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West Chester, PA|
Voter Who Dropped Off Ballot With Suspicious Substance In Chester Co. ID'd: DA
The FBI-ordered biohazard testing on the ballot has come back negative.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Kids On E-Bikes Seen As Halloween Decorations Vandalized In Downers Grove: Police
Residents reported seeing kids on e-bikes and surveillance footage of one incident showed kids on e-bikes hitting a Halloween decoration.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Here's How Election Day Is Running In Greenwich So Far
The turnout in Greenwich for a mid-term election has historically been around 65 percent, according to Republican Registrar Fred DeCaro.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Family Never Came Back For Pip: Northport Kitty Of The Week
The 1½-year-old orange cat is affectionate, playful and full of personality, but NCRA says she needs a cat-savvy adopter.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Leader Jokingly Apologizes For Meeting Timing
A more important thing was going on during the Village Board's session.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Elementary School Principal To Return To Work Later This Week: Follow-Up
Superintendent Tim Herbert: After an investigation, Abbot-Downing Elementary School Principal Anthony Blinn will return to work on Thursday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Upper East Side Car Thefts Jump 52% This Year, NYPD Data Shows
The 19th Precinct has recorded 70 stolen cars so far in 2026, up from 46 during the same period last year.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
5 ‘P’ Kittens, 5 Personalities, Looking For Homes: Huntington Adoptable Pets Of The Week
Petey, Paulie, Polly, Penny and Pippa were rescued from a backyard and are expected to arrive at the shelter shortly after Thanksgiving.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Ashburn, VA|
New Action Game From Indie Ashburn Developer Reaches Major Influencer, Takes Off
An independent game from an Ashburn developer got a major bump in October when an influencer took up its controls during a stream.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
Passaic Co. Cop Punched 2 In The Face, 'Unprovoked,' And Fled Bar, Affidavit Says
The incident was caught on camera, according to authorities.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
Taco Bell Eyes Manhattan For New Location
The Village Board on Monday approved a developer's pursuit of property at Route 52 and Brookstone Drive for the fast-food chain.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|
More Than 20 Authors Slated To Participate In 3rd Annual Fall Author Fest At Geneva Public Library
The three-event Fall Author Fest will conclude with more than 20 authors gathering to share their work and connect with readers.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Waterford, CT|
Waterford Hearing To Review Jordan Park House Maintenance Ordinance
Waterford’s RTM committee will hold a Nov. 9 hearing on Jordan Park House maintenance rules and consider an ordinance recommendation.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Big Elmhurst Building Projects Detailed; City Sees Permit Surge
Industrial, medical and residential projects are on the city's list.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
1 Hospitalized After Route 53 Crash In Rolling Meadows
The single-vehicle crash on Tuesday morning temporarily closed one westbound lane of Algonquin Road
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Essex Zoning Panel To Resume Housing, Parking Hearings; Dog Pound, Senior Housing Plans On Agenda
Essex’s Nov. 4 agenda includes housing and parking hearings and new applications for a dog pound and 12 senior apartments.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Wetlands Hearing On 48-Unit Flanders Road Plan To Continue Nov. 9
East Lyme’s wetlands agency will resume a hearing Nov. 9 on a 48-unit Flanders Road development and review a grant support request.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Automotive Supplier To Shutter Cottondale Facility, Eliminating 83 Jobs
An automotive components manufacturer plans to close its Cottondale facility at the end of the year
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Arson Squad Detectives Probing Fire At Mastic Home: Police
No one was hurt, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|
Man Barricades Himself Inside Coram Home In 9-Hour-Long Standoff With Officers: Police
The man peacefully left his home without incident just after 4 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Across California, CA|
CA House Races To Watch: The Blue Wave And Election Interference
As election day dawns, ongoing legal battles signal tension around election integrity and stiff headwinds for the GOP in California.
Paige Austin and Corey Washington, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Advances To SCC Girls Volleyball Semifinals: PHOTOS
The Green Dragons will face town rival Sacred Heart Academy in an SCC semifinal showdown.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Malibu, CA|
Malibu Eyes Disaster Recovery District After Palisades Fire Wipes Nearly $1B Off Tax Rolls
More than half the properties in the proposed district were damaged or destroyed in the Palisades Fire.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Man Arrested On Charges After Early Morning Incident In Downtown Concord: Video
Jonathan Urena Cherry was accused of kicking a cruiser door and yelling at a state trooper after he was taken to the ground Sunday morning.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Across Illinois, IL|
Illinois Attorney General Race: Kwame Raoul Faces Bob Fioretti In 2026 Election
Democratic incumbent Kwame Raoul is seeking a third term against Republican Bob Fioretti.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
2-Vehicle Crash Closes Road In Stamford: Police
Drivers are being asked to use alternate routes to avoid traffic delays.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Meet The Candidate: Charles Lavine For NYS Assembly, 13th District
"We need responsible and pragmatic people in public office who will not be intimidated."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Joe's Beverage Warehouse Seeks Liquor License For Downers Grove Location
The liquor commission will review the store's liquor license application on Nov. 5.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme Wetlands Commission Approves Shore Drive Seawall Project, Reviews Water Company Expansion
Old Lyme wetlands officials approve a Shore Drive seawall replacement and find a proposed water company expansion exempt from review.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
Illinois Senate District 33: Penman, Clark Face Off For Open Seat In 2026 Election
Republican Danielle Penman and Democrat Michele Clark are vying to replace retiring state Sen. Don DeWitte.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|
Illinois 10th Congressional District Election: Schneider Faces Republican Challenger
Democratic U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider faces Republican Carl Lambrecht in the Nov. 3 election.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Major Street Redesign Could Transform Redondo Beach's Riviera Village
A $4 million planning effort could bring wider sidewalks, bicycle lanes, outdoor dining areas and parking changes to South Catalina Avenue.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Tinley Park, IL|
Pedestrian Fatally Struck On Harlem Avenue In Tinley Park ID'd As Chicago Man: Medical Examiner
The man died after being struck by two cars as he crossed Harlem Avenue Saturday, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Clinton, CT|
Clinton Wetlands Commission To Review 17-Unit Townhouse Proposal, Ben Merrill Road Bridge Replacement
Clinton wetlands officials will review a 17-unit townhouse proposal, a bridge replacement and three residential applications Nov. 5.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Zoning Panel To Hear Rezoning, Senior Housing Proposals Nov. 5
East Lyme zoning officials will hear rezoning and senior housing proposals Nov. 5 and take up a veterinary clinic application.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Condo Project Still Up In Air; Litigation Continues
A judge rejected the village's request to throw out a resident's lawsuit.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
Warrant Details Medication Access Before Enfield Girl’s Death
Police describe loose pills and conflicting accounts about sleep aids in the warrant for Melanie Federline’s arrest.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
NJ Transit Holds ‘Accessibility Forum’ For Riders With Disabilities [VIDEO]
Public comment speakers included a longtime Access Link user and a frequent rider from out of state.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Manhattan Beach, CA|
Manhattan Beach Planners Reject Height Increase At Former Bank Site In 4-1 Vote
A 4-1 vote backs a 30-foot height limit at Parking Lot 3 while preserving the former U.S. Bank property's existing 26-foot limit.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Meet The Candidate: Jennifer DeSena For Town Of North Hempstead Supervisor
"I'm asking voters to let me continue the work we've started and finish the projects we've fought to advance."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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