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Joliet, IL|
12 People Running For Joliet Mayor, City Council So Far In Spring 2027 Elections, Here's Who They Are
The Joliet mayor's position as well as the five District seats on the Joliet City Council are up for grabs in the coming months.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|
Cop Injured After Being Hit By Car In Marlboro, Police Say
The driver of the vehicle was issued summonses for driving while intoxicated, having an open container of alcohol and reckless driving.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater OKs $2.95M For First Responder Radio Equipment
The council approved a Motorola contract Sept. 17, with additional radio purchases expected at a later meeting.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Athletic Hall Of Fame Welcomes 2026 Class
Six athletes and coaches were inducted Saturday, while longtime local journalist Tim Jensen received a posthumous honor.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Oak Lawn, IL|
Man Found Dead From Gunshot Wound To Torso In Bridgeview
A man in his thirties was found fatally shot in the street near Oketo and 78th Street early Monday morning, Bridgeview police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Across Alabama, AL|
Alabama AG Announces Historic TikTok Settlement Worth At Least $100M
The state's total recovery could increase to as much as $300 million if certain conditions outlined in the settlement are met.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Anchor Social Temporarily Closes In Milford
A spot that opened last year is closing for the moment but has "big plans" in the works.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Health Department Shuts Down Pittsburgh Coffee Shop
Find out here why the Allegheny County Health Department ordered this coffee shop to cease operations.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Nor'Easter Claims Part Of Boardwalk Stairs Leading To Beach At Oceanfront Park On Long Island
Suffolk officials expressed concern about erosion before the storm hit, as waves could be seen rolling over the steps hours ahead on Friday.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
How Kirsten Lockhart Voted On Seven Fairfax City Projects And Plans
Review Kirsten Lockhart’s Planning Commission votes on seven Fairfax City proposals and how the City Council ultimately voted.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Elevator Firm Complained Lyons Township High Pushed Request Aside
A top school official, meanwhile, alleged he got the runaround from the company.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|
Popular Bucks Co. Pet Store Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The owners opened their first store at the Newtown Shopping Center on Sept. 4, 2001, just days before the terror attacks of Sept. 11th.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
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Bay Shore, NY|
Burning Stack Of Vehicles At Scrap Yard In Suffolk Spreads To Neighboring Property: PD
Two transit vans were damaged, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
'Relentless' Nor'easter Sparks Massive Cleanup Effort On North Fork: Highway Superintendent
"This nor'easter has been relentless."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
3 Hurt In Shirley Crash On Saturday Night: Police
They suffered non-life-threatening injuries, and were taken to NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk in East Patchogue for treatment, police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Zoning Board To Consider FEMA-Compliant Home, Property Variances
Fairfield's Zoning Board of Appeals is schedule to consider seven property variance applications during this week's meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Southampton, NY|
'Significant Beach Erosion' In Southampton As Nor'easter Slams Coastal Areas On LI
More than 1,000 residents were without power across Southampton Town Sunday morning, officials say.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Nor'easter Gears Up For Next Round Sunday With Heavy Wind, Rain, Coastal Flooding: NWS
"Thes winds are no joke." See when the nor'easter will finally begin to wind down across Long Island.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Pedestrian Struck In Shirley: Police
it happened just before 3 p.m. on Saturday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
Fire Breaks Out At Ronkonkoma Home: Police
It started at around 10:30 a.m., drawing area firefighters, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Newington, CT|
Newington To Hold Public Input Session On Town Manager Search
Newington residents can give input Sept. 29 on the town manager position as the town searches for a permanent hire.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
New Rochelle, NY|
2 Hudson Valley Starbucks Locations Slated To Close: Company Will Shutter 250 Stores, Lay Off Employees
The closures come as Starbucks aims to reshape its footprint and focus on locations the brand says are underperforming.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|
Woodbridge Selectmen Send $118.5 Million Beecher Road School Project To Referendum
Woodbridge selectmen voted 4-2 to send a $118.5M Beecher Road School project to an Oct. 13 referendum.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
At Beaumont’s Oktoberfest, A Fire Captain Becomes The Festival’s 'Mayor'
Meet the Bürgermeister for the annual King Ludwig's Oktoberfest. Plus, what to check out this weekend.
Renee Schiavone, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Mastic Beach Fire Officials Witness Nor'Easter's Wrath With Downed Wires, And Fallen Tree On House
UPDATE: As of 4:30 p.m., the tide had gone down, but the fire department was receiving calls for downed wires and a tree fell on a house.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Norwich, CT|
Norwich Wetlands Commission To Continue Review Of Proposed Occum Distribution Facility
Norwich wetlands officials will continue hearings Oct. 1 on a 1.07M-square-foot Occum facility and related mitigation plans.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|
Nor'easter Batters LI: 'Still In Heart Of It' As Fierce Winds, Soaking Rains, Flooding Continue Overnight
A powerful nor'easter will continue to pummel LI Saturday night with soaking rain, up to 65 mph winds and severe coastal flooding: NWS
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
Bubble Hockey Tournament Benefits Howard County Food Bank
The Old Ellicott City Cup, a charity bubble hockey tournament benefitting the Howard County Food Bank, will be Saturday.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Ledyard, CT|
Ledyard Library Commission Approves FY27 Budget, Revises Circulation Policy
Ledyard library commissioners approved the FY27 budget, revised checkout rules and created a strategic planning group Sept. 21.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
This Long Island Club Is Helping Women Make Friends In Real Life
Self Love Social Club brings women together through fitness, events and real-life connection across Long Island.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Somers Backs Radio Plan After Equipment Fails Inside Fire
The fire chief said a firefighter’s radio battery recently died during a structure fire in Ellington.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Stew Leonard's Announces 2026 Halloween Events In Norwalk: PHOTOS
Halloween and autumn displays could be seen set up at the Norwalk store this week.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
VIDEO: Hours Ahead Of High Tide, Waves Roll Past Steps On Beach At Smith Point County Park In Shirley
At noon, County Executive Ed Romaine aired officials' concerns about the full moon nor'easter roiling up waves over the barrier island.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Westborough, MA|
Westborough Makerspace Celebrates 1 Year Of Creativity, Community
Craftlab Westboro, a community studio for adults and teens, has reached its first anniversary.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Six Restaurants Join Enfield’s First Restaurant Week
The weeklong event begins Oct. 4, with two participating restaurants already posting special menus.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
'Just A Good Soul': Family, Community Mourn New Lenox Teen After Death From Rare Condition
Brennen Saele, 17, died Saturday, Sept. 19. The Lincoln-Way Central senior left a lasting impact on all who knew him.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Salem, MA|
Salem City Council Moves To Ban Data Centers, Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers
The ban on data centers moves back to committee ahead of a second vote for full passage.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
When Grotesque Halloween Displays Are Too Scary: BlockTalk
Technology can make everything scarier. Can displays become so grotesque they’re inappropriate for the neighborhood?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
A Perfect View: Fremont Photo Of The Day
"No words could adequately describe what I saw or how I felt about it on a very beautiful day," Ethan Bernstein told Patch.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
East Hampton-Portland, CT|
East Hampton Finance Board Weighs Road Bonding As Repair Needs Reach $15M-$20M
East Hampton officials estimate $15M-$20M could be needed to rehabilitate town roads as the finance board considers bonding.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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