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By Lucy Hanlon The City of Lake Forest is expanding its use of technology to help Police and Fire personnel respond to emergencies faster and with better information. City Council recently approved the establishment of a Drone as a First Responder pilot program, a joint Police and Fire initiative that will provide critical information to emergency responders within seconds of a 911 call. Beginning this Fall, the Lake Forest Police Department and Lake Forest Fire Department wi

By Ashley Love Photography by Jack Frede For 118 years, Lake Forest Day has been a cherished tradition, bringing neighbors, families, and friends together to celebrate our community. From the 5K Fun Run and the beloved parade to the carnival and the new Pre-Parade Family Party in Market Square, this year's festivities were filled with smiles, laughter, and hometown spirit. We loved capturing these special moments along the way. Take a look through the photo gallery and relive

By David A. F. Sweet Like elsewhere in the world in 2020, smiling faces and fist bumps with friends were replaced with masks and remote classes at Lake Forest Community High School. Despite the historic upheaval, opportunity emerged from the crisis. Coming out of the pandemic, a new leader, Superintendent Dr. Matthew L. Montgomery, took charge, while a few top administrators headed to other jobs. It was the perfect time to implement a new culture – not from the top down, bu