Village of Park Forest
Recent News About Village of Park Forest
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1 H-1B petition approved for employers classified under Public Administration industry across Will County Gazette publication area during 2024
In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Public Administration 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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ComEd closes relief fund early after high demand leaves many Park Forest residents waiting
A relief fund established by ComEd to help customers manage rising summer electric bills has ended after only three weeks, following a surge in demand.
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Park Forest Fire Chief Tracy Natyshok retires after nearly three decades of service
Fire Chief Tracy Natyshok has retired from the Park Forest Fire Department after 28 years of service.
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Park Forest honors retiring fire commander Patrick Hisel after three decades
After more than 30 years of service, Park Forest Fire Department Shift Commander and Paramedic Patrick Hisel is retiring.
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Dick’s Sporting Goods donates $1,500 to Park Forest Teen Zone for youth programming
The Park Forest Teen Zone program has received a $1,500 donation from Dick’s Sporting Goods in Tinley Park.
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Will County Gazette publication area records 1 H-1B petition approved for employers classified under Finance and Insurance industry during 2024
The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Finance and Insurance industry located across Will County Gazette publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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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
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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Park Forest urges swift action on ComEd energy relief amid funding concerns
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
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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Park Forest Fire Department warns residents about electrical hazards amid record call volume
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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Park Forest Police issue citations during Fourth of July safety campaign
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
A new initiative is set to launch in Park Forest, providing residents with free access to a variety of home and garden tools.
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State glitch delays senior market coupon distribution in Park Forest
An unexpected technical issue at the state level has caused a delay in the distribution of 2025 Main Street Market coupons for seniors in Park Forest.
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Free school supply giveaway set for August in Park Forest
As the new school year approaches, the Park Forest-Richton Park Neighborhood Network (PRNN) is organizing a free school supply giveaway for families in the south suburbs.
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Park Forest Civic Leadership Academy now enrolling for September start
The Village of Park Forest is now accepting applications for the 2025-26 session of the Park Forest Civic Leadership Academy.
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Park Forest debuts Reecy the Raccoon as new community mascot
The Village of Park Forest’s Recreation, Parks & Community Health Department has introduced its first official mascot, Reecy the Raccoon.
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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Accommodation and Food Services industry across Will County Gazette publication area
The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Accommodation and Food Services industry located across Will County Gazette publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Park Forest urges caution after first West Nile case reported in Illinois
Park Forest officials have called for increased caution among residents following the confirmation of Illinois's first human case of West Nile virus this month.
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Park Forest prepares for RecycleFest event focused on sustainability
The Village of Park Forest is organizing its annual RecycleFest on Saturday, July 26, from 8 a.m. to noon.
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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Educational Services industry across Will County Gazette publication area
In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Educational Services 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.