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Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Lawyer Taken To Court For Lack Of Business License
He blamed a cumbersome process that requires a wastewater plan. "I flush the toilet. That's my plan," he said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
150-Unit Oxford Apartment Hearing Set
The Little River Apartments hearing is scheduled for Oct. 20 at Oxford High School; the plan includes 45 affordable units.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Dublin, Pleasanton Animal Shelter Costs Rise After Livermore Pulls Out
Dublin expects to pay $471,347 for shelter operations this fiscal year as officials consider a new short-term agreement.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica City Council Candidate Spotlight: Phil Brock
Part 1 of 12: Patch speaks with Phil Brock as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Redondo Beach, CA|
Why Is Redondo Beach Spending $638K Investigating Soil, Waste And Landfill Gas At Dominguez Park?
A popular Redondo Beach park sits atop a former municipal dump. Now the city plans a $638K investigation of what lies beneath.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Nashua, NH|
Previously Missing Nashua Teen Accused Of ‘Possessing Unregistered Machine Gun Conversion Device’: Follow-Up
Alexander Diandro Cruz was charged in U.S. District Court with possessing a Glock with a switch. He also has active gun charges in Mass.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Meet Desrie Campbell, Your Fremont District 2 Candidate
Desrie Campbell is seeking re-election for the District 2 seat in Fremont's council race.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Meet Ying Min Li, Your Fremont District 4 Candidate
Three council seats are up for grabs this upcoming election.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Meet Manisha Pathak, Your Fremont District 4 Candidate
Three council seats are up for grabs this upcoming election.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Meet Kathy Kimberlin, Your Fremont District 3 Candidate
Three council seats are up for grabs in the upcoming election.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|
Naugatuck Planning Commission To Hold Public Hearing During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The Naugatuck Planning Commission is scheduled to meet on Oct. 5, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Meet Vipin Sharma, Your Fremont District 3 Candidate
Three council seats are up for grabs in the upcoming election.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Alameda, CA|
Meet Malia Vella, Your Alameda Mayoral Candidate
A new mayor will take the helm following the November elections.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|
Meet Tracy Jensen, Your Alameda Mayoral Candidate
A new mayor will take the helm following the November elections.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|
Meet James Maes, Your San Leandro Mayoral Candidate
A new mayor could take the helm following the November elections.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|
58 Hidden Orbs Still Up For Grabs In Kane County
The Great Orb Hunt has officially ended, but dozens of handcrafted glass and ceramic treasures are still waiting to be found at 3 locations.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Bel Air, MD|
23rd Annual MD State BBQ Bash Returns To Bel Air
Make plans to attend the 23rd annual MD State BBQ Bash this weekend in Bel Air with live music, activities, food and BBQ contests.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|
New Malden Attraction Puts A Different Spin On The Traditional Library
Two residents put their passion into something for the children of the community to enjoy.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|
Critic-Favorite Lucia Pizza Opens First Upper West Side Slice Shop
The family-inspired pizzeria brings hot honey slices, creamed spinach pies and a loyal following to Columbus Avenue near Lincoln Center.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Class B Liquor License For 307 N. Chicago Street? New Joliet Bar-Restaurant Called Picanha Y Fuego
The previous establishment, Azul Celeste, had a great reputation for its Mexican food and drinks, but never really captured excitement.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Ashburn, VA|
Loudoun County Master Detective Named VA Homicide Investigator Of The Year
A Loudoun County detective has been named Virginia Homicide Investigator of the Year for the second time.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Major Hotel Project For Wildomar Runs Into More Delays
The developer needs additional time to obtain financing for the project at 22720 Wildomar Trail, according to city documents.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Watchdog Sues Over DuPage Agency's Secret Reasoning In Ethics Case
Two forest preserve commissioners wore official name pins to Democratic events.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Beverly Hills, CA|
Meet Judith Manouchehri, Candidate For Beverly Hills Unified School District Board
Judith Manouchehri told Patch why she should be reelected to the Board of Education. The general election is on Nov. 3, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Student Taken Into Custody After Fight At Concord High School
The SRO chased the suspect around the neighborhood while a nurse treated a victim. Police took the suspect into custody near Holt Street.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Amity Chamber Candidate Forum In Orange To Feature State Senate And House Candidates
The Amity Chamber will host a free Oct. 15 candidate forum in Orange with state Senate and House candidates.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|
Long Valley BOE Eyes 4 New Buses, Utilities Presentation Planned
Tuesday's meeting will also include a presentation on the district's 2025-26 audit by Brian Ko of accounting firm Nisivoccia LLP.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Lack Of Funding Delays Construction On Permanent Facilities For Faith Bible Church In Wildomar
The church is continuing to hold services under a temporary tent.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Marissa Roy, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney
Marissa Roy told Patch why she should be elected as LA city attorney. The general election is on Nov. 3, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|
$1M Roof Replacement Grant Announced At Bensalem Fall Festival
Bensalem Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo joined other dignitaries to kick off festivities for the annual fall festival on Saturday.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Malibu, CA|
Meet A. Sam Dibaei, Candidate For Malibu City Council
A. Sam Dibaei told Patch why he should be elected to the Malibu City Council. The general election is on Nov. 3, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|
Berkeley Humane And Nine Lives Fly Kauaʻi Cats To Safety After Hurricane
"When another animal welfare organization is facing a crisis, we believe in showing up," the nonprofit's director said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Grayslake, IL|
Human Skull Found In Old U-Haul In Lake County: Police
The decades-old skull was discovered inside a military footlocker along with military memorabilia, authorities said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
$7.9M Condo Tops UES Luxury Real Estate Contracts
Ink has dried on 11 real estate contracts over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Here's How Long Beach Island Fared During Recent Nor'easter
The DEP released a report outlining the damage Jersey Shore beaches suffered during the nor'easter.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|
Electric Car Burned For Hours On I-580, Prompting SigAlert
An electric Hyundai was destroyed after a three-vehicle crash that closed lanes for more than three hours.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Yardley, PA|
Earned Income Tax Vote Set For Tuesday In Yardley
Yardley Borough Council will vote Tuesday night for an EIT to help offset rising financial costs.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Fires City Hall Official Who Urged Dome Of Unity, Data Center, Park Near Sex Offender Apartments
As of Oct. 5, the city of Joliet has not posted any job openings for the director of community development position.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
85 Santa Monica Properties In Flood Zone As Kelvin Wave Approaches
The city says it has heightened its awareness of increased coastal storm activity as Southern California braces for elevated sea levels.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|
MA Gov. Healey Declares Energy State Of Emergency, Launches 'Middle-Class' Heating Oil Rebate Program
Gov. Maura Healey said her executive action could make $680 available to 50,000 households that rely on oil for heat this winter.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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