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Devils End Season with Loss to Seneca

By Dennis Bowling Peotone junior Ashley Veltman is a very talented and powerful hitter. She put on a great hitting display. The Blue Devils just ran out of time against the Seneca Fighting Irish on May 17th. Veltman, a talented shortstop, went 3-for-3, she smashed the ball over 200-feet over the right field fence, for…

The Blue Devils won that Regional Championship. Photo by Jim Piacentini.

Devils Win Regional Championship Over Chicago Christian

By Dennis Bowling Peotone coach Caley Michalek has very high expectations for freshman Peyton Bisping and Allie Werner. Bisping and Werner each did very well in their first ever regional title contest on May 12. Bisping, a talented forward, scored a three-goal hat trick. Werner, a talented forward, scored two goals, to help Peotone rout…

Devils senior Jenna Hunter poses for the camera. Photo by Jim Piacentini.

Hunter Records 5th Shutout of the Season

By Dennis Bowling Peotone senior Jenna Hunter has had an exceptional year. She helped the Blue Devils girls basketball team to the Class 2A sectional finals. Currently, Hunter is the cornerstone of the Blue Devils soccer team and she’d love to close out her year on a strong note. Peotone demolished Morgan Park Academy on…

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Beecher Softball Highlights

On Wednesday, May 3, the Lady Bobcats traveled to Lincoln-Way Central in a non-conference game, but were shutout, 3-0. On the day, Beecher’s bats were silent in the shutout, while Lincoln-Way scored 3 runs on 5 hits. Ava Lorenzatti, who is 12-2, took the loss. The next day, May 4, the ladies again were on…

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Bobcats Tally 2 Wins, 2 Losses for the Week

Thursday, May 4, the Beecher Bobcat baseball team traveled to Peotone in a non-conference competition and brought home an 8-2 win against the Blue Devils. For the Bobcats, they scored 8 runs, on 11 hits, while committing 1 error. Nolen Lane and Quinton Allen each had 2 hits. On the mound, Trevor Stout took the…

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Devils Track and Field Senior Night

Ayden Bettenhausen is the son of Denise and Scott Bettenhausen and is a four-year member of the track and field program. Ayden has many favorite memories from his track and field career. He enjoyed getting to know all of the athletes he’s been on the team with over the years and being able to help…

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Devils Soccer Senior Night

Jenna Hunter is the daughter of Stacy Kaplan and Joel Hunter and is a four-year member of the soccer program. Jenna has many favorite memories from her soccer career, including winning the Regional Championship and the stupid things the team would say in the huddle before the games started. After high school, Jenna is going…

Devil #19 Joe Hasse against Beecher. Photo by Jim Piacentini.

Bobcats Take Devils in Non-conference Play; 8-2

By Dennis Bowling Beecher junior Trevor Stout is one of the hardest working pitchers in this area and the River Valley Conference too. He turned in a satisfactory performance on May 4. Stout, who used a variety of pitches, allowed six scattered hits and fanned six batters, to help Beecher beat Peotone 8-2 in a…

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Panther Softball Highlights

On Wednesday, May 3, the Panther softball team traveled to face conference foe the Blue Devils, bringing home an 11-0 win. According to Panther Coach Josh Carlile, “We got some good production up and down the lineup tonight. Combine that with a shutout, a two-hit performance from Alyssa Dralle, and we had a good night!…

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Devils Softball Seniors

Isabella Johnson is the daughter of Becky and Brian Johnson and a four-year member of the softball team. Isabella’s favorite memory from softball was being able to play with her sister. After high school, Isabella plans to attend Lewis University to pursue a doctorate in Pharmacology.    Mady Kibelkis is the daughter of Melissa and…

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Devils Baseball Seniors

Esteban Anaya is the son of Veronica and Chacho Anaya and is a three-year member of the baseball team. Esteban, who is also known as the one who loves to bunt, has many favorite memories that include playing with his best friends for years, beating Manteno, and playing the song “Hit The Road Jack” after…

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Devils Take Chicago Christian; 6-2

By Dennis Bowling Peotone coach Steve Strough is very happy to see freshman hurler Sophie Klawitter evolve into the cornerstone of the Blue Devils team. Klawitter was in a great groove and she turned in an outstanding performance on April 29. Klawitter was dominating; striking out 15 batters, she allowed a meager two scattered hits.…

Devil Autumn Clay #6 against Lisle. Photo by Jim Piacentini.

Veltman Helped Devils Rout Lisle; 11-1

By Dennis Bowling Peotone junior hurler Ashley Veltman was very strong in the circle and turned in a great performance on April 25th. Veltman, a very talented hard throwing right-handed hurler, was on her game, allowed a meager three hits and fanned nine batters, to help the Blue Devils rout Lisle 11-1 (five innings) in…

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PHS Senior Continues Basketball Career at Wheaton College

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Riverside Healthcare Donates $12,000+ to Local High Schools

Scores for Schools program supports 18 area school athletic programs. Riverside Healthcare’s annual Scores for Schools program donated more than $12,000 to area high schools for their 2022 fall sports seasons. “We are so proud of our local high schools for their achievements this year, and Riverside is grateful to be able to celebrate student…

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Velasco Commits to Carthage College

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Traffic Study and Planning Dominate Village Discussion
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Vedette Sports Report
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Crete Community to Host Clean Up Day
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No More Potholes on Blue Devil Drive
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Dangerous Intersection A Topic at Board Meeting
No Golf Carts For Crete
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Beecher School Board Tosses Around Idea of a Referendum
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Beecher Board and Lions Club Hash Out Bike and Burnout Show
Sgt. Matt Moore, new Officer Daniel Napoli, and Mayor Peter March. Photo by Andrea Arens.
Peotone Hires New Officer
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VEDETTE SPORTS REPORT
Dixie’s Special Day. Photo submitted by Project Fire Buddies.
Project Fire Buddies Holds Spa Day for Peotone Girl Amid Father’s Cancer Battle
An example of the design of the Hometown Heroes banner for Manhattan. –Image by Village of Manhattan.
Manhattan Honors Veterans with Banner Program
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Angel’s Helping Hands Now an Alternative
Peotone residents Maura Culver (left) and Paula Prium (right) with Village President Peter March. –Photo by Karen Haave.
Streetscape to Start in Peotone
Manhattan Mayor Mike Adrieansen celebrated a birthday just before the Village board meeting on April 1. Photo by Stephanie Irvine.
Budget, Property Lines, and Safety Topics at Village Meeting
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Crete’s Winter Coat Drive Unnecessary After All
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Outdoor Lighting Might Not be a Problem in Monee Anymore
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VEDETTE SPORTS REPORT
Former trooper seeks restoration of driving privileges nearly 16 years after fatal crash
Peotone Police Blotter: March 29-April 3
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Crete’s Officer Hunt Retires