Tom Kostes steps down after 50-plus years of school leadership in North Palos
North Palos District 117 Board President Tom Kostes steps down, more than 50 years after starting as assistant superintendent.
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Writers, artists collaborate to celebrate Lemont history
Members of the Lemont Writers and Lemont Artists guilds agreed to collaborate on a compendium of stories about the village.
Grandkids honor legacy of Palos Lion with service club of their own
Thomas Post spread compassion and help through the Palos Lions Club for 50 years, a legacy his grandkids will continue in his memory.
Leo the dog eases first day jitters as students return to school in Orland Hills
Students at Bernardin Catholic School in Orland Hills were welcomed back to class by Leo, of the Orland Park Police therapy dog.
Quinn Fest turns ‘horrible incident’ into a celebration of love in Homewood
Born of a nasty altercation with a neighbor, Quinn Fest in Homewood has become an annual event bringing 100 people to a yard in Homewood.
Guest column: Former North Palos superintendent has been on school board since 2007
His gait has slowed a bit but his mind is still as sharp as a tack. And it's that tact that Tom Kostes has used to help negotiate every North...