2016: A look back at sports
The sports year of 2016 was filled with several memorable moments, but some stood out above all the others. Here are a few of those stories: 4-for-4 Morgan Tuck has always been a winner. The 6-foot,...
View ArticleBolingbrook/Romeoville Police Blotter, Dec. 5-20
Note to readers: Information in Police Blotter is obtained from Bolingbrook and Romeoville police departments and the Will County Sheriff’s Office. Individuals listed in Police Blotter who have been...
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Locals help USF women to nation’s No. 1 ranking
By Mark Gregory @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com As if being the No. 1 women’s basketball team in NAIA Division II isn’t impressive enough, the way that University of St. Francis coach Sam...
View ArticleJoliet Catholic Academy Placement Exam is Saturday, January 14
Joliet Catholic Academy is a Catholic co-educational, college preparatory high school co-sponsored by the Franciscans and Carmelites. Joliet Catholic Academy boasts a stimulating curriculum and...
View ArticleBolingbrook Romoeville Police Blotter: Dec. 12- Jan. 4
Note to readers: Information in Police Blotter is obtained from Bolingbrook and Romeoville police departments and the Will County Sheriff’s Office. Individuals listed in Police Reports who have been...
View ArticleMarc A. Rendon
Marc A. Rendon, age 23 of Romeoville, passed away Friday, December 23, 2016. Beloved son to Edward (Denise) Rendon and Ana Rivera Valentin; loving brother to Nikko, Gabriel, Serena and Jena Rendon,...
View ArticleSolar power for five Valley View schools: District sees savings, revenue over...
By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter Valley View School District 365U is set to become a leader in Illinois schools; using solar roof panels that are not only environmentally sound, but expected to...
View ArticleRomeoville prepares for emergencies with new mobile command vehicle
The Village of Romeoville recently purchased a Freightliner Chassis Mobile Command Center to serve as a valuable center of communication during an emergency situation and will allow first responders...
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Pick up the PACE: Village enters agreement to build 400-space commuter lot
The open land north of the wastewater treatment plant was originally designated for a proposed rail transit station. With those plans scrapped, the village plans to use the area for a park-and-ride...
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Kicking off The Great Read with Feb. 2 gala
The 2017 Great Read community literacy program will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the publication of the first Harry Potter book with Harry Potter costume and team trivia contests at its February 2...
View ArticleSheena Patel, DDS joins the team at Valley View Dental
Valley View Dental is proud to welcome Sheena Patel, DDS to their experienced team. Dr. Patel brings over 10 years of experience to Valley View Dental. “Dr. Patel’s formal education in dentistry will...
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Craft beer lovers open first new taproom in Will County
By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter The world of craft beer has fast become a phenomenon of its own and the new owners of Iron & Glass in Romeoville are carving out their own niche in it....
View ArticleGateway Center finds new home in Joliet
Megann Horstead | For The Bugle Gateway Foundation Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center is now ready for clients at its new Joliet location. The outpatient facility recently hosted a ribbon cutting...
View ArticleZonta Club of Joliet to honor young women in public affairs
Applications for the 2017 Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Award are now available from the Zonta Club of Joliet by contacting: Dr. Cheryl McCarthy or downloading an application from...
View ArticleSeven complete, graduate county’s Veteran’s Court program
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow is proud to announce that the Will County Veterans Court graduated seven veterans who have successfully completed the intensive program and are now living...
View ArticleTeaching football the right way
By Mark Gregory @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com In the today’s hypersensitive landscape, the game of football is getting a bad rap – especially at the youth level as talks of concussions and...
View ArticleFundraiser bringing chocolate and Paris together
Shorewood HUGS hosts its 8th Annual Chocolat Ball, “The Streets of Paris,” on Saturday, February 4, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Joliet Clarion on Larkin Ave. Guests will enjoy a walk through the streets...
View ArticleWhite Oak Library looks to increase offerings
By Laura Katauskas Staff Reporter To meet demand for an increase in services for its patrons, the White Oak Library District will be pursuing a referendum on the April ballot. In the past fiscal...
View ArticleManley advocates for economic agenda that prioritizes middle class
Looking to stimulate development in Illinois and strengthen the middle class, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is backing an economic reform agenda that would lower the cost of doing business,...
View Article“AARP Tax Preparation” program at the White Oak Library District
The White Oak Library District is once again serving as an AARP Tax Preparation site for seniors and/or low-income citizens. Beginning this month, the district will host free tax preparation services...
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