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Library board extends pilot program due to low evening usage

The Oak Park Library Board has voted to extend its pilot program for expanded hours through August 31, 2025.

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 25, 2025

Lake Bluff announces annual service for outdoor warning siren system

The Village of Lake Bluff has announced that its Outdoor Warning Siren System, tested on the first Tuesday of each month, will undergo annual service tomorrow, Friday, March 21.

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 25, 2025

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Warren-Newport Public Library celebrates International Day of Happiness

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 24, 2025

Since 2013, the United Nations has recognized March 20 as an International Day of Happiness – a commemoration of connection and well-being.

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Mundelein Park District announces spring updates including renovations and fundraisers

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 24, 2025

In his March 2025 Director Update, Executive Director Ron Salski provided an overview of current developments within the park district.

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Lake Bluff Public Library closed due to sewage backup

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 23, 2025

The Lake Bluff Public Library is closed today due to a sewage backup.

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Lake County Gazette area weekly mass times

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 22, 2025

The following parishes in the Lake County Gazette coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Barrington Volunteer Connection aims to unify local nonprofits and volunteers

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 19, 2025

The Barrington Volunteer Connection (BAVC) serves as a unified platform for local nonprofits, volunteers, partners, and collaborators.

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Week ending March 2: 11 new registered sex offenders living in Lake County

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 16, 2025

There are 11 new registered sex offenders living in Lake County in the week ending March 2, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Lake County Gazette area weekly mass times

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 15, 2025

The following parishes in the Lake County Gazette coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Library receives $30,000 annually from Friends of WNPL

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 15, 2025

Thanks to the generosity of the Friends of WNPL, the Library receives approximately $30,000 each year in vital programming budget support.

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Deer Park announces Arbor Day celebration with tree planting event

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 14, 2025

Deer Park has announced its upcoming Arbor Day Celebration, inviting residents to participate in a tree planting event.

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Community offers volunteer opportunities for high school students in Riverwoods

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 13, 2025

Parents of high school students in Riverwoods have new opportunities for their children to engage with the community through two local organizations.

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Western Springs releases recent BOT meeting video and minutes

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 13, 2025

The Village of Western Springs has announced the availability of a video from the March 4, 2025, Board of Trustees (BOT) meeting and the minutes from the February 18, 2025, BOT meeting.

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Riverwoods introduces automatic payment option for utility bills

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 13, 2025

Riverwoods now offers an option for automatic payments of water and sewer bills, providing a convenient solution for residents looking to streamline their utility bill payments.

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Volunteer fair scheduled at Vernon Area Public Library for March

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 13, 2025

Vernon Area Public Library will host a Volunteer Fair on March 16, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This event aims to connect community members with local nonprofits and organizations offering volunteer opportunities for both adults and teens.

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Lakemoor announces community events including Easter egg hunt and garage sale weekend

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 13, 2025

The Village of Lakemoor has announced several upcoming community events.

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Sanitary sewer inspections scheduled in village from March to April 2025

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 13, 2025

American Underground, LLC is set to conduct sanitary sewer televising in parts of the Village.

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Lake County houses 19 new registered sex offenders as of February

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 11, 2025

There were 19 new registered sex offenders living in Lake County in February, compared to the month before, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.