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When Babysitting Becomes Parenting, Readers Draw The Line [The Question]
A Florida mom’s arrest sparks debate over childhood independence, the limits of parental responsibility and the crushing cost of child care.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Patchogue, NY|
3 Face Attempted Murder Charges In Gang-Related Shootings At LIRR Rail Road Station In Suffolk: DA
One defense attorney told Patch his client is 17 years old, "and it's our position that this case belongs in family court."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
LI Fire Department EMT Accused Of Sexually Abusing Co-Worker Prevented Her Flight By Twisting Her Arms: DA
"The badge and uniform of a first responder are symbols of trust, service and protection – not a shield for sexual abuse." - DA Ray Tierney
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Harbor Commission Backs Dock Replacement, Reviews Shellfish Expansion And Public Access
East Lyme harbor officials back a Black Point dock replacement and discuss oyster farming, shellfish harvesting and public docks.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Tredyffrin-Easttown, PA|
Tredyffrin Considers Phasing Out Gas Leaf Blowers
The town's environmental council has recommended a phase out leading to a ban. But some have expressed concerns.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
Tinley Police Leadership Shifts Following Embattled Chief's Resignation
Thomas Tilton's resignation was effective Oct. 23. Village officials on Wednesday tapped a new chief and several watch commanders.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
Voters Reject Most Tax Hike Proposals As Cost-of-Living Concerns Persist
Five of six funding measures failed in Lake County, while voters in McHenry County also rejected a $355.5 million school bond proposal.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
DuPage Judge Takes Sides On Facebook In Matter She Ruled On
She denied a lawyer for an official around the time she "liked" a post in the same case.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Dancers Urge Support For Team Nationals Trip To Florida
Residents told the Hillsborough Board of Education that the dance team's nationals trip is earned through fundraising, not a vacation.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|
Woman, 74, Fatally Hit By Car While Crossing Farnsworth Avenue: Aurora Police
The woman was crossing Farnsworth Avenue south of the intersection with Indian Avenue, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Windows Fogged Up, BMW Owner May Part Ways With Car After Will County Forest Preserve Police Wake Him Up
Elon Bell parked his BMW near the Rock Run Rookery on Youngs Road in Channahon. Now, he faces the prospect of losing his BMW to the police.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Fremont Teen Seeks Volunteers To Preserve Her Community's Stories
Aashi Gupta created a community storybook project to preserve the stories of older adults across her East Bay community.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Redondo Beach, CA|
Redondo Beach Approves $34,758 Study Of Garbage Truck Impact On Roads
The city will calculate how much waste collection trucks and street sweepers contribute to road wear and maintenance costs.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|
Popular Baby, Kids Clothing Store Opening New Rochester Hills Location
The new store will also offer family spaces and year-round community events.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|
Yardley Borough Updating Comprehensive Plan
Yardley Borough launched a survey on Wednesday seeking input from residents about the community's future.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
7 Public Hearings On Fairfax City Council Agenda: Sidewalks, Housing, Zoning Changes
Fairfax City Council will hold seven public hearings Tuesday on sidewalk projects, affordable housing, zoning changes and more.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Stamford, CT|
Stamford Planning Board To Hear School, WPCA Capital Budget Presentations
Here's a preview of the upcoming Stamford Planning Board meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Suffield Weighs School, Firehouse Plans And Tax Impact
Officials are weighing costs, state aid and whether to stagger the projects. Neither project nor a referendum has been approved.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High Hits Enrollment Low; Teacher Count Near Record High
As recently as 2019, the school had more than 4,000 students.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|
VA Man Wanted On Kidnapping, Child Abuse Charges Arrested At Dulles Airport: CBP
A Virginia man wanted on felony charges was arrested in Dulles Airport on Wednesday while trying to leave the country, authorities say.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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Long Beach, CA|
Long Beach Considers New ICE Restrictions, Investigation Into Resident's Detention
Long Beach councilmembers seek tighter ICE restrictions following a disputed October detention that left a resident injured.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
New Primary Care Practice Coming To Columbia's Merriweather District
CloseKnit will occupy nearly 4,500 square feet at 10285 Lakefront, joining several other medical practices in the growing healthcare hub.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|
Swastika 'Scribbled' In Plainview Middle School Bathroom, Parent Raises Concerns
A parent told Patch about another antisemitic incident at the school days earlier, raising concerns about transparency with families.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Driver Had 6 Beers, 8 Shots, Topped 140 MPH On I-55 Before Crash Killed WESCOM Dispatcher: Police
After impact, victim Melissa Prosser's car was pushed into the grass ditch between the roadway and the I-55 southbound on-ramp.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater's Bradley Gardens Elementary Keeps Thanksgiving Feast Tradition Alive
Bradley Gardens Principal Barbara Binford said the feast brings students, staff and families together in one space each year.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Man From Northwest Georgia Arrested On Domestic Violence And Strangulation Charges In East Concord
Kenneth Parker was arrested on felony charges last month after a domestic violence incident in October, according to Concord police.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|
Prince William Basketball Coach Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Student: Police
A Prince William County coach and assistant teacher is being held without bond after being accused of sexually assaulting a student.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|
Car Wash Proposed For Ogden Avenue In Lisle
The village's planning and zoning commission will review the proposal for a new car wash at a public hearing on Nov. 18.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Bel Air, MD|
Bel Air School Celebrates 30 Years As Enrollment Grows 70%
The Highlands School, which specializes in educating children with learning differences, celebrated its anniversary recently.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
NJ Pre-K Aide Sexually Abused Children In Bathroom, During Nap Time, Records Say
Shaun Stebbins photographed the young children using the bathroom and filmed himself assaulting them, authorities said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Phoenixville, PA|
Gasoline In Groundwater Prompts Remediation Effort In Phoenixville
Old underground storage tanks have leaked over the years on the Nutt Road property.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Proposes High School Fields Overhaul
The proposal would rebuild high school fields and the track. Residents can review plans Nov. 14 before a Dec. 8 vote.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Chef Bets On Main Street With Second Independent Restaurant
Bornemann's new Bar Fortuna pairs handmade pasta and local ingredients with an Italian approach to cooking shaped by his years abroad.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|
Sarasota Candidate Turns Campaign Signs Into Art With Dog-Themed Contest
Former Sarasota County Commission candidate Julie London is launching an art contest to recycle her campaign signs.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington To Vote On Fund For Unspent School Money
A hearing and town meeting will consider a fund to hold unused education money for future school expenses.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Bernards Township Zoning Board Rejects 125-Unit Senior Housing Plan
A 4-3 vote was not enough to approve the use variance, leaving the residential proposal technically denied.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Leaf Blower Ordinance Faces More Revisions, Possible May Referendum
Ridgefield selectpersons weigh a two-year phase-in, enforcement changes and public concerns over a proposed leaf blower ordinance.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Perry Hall, MD|
Industrial Warehouse Property Sells For $7M In Rosedale
The Baltimore County warehouse site was scooped up in a multimillion-dollar deal by a Philadelphia-based firm.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Hatboro-Horsham School Spending To Exceed $140M: Officials
The Hatboro-Horsham School Board heard details of what the 2027-2028 spending plan would look like at its meeting on Monday night.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Oberlander Becomes 2nd Democrat To Capture 36th State Senate District In Nearly 100 Years
The 36th State Senate District covers Greenwich and portions of Stamford and New Canaan.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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