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Posted on: August 10, 2020

Aug. 10 board meeting rescheduled following strong storms

Tonight’s meeting of the Park Forest Board of Trustees will be rescheduled for next Monday due to today’s severe weather which resulted in extensive damage, including multiple downed trees and power lines. An estimated 50 percent of Park Forest remains without power. ComEd crews are currently working to restore service as quickly as possible.

⇐Previous Park Forest readies for clean-up following severe storms, some remain without power Next⇒ IHDA offering $5,000 Emergency Rental Assistance, applications accepted Aug. 10 - Aug. 21

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Beautification Awards Committee seeks entries starting June 1

Posted on: May 18, 2023

Park Forest PD participates in Special Olympics Illinois Torch Run, unveils newest squad car

Posted on: June 6, 2023

Municipal Fixed Rate Aggregation Program update and ComEd rate change

Posted on: June 2, 2023

Waste recovery volunteers needed for resident BBQ, June 14

Posted on: June 6, 2023

Park Forest hosts several events in June

Posted on: June 1, 2023

Park Forest PD raises more than $3K for Special Olympics Illinois

Posted on: May 24, 2023

Village hosts Job Fair on May 27

Posted on: May 23, 2023

Construction work may cause water service interruption near the area of the Westbridge Apartments

Posted on: June 2, 2023

Park Forest Fire Department welcomes new firefighter-paramedic, Jonas Campbell

Posted on: May 18, 2023

Homewood Disposal provides yard waste options for Park Forest residents

Posted on: May 16, 2023

PFPD calls on residents to participate in the 2023 Cop on a Rooftop campaign

Posted on: May 15, 2023

Village hosts Housing Fair on May 6

Posted on: May 5, 2023

Village swears in new mayor and trustees

Posted on: May 4, 2023

Main Street Market kicks off this weekend, May 6

Posted on: May 3, 2023

Park Forest Police Department takes proactive approach to combat speeding

Posted on: May 2, 2023

Road work continues along Shabbona Drive with curb and driveway apron removal

Posted on: April 27, 2023

Chuck Sabey walks down memory lane, recalling his 45 years of service to the Village

Posted on: April 26, 2023

DPW announces restriping project for Orchard Dr. slated for Monday, May 1

Posted on: April 26, 2023

Village reminds residents that lengthy grass can lead to citations

Posted on: April 25, 2023

Village officials urge residents to purchase vehicle stickers as deadline looms

Posted on: April 24, 2023

The Village of Park Forest partners with IHDA to provide roofing repairs to homeowners

Posted on: April 21, 2023

Village secures millions in grants to improve infrastructure across Park Forest

Posted on: April 20, 2023

Park Forest Police Department reminds drivers to ‘Drop it and Drive’

Posted on: April 19, 2023

Arbor Day Foundation recognizes Park Forest as Tree City USA for the ninth time

Posted on: April 17, 2023

Housing Authority of Park Forest implements new incentive for property owners

Posted on: April 13, 2023

Park Forest takes proactive approach to rid community of abandoned, dilapidated houses

Posted on: April 13, 2023

Boil Order Advisory remains in effect for Lincolnwood area; Village thanks residents

Posted on: April 12, 2023

Understanding a Boil Order Advisory - a list of FAQ's

Posted on: April 11, 2023

Boil Order Advisory to go into effect Tuesday, April 11 at 2 p.m. - for the entire Village

Posted on: April 7, 2023

Park Forest kicks off Earth Month with several events throughout April

Posted on: April 7, 2023

Breaking down where your tax dollars go

Posted on: April 7, 2023

Park Forest FD shows off new ambulance

Posted on: April 5, 2023

The Department of Public Works announces upcoming roadwork project for Shabbona Drive

Posted on: April 5, 2023

PF Aqua Center's early bird membership is on sale now; rolls out new offerings for 2023 season

Posted on: April 3, 2023

April 4, 2023 election results

Posted on: April 4, 2023

Village prepares for phase 2 of water tower connection, vows more outreach

Posted on: March 22, 2023

Sustainability office seeking volunteers for Park Forest Annual Community Clean-Up, April 1

Posted on: March 27, 2023

DPW alerts residents about upcoming project on Monday that could cause water service inconveniences

Posted on: March 17, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions about Coyotes

