Rt. 30 Raffle: Wrap Up Prize Bonanza

Patch concludes our pitch to help establishments hit hard by Rt. 30 construction with seven raffle giveaways.

The Frankfort, Mokena and New Lenox Patch sites are partnering with establishments along U.S. Route 30 to help local businesses who are feeling the pinch from that roadway's widening project, which stretches 8.5 miles from Harlem Avenue in Frankfort to William Street in New Lenox.  The L-W Patch sites are currently wrapping up the Rt. 30 raffle, where a random reader can win a variety of prizes provided by Rt. 30 businesses and Patch. To enter, residents needed to sign up for a Patch newsletter at a participating Rt. 30 business.  Our final winners in the Rt. 30 Raffle are: Go to Patch's Official Giveaway Rules if you have any questions. Get news alerts and Facebook updates from the Lincoln-Way Patch sites:

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Rt. 30 Raffle: A Week 2 Winner and a New Shop Adds a Tasty Prize

Sweet Dreams Cakes, a newly opened bakery in Frankfort, joins Aurelio's, Caffé Milan, Hawgs 'N Dogs, New Lenox Travel and other businesses in Patch's pitch to help establishments hit hard by Rt. 30 construction.

The Frankfort, Mokena and New Lenox Patch sites are partnering with establishments along U.S. Route 30 to help these businesses who are feeling the pinch from that roadway's widening project, which stretches 8.5 miles from Harlem Avenue in Frankfort to William Street in New Lenox. Here's the plan: READ: Frankfort Businesses Struggle as Rt. 30 Construction Continues The L-W Patch sites will hold a weekly Rt. 30 raffle where a random reader could win a variety of prizes provided by Rt. 30 businesses and Patch. To enter, residents need to sign up for a Patch newsletter at a participating Rt. 30 business. Patch will routinely list those businesses where customers can find newsletter sign-up sheets. Residents only have to enter once to be …

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Dust Off Old Collectables and Buy New Clothes and Jewelry at Eclectic Attic

Learn everything you need to know about the newest business in the upstairs portion of the Trolley Barn.

Laura Cocalas was warned of other businesses that had come and gone in the upstairs portion of the Trolley Barn. Instead of being frightened off by the knowledge of previous failures, Cocalas embraced the challenge of the area by naming her new business, 'Eclectic Attic.' The antique, retail, resale and consignments store opened its doors on July 2, and already has over 25 separate deals with other businesses to sell goods in its shop. Eclectic Attic wants to appeal to everyone regardless of their income with the business' items ranging from collectible Hot Wheels toy cars to women's scarves and jewelry.  "This economy is really tough on everyone," Cocalas said. "We literally have things as little as 50 cents, and we have items that go all…

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Locally Owned

At 7-Eleven, Customers Are All in the Family

It's where everybody knows your name.

When it comes to targeting a customer and understanding their needs, Peggy and Tom Wortmann, owners of the 7-Eleven convenience store in New Lenox, should be hosting how-to seminars for small business owners. They don't spend a dime on advertising, they're not even listed in the telephone book, and yet their store is the heartbeat of the community. Hundreds of customers—maybe 500 or more—show up every day at the 24-hour store, located at the intersection of Route 30 and Cedar Road. The Worthmanns, their adult children Tommy and Val and another seven employees, including Tommy's wife, Tina, estimate they know at least 65 percent of their customers on a first-name basis. These are the regulars who show up for the morning rush that starts …

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Puppy Love: Which Local Veterinarian Do You Adore?

Have a favorite business in town? Or one you're not as fond of? Then join the discussion and leave reviews in our business directory.

We've all got our favorites. Whether it's the go-to pizza place or the trusted mechanic we've been going to for years, there are businesses we grow to trust and rely on. And because Patch has an extensive New Lenox business directory, we want to tap into that sentiment: Who's the best local ________? You're the experts. All you have to do is leave a review on a business. So, Which local veterinarian do you love most? The business with the most comments and reviews will win the title of "New Lenox's Most Loved Veterinarian." Visit the Patch Places directory to learn about New Lenox veterinarians.

