Lake County Gazette

VERNON HILLS PARK DISTRICT: Free Sunglasses Giveaway Day at the Family Aquatic Center on June 27

By Press release submission | Jun 24, 2018

National Sunglasses Day is a commemorative date held annually on June 27 celebrating the importance of wearing shades to protect the eyes from the sun’s harsh ultraviolet (UV) rays.

PARK DISTRICT OF HIGHLAND PARK: Take a Closer Look: Moraine Park

By Press release submission | Jun 24, 2018

Over a century ago, nestled on the Lake Michigan bluff along North Sheridan Road a five-star hotel played host to the rich and famous.

From Prairie State Wire

Analysis: 28 percent of mortgages in Piatt County considered ‘equity-rich’

By LGIS Newsfeed | 6 years ago

Among Illinois counties, Piatt, Moultrie and Monroe had the highest percentage of property owners with mortgages who have at least 50 percent equity in their homes, according to an analysis by ATTOM Data Solutions looking at home equity at the end of the first quarter.

VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE: 4th of July Fireworks!

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

A spectacular fireworks display will begin at approximately 9:30 PM.

VILLAGE OF LAKE BLUFF: Pizza and Trivia on June 26

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

Come to Dickinson Hall for a free trivia game with Lake Bluff Library staff, and then maybe stay for a delicious pizza!

VILLAGE OF GURNEE: Waveland Avenue and Magnolia Avenue Temporary Closures

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

The Illinois Department of Transportation has noticed that access to Waveland Avenue and Magnolia Avenue will be closed north of Grand Avenue beginning Wednesday, June 20th and continuing for a period of 7-10 days for laying the base layer of the roadway.

From DuPage Policy Journal

House approves Roskam's bill to restrict opioid abuse among seniors

By Robert Hadley | 6 years ago

A bill designed to restrict opioid abuse, introduced in May by Congressman Peter Roskam (R-IL), recently passed unanimously in the U.S. House of Representatives.

GURNEE POLICE DEPARTMENT: Six Flags Disturbance

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

Gurnee Police Officers responded to Six Flags Great America on June 15, 2018, for a report of a large group causing a disturbance, and a fight between two females.

VILLAGE OF GRAYSLAKE: Reminder: Fireworks

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

As you are celebrating the July 4th holiday, please be aware that fireworks are illegal in the Village.

VILLAGE OF FOX LAKE: Core Challenge - Senior Fitness Program on June 27

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

A fun overall body work-out with emphasis on the Core.

VILLAGE OF DEERFIELD: Fine Arts Commission Seeking Artists for Public Art Program

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

The Village of Deerfield is soliciting artwork loans from artists as part of the fifth year of the Deerfield Public Art Program.

VILLAGE OF DEER PARK: Prevailing Wage Public Notice

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

NOTICE is hereby given that the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Deer Park, Lake and Cook Counties, Illinois has made a determination of its prevailing rates of wages to be paid.

VERNON HILLS PARK DISTRICT: Volunteer Century Clean Up Day

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

The Park District is seeking volunteers to assist with litter clean-up in Century Park on July 5.

ROUND LAKE AREA PARK DISTRICT: Rain Day - CNM Open to the Public!

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

We've heard you! Special rain day hours have been added.

ROUND LAKE AREA PARK DISTRICT: Pop-Up Preschool

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

The Round Lake Area Park District and the Best Kindergarten Readiness Committee are proud to once again offer this FREE program for parents with children 3-5 years old.

PARK DISTRICT OF HIGHLAND PARK: Old Parks Maintenance Building Demolition Nears Completion

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

Demolition of the +70 year old Parks Maintenance Building located south of the Sunset Valley clubhouse is nearing completion.

OAK GROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT 68: Summer office hours

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

Our clerical staff will be in the office from 9-1 p.m. each weekday through August 6th.

GURNEE PARK DISTRICT: Neighborhood Nights on June 25

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

Join us at Ravinia Park for FREE family fun close to home!

GRAYSLAKE PARK DISTRICT: Nifty Fifty Monthly Senior Club on June 27

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2018

Join the best monthly senior club around!

From Prairie State Wire

Analysis: 40 percent of mortgages in Boone County considered ‘underwater’

By LGIS News Service | 6 years ago

Among Illinois counties, Boone, Montgomery and Bond had the highest percentage of property owners with mortgages who owe at least 25 percent more on their loans than their property is worth, according to an analysis by ATTOM Data Solutions looking at home equity at the end of the first quarter.