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Warminster, PA|
'Mike' Remembered For 2nd Hike In Warminster
The second annual fundraiser for the late Michael C. Walp takes place at Warminster Community Park on Saturday.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
Man Charged With Felony DWI After Selden Crash: Police
He was previously arrested for DWI within the last 10 years, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|
For Owner Of Jerry & The Mermaid, Giving Back Brings Joy: 'I Truly Want To See Other People Succeed'
"When a community comes together, a lot of small contributions can turn into something pretty incredible." — Jerry Dicecco, on giving back.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Boys Soccer Team Wins Thriller Over Notre Dame-West Haven: PHOTOS
The Green Dragons continued their impressive start to the season with a thrilling win over Notre Dame-West Haven.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
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Napa Valley, CA|
Delta Uncorks New Route From Wine Country
Delta’s new Salt Lake City flights carry travelers and wine while expanding Sonoma County’s reach.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Brush Fire Breaks Out West Of Temecula City Limits, Near De Luz
Air power was requested to help battle the blaze.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
CA Proposition 42: Bars New Taxes On Personal Property; Could Blow Up Billionaire Tax
If passed by enough votes, Proposition 42 (or, for that matter, Proposition 41) would void the proposed "Billionaire Tax."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
CA Proposition 41: Counter To Billionaire Tax
Propositions 41 and 42 contain "conflict clauses" designed to void Proposition 40, better known as the "Billionaire Tax."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Temecula, CA|
CA Proposition 40: The Billionaire Tax
The initiative would impose a one-time state tax of up to 5% on residents with assets over $1 billion, excluding certain holdings.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
CA Proposition 3: Makes Progressive Income Tax Rates Permanent
Proposition 3 would make permanent California's progressive income tax brackets, which require the wealthiest residents to pay more.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Southbound 15 Freeway Reopens In Lake Elsinore After Multi-Vehicle Crash
The crash was reported just before 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Murder Defendant Celebrates 18th Birthday With Transfer To Will County Jail Since He's A Grown Up Now
Most people did not know what Joliet murder defendant Jaevion Smith looked like since he was kept in the juvenile detention facility.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Healdsburg, CA|
Thick Smoke Drifting From Coast: Sonoma County
Smoke from a controlled fire on the coast is drifting inland from Petaluma to Healdsburg.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Western Springs Theft Suspect Seemingly Helpful Man: Police
He is believed to have taken a woman's wallet while helping her get an item from the top shelf.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ledyard, CT|
Ledyard P&Z To Open Hearing On 23-Lot Subdivision, Revisit Solar And Intermodal Projects
Ledyard P&Z will open a hearing Oct. 8 on a 23-lot subdivision and revisit solar, intermodal and agricultural projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|
Palm Desert Looks To Adopt New AI Policy
If enacted, the policy establishes a formal framework for how municipal staff and officials use AI tools.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Tribeca-FiDi, NY|
Hudson River Park Unveils Fall Events Lineup: See List
There will be a full lineup of science, sustainability and family-friendly events along the waterfront this fall.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Months Later, Zippy Is Still Waiting For Someone To Earn His Trust: Northport Kitties Of The Week
The 5-month-old brothers balance playfulness and affection, and NCRA says they may display some Ragdoll-like traits.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Crofton, MD|
Wonder Food Hall Sets The Date For New Grand Opening In Anne Arundel Co.
To date, the new Wonder opening marks the food hall's third site in Anne Arundel County.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
Vincent Thomas Bridge To Close For 16 Months, Sending Traffic Toward Long Beach
The Vincent Thomas Bridge will close for 16 months starting Nov. 1, potentially sending more harbor traffic through Long Beach.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Madison, CT|
Madison Finance Board Approves Flood Study, Opioid Settlement Spending
Madison's finance board last month approved funding for a Green Hill Road flood study and opioid-related services.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Months Later, Zippy Is Still Waiting For Someone To Earn His Trust: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
The green-eyed cat survived life in a parking garage and has blossomed at Grateful Paw — but he still needs a patient forever home.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Fire Breaks Out At Medford Home, Drawing Area Firefighters: Police
The damage was contained to the exterior of the house, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Havre de Grace, MD|
Golf Tournament In Harford Co. Friday Continues Support Of HBCUs
The annual Settle Memorial Golf Tournament supports HBCUs through the Settle Memorial Fund, which has donated more than $175K to HBCUs.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
The 'Rat Alley' Plaguing The Upper East Side
Residents say rats are disrupting life on East 83rd Street. The city has inspected properties and issued five summonses.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|
Wine Flies Free On Sonoma County's Newest Airport Carrier
Delta’s new Salt Lake City flights carry travelers and wine while expanding Sonoma County’s reach.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Central, South Domes In Plans, Would Cost Millions
Domed fields are listed among $45 million in possible debt-financed projects.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
NYC Grants Fund Brooklyn Community Art Programs
Two Brooklyn organizations received city grants to fund events.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Manassas, VA|
NoVA's Only Restaurant Serving This Aromatic Southeast Asian Cuisine To Open In Manassas
A Cambodian restaurant coming soon to Manassas will be one of the state's only purveyors of the cuisine.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Across Virginia, VA|
NoVA’s Only Restaurant Serving This Aromatic Southeast Asian Cuisine Eyes Opening Date
A Cambodian restaurant coming soon to Northern Virginia will be one of the state's only purveyors of the cuisine.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|
From Long Valley To Carnegie Hall: Local Singer To Make Major Debut
Chelsea Friedlander, who sang "Messiah" at West Morris Central as a teen, will perform it again in what she calls a "full-circle moment."
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|
From West Morris Central To Carnegie Hall: Singing Alum To Make Major Debut
Chelsea Friedlander, who sang "Messiah" at West Morris Central as a teen, will perform it again in what she calls a "full-circle moment."
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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Haverford-Havertown, PA|
Higher Parking Rates, Angled Spots Suggested In Haverford Twp. Parking Study
The study has a range of suggestions to shape parking around the township over the next decade.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Forest Birth 911 Text Deemed A Hoax; Interim Police Chief Warns Against ‘Malicious’ Reports
Concord police are looking into a fake 911 text concerning a woman in the Walker State Forest on Little Pond Road giving birth Sunday night.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Tylenol Murders Documentary Revisits Possible Link To Idaho Cold Case
Premiering Friday, the film explores a chemist's possible connection to the killings as investigators and experts remain divided.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Chipotle, Jersey Mike's To Open In Former Fairway Space In Stamford
Additionally, a lease is out to a grocery store for a 13,080-square-foot space.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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New Lenox, IL|
New Lenox Hog Wild Hit Again In Smash-And-Grab To Gaming Machines: NLPD
The incident happened around 1:30 a.m. Oct. 6, according to police reports.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Torrance Could Ease Rules For Home Food Sellers During Holidays
Home food businesses could sell outdoors and serve multiple customers during December under rules going before the City Council Tuesday.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
West Village, NY|
1st Permanent School Street Gate Installed In Hudson Square
The gate is designed to create a safer street environment during outdoor school programming.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
'Our Lives Changed Forever': Mother Of LI Man Killed In PA Hit-And-Run Seeks Justice
"Forever 27, forever my son, forever loved." - Danielle Elardo
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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