Posted on: March 9, 2023

Hometown Heroes Banner Program applications due March 31

Posted on: March 8, 2023

PFPD presents the Officer of the Year and Civilian Employee of the Year Awards

Posted on: February 28, 2023

Village of Park Forest announces early voting locations for Cook and Will County residents

Posted on: March 2, 2023

Park Forest enters new electric aggregation program in April

Posted on: February 16, 2023

Village of Park Forest employees gear up for the 2023 Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge

Posted on: February 22, 2023

Park Forest residents should expect delays in receiving their water bills due to production issues

Posted on: February 22, 2023

Park Forest vehicle stickers for 2023-24 go on sale March 1

Posted on: February 15, 2023

PF Fire Department names Spanier firefighter of the year

Posted on: February 8, 2023

Illinois Solar for All program rolls out

Posted on: February 8, 2023

“Step Back into a 1950s Valentine's Day” Exhibit at 1950s Park Forest House Museum

Posted on: January 25, 2023

Candidate forums begin Jan. 29

Posted on: January 20, 2023

Park Forest remembers Alicia Rodman McCray

Posted on: January 23, 2023

Real estate values on the rise in Park Forest

Posted on: January 19, 2023

Department of Public Works accomplishments for 2022

Posted on: January 18, 2023

Changes to upcoming Board Meetings due to COVID concern post-holidays

Posted on: December 30, 2022

Join the Environment Commission

Posted on: December 19, 2022

Lottery drawing for village mayor and trustee positions

Posted on: December 20, 2022

Tennis & Health Club holds 2022 U.S. Open Crossminton Championships

Posted on: December 20, 2022

Village prepared for blizzard-like conditions with first snowstorm of winter

Posted on: December 21, 2022

Petition filing information for April, 4 2023 Consolidated Election

Posted on: December 9, 2022

Honoring Larrie Kerestes on 40 years of service

Posted on: December 7, 2022

The Village of Park Forest receives the GFOA Award for the 28th consecutive year

Posted on: December 6, 2022

Park Forest Village Board to discuss a zero percent tax levy increase

Posted on: November 17, 2022

'Tis the season of giving! Park Forest hosting Hat, Scarf, and Gloves Giveaway Saturday

Posted on: December 8, 2022

Holiday Light & Tree Recyling

Posted on: November 12, 2022

Park Forest Hats, Scarfs, and Gloves Giveaway, Dec. 10

Posted on: November 21, 2022

Petition packets available for residents interested in running for office

Posted on: September 8, 2022

Nominate Your Park Forest Business Person of the Year by Nov. 30

Posted on: September 20, 2022

Last day for yard waste pick-up, Nov. 30

Posted on: November 10, 2022

Final street sweeping Monday, Nov. 14

Posted on: November 8, 2022

Nicor natural gas meter relocation program

Posted on: September 27, 2022

Early voting hours and locations

Posted on: October 12, 2022

Nominate someone for the Sustainability Award today

Posted on: October 5, 2022

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on: October 4, 2022

Safe Halloween, Oct. 29

Posted on: October 12, 2022

Mural of missing Park Forest women to be installed Sunday on Orchard Drive, traffic to be detoured

Posted on: October 20, 2022

Blood drive, Oct. 20

Posted on: September 30, 2022

Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 9-15

Posted on: October 6, 2022

Compost food waste with Urban Canopy

Posted on: September 15, 2022

Main Street Market continues

Posted on: August 12, 2022

Pickleball tournament at the Park Forest Tennis & Health Club, Sept. 28-30

Posted on: September 28, 2022

Kia and Hyundai thefts

Posted on: September 9, 2022

Hydrant flushing, Sept. 6 - 23

Posted on: September 3, 2022

Village-wide Garage Sale, Sept. 24 - 25

Posted on: August 24, 2022

Shredding and Drug-take Back event, Sept. 24

Posted on: September 21, 2022

Registration deadline approaching for Village-wide Garage Sale

Posted on: September 9, 2022

Solar and Water Treatment Plant ribbon cutting, Sept. 19

Posted on: September 19, 2022

Solar project unveiling, Sept. 19

Posted on: September 7, 2022

66th Annual Park Forest Art Fair, Sept. 17 - 18

Posted on: August 17, 2022

Quarterly Business Breakfast, Sept. 15

Posted on: August 16, 2022

Senior resource book launching, Sept. 1

Posted on: August 30, 2022

Main Street Fest ft. CeCe Peniston, Aug. 20

Posted on: August 10, 2022

Main Street Fest, Paint n' Sip, Aug. 20

Posted on: August 10, 2022

Nominate someone for the Sustainability Award

Posted on: September 1, 2022

Grow Solar Power Hour event, Aug. 17

Posted on: August 8, 2022

Park Forest Veterans’ Commission raising funds for November program

Posted on: August 3, 2022

Volunteers needed for Night on the Town!

