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Whether you’re throwing a St. Patrick’s Day party, making dinner for your family or just feel like getting into the Irish spirit, these are the perfect recipes for you. Check out these easy and delish Irish dishes ­– no luck required!

This is one of the most popular Irish dishes, but even better since it’s simple. This recipe can be followed...
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While the weather is frightful, we have some delightful getaways you should take a look at! Whether you just want to dream of a vacation or have intentions of taking a trip, we’ve compiled some of our favorite beach destinations. Check out these top 5 beach destinations for 2020!

In the Caribbean, you’ll find this beautiful island with lots to give. Wherever you stay, expect...
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It’s dreary and dead outside – oh and FREEZING cold! So how can we boost our mood after we’ve been dealing with this not-so-great weather for so long? Don’t worry! Peoples Bank of Kankakee has put together some of our favorite ways to beat the winter blues. Read on to see what you can do.

If you are isolated in your home all winter long with no one to talk to, it’s...
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We’ve probably all heard about a home equity line of credit. But what is it really and how can we use it? In today’s blog, Peoples Bank of Kankakee will talk you through what a HELOC is, what it can be used for and a few other top pieces of information you’ll want to know!

A home equity line of credit, or HELOC, is a loan in which the lender agrees to lend a maximum amount within...
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Online shopping and in-store deals will bring everyone out this holiday season. This also means that with the shoppers come criminals. Identity theft is on the rise with all the different ways information can be stolen. Peoples Bank of Kankakee wanted to offer these top tips this season to help you keep your identity safe and secure.

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Even if you don’t want to admit it, you’re an adult. Some parts of adulthood are fun and exciting, while others are not. Part of being an adult is to become financially independent and embrace some of the less adventurous tasks. We’re here today to help give you four simple ways you can make adulting less difficult when it comes to finances. 

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August is here, and boy are we excited! If you’re looking to add a little pizazz to your home, this blog is perfect for you! Peoples Bank of Kankakee has compiled this list of the perfect plants and flowers for this fall in Illinois.

Let’s be honest, these babies can make it through anything! Hostas are a cheap option when looking to ramp up your curb appeal. They will continue to grow...
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Now that it’s warm outside and you can start exploring the state, we wanted to offer some SWEET places to visit in Illinois. Here are some of our top favorite coolest places to check out during the summer in our great state!

You won’t want to miss the waterfalls at this beautiful park. All 2,630 acres are a sight to see, so pack your backpack and get exploring! The park,...
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Summer is finally here! Now that the weather is warmer, it’s time to fire up those grills and get cooking. Take a peek at our top tips for grilling this summer so you can make the best meals.

You never want to start cooking on a dirty grill with flakes of old food. Even if you don’t think it’ll affect the taste, having an old piece of food stick to your meat isn’t...
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