The $1.25 million program will improve at least 30 veteran-owned homes over two years Cook County, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced the call for applications for the County’s Department of Veterans Affairs home repair program. The county has a partnership with Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago. Cook County[Read More…]
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First of a Week of DUI Charges in Park Forest
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Mid-February in Park Forest was a busy one for DUI charges. Police charged four individuals with a DUI the week of Feb. 7 through Feb. 13. According to police, officers had no special areas set up to stop impaired drivers. “I wish I could say we had[Read More…]
Park Forest Residents Can Take Advantage of Early Voting and Vote By Mail
Residents in Park Forest can take advantage of early voting and voting by mail before the April 4 consolidated election.
April Brings Gardening Tips, Virtual Talks, and Autism Awareness to the Park Forest Library
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- As April brings warmth, the Park Forest Public Library offers two events – one in-person and one virtual – to help patrons with their gardening efforts. On Saturday, April 8 at 1 p.m., the library will present Container Garden Secrets. The program covers how to purchase the[Read More…]
School Districts Shine in Black History Performing Arts Showcase
The Black History Performing Arts Showcase, a collaborative effort between a number of local school districts.
Electric Aggregation and Community Solar Options Explained
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- As reported in eNews Park Forest previously, Park Forest residents have several options available to them when it comes to electric aggregation, how their electricity is generated, and the price they will pay. The choices are a little confusing, so the information here hopefully provides some insight.[Read More…]
Governors State University’s Dance Company Will “RISE UP” to Social Injustice Through Dance
Join the Governors State University (GSU) Dance Company as they dance for social justice in their upcoming production: RISE UP! Truth to Power.
Princess Offord Named to UM Fall 2022 Dean’s Honor Roll
Princess Offord, of University Park, IL, was named to the University of Mississippi’s Fall 2022 Honor Roll lists.
Rich 227’s Nasir Bailey is Four-Time State Wrestling Champ
Nasir Bailey of Park Forest cemented his place as an all-time great in wrestling becoming a 4-Time IHSA State Champ.
Gary Man Sentenced to 240 Months in Prison
Hammond, IN-(ENEWSPF)- Joshua Jensen, 27 years old, of Gary, Indiana, was sentenced to 240 months in prison by United States District Court Judge Philip P. Simon on his plea of guilty to production of child pornography announced by United States Attorney Clifford D. Johnson. Besides the 240 months in prison,[Read More…]
