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Tinley Park, IL|
'End Of An Era': After Deal To Sell Company Falls Through, American Sale To Shutter All Locations
American Sale's family owners are getting out of retail; a liquidation sale is ongoing.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Man Chased Onto Roof By Secaucus Police Was Alleged Male Prostitute, Police Say
The suspect initially met with a man in town for a sexual encounter and then stole from him, running into a local restaurant, said police.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Stafford Township Honors Youth All-Star Baseball Teams
Stafford Township recognized two All-Star baseball teams for championship seasons and community representation.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
LTHS Bus Driver Honored For Bravery, Intervening During Child's 'Concerning Interaction' With Unfamiliar Car
Bus driver Owen Flemming was honored for his "extraordinary bravery and commitment," including taking action to protect an 8-year-old girl.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Orange, CT|
Orange Economic Development Commission Approves $1,300 For Magazine, Plans Website Upgrades
Orange economic development officials approve $1,300 for OrangeLife magazine and discuss website upgrades and a holiday market.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Worker Hospitalized After Accident At Windsor Locks Plant
Emergency crews responded to Ahlstrom Wednesday night, according to the fire department.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport Conservation Commission To Review Residential Projects, Docks At Upcoming Hearing
Proposals involving wetlands, waterways, home expansions and an accessory dwelling unit.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|
Proposed School Referendum In Livingston Scaled Down: See Tax Impact
The upgrades now come to $189 million – down from $228 million in earlier talks.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Detroit, MI|
Man, 2 Children Hurt In Detroit Apartment Fire
Officials are still investigating the cause of the fire.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater OKs Developer Agreement For Route 22 Self-Storage Project
The agreement covers a self-storage facility previously approved for 1661 Route 22 N and ties the new owner to prior terms.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Bans Companies From Using Your Data To Set Prices
The City Council voted on the bill Thursday.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington Neighbors Question Drainage For 10-Lot Subdivision
Neighbors questioned runoff from the Crane Road proposal. Wetlands approval is in place, with a zoning hearing continuing Nov. 23.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Essex Special Town Meeting To Vote On Proposed ‘Do Not Solicit’ Registry
Essex voters will consider a proposed “Do Not Solicit” registry aimed at restricting commercial door-to-door solicitation.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Panel Seeks Changes To Accessible Trail Project
The trails committee recommended revising and extending the grant, with engineering oversight and accessibility requirements.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Restaurant Still Coming To La Grange: Village Report
The eatery is Mexican- and French-inspired with "vintage aesthetics."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Man Threatens Southampton School Community, District Says
Cozens shot a gun nearby leading to a previous arrest as reported by NBC.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
Latest Pro-Immigrant Protest In Newark Is Only The Tip Of The ICEberg
Activists gathered to protest ICE in the Ironbound. Other recent activity has included a highway billboard and a Día de los Muertos rally.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Home Fire Brings Large Mutual Aid Response On Presidents Drive
A fire at a single-family home on Presidents Drive remains under investigation, police said.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Hatboro Lofts Seeks Retail, Commercial Tenant
The Jacksonville Road property's representatives appeared before the Hatboro Planning Commission on Tuesday night.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Proposes New Pickleball Courts, Year-Round Bathroom
A Dec. 8 vote will decide a proposal for up to four pickleball courts and a year-round bathroom at Salmon Brook Park.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Suffield, CT|
Fuel-Cell Plant Proposed Behind Suffield Warehouse
Plans call for 16 natural gas-powered fuel cells on Bennett Road. State reviewers want closer scrutiny of noise near a home.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield TPZ To Hold Hearing On Affordable Housing, Commerce Drive Regulations
Proposed subdivision requirements, athletic netting heights and rooftop equipment rules are among topics slated for next week's meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Mayor Endured Raucous Meeting, Cancels Most Afterward
The Lyons board hasn't met in two months. The village canceled the last eight regular meetings of the board and finance committee.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor Council Funds Memorial Honoring Vietnam Veterans
Councilors voted 8–0 to fund a granite memorial on the North Green, following support from residents and veterans.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Weighs New Tax Options, Housing, Labor Policies In 2027 Legislative Agenda
Fairfax City Council reviewed its 2027 legislative priorities, including new tax options, housing, collective bargaining and public safety.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
Woman Accused Of Stealing $500K From South Windsor Employer
Police say the woman used her employer’s card for cosmetic procedures, bills, shopping and taxes.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Man Shifts Story On Drinking, Smells Of Alcohol: Police
The man was charged with DUI. A woman questioned the arrest.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Alderwoman Won't Seek Reelection Next Year
The decision comes with a "heavy heart," she said. The council election is in April.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Oak Lawn, IL|
Oak Lawn Library Board Passes 4.5 Percent Tax Levy, After Patrons Push Back On Proposed Levy Freeze
Patrons push back on Trustee Karrie Mallo's plan for a zero percent tax levy in 2027 that would freeze the budget at its current level.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Bartender Katie Kearns Vanished From Joliet 9 Years Ago, Where Is Murder Defendant Jeremy Boshears Now?
In 2022, jurors learned that after Katie Kearns disappeared, murder Jeremy Boshears read Joliet Patch's article about her disappearance.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Freshman Developing AI Model To Help Detect Alzheimer's
Dougherty Valley student Ashrita Panigrahi hopes her research could lead to more affordable, accessible Alzheimer's screening.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Man Pistol-Whipped, As His Family Is Assaulted In Long Island Home Invasion: Police
UPDATE: An open side door was kicked open, and he was struck with a gun, as a woman was shoved, and items were snatched, Suffolk cops say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Columbia, MD|
Dill Dinkers Pickleball Clubs' New Owners Eye Expansion
Three Dill Dinkers Pickleball Clubs have been sold. The new owners are looking at expanding and enhancing the current locations.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Suspect Runs Above Secaucus Chinese Restaurant, Tries To Escape Via Roof
Secaucus Police were able to apprehend the man. This happened on Front Street.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
Bojangles Reopens In Upper Marlboro Under New Ownership
Bojangles' traditional Southern-inspired menu, including chicken, biscuits, breakfast sandwiches, and more, has returned to Prince George's.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Finance Board Approves Investment Policy, Warns Of Fire Department Overtime Overruns
East Lyme finance officials approve an investment policy, review fire overtime costs and delay decisions on youth funding.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Marks Veterans Day With Patriotic Walk, Moving Ceremony
The community gathered Wednesday under bright blue skies and fall sunshine to pay tribute to veterans past and present.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|
Arlington Officials Discuss Staffing And Spending At Budget Forum
Zoning changes can take years to produce financial impact, and larger projects do not occur frequently enough to improve budget pressure.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Ex-Boyfriend With Pocketknife Arrested By Joliet Police 'Is Stalking Her:' Will County Prosecutors
It's not uncommon to see misdemeanor Joliet defendants detained under the SAFE-T Act's dangerous standard while murder defendants go free.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Wetlands Commission To Review Cherniske Road Bridge, Housing Projects
New Milford wetlands officials will review a Cherniske Road bridge replacement and several housing projects
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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