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Siblings want Haven School made a landmark

By Susan DeMar Lafferty SUN-TIMES NEWS GROUP — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

NEW LENOX -- In its 81 years Haven School has held many memories for many students who sat in its classrooms. Two of those former students, Mark Batson, and his sister Diane Batson, want to preserve a piece of that history by making the building a Will County landmark.

Gang members indicted for man's murder

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Seven alleged gang members have been indicted on murder charges for a fight that killed a 40-year-old Joliet man this spring.

Joliet gives up fight to keep Silver Cross

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

City officials will ask what to do next after losing an effort to stop Silver Cross Hospital from moving to New Lenox. "It's not the end of the world," Mayor Arthur Schultz said Wednesday.

Abuser now out of victim's home

By Patrick Ferrell pferrell@scn1.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

A Joliet father is breathing a sigh of relief after he was told that a sex offender is no longer living with his children at his ex-wife's home in Colorado.

Former school up for landmark

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

NEW LENOX--The New Lenox Area Historical Society is looking to landmark the Haven Administrative Center.

Adaptive bicycle camp July 14-18

from submitted reports — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

"Lose the Training Wheels Bike Camp" will be held the week of July 14 to 18 at the Lincoln-Way East High School, Frankfort, sponsored by the Lincoln-Way Area Special Education District 843.

'Grease' debuts July 10

from submitted reports — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Families in the Southwest suburbs need not look far for some finger-snappin', toe-tappin' fun this summer.

NASCAR star to visit Frankfort

from submitted reports — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

On July 10, Carl Edwards--NASCAR superstar and driver of the No. 99 Office Depot Ford in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series--will be on hand at the Office Depot store in Frankfort, for a special backpack donation event and fan autograph session.

Village to make up for budget shortfall

By Gina Kenny special to the sun — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Mokena plans to spend about $5 million more than it takes in during the fiscal year that began July 1.

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Summer reading program

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Chicago Trolley

Letters to the Editor

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Hard to fight officials on speed limit

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Health care walk donation

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

'Brothers Standing Together'

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Spanish skills update

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Donations needed

Silver Cross move OK'd

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Silver Cross Hospital�s proposal to move from its present site to a new hospital that would be built in New Lenox was approved Tuesday by the Illinois Health Facilities Board. The $398 million hospital is planned along Interstate 355 south of U.S. 6 and west of Cedar Road.

Lincoln-Way to try online test managing

By Gina Kenny special to the herald news — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The Lincoln-Way High School District is switching to a Web-based test score management system to help teachers identify at-risk students quicker and better determine which topics might need to be studied in further depth.

UPDATE: Court date set for New Lenox contractor

Sun-Times News Group — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A New Lenox home contractor Michael K. Doman,has again been charged with defrauding customers. Will County State�s Attorney�s office spokesman Chuck Pelkie said Doman�s next court date is July 2.

Child plays with gun, dies

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A 3-year-old boy died after apparently shooting himself while playing with a gun Wednesday. "We received a 911 call from a woman on a cell phone saying her baby had been shot," Police Chief Fred Hayes said.

Day of food and fun at Islamic festival

By Duaa Eldeib sun-times news group — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Mohsin Haider wasn't scared. Just a little bit anxious about the pony rides. The rides were a top attraction Sunday at the third annual American Islamic Association community fair in Frankfort.

Joliet police make drug bust

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Joliet police made a major drug sweep Wednesday afternoon. The arrests came after an undercover operation that went on for the past few months. Updates to follow.

Heritage Hall sold

By Susan DeMar Lafferty sun-times news group — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

After many years and many proposals, the "best use" for Frankfort's 105-year old Heritage Hall is an investment firm.

Youth events planned

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

NEW LENOX--Local youths are slated to have a fun-filled day at the end of August.

School district to raise hot lunch prices for '08-'09

By Susan DeMar Lafferty sun-times news group — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The rising cost of food and fuel has forced New Lenox school officials to raise the price of its hot lunches for the first time in six years. Business manager Harold Huang said the current lunch provider, Ceres Food Group, is no longer offering food services in this area.

Village amends dog ordinance

By Susan DeMar Lafferty sun-times news group — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Along with the Dog Chow and the box of Milk Bones, New Lenox pet owners might want to toss a stopwatch into the shopping cart.

Calendar Notes

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Second and fourth Wednesday

Village gets top finance honors

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

NEW LENOX--Village officials scored big with a financial organization for diligent reporting.

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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Today

Frankfort, New Lenox get on TRAC

By Susan DeMar Lafferty sun-times news group — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

TRAC's engine appears to be gaining steam.

Senior Notes

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Route 66 nostalgia

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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Agriculture Day

New principal for St. Joe's

By Mary Bernhard lw correspondent — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Manhattan will welcome a new principal at St. Joseph's Grade School this fall as Ray St. Aubin, moves on to seek the enjoyment of retired life. "It makes it easier to plan for retirement knowing the school board had selected John Garvey to be the new principal," St. Aubin said of his replacement. Garvey is well known throughout St. Patrick's community in Joliet as he has served as principal there for more than 15 years.

