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Joliet residents paid 4th-largest sum in sales taxes per municipality in Illinois during 2024

By Will County Gazette | Jul 28, 2025

Joliet residents paid approximately $69.6 million in sales taxes, the fourth highest total paid per municipality in 2024.

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Essington Road lane closure for water valve project extended through August 2025

By Will County Gazette | Jul 28, 2025

Northbound traffic on Essington Road between Caton Farm Road and Ingalls Avenue will continue to experience a left lane closure through August 1, 2025.

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Chicago Street Corridor project nears completion with final paver placements and infrastructure upgrades

By Will County Gazette | Jul 28, 2025

Brick paver installation continued along the Chicago Street corridor through Saturday, July 26.

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Former Mayor Pekau: 'Jim Dodge and his goons just sent me a cease-and-desist letter'

By Will County Gazette | Jul 25, 2025

Keith Pekau, the former Mayor of Orland Park, has claimed that current Mayor Jim Dodge sent him a cease-and-desist letter due to his "sharing the truth" about alleged patronage hires and misuse of taxpayer dollars by the new mayoral administration.

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Joliet appoints new director for cultural affairs with extensive experience

By Will County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

The City of Joliet has announced the appointment of Ann Sylvester as its new Director of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.

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Street sweeping in Channahon set for July 28

By Will County Gazette | Jul 22, 2025

Street sweeping services provided by LRS are scheduled to commence the week of July 28, 2025.

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Will County Gazette publication area records 6 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Transportation and Warehousing industry during 2024

By Will County Gazette | Jul 21, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Transportation and Warehousing employers across Will County Gazette publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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City of Joliet announces special board meeting on July 23

By Will County Gazette | Jul 21, 2025

The City of Joliet Board of Fire and Police Commissioners has scheduled a special meeting for Wednesday, July 23, 2025.

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Community invited to discuss I-80 Des Plaines River Bridge plan

By Will County Gazette | Jul 21, 2025

The City of Joliet, in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), is hosting a community meeting for the I-80 Des Plaines River Bridge Community Plan.

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Chicago Street corridor sees progress with completion of key projects

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

Work has progressed on the Chicago Street corridor with significant developments reported.

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Oakland Avenue Project construction start time adjusted due to extreme heat

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

Due to extreme heat this week, the construction schedule for the Oakland Avenue Project will be adjusted.

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City partners with Clarke for mosquito control efforts

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

To address the mosquito infestation and reduce frequent mosquito breeding, the City has partnered with Clarke, a recognized expert in mosquito control.

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Village of Monee seeks bids for real estate sale on Governors Highway

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

The Village of Monee in Will County, Illinois, is seeking proposals for the sale of a real estate property located at 25775/25777 S. Governors Highway.

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Park Forest urges swift action on ComEd energy relief amid funding concerns

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

Park Forest officials are urging residents to apply for ComEd’s energy relief program, as funding for the initiative is expected to run out soon.

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Park Forest board meeting to address retirements and departmental updates

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

The Village of Park Forest is set to hold its Special Rules and Regular meeting on Monday, July 21, at 7 p.m. at the Village Hall.

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Senator Curran supports legislation reforming pharmacy benefit managers

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

Legislation aimed at reforming pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in Illinois has been signed into law.

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Park Forest Fire Department warns residents about electrical hazards amid record call volume

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

The Park Forest Fire Department is raising awareness about electrical safety as emergency calls hit unprecedented levels, with electrical-related fires posing significant risks.

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Village addresses resident concerns over high water bills

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

In response to ongoing concerns from residents regarding high water bills, the Village is actively collecting samples related to billing issues with Illinois American Water.

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Park Forest Police issue citations during Fourth of July safety campaign

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

The Park Forest Police Department reported that officers issued 114 citations during their Fourth of July "Click It or Ticket" campaign.

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Tool Lending Library set to open in Park Forest this August

By Will County Gazette | Jul 20, 2025

A new initiative is set to launch in Park Forest, providing residents with free access to a variety of home and garden tools.