Lake County Gazette

Metra calling on students in contest to promote rail safety

By Mark Heinz | Nov 16, 2017

Metra is turning to students to help promote rail safety in the age of digital distractions. “Eyes Up, Devices Down: Look, Listen, Live” is the theme of Metra’s 12th annual safety poster and essay contests, Metra said in a release.

Mundelein offers a big thanks to Vietnam War vets

By Mark Heinz | Oct 30, 2017

Vietnam War veterans were the guests of honor at a ceremony hosted by the Village of Mundelein recently, according to the village's Facebook page.

Deerfield Park District earns top honor from Illinois association

By Mark Heinz | Oct 30, 2017

The Deerfield Park District has set the standard for promoting community arts, according to a recent honor from the lllinois Association of Park Districts.

Longtime employee joins College of Lake County board

By Mark Heinz | Oct 30, 2017

The third-place candidate in the April election was appointed to fill a vacancy on the College of Lake County (CLC) Board of Trustees, according to a press release from the college.