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Posted on: April 27, 2021

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Park Forest Police reminds residents to be vigilant of holiday scams

Posted on: December 5, 2023

Recycle unwanted Christmas lights through the Village of Park Forest until Jan. 19

Posted on: December 4, 2023

PFPD Officer Goycochea receives Term Award, recognized for 'outstanding' work

Posted on: December 1, 2023

Village hosts annual Holiday Market Saturday, Dec. 9

Posted on: December 1, 2023

New Cook County property tax tool shows residents where their money is going as tax due date looms

Posted on: November 29, 2023

Village officials give tips to prevent pipes from freezing this winter

Posted on: November 28, 2023

Notice of proposed property tax levy for the Village

Posted on: November 27, 2023

Park Forest Police Department welcomes newest officer

Posted on: November 22, 2023

Village saves over $37K in first year since installing solar array at Water Treatment Plant

Posted on: November 21, 2023

Nominations for the Park Forest Community Oscars are being accepted until Dec 29

Posted on: November 21, 2023

The Housing Authority plans to accept applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program, Dec. 15

Posted on: November 14, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions about Coyotes

Posted on: March 9, 2023

Village to giveaway personal protection equipment to residents on Monday

Posted on: November 3, 2023

IDOT awards Park Forest Police with funds for reducing traffic crashes, saving lives

Posted on: November 1, 2023

PFFD reminds residents to check smoke alarm batteries as daylight saving time ends

Posted on: October 31, 2023

Safe Halloween 2023 recapped

Posted on: October 30, 2023

Veterans Closet and Resource Center offers assistance to veterans who are in transition

Posted on: October 27, 2023

Rebuilding Together-Metro Chicago, Village announce grant program aimed at rehabbing homes

Posted on: October 25, 2023

Park Forest Veterans Commission hosts annual Veterans Day program on Nov. 4

Posted on: October 23, 2023

Nominations for the Sam Montella Business Person of the Year Award due Oct. 31

Posted on: October 23, 2023

Nominations for the Katherine “Katie” Armstrong Sustainability Award due Nov. 15

Posted on: October 20, 2023

Illinois Department of Public Health finds first in-state measles case in Cook County since 2019

Posted on: October 18, 2023

Park Forest hosts Safe Halloween event Oct. 28

Posted on: October 17, 2023

Village accepting applications for the Hometown Heroes Banner Program

Posted on: October 11, 2023

Village hosts blood drive amid sickle cell disease epidemic, blood shortage

Posted on: October 11, 2023

Village hosts several events for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, stressing early detection

Posted on: October 11, 2023

Village officials urge residents not to rake leaves in the streets to prevent flooding

Posted on: October 5, 2023

Take the Village's website redesign survey

Posted on: October 5, 2023

Village spends $9 million on roughly six miles of roadway over the last year

Posted on: October 3, 2023

PFFD hosts open house on Oct. 13, for Fire Prevention Week

Posted on: October 3, 2023

The grand reopening of Somonauk Adventure Park and Fall Fest recapped

Posted on: October 2, 2023

Village urges residents to keep storm drains clear amid recent rains to prevent street flooding

Posted on: September 27, 2023

Village hosts several events in October

Posted on: September 26, 2023

Officials remind drivers to use caution as deer season approaches

Posted on: September 22, 2023

Public Works prepares for upcoming winter with various projects

Posted on: September 22, 2023

Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund program closing late next month

Posted on: September 21, 2023

Park Forest board members recognize 10-year-old pageant winner

Posted on: September 19, 2023

Freedom Hall announces fall/winter concert series, tickets on sale now

Posted on: September 15, 2023

Public Works reminds residents hydrant flushing begins Monday, Sept. 18

Posted on: September 14, 2023

Village of Park Forest celebrates National Hispanic American Heritage Month

Posted on: September 13, 2023

Park Forest Fire Department hosts poster contest ahead of Fire Prevention Week

Posted on: September 12, 2023

West Nile Virus reported in and around Park Forest

Posted on: September 7, 2023

ComEd renews, invests EV Readiness Program which includes Park Forest

Posted on: August 25, 2023

Park Forest hosts family-friendly 'Night on the Town' event on Saturday

Posted on: August 23, 2023

Village paints, adds logo on water tower near Blackhawk Drive

Posted on: August 22, 2023

Village to open cooling centers as dangerous heat wave is expected mid-week

Posted on: August 21, 2023

Several high-ranking members of the PFPD sworn in at Monday night's Board meeting

