After consecutive weeks of severe weather led to cancellations, the Village of Park Forest rescheduled its Main Street Nights summer concert series.
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DeLuca-led Crematory Regulation Plan Now Law
The DeLuca-led bill clarifies standards for storage and cremation to restore dignity and confidence for families.
Comptroller Mendoza Permanently Closed Heights Crematory Through Consent Order
Illinois State Comptroller Mendoza permanently revoked the license of the Heights Crematory of Chicago Heights.
Celebrate America’s 250th and More at the Park Forest Public Library in July
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— Summer is in full swing at the Park Forest Public Library during July. In addition to kids’ giveaways related to America’s 250th anniversary, the library is hosting a tea and movie matinee of “Lincoln,” and a rescheduled talk on the promises of democracy and freedom. There will[Read More…]
Community Picnic & Underground Railroad Program at Schubert Woods Pavilion
The public is invited to a special community picnic and educational program with the Midwest Underground Railroad Network.
Park Forest’s Sandra Zoellner Retires After 21 Years of Service
Sandra Zoellner retires after 21 years of service to the Village of Park Forest. Zoellner served in Economic Development.
Save the date for The Prairie Party at theNate
Plan for an evening under the stars celebrating GovState’s Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park (theNate) at the park’s annual Prairie Party.
Governors State Has New Soccer Complex and New Men’s Coach
The GovState Athletics Department welcomed Jose “Tony” Gonzalez as the new Head Men’s Soccer Coach. He arrives with a winning record.
Blackhawk Tower Plaza Demolition Begins
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)— The Village of Park Forest announced the demolition of the long-vacant Blackhawk Tower Plaza located at the intersection of Blackhawk Drive and Indianwood Boulevard. Once home to businesses including Jewel Grocery (known in the community as “Little Jewel”), Newman’s Pharmacy, Froggie’s Ice Cream, Faso’s Pizza, the Park[Read More…]
Park Forest Housing Cooperative to Honor Former Residents Philip Klutznick and Jim Edgar
Jim Edgar and Philip Klutznik once were residents of what today is the Birch Street Townhomes Housing Cooperative.
