Vernon Hills
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Lakeside legacy: Retired firefighter uncovers the hidden history of Diamond LakeDec 01, 2024 9:00 pm - A special exhibit of artifacts presents a visual record of more than 150 years of colorful history on Diamond Lake in Mundelein.
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Missing, endangered Lake County residents found safeDec 01, 2024 1:54 pm - Lake County sheriff’s deputies and other police officers rescued two missing and endangered residents in separate incidents over the weekend, authorities said.
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Libertyville High grad making good on a sweet dreamNov 29, 2024 10:30 am - While many spend a lifetime figuring out what they want to be when they grow up, Shane Wimmer knew from an early age that he wanted to make a career out of creating sweet treats.
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Presentation focuses on the owls of Lake County and their roles in the ecosystemNov 28, 2024 10:02 am - Owls will be the topic of the Lake County Audubon Society’s meeting Monday, Dec. 2. Lake County is home to three owl species that are year-round residents — the great hor...
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5-year-old killed, toddler injured in head-on crash in Beach ParkNov 27, 2024 6:57 pm - A 5-year-old Zion boy was killed, a 2-year-old boy critically injured and two others hurt in a head-on traffic crash Tuesday in Beach Park.
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Get ready for Holly Jolly Holiday in WaucondaNov 27, 2024 2:57 pm - Holly Jolly Holiday, formerly Holiday Walk on Main, will be held from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Wauconda Park District community center, 600 N. Main St., Wa...
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Thanksgiving meal in Lake Zurich for those in needNov 27, 2024 7:06 am - Those in need or with nowhere to go can share a Thanksgiving meal from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, at the Culver’s restaurant, 645 N. Rand Road, Lake Zurich.
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‘A different type of shelter’: Hawthorn Woods approves PAWS’ facilityNov 26, 2024 5:24 pm - Detailed planning for PAWS Chicago's first suburban location will proceed in Hawthorn Woods with unanimous approval by village officials.
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Season of Hope event highlights six Lake County nonprofitsNov 25, 2024 2:02 pm - The American Place Casino will be hosting the Season of Hope Event, which aims to showcase the impactful work of six nonprofit organizations in Lake County, on Dec. 6. T...
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Burglary suspect attacks Lake County deputy during arrestNov 24, 2024 10:21 am - A 36-year-old man arrested for a gaming cafe burglary in Third Lake kicked a Lake County Sheriff’s deputy during his arrest and forced deputies to use pepper spray at the Lake County Jail, authorities said.