Peotone Police Blotter: September 27 – October 3

Massey’s death underscores state delay in launching mental health response program

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On October 3, a Peotone Officer assisted by University Park executed a no bond warrant of arrest, on a white male, 49, for violation of an order of protection. The male subject was placed into custody without incident and transported to Peotone PD for processing. Upon completion of booking, the arrestee was transported to Will County Adult Detention Center.


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Massey’s death underscores state delay in launching mental health response program

Peotone Police Blotter: October 18-31

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Spread the love On October 18, Police responded to a property damage accident at West Street and Wilmington-Peotone Road. No injuries were reported, and an accident report was completed. On October 23, a Peotone Officer investigated a counterfeit $20 bill used in a transaction at the McDonald’s at 701 Oriole Drive. The manager provided evidence,…


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Peotone School Board Contentiously Votes to Approve Bonds

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Spread the loveBy Andrea Arens Another $4.6M in bonds was approved by the Peotone School Board on October 21 but not without some contention. Board member Tim Stoub said the board passed an unfunded budget until the evening’s $4.6M in bonds were approved, and said, “This is a bit of a bullying tactic. I’m forced…


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Homeschoolers in Extracurriculars? Maybe

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Spread the loveBy Andrea Arens Eighth grader Selah Turner would like to participate in extracurriculars in Peotone 207-U, specifically soccer at the high school. At the October 21 school board meeting, she gave a presentation encouraging the district to allow homeschool students to participate in extracurriculars. This isn’t Selah’s first presentation either. She gave one…


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Fire Chief Steve Malone displays a rendering of the new fire station. –Photo by Stephanie Irvine.

Severe Accidents and EMS Dominate MFPD Services

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Spread the loveBy Stephanie Irvine “It’s been an eventful month,” Fire Chief Steve Malone explained after reporting the district responded to the Tri-Star Cabinets fire and several accidents, with four fatalities in the past month, at the district’s monthly meeting. Malone noted that Wilmington-Peotone, Tully Road, County Line, and Kennedy Roads have also been hot…


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Frankenstein (Trustee Joe Tieri) and Freddie Krueger (Police Chief Terry Lemming) make some new friends with trick-or-treaters in Beecher on Halloween. –Photo submitted.

Time for Halloween Fun; Be Safe!

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Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Area villages have set the hours for the traditional Halloween trick-or-treating, and at least one requires adult supervision for minors. In the Village of Crete, kids can gather candy on Thursday, October 31, from 3 to 7 p.m., with the 6 – 7 p.m. hour requiring adult supervision. The Village…


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Riverside Healthcare Named Illinois’ Healthiest Employer

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Spread the loveRanks 36th in Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America In its 60th year, Riverside Healthcare continues its decades-long commitment to the health and well-being of its employees. For its dedication to promoting employee health, Riverside was named one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America, ranking 36th in the nation. Additionally, Riverside earned first…


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Free Film Screening: ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Observes Native American Heritage Month

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Spread the loveNovember is Native American Heritage Month, honoring the history, culture, and contributions of Native Americans, while educating the public about the challenges American Indians face today. We begin by honoring the land ancestry of Kankakee County, the occupied lands of the Potawatomi and Kickapoo Tribes, as a result of settler colonialism. In observance…


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USF Hosting Blood Drive November 12

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Spread the loveThe American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency shortage, as there continues to be a critical need for blood products to ensure patient care. Help those in need as the University of St. Francis (USF) hosts its next American Red Cross blood drive on Tuesday, November 12, from 1 to 6 p.m., in…


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St. Paul the Apostle Parish Holding Second Listening Session

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Spread the loveAs part of Phase 3 of the targeted restructuring process for the Diocese of Joliet, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Parish, 511 N. Conrad Street, will be hosting its second Parish Listening Session on Wednesday, November 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. It is important people attend both sessions, as the content of…


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Laura Keyes will portray Elizabeth Cady Stanton in a program at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 3, in the courtroom of the Old Courthouse Museum. The program is sponsored by Iroquois County Historical Society. –Photo submitted.

Elizabeth Stanton Program November 3

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Spread the loveIroquois County Historical Society, a non-profit organization, will sponsor a program on Elizabeth Cady Stanton at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 3, in the courtroom of the Old Courthouse Museum, 103 W. Cherry, Watseka. Laura Keyes will portray Stanton and is well-known for portraying historic women and lecturing on historic topics since 2008. …


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Peotone Library News

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Spread the loveRegister 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. Youth Services October 31: Trick-or-Treat at the Library, Thursday, at 4 p.m. November 1: PHS Book Club, Friday, at 7:45 a.m., PHS. November 2: Sensory Playtime, Saturday,…


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Get Tickets for ‘Holidays in Historic Christmas House Walk’

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Spread the loveKankakee’s Riverview Historic District once again will feature five homes, including Frank Lloyd Wright’s first Prairie-Style house during its annual Holidays in Historic Riverview Christmas House Walk, on Sunday, December 8, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Funds raised will continue to support neighborhood events, promotion, and improvements. Tickets are $20 in advance…


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Helping Hands Food Pantry

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Spread the loveHelping Hands Food Pantry will be open to all area residents (including senior citizens and adults both with or without children who reside within the boundaries of the Peotone School District and are in need of food assistance) on Wednesdays, November 6 and 20, from 1 to 5:30 p.m., at the Community Presbyterian…


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Trick-or-Treat Hours

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Spread the loveMark your calendars for local trick-or-treat hours, and don’t forget to be extra vigilant while driving, as the children dart about enjoying Halloween fun! Keep everyone safe! Beecher: From 4 to 7 p.m. Crete: From 3 – 7 p.m., but children must be accompanied by an adult from 6 to 7 p.m. Manhattan:…


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The Coffee with a Cop artwork was on display at Peotone Village Hall. Photo by Andrea Arens.

New Tech for Peotone PD

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Spread the loveBy Andrea Arens There was not much on the agenda for the Peotone Village Board meeting on October 14. Mayor Peter March was absent, and trustee Gary Hudson served as mayor pro tem. A resolution approving crack sealing for $24,250 from Freehill Asphalt unanimously was approved. Crack sealing extends the life of asphalt,…


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