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Mokena committed to longterm battle with emeral ash borer

The tree-killing emerald ash borer has taken up residence in Mokena, and it’s not going away anytime soon, a village official said Monday. “It’s here, … Read more ›

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Will County Neighborhood Stabilization Program ranked second in country

County program becoming model for nation Will County continues to be a leader in the Neighborhood Stabilization Program as the United States Department of Housing … Read more ›

The North Providence Ridge Cemetery in Jackson Township is the latest addition to the Will County Historic Preservation list of landmarks.
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North Providence Ridge Cemetery honored with Landmark Designation

The North Providence Ridge Cemetery is the latest addition to the rolls of the Will County Historic Preservation Commission due to the efforts of the … Read more ›

From the community

Mokena Retains AA+ Bond Rating

Mokena’s stellar AA+ bond rating from Standard & Poor’s remains intact, according to Village officials who were advised of the rating update last month. The … Read more ›

National speaker and recovering drug addict David Lee addresses the crowd at Sandburg Wednesday night. (Jeff Vorva/Tribune)

Community Link group gets the word out on area drug situation

Orland Township’s Community Link group welcomed parents to a recent symposium on the area’s drug problem – including increases in heroin use among young locals. More than … Read more ›

Durbin named to House-Senate panel on transportation bill

Illinois will have a seat at the table when an important U.S. House-Senate panel meets to hash out the next national transportation funding bill. U.S. … Read more ›

Refinancing agreement will save Mokena thousands, official says

A bond refinance agreement signed in mid-Aprilwill save Mokena about $55,000 this year, a village official said. Finance Director Barbara Damron said April 23 the village was … Read more ›

From left, Orland Township's Gina Chigaros, Alison Bautcher and Cheryl Kokaska have been key in setting up a drug awareness symposium. (Jeff Vorva/Tribune)

May 2 drug symposium targets concerned parents

Orland Township will host its first Community Link symposium, offering information for parents of grade and high school students on the area’s battle against heroin use. … Read more ›

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Frankfort Country Market expands footprint, welcomes new vendors

The village of Frankfort made enhancements in its downtown area this spring to accommodate a growing Country Market set to begin on Sunday, April 29. … Read more ›

Will County Board member Henry Travis

County Board welcomes back longtime colleague

Will County Board members are welcoming back a former colleague. Henry Travis, 83, was appointed to fill out the remainder of Frank Stewart’s term as … Read more ›