vacancy Filled, One Remains
Nathan Benoit was appointed to fill the Kankakee County Board District 28 seat formerly held by Amanda Armer-Irps, who had…
Kankakee County Board Fills Two Vacancies as Two New Resignations Received
Hot on the heels of two Kankakee County Board members tendering resignation letters, two other board members have resigned, though…
Second Vacancy Declared on Kankakee County Board
The Kankakee County Board announced and approved a second vacancy at its August 13 meeting.
Manteno
Vedette sports report: Panthers boys soccer repeats as regional champ
Last year, the Panthers were relative unknowns, soared to an 18-4-2 record and went deep into the Class 1A playoffs before…
Manteno Board Rift Continues
Just when it seems the Manteno board might get through an entire meeting without arguing, it doesn’t.
Manteno Considers Short-term Rental Tax
Owners of short-term rentals in Manteno are keeping an eye on a potential new tax that could be assessed…
Mayhem
Manteno shots fired investigation
September 5, approximately 10:50 p.m., Manteno Police received shots fired call, in area of 100 block of E. Second Street.
Cook County Sheriff’s Office alerts public to phone scam
Cook County Sheriff’s Office alerts public to phone scam claiming to be an officer demanding payment for old warrants.
Manteno resident arrested for possession, drug paraphernalia
April 30, Manteno Police arrested a female resident for an extraditable Cook County warrant, controlled substance possession and drug paraphernalia.
Your Sports. All Heart.
Emily Horath steps into bigger role for Manteno
After coming off the bench last season, Emily Horath has emerged as an effective post presence for Manteno.
Vedette sports report: Position switch key for Crete’s Dorian Patterson
Crete-Monee’s Dorian Patterson entered high school as a quarterback. He will leave as a Division I receiver. Warriors coach John Konecki converted Patterson…
Braden Campbell a jack of all trades for Manteno
After mostly playing guard last season, Mantenio’s Braden Campbell willl be looked to for senior leadership and scoring at all three levels.
Scouting Vedette-area winter sports teams
Check out what to expect from boys basketball, girls basketball, boys wrestling and girls wrestling teams in the Vedette coverage area.
Maddie Gesky, Emily Horath set tone for Manteno
Junior Maddie Gesky and senior Emily Horath are both dependable scorers and rebounders for Manteno.
We/Us
Teal Star Ride for PTSD
PTSD is tricky. Those affected by it don’t always realize they are victims, and that’s one of the reasons it is…
Community walk shines a light on domestic violence awareness
Community members and Saint Xavier students united for a candlelight walk at St. Gianna Parish to raise awareness of domestic violence.
New jazz hall hits all the right notes at Saint Xavier University
Saint Xavier University opened its new $1.2 million Music Performance Hall, transforming an old gym into a vibrant creative hub for…
