A tower rises in the Village of Park Forest. The new water edifice is currently under construction just east of the Water Plant.
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Protect Threatened Mussel Populations, Volunteer Today
For over a decade, volunteers with the Illinois RiverWatch program have been monitoring mussel populations in the Upper Sangamon River.
Park Forest to Offer Composting Option to Residents
Park Forest may soon join its north suburban peers in having a composting option for food scraps, coffee grounds, and other items.
Final Main Street Nights Canceled Due to Severe Weather Forecast
The threat of severe weather necessitates the cancellation of Unity Day and the last Main Street Nights of the summer.
Village Begins Search for Lead Service Lines
In compliance with state law, the Village of Park Forest is conducting a door-to-door inspection of all water service lines entering homes.
SD 163’s Barack Obama School to Receive Renewable Energy Grant
One of the recipients of a grant from Cook County is School District 163’s Barack Obama School of Leadership & STEM in Chicago Heights.
ICC Offers Summertime Tips to Keep Energy Costs Down
Supply chain constraints and the war on Ukraine are driving up the costs of energy as we head into the hot summer months.
Park Forest Prepares for Season’s Highest Temperatures As Excessive Heat Warning Is Issued for Region
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued an excessive heat warning until Wednesday, June 15 at 8 p.m. with expected peak afternoon heat index values between 106 to 110 degrees. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. The Cook County Department of[Read More…]
Home Weatherization Assistance Deadline is June 10
As reported in eNews on April 27, the Village of Park Forest is helping residents with home weatherization improvements.
Rep. Kelly Visits Kankakee County Farm with President Biden
Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) visited O’Connor Family Farms in Kankakee, Illinois on May 11 with President Biden and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. President Biden announced actions his administration is taking to support American farmers, reduce food prices, and feed the world.
