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Abri Credit Union Awards Two College Scholarships

Romeoville, IL— Abri Credit Union feels strongly about giving back to its members and the communities its serves. An important aspect of its giving back philosophy is the Abri Credit Union scholarship program that was established to recognize, reward and help make possible the pursuit of higher …

Death Notices

Jean Wright Obituary

Jean E. Wright, age 90 of Plainfield, IL since 1998, former resident of Chicago from 1974 – 1998,  at rest Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the Rosewood Care Center in Joliet, IL. Born Sept. 8, 1922 in Roberts, IL the daughter of the late Harold and Geraldine Whorrall. Beloved wife of the late Gaylord, …

Local Connections

JUNE 2013 Community Crusade: Doing As Much Good As Possible, For As Many As Possible

The Joliet Crusaders for Christ and partner organizations, including Sharefest of Will County, Unity CDC and Forest Park Community Center, will present “30 Days of Service, an Interdenominational Crusade” from June 1 to 30 this summer in Joliet. The program seeks to inspire, encourage, unite and …

Promotions

Girl Scouts' Pre-k Day Camp

Girl who are entering kindergarten in the fall and are interested in Girl Scouts are invited to participate in a three day camp. The day camp will take place Tuesday, June 25th thru Thursday, June 27th at the Girl Scouts’ gathering Place at 1551 Spencer Rd. in Joliet. The camp is available in two …

Government

Garbage Collection Next Week One Day Late Due to Memorial Day

  • May 21, 2013

All garbage/recycling/yard waste pick-up will be one day late next week in observance of the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 27, 2013. The normal collectionschedule will resume the week of June 3, 2013. City Hall will also be closed, Monday, May 27, 2013, in observance of the Memorial Day …

Social Notes

Forest Preserve District Holding Plant Sale June 1

  • May 20, 2013

“Bringing Nature Home Native Plant Sale,” a free, all-age program sponsored by the Forest Preserve District of Will County, will be Saturday, June 1, 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., at the Sugar Creek Administration Center in Joliet. The Forest Preserve District is partnering with Possibility Place Nursery in…

Social Notes

Joliet Car Show

Hope you enjoy the pictures like I did going to the cars show....Enjoy. By JolietJake.

School

Sarah Is A National Writing Contest Winner

McGraw-Hill Education announced that Sarah Deffenbaugh, a St. Mary Immaculate School student, won the 4th - 6th grade level Drama Category of the SRA Reading Labs Student Writing Contest.  Sarah’s writing passage, Changes, was one of 3 finalists in that category. Congratulations Sarah! …

Government

Library's Summer Reading Program Starts June 1

  • May 19, 2013

The Joliet Public Library’s popular summer reading program returns this summer with the theme, Have Book-Will Travel. Readers of all ages are invited to join the fun by reading books, attending free programs, and submitting reading logs for the chance to win prizes.  Reading Logs can be turned in …

Government

New Stop Signs to Be Installed at Raynor and Norley

  • May 19, 2013

Effective Wednesday, May 29, 2013, there will be new stop signs installed on Raynor Avenue at Norley Avenue. This will create an All Way stop. Motorists are advised to use caution while driving in the area. For additional information, contact Joliet Public Works Department at 815-724-4200.

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