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11/11/2026

The Village of Gurnee is saddened to share the passing of Retired Gurnee Fire Chief Fred Friedl.

Chief Friedl proudly served the Gurnee Fire Department from January 1996 through June 2017. His dedication, leadership, and service to our community will be remembered.

Visitation and funeral services will be held at Strang Funeral Home in Grayslake.

- Thursday, November 12: Visitation from 3:00–9:00 p.m., with a Fire Department walk-through at 6:30 p.m.
- Friday, November 13: Funeral service at 9:30 a.m.

Please keep Chief Friedl’s family and friends, as well as our Gurnee Fire Department colleagues, in your thoughts during this difficult time.

11/11/2026

This Veterans Day, the Village of Gurnee proudly recognizes and thanks the veterans who serve within our Police Department, Fire Department, Public Works Department and Village Hall. Your continued commitment to service strengthens our organization and our community.

We are grateful to all veterans for their courage, sacrifice and service to our country. Thank you.

11/10/2026

Today, the Village of Gurnee and Gurnee Chamber joined SWEET HONEY CAFE -Gurnee for a ribbon cutting at 5101 W. Washington Street, Suite 26.

Sweet Honey Cafe serves breakfast and brunch favorites, including pancakes, crepes, waffles, omelets, skillets, sandwiches, and specialty coffee drinks.

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Stop by to enjoy a meal, sweet treat, or coffee. Sweet Honey Cafe is open daily from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Welcome to Gurnee, Sweet Honey Cafe!

11/10/2026

This Saturday, the Gurnee Fire Department will host a Blood Drive from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Apparatus Floor, 6581 Dada Drive.

Your donation can make a difference for patients in need throughout our community and beyond. To schedule an appointment, visit vitalant.org and enter Blood Drive Code ORDOG110, or scan the QR code on the flyer.

11/10/2026

Girl Scout Troop 47900 recently visited Gurnee Village Hall to learn more about local government and the services provided to the community.

Mayor Tom Hood enjoyed speaking with the troop and answering their thoughtful questions about the Village. Thank you, Troop 47900, for visiting!

11/10/2026

Reminder: The Gurnee American Legion Post 771 will host its Veterans Day Ceremony tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. The community is invited to attend as we recognize and thank the men and women who have served our country.

11/09/2026

Toys “R” Us is back at Gurnee Mills! The iconic toy store has returned, bringing its wide selection of toys, games, collectibles, and gifts back to Gurnee. Families and shoppers can once again enjoy the Toys “R” Us experience.

Join Toys “R” Us for a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, November 11 at 4:00 p.m. to celebrate its return to Gurnee. The store is located at 6170 W. Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL, at Entry A of Gurnee Mills. Stop by to help celebrate and check out the new store!

Welcome back to Gurnee, Toys “R” Us!

11/09/2026

❤️ MORE THAN JUST A 5K. A LEGACY OF LOVE.

Every Thanksgiving, our community comes together for a very special reason.

The Jon Callaghan Memorial Turkey Trot honors the memory of Jon, a Gurnee student who passed away in 1997 after a courageous battle with neuroblastoma.

For 32 years, this Thanksgiving tradition has helped turn remembrance into something meaningful by bringing neighbors together while supporting causes that make a difference.

Proceeds benefit the Jon Callaghan Memorial Fund.

We invite you to be part of this special tradition and help carry Jon's legacy forward. ❤️

🦃 Thanksgiving morning | November 26 | 8 AM

Register: https://gurneeturkeytrot2026.eventbrite.com/

11/09/2026

Unwrap the holidays in Gurnee! From festive events and family fun to local shopping, dining, and seasonal stays, there is plenty to enjoy all season long.

Start planning your holiday fun: https://www.visitlakecounty.org/unwrap-the-holidays-gurnee

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Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4pm
Thursday	7:30am - 4pm
Friday	7:30am - 4pm

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(847) 599-7500

Website

http://www.gurneeil.gov/

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