Posted on: August 3, 2022

Unity Day canceled

Posted on: August 2, 2022

Western Avenue resurfacing begins today

Posted on: June 30, 2022

Volunteers Needed for RecycleFest!

Posted on: June 6, 2022

Park Forest remembers Bonita Dillard

Posted on: June 3, 2022

Fiorenzo lands Park Forest Business Person of the Year Award a third time

Posted on: April 26, 2022

Non-Partisan Committee to hold important meeting, April 30

Posted on: April 25, 2022

Resident attendance sought at March 16 planning meeting for future of downtown

Posted on: February 28, 2022

Video: Park Forest Community Oscar Awards 2022

Posted on: March 10, 2022

Video: Park Forest celebrates Black History Month

Posted on: March 3, 2022

Park Forest vehicle stickers for 2022-23 on sale March 1

Posted on: February 22, 2022

Historical Society to present program on African-American pioneers in Park Forest

Posted on: February 14, 2022

Park Forest police chief announces plans to retire in March

Posted on: February 14, 2022

Police issue reminder regarding street parking after 2" of snowfall

Posted on: February 3, 2022

Non-Partisan Committee seeks new members

Posted on: July 29, 2021

Veterans Day Celebration at Freedom Hall, Nov. 6

Posted on: October 12, 2021

Veterans Commission to sponsor book sale, Sept. 18 - 19

Posted on: August 26, 2021

65th Annual Park Forest Art Fair, Sept. 18 and 19

Posted on: August 24, 2021

Aging in a Changing Region event, Sept.2

Posted on: August 27, 2021

Park Forest celebrates Halloween

Posted on: October 21, 2021

Newly formed Fire and Police Advisory Council seeking applicants

Posted on: August 15, 2021

Park Forest Growing Green Recycle Fest set for July 31

Posted on: July 22, 2021

Water Quality Report for 2020 now available

Posted on: July 1, 2021

Village assures residents of no duplicate charges after vendor mistakenly mails duplicate bills

Posted on: June 22, 2021

Public Notice: Village to present proposed 2021-22 budget at June 7 meeting

Posted on: June 3, 2021

Memorial Day Program to be held on May 31

Posted on: May 18, 2021

Village adopts resolution urging state leaders to reject proposed LGDF cuts

Posted on: May 13, 2021

Scholarships available for graduating high school seniors

Posted on: April 27, 2021

Park Forest remembers F. Patrick Kelly

Posted on: May 11, 2021

Paper shredding event in DownTown Park Forest, May 8

Posted on: April 28, 2021

Somonauk Park ground breaking ceremony set for May 1

Posted on: April 27, 2021

New Landlord Incentive Program offers signing bonus to property owners

Posted on: April 21, 2021

Park Forest Aqua Center passes on sale now

Posted on: April 9, 2021

Park Forest Police to hold two community events this month

Posted on: April 7, 2021

Early voting for Park Forest residents in Cook and Will County begins March 22

Posted on: March 9, 2021

Final look at candidates running for office in April to be held March 21

Posted on: March 3, 2021

Park Forest vehicle stickers for 2021-22 on sale March 1

Posted on: February 26, 2021

Park Forest Historical Society to air special program on community integration, Feb. 28

Posted on: February 24, 2021

Water main break email alerts coming March 1

Posted on: February 18, 2021

Village six-month financial update session set for Feb. 27

Posted on: February 18, 2021

League of Women Voters to host next Candidate Forum via Zoom on Feb. 21

Posted on: February 18, 2021

Library trustee candidate forum to be held Sunday, Feb. 7, will air live on cable and stream online

Posted on: February 3, 2021

Park Forest Non Partisan Committee's first candidate forum set for Sunday at 1 p.m. via Zoom

Posted on: January 29, 2021

Parks director offers update on village offerings in response to COVID restrictions eased

Posted on: January 25, 2021

Vehicle sticker late fee to increase and tickets possible beginning Feb. 1

Posted on: January 25, 2021

Park Forest Non-Partisan Committee announces candidate forum dates

Posted on: January 13, 2021

Election Board Proceedings continue Friday morning to hear petition packet objections

