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Across America, US|
When Political Signs, Profanity And Property Rights Collide: Block Talk
Free speech can get salty at the property line. What can be done about political signs that provoke and offend? Your kids see those, too.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Across Maryland, MD|
8 New Maryland Laws Take Effect On Oct. 1, 2026: What To Know
New rules include changes to gun buybacks, rental screenings, and child care checks. Here’s what Marylanders need to know for Oct. 1.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|
Palos Hills Women Gets 5 Years For Forging Prescriptions For 251,137 Assorted Opioids
Amani Ibrahim, 48, is alleged to have taken part in a conspiracy to acquire and sell assorted opioids using physicians' stolen information.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Durham-Middlefield, CT|
Durham Finance Board Backs Up To $12,720 For Fire Hose Replacement
Durham finance officials backed up to $12,720 for new fire hoses and reviewed year-end finances and capital projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Highland Park, IL|
Highland Park Author Chris Johnson Debuts First Novel 'In The Heart Of The Woods'
Johnson's new novel follows four children whose time in the woods shapes identity and purpose.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Renews Commitment To 'Never Forget' At Moving 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Greenwich marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with a remembrance ceremony at Cos Cob Park on Friday.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Burke, VA|
14 Adaptive Boxers To Compete For 5 Titles At Burke Showcase
Fourteen adaptive boxers will compete in seven fights, including five title bouts, Saturday at the Burke Fire Hall.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Smyrna-Vinings, GA|
New Private School To Open In GA: Here's Where
Patch spoke with the owner of a new childhood education center, which will aim to support parents and teach young children in Georgia.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
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Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|
Broadway’s Next Generation Takes Over NYC For One Night
The one-night showcase brings rising talent and Broadway veterans together in an unusually intimate setting.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
'It May Be Necessary To Raise A Defense Of Insanity,' Gunfire Hit Senator Meg Cappel's Shorewood House
Dana Thompson of Chicago, has remained in Will County's Jail since Sept. 17, 2025. She and her public defender want to explore insanity.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|
Injuries Reported In 3-Vehicle Crash On I-55 In Bolingbrook: State Police
All northbound lanes were closed while police responded to the crash. Lanes have since reopened.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Ledyard, CT|
Ledyard Cemetery Committee Plans Expanded Cemetery Records, Assistance At Woodbridge Cemetery
Ledyard plans wider access to cemetery records, maintenance help at Woodbridge Cemetery and new preservation efforts.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Across America, US|
Take Off Your Shoes, But Don’t Make Guests Bare Their Soles [The Question]
A no-shoes rule may keep floors clean, but readers say hosts should tread carefully when comfort, health and dignity are at stake.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Hermosa Beach, CA|
DUI Checkpoint Planned Friday Night In Hermosa Beach
Police said the checkpoint will operate from 7 p.m. Friday until 3 a.m. Saturday at an undisclosed location.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
9/11, 25 Years Later: The 'Missing' Posters That Haunt Me Still
For all of us who watched the horror unfold on our televisions on 9/11, 25 years ago, the memories are forever just a heartbeat away.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
150-Unit Oxford Apartment Proposal Heads To Public Hearing
The Little River Apartments plan calls for 150 units on Oxford Road, including 45 apartments designated as affordable.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Perry Hall, MD|
Baltimore Co. Trade Program Sets Sights On Tackling Youth Crime
Students can learn skilled trades and financial literacy for free in a pilot program its backers want to expand countywide.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Lacey Township Backs State Data Center Moratorium
Town officials supported a state moratorium resolution as residents pressed for a local ordinance on data centers.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
17-Year-Old Girl Shot In Possible Gang-Related Attack In Long Beach
The girl was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after the Wednesday evening shooting, police said.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|
NJ Rideshare Drivers Want To Hit Brakes On Robotaxi Revolution: ‘We Are Not Machines’
These workers say they want more job protections before New Jersey lawmakers start clearing the way for driverless cars.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Salem, MA|
$1 Million State Grant Salvages Salem Skipper Rideshare Service
The discount Witch City rideshare program launched in 2020 was set to cease operations on Sept. 30.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
DuPage Settles Excessive Force Claims Against Sheriff Candidate
A man alleged deputy repeatedly bashed his head on the ground after he submitted to arrest. The county disputed the claims.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
Family Of Hero Retired NYPD Cop, 9/11 1st Responder, Hoping For Help On His Way To Recovery
"I was there from hour one, when the airplane went over my car, and we shot down there, and we stayed down there for the rest of the night."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Convicted Homeless Stalker Racks Up Assault, Disorderly, And Breach Charges In Concord: Follow-Up
Jeffrey Gardner was accused of swinging a bag at a teenager who refused to give him money downtown; across 4 weeks, he was arrested 7 times.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Alameda, CA|
Oakland Police Pilots Accused of Faking Flight Tests to Get FAA Certified
Police said the two officers are on administrative leave "pending the outcome of the case."
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Fentanyl Conspiracy Suspect Set For Plea Hearing In Arlington-Linked Federal Case
A suspect accused in a major fentanyl trafficking conspiracy investigated by Arlington police is scheduled for a federal plea hearing.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|
Centuries Of Indian Art Come Together At New Peninsula Boutique
The boutique will showcase traditional and contemporary works while offering family programs when it opens.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|
Novato's Oldest Stories Are 8,000 Years Old, And You Can Hear Them For Free Next Week
The chair of the Friends of Olompali will take the audience through centuries of history at the Novato Historical Guild's quarterly meeting.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Chicago, IL|
Bears Open 2026 Season In Carolina As Ben Johnson Looks For Fast Start
Chicago begins the regular season Sunday against the Panthers, with several injury questions still to sort out before kickoff.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Finance Board Approves $200,000 Transfer For Bethmour Road Culvert Project
Bethany approved $200,000 for the failed Bethmour Road culvert as officials projected a $274,943 year-end surplus.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
SoHo-Little Italy, NY|
Blood Drive In Soho Will Support Sickle Cell Patients, Raise Awareness For Disease
The event will be held on Monday, September 14.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
New Cherry Hill Childcare, Education Facility On The Way
This is the second Lightbridge Academy location in the township.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Man Jailed For 3rd Time In 2026 For Violating Stalking Order From Joliet Neighbors: Complaint
Labor Day weekend marked the third time that 64-year-old Kazimierz "Casey" Zaborski has been put in Will County Jail by Joliet police.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
How To Grow Housing In Orange? Selectmen Searching For Solutions…
Orange selectmen formed a housing growth working group and approved $28,325 in tax refunds and three agreements.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Mayor Breaks Down 3-Year $423K Software Contract
Mayor Catherine Payne said the switch is aimed at reliability, public records access and flat long-term costs.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
How To Negotiate Your Rent In NYC Before Renewing Your Lease
Manhattan rents finally dipped after eight straight months of increases, offering a small break as apartment supply remains tight.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Drug Dealing Defendant Also Distributed Ketamine, Will County Prosecutors Outline In Complaint
Joliet police booked Daniel Stern into the Will County jail early Thursday morning. He remains in jail awaiting his first court hearing now.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Redevelopment Of Wonderland Site Continues To Be Discussed In Ocean City
Council entered a closed session on pending litigation and possible litigation counsel as residents weighed in.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
Remembering The Montgomery Co. Residents Who Died On 9/11
25 years later, the nation has not forgotten.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
Founding Fathers Opens New Multi-Purpose Headquarters In Prince George's
Founding Fathers has opened its full-service catering and events company in District Heights where they roast coffee, bake and more.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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