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Temecula, CA|
The ‘CarnEvil Ball’ Is Back: Temecula’s Dark Circus Party Returns To Europa Winery
Le Cirque Du Mal will bring an evening of eerie performers, sinister bites and devilish cocktails inspired by the dark side of the circus.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Ward 5 And Ward 6 Concord City Council Candidates Explain Why They Want To Be Councilors In 2025
Aislinn Kalob and Brenna Kehew Sculley are competing for the open Ward 6 seat while Stacey Brown is seeking a third term in Ward 5.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Amwell Road To Undergo 'Road Diet,' Lane Reduction In Hillsborough
Somerset County is expected to begin construction on Amwell Road sometime in November.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|
Maplewood Brewery & Distillery To Bring Brewpub To Two Hound Red Space
The Logan Square-based brewery and distillery plans to open at 486 Pennsylvania Ave. by spring of next year.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 Board Clears Member, Finding No Violation
Questions emerge over the board's "confidentiality acknowledgment."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Priest At Holy Family Catholic Church Sexually Assaulted Woman Inside Hammel Woods: Lawsuit
The Diocese of Joliet and Father Nestor Sanchez now find themselves as co-defendants in a new civil lawsuit at the Will County Courthouse.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Towson, MD|
Trampoline Park Opens 2nd Baltimore County Location
A trampoline park opened its second Baltimore County location. The chain is expanding across Maryland.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Here's a Sneak Peek At The New Garden Catering Location Slated To Open Soon In Darien
Crews are building out the space for Garden Catering's latest location. Here's when the fast-casual restaurant is expected to open.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Bolingbrook, IL|
Bolingbrook Board Approves Purchase Of Property Near The Promenade
The 3.73-acre parcel is at Janes Avenue and Falcon Ridge Way.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Death Investigation Of 2 People Found In Burbank Resident Determined To Be Murder-Suicide
There were no prior calls for service at the residence involving either individual, Burbank police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Perry Hall, MD|
Power Line Protest Meets Opposition, BGE Says Wires Are Necessary
BGE wants to build power lines near homes. Property owners cry foul, but the utility company says it's the best way to power Maryland.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|
5 Crucial Issues In NJ Governor Race: Here's Where Sherrill, Ciattarelli Stand
Here’s where Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli stand on important issues like property taxes, schools and public safety.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Anne Arundel, MD|
Multiple Shooters Suspected At Glen Burnie Memorial Service: Police
Multiple people fired guns at a Glen Burnie memorial service, police said. Officers arrested one suspect, but they're looking for more.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|
Nursing Students Claim OCC Graduation Plans Exclude Them
OCC President Pamela Monaco says the plans aim to eliminate weather issues while properly celebrating students' hard work.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Gloucester Township, NJ|
Gloucester Twp. Police Chief To Retire
David Harkins, a Gloucester Township native, has served as police chief since 2019.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Father Pleads Guilty In Son Emmanuel Haro's Murder: RivCo DA
Jake Mitchell Haro unexpectedly pleaded guilty to killing his baby at a court hearing on Thursday.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Across Massachusetts, MA|
MA Police Target Drag Racing Flash Mobs: Gov. Healey Touts Weekend Crackdown
Gov. Maura Healey said this weekend's efforts led to 232 citations, 15 tows, seven arrests, two car seizures and one stolen car recovery.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Hoboken Fire Chief Still Not Reinstated A Year After Judge's Ruling
Hoboken Mayor Bhalla's administration demoted Fire Chief Brian Crimmins four years ago. Despite a judge's ruling, he hasn't been reinstated.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|
Buffalo Wild Wings Opens 'Go' Concept In Aurora
The new grab-and-go location is celebrating by offering free wings for a year to the first guests in line for the grand opening.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Files Lawsuit Against Somerset County After 300 Trees Cut Down At Washington Valley Park
The lawsuit claims the County has caused irreparable harm to Bridgewater, its residents, and its public infrastructure.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Shrewsbury, MA|
Shrewsbury High School Crew Teams Head To World's Largest Rowing Event
The Head Of The Charles Regatta is a three-day competition in Boston.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|
New Bakery Unveiled in Glen Cove
Curcio Bakery & Cafe, a family-owned Italian bakery, had its grand opening and ribbon-cutting celebration on Thursday.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Law Firm Blames 2 Hinsdale D86 Officials For Termination
The district divulged previously secret parts of a letter from the firm.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|
Walmart Shooter In Custody, Chased Male Victim Into Store While Firing Gun: Evergreen Park Police
Two women who arrived with the shooter in a Hyundai were tracked by license plate readers and taken into custody, police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Bradenton, FL|
Meet BAM! Fest Artists At Realize Bradenton Fundraiser
Eight large-scale artworks painted live during BAM! Fest are on display at The Bishop and available for purchase via an online auction.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
Meet Wayne Council-At-Large Candidate Jason DeStefano
Patch is putting together a series of candidate profiles so readers can learn more about who’s on their ballot this November.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Across-The-Board Pay Hikes OK'd For Non-Union Enfield Employees
The Enfield Town Council unanimously supported the pay raises at their meeting last week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
Newark Teen Author Embarks On Mission To Give 1,000 Books To Girls In Essex County
“Books on the Ground isn’t just about reading – it’s about being seen, being inspired, and realizing that your story is not finished.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|
Teacher Contract Negotiations At An Impasse In Holmdel School District
The school board and teachers association will move to fact-finding after both sides failed to reach a contract agreement in September.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Officials Attend Democratic Colleague's Event
The mayor and five aldermen showed up for the candidate's launch party at a local bar.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Wilmington Post Office Property Damaged: Criminal Defendant Can't Be Detained Under SAFE-T-Act
Wilmington police made the arrest of 19-year-old Adriano Huskon, who comes from Arizona.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|
Malden Police Officer Honored With State's Highest Bravery Award
Amanda Greiner was presented the award at a special ceremony in Worcester.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Target Shoplifter With Stolen Van Must Be Returned To Will County's Jail: Prosectors
Rockdale resident John Planinsek, 39, comes from the 700 block of Central Avenue.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Southampton, NY|
Man Saved From Burning Building After Jumping From 2nd Floor Window In Dramatic Hamptons Rescue: FD
He jumped from windows where fire was seen raging in Southampton, fire officials say.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Bids Out Trash Pact For 1st Time In 8 Years
Last year, a trio of aldermen wanted the city to competitively bid out the contract.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Notes On Life In Vernon, Compiled In The Depression Era, Become New History Book
"The History of Vernon and Rockville By Mrs. Gardner Stanley" is a manuscript turned into a book by local historians.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
7 Dead Dogs Found On Street Corner Near Irvington, Newark Border: Report
The dogs didn’t have any signs of malnourishment or open wounds. Here’s what likely killed them, a report says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|
Boston's Snowport Unveils List Of Makers, Food And Beverage Lineup For 2025 Holiday Season
From Swiss-style raclette to holiday cocktails and over 125 independent businesses, here's who and what to know ahead of the 2025 Snowport.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Black Bear Spotted In Basking Ridge
The bear was seen early Thursday morning.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood, PA|
Jersey Mike's Subs Coming To Ardmore In 2026
Fans of the popular chain can get their sandwiches "Mike's Way" in Q1 of 2026, a representative for the company told Patch.
Max Bennett, Patch Staff
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