Posted on: January 13, 2021

Take a survey to improve transportation options in Park Forest, Matteson, and Richton Park

Posted on: January 12, 2021

Election Board Proceedings to be held Friday morning to hear petition packet objections

Posted on: January 7, 2021

Candidates set for April election, lottery for ballot placement to be held Dec. 30

Posted on: December 22, 2020

Village seeks honorary street name suggestions by Jan. 15

Posted on: December 18, 2020

Park Forest one of 88 cities in the world named as climate leader

Posted on: November 17, 2020

Public hearing on water main project set for Dec. 1 at Village Hall

Posted on: November 17, 2020

Petition packets available for residents interested in running for office

Posted on: November 10, 2020

Commission on Human Relations seeking donations, names of families in need until Dec. 10

Posted on: October 29, 2020

Park Forest remembers Edwin J. Fizer

Posted on: October 28, 2020

Nominate Your Park Forest Business Person of the Year by Oct. 31

Posted on: October 16, 2020

No village-sponsored Halloween events in 2020, but trick-or-treating to go on

Posted on: October 13, 2020

Will County early voting locations

Posted on: October 7, 2020

Early voting for Cook County residents begins Oct. 19 in Park Forest

Posted on: August 24, 2020

Comcast Business brings advanced network technology to Downtown Park Forest

Posted on: October 6, 2020

Park Forest ranks 13th in the nation in green power percentage of electric use

Posted on: September 18, 2020

Vanderbilt urges residents to be counted before census deadline in CodeRed message

Posted on: September 10, 2020

Park Forest makes census push with three events this month to aid residents

Posted on: September 9, 2020

After tornado sweeps through town nearly 600 remain without power, seek tree services

Posted on: August 13, 2020

Park Forest readies for clean-up following severe storms, some remain without power

Posted on: August 10, 2020

IHDA offering $5,000 Emergency Rental Assistance, applications accepted Aug. 10 - Aug. 21

Posted on: August 7, 2020

U.S. Census Bureau to end end counting Sept. 30, Park Forest currently at 67.2% counted

Posted on: August 4, 2020

Park Forest launches Community Cares Fund

Posted on: July 23, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 66.2% of households counted as of July 13

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Crime Free Housing license and Alarm Permit deadline, Aug. 31

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 65.8% of households counted as of June 30

Posted on: July 6, 2020

My Street Nights to begin four-week run on July 1

Posted on: July 1, 2020

Census event hosted by Mike Love and Dizz set for June 27

Posted on: June 22, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 65.1% of households counted as of June 11

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Vehicle sticker, animal license, crime free housing license, and alarm permit deadlines approaching

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Residents alerted to peaceful protest planned for June 4 at 4 p.m. in Chicago Heights

Posted on: June 4, 2020

Curfew ends in Park Forest

Posted on: June 2, 2020

Rich Township offices and Jolly Trolley service to remain suspended thru June 29

Posted on: June 1, 2020

Park Forest's Village Hall to reopen June 1, face masks to be required

Posted on: May 29, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 64.4% of households counted as of May 27

Posted on: May 28, 2020

Park Forest cuts $2.2 million from budget in response to coronavirus impact

Posted on: May 27, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 64% of households counted as of May 19

Posted on: May 20, 2020

Park Forest announces changes to summer offerings due to coronavirus pandemic

Posted on: May 18, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 63.2% of households counted as of May 12

Posted on: May 12, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 61.9% of households counted as of May 5

Posted on: May 5, 2020

Village to hold budget review sessions beginning May 11

Posted on: May 7, 2020

Village to continue to operate in reduced capacity through May 31

Posted on: April 29, 2020

Village to distribute free masks to Park Forest residents in need on May 1

Posted on: April 29, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 58.7% of households counted as of April 27

Posted on: April 29, 2020

Pritzker extends stay-at-home order through May 30, masks to be required beginning May 1

Posted on: April 24, 2020

Park Forest cautions residents on energy supplier letters

Posted on: April 17, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 53.9% of households counted as of April 20

Posted on: April 21, 2020

Park Forest using estimated usage for April water billing

Posted on: April 15, 2020

Village manager updates residents on Park Forest's coronavirus response

Posted on: April 10, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: 51% of residents counted as of April 13