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Patch Rivals

Which New Lenox Dry Cleaner is Best?

Have a favorite business in town? Or one you're not as fond of? Then join the discussion and leave reviews in our business directory.

We've all got our favorites. Whether it's the go-to pizza place or the trusted mechanic we've been going to for years, there are businesses we grow to trust and rely on. And because Patch has an extensive New Lenox business directory, we want to tap into that sentiment: Who's the best local ________? You're the experts. All you have to do is leave a review on a business. Every week, we'll focus on a different product or service. Today, we cover local dry cleaning services. One bad job and you could be switching cleaners. Who do you go to in town for the best prices and services?  Which local dry cleaner do you prefer? Visit the Patch Places directory to learn about dry cleaning services in New Lenox. Click through, leave reviews and let us…

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Editor's Notebook

Pizza Playoffs: Who's the Best in New Lenox?

Patch is running a Best Pizza contest in the Southland, and New Lenox will face off against seven other area winners. But first, it's up to you to pick our best representative.

It's a question I ask a lot: What's the best local pizza place? We've run polls, asked Facebook readers and called for you to leave reviews in our business directory. But now it's getting real. Coming this Thursday, we'll introduce the Patch Pizza Playoffs. And I need your help to pull it off. First, you'll vote for the best pizza place in New Lenox. Local places only—no chains. The winner from our town will go up against seven other winners: Oak Lawn-Evergreen Park, Palos, Orland, Tinley Park-Oak Forest, Frankfort-Mokena, Homewood-Flossmoor and Chicago Heights-Olympia Fields. Before we get the pizza party going Thursday, I'll ask you to share your thoughts. We'll chat about in on Patch's Facebook page, and you can also review your …

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Patch Rivals

Who Do You Trust for Auto Care?

Have a favorite business in town? Or one you're not as fond of? Then join the discussion and leave reviews in our business directory.

We've all got our favorites. Whether it's the go-to pizza place or the friendly dentist we've been going to for years, there are businesses we grow to trust and rely on. And because Patch has an extensive New Lenox business directory, we want to tap into that sentiment: Who's the best local ________? You're the experts. All you have to do is leave a review on a business. Every week, we'll focus on a different product or service. Today, we start with auto care. If you don't have a trusted mechanic, you might be paying more than you should. In this case, the various businesses in town offer different specialties and services, and in future weeks we'll delve into those specialties. So, New Lenox, Who do you trust for auto care in town? Visit …

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Michael Sewall

7:50 am on Friday, August 26, 2011

Thanks, New Lenox Mom! I'll submit that listing to our business directory.   more ›

Have You Had Your Eyes Checked Lately?

Have a favorite business in town? Or one that hasn't made you happy? Please join the discussion on Patch and leave reviews in our business directory.

Each week Patch focuses on a different product or service. This week it's about the eyes. Was one of your New Year's resolutions to get your eyes checked? Eye doctors recommend adults have their eyes checked every year, resolution or not. If you suffer headaches, watery eyes, blurry vision, difficulty seeing at night (especially while driving) or if you feel the need to rub your eyes frequently, you might need glasses. Children who need glasses might experience similar symptoms (but might be less inclined to admit them). Watch children for behaviors like sitting too close to the television or computer, holding a book to close to the face and rubbing eyes frequently.  If you suspect someone in your family need glasses, or your eyeglass …

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Thin, Chicago, or Rustic Pizza: What's Your Dish?

Have a favorite business in town? Or one that hasn't made you happy? Please join the discussion on Patch and leave reviews in our business directory.

Each week Patch focuses on a different product or service. This week, since we're all probably tired of cooking, we're focusing on pizza places. What's your preference? Who delivers the best pie for the money? When a new family moves into your neighborhood and they ask for your recommendations for stores, take-out places or professional services, what do you say? Because Patch has an extensive directory of businesses, we want all of our readers to benefit from your experience the way your neighbors do. What are your go-to places for dinner on those nights when you don't want to cook? Who do you call when a raccoon has made your chimney home? Share your knowledge with other readers by leaving reviews on businesses in our directory. Clicking…

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