Posted on: August 15, 2023

Park Forest residents asked to delay showers, use less water ahead of strong storms today

Posted on: August 14, 2023

Somonauk Park's grand re-opening schedule for Sept. 30

Posted on: August 11, 2023

Village Manager Tom Mick explains why some trees are removed from the parkways amid construction

Posted on: August 10, 2023

DPW announces water main construction project that scheduled for Aug. 21

Posted on: August 7, 2023

Park Forest hosts several events in August

Posted on: August 4, 2023

Village of Park Forest receives highest award in governmental accounting, financial reporting

Posted on: August 3, 2023

Park Forest Police Department hosts National Night Out, Unity Day

Posted on: August 1, 2023

Park Forest Bark District at Winnebago Park to close Aug. 2 for maintenance

Posted on: July 27, 2023

Police Chief Rzyski gives residents advice on unwanted solicitation: 'Call the police'

Posted on: July 27, 2023

Village opens cooling centers amid upcoming heat wave

Posted on: July 24, 2023

Winfrey, Elliot retire from PFPD after serving nearly 50 years combined

Posted on: July 21, 2023

Captain Phil Myers retires from the Park Forest Fire Department after 30 years of service

Posted on: July 20, 2023

PFFD promotes, swears in three members, including the department's first female lieutenant

Posted on: July 19, 2023

The Village, Solstice highlight accomplishments of solar program

Posted on: July 17, 2023

Youth Commission announces Youth Day backpack giveaway on Aug. 12

Posted on: July 14, 2023

Main Street Nights canceled July 12 due to severe weather

Posted on: July 12, 2023

Park Forest Tennis and Health Club tennis courts closed this week for resurfacing, maintenance

Posted on: July 11, 2023

Village hosts annual Ice Cream Social and Line Dancing event on Saturday

Posted on: July 10, 2023

Park Forest housing market continues to trend upward

Posted on: July 7, 2023

Village to distribute Farmer Market coupons to eligible seniors next week

Posted on: July 6, 2023

Village celebrates 4th of July; reminds residents fireworks are illegal in Park Forest

Posted on: July 5, 2023

Park Forest hosts several events in July

Posted on: June 30, 2023

Park Forest participates in "Plastic Free July"

Posted on: June 29, 2023

Park Forest Aqua Center hosts teen-only event on Friday

Posted on: June 28, 2023

Village officials warn drought conditions make fireworks a major fire hazard

Posted on: June 27, 2023

Village releases statement about dispute between contractor, union workers at Somonauk Park

Posted on: June 22, 2023

Village calls on community to help those displaced by last Friday's fire

Posted on: June 22, 2023

The Village of Park Forest announces the winners of last week's basket raffle

Posted on: June 21, 2023

Discover Magazine returns after three-year hiatus

Posted on: June 15, 2023

Hundreds of Park Foresters attend Resident Appreciation BBQ

Posted on: June 15, 2023

The Village of Park Forest announces the winners of last week's water bill raffle

Posted on: June 14, 2023

Resident Appreciation BBQ, Main Street Nights kick off on Wednesday

Posted on: June 13, 2023

'Where is Away?' display at the Park Forest Library educates residents about recycling

Posted on: June 12, 2023

Village reminds residents on the proper way to discard yard waste

Posted on: June 8, 2023

United Way of Metro Chicago and Cook County’s “Transforming Places” Partnership Expands

Posted on: June 7, 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

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

Park Forest celebrates Halloween

Posted on: October 21, 2021

Newly formed Fire and Police Advisory Council seeking applicants

Posted on: August 15, 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

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

Park Forest remembers Edwin J. Fizer

Posted on: October 28, 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

Aug. 10 board meeting rescheduled following strong storms

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

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

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

Posted on: October 2, 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

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

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