The Freeport Public Library Board has hired Emily Schaub as its new executive director, with her first day set for Feb. 23.

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Most people go to libraries for books, movies, magazines and related media. Freeport Area Library offers those and something more: a flea market. The lower level of the privately operated library ...

FREEPORT — The Freeport Public Library is planning two projects to help the facility better serve the community. Director Ashley Huffines said upgrades will be done to the Learning Lab and the library ...

FREEPORT, Ill. - In a rapid response to a call for service, officers from the Freeport Police Department successfully neutralized a potential threat at the Freeport Public Library Tuesday at 5:00 PM.

Freeport’s history will soon be on full-time display at its library, with the unveiling of a mural showcasing the lives of some of the village's iconic residents. The mural was designed and painted by ...

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ROCKFORD — Freeport Public Library is holding its first annual pumpkin decorating contest during the entire month of October. Library patrons are invited to decorate a pumpkin like their favorite book ...

The Freeport Memorial Library will welcome acclaimed songwriter and author Shelly Peiken for a special evening of stories, songs, and community connection. A native of Freeport, Peiken will be the ...

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