Doodle finalist dazzled by Googleplex tour

By Susan DeMar Lafferty sun-times news group — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Nine-year-old Nathan Viola and family returned recently from his prize-winning trip to the Googleplex in California.

collegenotes

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Committee appointment

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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Frankfort

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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Scholar winners

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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Kid's Fire Academy

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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Frankfort Library

L-W Central HS hosting tech conference

FROM SUBMITTED REPORTS — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

NEW LENOX -- More than 180 educators from throughout the country will meet at Lincoln-Way Central High School for a two-day conference on technology.

Green candidate in 11th district caps spending

By Patrick Ferrell pferrell@scn1.com — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The often overlooked third party candidate for 11th Congressional district race says he'll spend just $10,000, a small fraction of the several millions expected to be spent by his mainstream challengers.

Language barrier leads to 'robbery'

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

NEW LENOX--A language barrier resulted in a bank robbery scare Friday morning.

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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Village hanging tough

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Things are tough all over, said Mayor Tim Baldermann, but a town like New Lenox has what it takes to weather these hard times.

Board names new member

By Mary Bernhard lw correspondent — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Mike O'Neill was appointed to the Manhattan Planning and Zoning Commission board at the village board's June 3 meeting.

Mokena adds to watering code

By Gina Kenny sun-times news group — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

MOKENA--Residents thinking about watering their lawns better brush up first on their colors.

Scholarships

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Mokena Women's Club

Library gets boost

By Joan Carreon LW CORRESPONDENT — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A resident's $5,000 donation has given the New Lenox Public Library a bit of a financial shot in the arm.

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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Health Calendar

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Clinic grand opening

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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Frankfort

Community Notes

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Animal Clinic Open House

Family pets feeling pinch of economic downturn

By Donna Vickroy sun-times news group — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Old Mother Hubbard's dog has lots of company these days.

Daughter continues family EMT tradition

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

One of Kari Hamm's earliest memories is visiting the fire station where her father, Todd Hamm, worked as a paramedic and firefighter.

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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Frankfort Library

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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Summer schedule

EJ&E rail traffic at issue

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Plainfield officials have enlisted the support of a federal ally in their quest to avoid traffic gridlock if Canadian National is approved to buy the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railway. On Monday, U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert and village officials toured some of the railroad crossings that could be busier if the CN purchase is approved.

Landmark status sought for historic Francis Field

By Susan DeMar Lafferty SUN-TIMES NEWS GROUP — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Horses and dogs, 4-H members and soccer players are trodding on historical turf in New Lenox Township. They may not realize the Francis Field on Francis Road, a popular venue for recreation, represents a significant slice of local history. Most of today's residents didn't have a chance to know Fred A. Francis, the field's namesake, but the New Lenox Area Historical Society is hoping to change that.

CED official:Ozinga 'flat out wrong'

By Patrick Ferrell pferrell@scn1.com — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A top official with the Will County Center for Economic Development is not happy with attempts to link a third airport governance bill to convicted fundraiser Tony Rezko.

Not a robbery, just a 'language barrier'

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

NEW LENOX -- A language barrier resulted in a bank robbery scare Friday morning.

Mokena man killed in collision

STNG Wire — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A Mokena man riding a motorcycle was killed in a collision with a minivan in Orland Park late Thursday.

Mayor: New Lenox will weather 'tough times'

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Things are tough all over, said Mayor Tim Baldermann, but a town like New Lenox has what it takes to weather these hard times.

New sketch of Lane Bryant shooter released

The Associated Press — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Authorities say they've worked closely with the sole survivor of the shootings at a suburban Chicago Lane Bryant store to develop a new sketch of the gunman.

Calendar Notes

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

June 12, 19, 26

Park damage worst in 12 years

By Susan DeMar Lafferty sun-times news group — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Park damage worst in 12 years

Former Novel Brew spot still empty

By Joan Carreon LW CORRESPONDENT — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Former Novel Brew spot still empty

Library stays with holiday schedule

By Joan Carreon LW CORRESPONDENT — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

As far as its holiday schedule goes, the New Lenox Public Library doesn't plan to make any changes this year.

Manhattan gains one chiefs, loses another

By Susan DeMar Lafferty sun-times news group — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Manhattan has lost one police chief and gained another.

Relay for Life Friday

By Susan DeMar Lafferty SUN-TIMES NEWS GROUP — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Teams of walkers and runners will gather at the track at 6 p.m. Friday at Lincoln-Way East High School to begin their overnight Relay for Life to raise money for the American Cancer Society.

Senior Notes

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Eastern Will County

American Days Festival schedule announced

SUN-TIMES NEWS GROUP — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Proud American Days festival will bring four lively days of activities and events to New Lenox, July 24-27. Entertainment, athletics, competitions and carnival rides are part of the mix. Many of the activities are open to participation by the public.

Classroom Notes

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Frankfort

Park district unveils new building, programs

By Mary Bernhard Correspondent — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The Manhattan Park District's new Program Center showcased the facility with a "School's Out! Open House!" on June 5 showing parents and children alike the new digs for a variety of programming offered by the district. For the kids there were carnival games, prizes, "guess how many" candy jar contest, giveaways and adult raffles and a face painting clown. The day gave residents an opportunity to see the new center and sign up for programs offered.

Community Notes

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Name museum mascot

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Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

TODAY

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Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Ongoing

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Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Frankfort Library

Body found in river

FROM STAFF REPORTS — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A body was pulled from the Kankakee River on Monday afternoon in the Kankakee River State Park about a half mile west of Warner Bridge Road. It is believed to be a male in his 40s from Kankakee.