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Week in Review: Domestic Battery Case Escalates and Christmas Lights Lawsuit
Stories about a bakery poll, father returning from Afghanistan, tax levy, Christmas lights, a principal threatened and more in Mokena and nearby.
News
Frankfort Cop Cuffed & Jailed in Middle of Court Hearing For Domestic Battery CaseFrankfort Police Officer Donald Walsh was arrested on new charges during a court appearance for his felony domestic battery case Wednesday.
Mokena Woman Slapped With Lawsuit Alleging Man Fell While Stringing Christmas Lights
The man filing the lawsuit claims he fell off a ladder.
Last Vote for 4.9 Percent D159 Tax Levy Wed. Night
The Mokena School District 159 Board of Education gave the go ahead at the November meeting for a 4.9 percent tax levy request. A public hearing on it will be held at Wednesday night’s meeting.
Fleckenstein's Bakery Comes in Close Second in Patch "Best Of" Poll
Orland Park’s local baked goods maker comes out on top in our vote for the best bakery. Fleckenstein’s in Mokena put up a fight, taking the lead several times.
New Lenox Teen Stays in Jail on $10,000 Bond For Allegedly Threatening Lincoln-Way West's Principal
Lincoln-Way West student Logan Bowman wanted his bond reduced but the judge didn't go along with it.
Security Boss For Will County Courthouse Kills Self In Crest Hill Parking Lot
Guiding Lights: A Map to the Best Decorations in the 'Burbs
Find out which homes and neighborhoods Patch readers suggested had halls decked to the nines. We map more than 60 displays across the south and southwest suburbs.
Possible 40 Million Target Customers' Credit Card Info Stolen
The Secret Service is investigating a "massive data breach" at the national retail chain, spanning Black Friday until Dec. 15, according to reports.
Army Dad's Return Grants Son's Christmas Wish
Sgt. John Rivera surprised his sixth-grade son, Dominic, during a Central Middle School assembly Friday. Watch the touching reunion.
Cardinal Francis George Marks 50 Years as a Catholic Priest
Leader of the Chicago Archdiocese reflects on his life and his service to the church.
Blogs
Palos to perform surgery using EndoWrist StaplerInvestigating alternatives to narcotics in the treatment of Chronic Pain
State-of-the-art Care at Palos Community Hospital
Upcoming Programs at The Bridge Teen Center 12.3.13
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