Posted on: April 14, 2020

Homewood Disposal asks for resident assistance in helping stop coronavirus spread

Posted on: April 8, 2020

Park Forest Census Tracker: Community currently stands at 48.1% counted

Posted on: April 7, 2020

COVID-19 Community & Business Resources

Posted on: April 3, 2020

Coronavirus update for week of March 30: Village continues scaled back services with order extension

Posted on: April 2, 2020

Park Forest celebrates Census Day, residents urged to be counted today

Posted on: April 1, 2020

Services to be maintained despite Village Hall temporarily closed to public starting March 18

Posted on: March 17, 2020

Recreation facilities to close, programs canceled through March 30

Posted on: March 16, 2020

Park Forest taking precautions as coronavirus concerns rise

Posted on: March 12, 2020

Village begins strategic planning process, residents needed for important April 7 meeting

Posted on: March 10, 2020

Early voting locations for Park Forest residents

Posted on: March 9, 2020

Park Forest goes green with renewable energy

Posted on: February 20, 2020

Metra releases proposed changes to Metra Electric schedule

Posted on: February 17, 2020

Residents near Dogwood Street and Western Avenue asked for feedback on 2021 water main replacement

Posted on: February 5, 2020

Park Forest wins Distinguished Budget Award a 25th consecutive time

Posted on: January 31, 2020

Billy Branch & the Sons of Blues with Dee Alexander LIVE at Freedom Hall, Feb. 14

Posted on: January 13, 2020

Park Forest religious leaders come together for census meeting

Posted on: January 6, 2020

Fiorenzo is 2019's Park Forest Business Person of the Year

Posted on: December 6, 2019

Park Forest offers holiday lights, Christmas tree recycling

Posted on: December 16, 2019

Public hearing for proposed property tax levy, Dec. 2

Posted on: November 22, 2019

Park Forest lands Governor’s Hometown Award for service to veterans

Posted on: November 18, 2019

Street sweeping begins Nov. 18

Posted on: November 15, 2019

Park Forest remembers Steve Campbell

Posted on: November 13, 2019

Park Forest remembers Harold Brown

Posted on: November 5, 2019

November is Resident Appreciation Month

Posted on: November 1, 2019

Grocery store expected to open after new year now hiring

Posted on: October 31, 2019

70 Years of the Park Forest Police Department program, Nov. 10

Posted on: October 25, 2019

Village to hold financial update meeting, Nov. 2

Posted on: October 31, 2019

Village to hold Halloween, fall fest events

Posted on: October 23, 2019

Village seeks applicants for trustee vacancy, application deadline Oct. 25

Posted on: October 4, 2019

Nominate Your Park Forest Business Person of the Year by Oct. 31

Posted on: September 26, 2019

Park Forest Complete Count Committee aims to boost census participation, population numbers

Posted on: October 2, 2019

Park Forest remembers Robert McCray

Posted on: September 17, 2019

Registration open for Village-wide Garage Sale happening Sept. 21 & 22

Posted on: August 15, 2019

Take a stand against crime on August 6 for National Night Out

Posted on: July 24, 2019

Park Forest welcomes AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps volunteers

Posted on: July 19, 2019

Mandatory boil order lifted, residents may resume normal water usage

Posted on: July 8, 2019

District 227 considering closure of Rich East, other options to address deterioration, student body

Posted on: June 20, 2019

Park Forest board members affirm support for village manager

Posted on: June 18, 2019

Village to hold public hearing on proposed budget on Monday, June 3

Posted on: May 30, 2019

Memorial Day program on May 27 remembers those lost while serving

Posted on: May 24, 2019

Park Forest Aqua Center opens for 67th season on June 1

Posted on: May 22, 2019

Park Forest election results official, applicants sought for trustee vacancy

Posted on: April 25, 2019

April 2, 2019 election results

Posted on: April 2, 2019

Village adopts resolution signaling race, equity and leadership plan in the works

Posted on: March 20, 2019

Congresswoman Kelly, Park Forest Youth Commission to hold youth job fairs

Posted on: March 15, 2019

Upcoming forums allow residents to hear from candidates running for P.F. office

Posted on: January 14, 2019

Village adopts new Climate Action and Resilience Plan

Posted on: February 21, 2019

Village amends ordinance to include anti-nepotism language

Posted on: January 25, 2019

Officer Tim Jones stars in police lip sync video

Posted on: September 19, 2018