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Lemont, IL|
Local Lemont Author Starts Business To Help Other Independent Authors
Storyhound Publishing aims to help authors self-publish their work.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Glen Burnie, MD|
Structural Issues Leave Empire Towers' Future In Doubt
Empire Towers' future remains uncertain after it was deemed structurally compromised. For some, the building is "tainted."
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|
Lisle To Discuss Kindi Academy's Zoning Variance Requests
Kindi Academy is requesting a major change to its planned unit development and special use permit proposal.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Clinton, CT|
Clinton Wetlands Commission To Continue Hearing On 17-Unit Cow Hill Townhouse Proposal
Clinton wetlands commissioners will review a townhouse proposal, bridge replacement and enforcement matters.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Temecula, CA|
Longtime Temecula City Manager Aaron Adams Announces Retirement
He started as a city intern in 1995, worked briefly in San Clemente, then returned to Temecula City Hall in 1996 — where he has remained.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|
Guilford Selectmen To Review Potential Emergency Communications Purchase, Public Hearing Dates
Here's a preview of the upcoming Guilford Board of Selectmen meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'When Raul Was Choking Her, He Was Taunting, Laughing At Her:' Prosecutors
Raul Martinez, 37, of Wilmington's South Main Street, lost his pretrial detention hearing before Will County Judge Don DeWilkins this week.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
JS Brewery Celebrates Ancient Art Of Makgeolli At Columbia Location
JS Brewery will be celebrating its 1-year anniversary soon and its owners love sharing the art of makgeolli making with patrons.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme Wetlands Commission Seeks More Information On Whippoorwill Road Development
Old Lyme wetlands commissioners continued review of a Whippoorwill Road project and scheduled three Aug. 17 site walks.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Novi, MI|
'One-Of-A-Kind' Raising Cane's Opening In Metro Detroit Monday
The fast-food chain is best known for their chicken fingers, fries, coleslaw and "Cane's sauce."
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
School Drop-Off Lane Etiquette Still Tests Parents: Block Talk
Cutting in line, blocking crosswalks and lingering over goodbyes can turn the school drop-off lane into a daily test of patience.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Stamford Unveils New Downtown Plaza Focused On Safety, Outdoor Dining
A former Stamford parking lot is now a permanent public plaza featuring outdoor dining, seating, green space and safety upgrades.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Vienna, VA|
Vienna Household Receives Strange Package Full Of Fake IDs: Police
A Vienna household received a suspicious package this week.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|
Berlin Plan To Restrict Political Events At Senior Center Draws Public Ire
Berlin Town Council postponed action on a proposed senior center sponsorship policy after residents raised concerns about political access.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
7 Northbrook Student Workers Receive $1.5K College Grants
Covenant Living of Northbrook honored graduating members of its dining services team as they prepare to continue their education.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford ZBA To Review Butlertown Road, Laurel Street Variance Requests
Waterford's Zoning Board of Appeals will consider residential variance requests for properties on Butlertown Road and Laurel Street.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich P&Z Approves Relocation Of Beloved Farmers Market
The market, which has been in existence for 16 years, had been looking for a new space to operate.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|
Still No End To The Rainbow After 100 Fabulous Years At Beverly's Original Rainbow Cone
Original Rainbow Cone celebrates 100 years with BOGO specials Aug. 3-9, and a special party on Aug. 9 at the original Beverly location.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Andover, Massachusetts, Man Arrested On Stalking, Protective Order Charges In Concord: Follow-Up
Scott Alexander Martyr was accused of communicating with a protected party via an app in May. He pleaded guilty to assault in 2025 in NH.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Hunter Mill Supervisor To Appoint Reston Educator To Planning Commission
Reston educator and civic leader Paul Thomas has been nominated to succeed retiring Hunter Mill Planning Commissioner John Carter.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Healdsburg, CA|
Healdsburg Mayor Seeks Second Term In District 4
Mayor Chris Herrod became the first District 4 candidate to file for Healdsburg's new district-based election.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Box Of Wine Used To Beat Joliet Man's Head After Will County Sheriff's Left Their House: Prosecutors
Leanna Carpenter became violent and launched into a tirade during an argument with the man, police alleged.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|
Bee City USA Volunteers Adapt Land In Howard Co.
Numerous volunteers from Howard County are tackling projects and revitalizing land to make it bee-friendly as part of Bee City USA.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Connecticut Supreme Court Puts Tyler Back In Enfield Primary
The state’s highest court reversed a lower-court ruling that had removed Thomas Tyler from the Democratic primary.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Jersey City, NJ|
NJ Burger Restaurant Run By NYC Owner Closes For Good: Here's Why
The restaurant shut at the end of last week. The owner explained why he had to close.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Inland Wetlands Agency To Review Hammonasset River Dredging, New Home Applications
The August virtual meeting includes wetland permit requests, pond vegetation work and residential development proposals.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
Bloomfield Town Council OKs Hefty Tax Hike: Here’s What Homeowners Will Pay
Bloomfield’s new municipal budget comes with a 12% tax increase – more than triple last year’s number.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Havre de Grace, MD|
Bingo Night To Benefit Pets At Harford Co. Animal Shelter
The Harford County Humane Society will be hosting its wildly popular Cash Bingo Bonanza, which raises funds to care for the animals there.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Tampa, FL|
Historic Cuban Club Restoration Aims To Preserve Ybor Landmark For ‘Another 100 Years’
Ongoing renovations at Ybor City's Cuban Club, including watertightening and reconstructing historic features, are in their final stretch.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor Man Charged With Sex Assault After Strawberry Festival Incident
Police said the alleged victim knew the suspect through the June 13 event.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Fate Of Memorial Stadium Now That JCA's New Football Stadium Is Underway: Joliet Park District Q & A
Patch Editor John Ferak reached out to Joliet Park District Executive Director Brad Staab seeking answers on a number of key topics.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|
Attention UConn Campus Foodies: Dining Halls Might Be Closer Than You Think
Every dining hall at UConn is now mapped out, complete with walking times.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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Ridgefield, CT|
'Put Aside Your Tribe': Ridgefield Public Safety Committee Reviews Lower-Cost Police, Fire Facility Proposals
Ridgefield committee reviewed competing public safety facility concepts ranging from about $50M to $67M and delayed recommendations.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Chain Restaurant Wants Electronic Sign, Seeks Exception To Rules
Other towns allow such signs. Darien is considering doing the same.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Pottstown, PA|
Pottstown Hospital Nurses Decry Layoffs: 'Seen This Story Before'
Hundreds of employees have had their jobs eliminated in the past several months at Pottstown Hospital.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|
CR Newtown 9-11s Capture State Championship In Dramatic Late-Game Rally
With the state banner in hand, the team now turns its attention to Massachusetts, where they will represent Pennsylvania.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Woman Insists She Did Not Try Running Over Man In Their Driveway On Highland Ave: Prosecutors
Will County Judge Donald DeWilkins has imposed the SAFE-T Act dangerousness standard to keep Joliet 48-year-old Kimberly Linsey jailed.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|
Drone Tracks Alsip Carjacking Suspects, 2 In Custody: Police
Two Matteson men believed to be involved in an Alsip carjacking are now in custody, police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Wreck At Richards Street, Manhattan Road Lands Woman In Joliet Police Handcuffs: Here's Why
Mireya Vazquez was processed and released with a Notice to Appear in court. The Subaru was towed from the scene.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joe's Hot Dogs Arrest: Joliet Man Who Often Causes Mischief And Mayhem Captured By Joliet Police Once Again
It's hard to keep track of how many times the Joliet police force and the Will County Sheriff's has arrested Michael Richter.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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