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How To Tell Neighbors They Cannot Use Your Swimming Pool: Block Talk
A backyard pool can turn into a neighborhood free-for-all fast when one friendly invitation becomes an assumed free pass.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|
Nassau County Student Athlete Of The Week: Massapequa Pitcher Jack Scannapieco
This summer, Patch is looking back at the athletes who defined the 2025-26 sports seasons. Leading off is Massapequa's Jack Scannapieco.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
East Quogue Restaurant Reopens After May Fire + Dom's Chicken Fingers Opens: Weekly Business Round-Up
More: South Shore eatery closes / $140K fundraiser in Huntington
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Speed Cameras Coming To I-91 Work Zone In East Windsor
CTDOT says the automated work zone speed control equipment will be used for about two weeks during maintenance work on I-91.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Long Valley, NJ|
Long Valley To Consider $4.5M In Road, Fire Truck Bond Ordinances At Special Meeting
The special meeting is scheduled for Monday morning.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Luxury Mobile Bar Experience Rolls Into Montgomery
The women-owned, veteran-owned mobile bar business, Park Your Party, is more than a bar but an experience.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Selectmen To Consider Police Union Contract, Noise Variance Request
East Lyme selectmen will consider a police union contract, a noise variance and community funding on July 1.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|
New Weekly Live Music Series To Debut In July In Geneva
As part of the new series, four musicians will perform each Sunday through the end of September.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Moves Forward With Redevelopment Of Wonderland Site
The site was named an area in need of rehabilitation in a 5-2 vote Thursday.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Unhealthy To Compare Hinsdale Central, South: New Superintendent
He wants to develop "leagues of comparable schools" for gauging performance.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
RA Board Backs Expanded Advocacy Against Golf Course Redevelopment Proposal
Reston Association directors voted to draft a formal statement opposing redevelopment of Reston National Golf Course.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien Selectmen To Get Updates On Great Island, Ukraine Sister City Partnership
Here's a preview of the upcoming Darien Board of Selectmen meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Ellicott City, MD|
Renovated Ball Fields Feature Artificial Turf, Overhead Lights
The renovated ball fields at Centennial Park-West also were named in honor of Deputy Chief Administrative Officer A. Raul Delerme.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Not Making Cut: Hinsdale Central Practice Draws Concern
The principal explains why cuts are necessary in student activities.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Panel Debates How To Evaluate Future Police, Fire Facility Options
Ridgefield's Public Safety Facilities Committee debated evaluation criteria and public outreach for future facilities.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Falls Church, VA|
Fairfax School Board Renews Superintendent Michelle Reid's Contract Through 2030
Fairfax County School Board unanimously approved a new four-year contract for Superintendent Michelle Reid through 2030.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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McLean, VA|
Responsible Instructional Technology Resolution Unanimously Approved By Fairfax School Board
Fairfax school board unanimously approved a technology resolution as parents, students and educators urged faster limits on screens and AI.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
A Hinsdale Central-South Disparity? Panel Fails To Figure It Out
An official explained why the district cannot gauge the opportunity gap. South residents have long complained of a disparity.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Lost Hiker Rescued In Southington Near Lake Compounce: SFD: UPDATE
Southington firefighters and police searched for the lost hiker Thursday night.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|
Man On Parole 6 Weeks For Drug-Induced Homicide Caught Selling Drugs: Prosecutor
On parole for the drug death of a Hinsdale woman, the former Burr Ridge man is accused of selling crack cocaine to a confidential informant.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Oak Lawn, IL|
South Suburban Men Ordered Detained In Ambush of 16-Year-Old Oak Lawn Youth: Judge
“They drove to where they knew he’d be, that’s a threat,” the judge said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Police Search For Burglary Suspects In Redondo Beach
Residents are urged to be on the alert for suspicious activity in north Redondo Beach, where police set up a containment zone Thursday.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Rent Board Approves Two-Year Rent Freeze
The freeze affects rent-stabilized units across the City.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Dublin Freshman Wins 3rd At World's Largest Science Fair
Yookta Pandit won third place and $1200 at Regeneron for creating a wearable system that predicts epileptic seizures.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Lamorinda, CA|
Orinda Creekside Destination Rises Amid Hidden Fight
CreekHaus promises more energy for a sleepy corner of Orinda, but is also reigniting battles over public access to the project's namesake.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Students Pack Sandwiches For The Homeless
10 local volunteers affiliated with Busy Buzzy Bots helped pack over 100 sandwiches for a local homeless shelter.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|
Little Bar Forced To Remove Big Deck, A COVID Outdoor Dining Remnant In Palm Desert: Here's Why
The Big Deck at the Little Bar in Palm Desert is coming down on Monday. Here's the last time to enjoy it.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|
Residents Press State Senator On Affordable Housing At Town Hall In Summit
Residents and a state senator discussed New Jersey’s housing mandates and how they are shaping development in suburban communities.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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Temecula, CA|
Favored Italian Restaurant Closes With Final Temecula Salute!!
This favored Italian restaurant, which moved from Murrieta to Temecula, would serve its last guest Thursday night.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Developer Fights Back, Wants Big Hike In Bond
The developer says he cannot continue absorbing costs. A neighbor objects to the village's zoning process.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Healdsburg Barber Shop Builds Business Behind The Chair Through Relationships
A young entrepreneur turned a curiosity into a thriving barber shop in Healdsburg where community connections matter as much as haircuts.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|
Rohnert Park Grad Turns Barbershop Into Business Built On Relationships
A young Rohnert Park entrepreneur turned a curiosity into a thriving barber shop where community connections matter as much as haircuts.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Teaneck, NJ|
If You Hear Emergency Sirens In Teaneck Friday, Here's Why
You may hear 11 different sirens in Bergen County on Friday.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Danville Sophomore Wins National Debate Championship
Monte Vista sophomore Anadita Upadhyaya won 1st place in the 2026 National Speech & Debate Tournament, the school's first non-senior to win.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
33 RivCo Restaurant Health Closures: Arby's, Golden Corral, Starbucks, Golf Club Eatery
Health inspectors temporarily closed restaurants and food facilities across the county due to rodents, cockroaches and a lack of hot water.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Bernards Honors Morocco Team, Gives Key To Township During World Cup Stay
Township officials recognized Morocco's national team after it trained at Pingry School during FIFA World Cup 2026.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Westfield, NJ|
Westfield Bagel Shop Welcomes New NYC Competition Coming To Town
A longtime local favorite says it will keep its focus on quality and tradition as a new bagel shop prepares to open nearby.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|
'It Shouldn't Have Happened': Neighbors Press For Safety As Brick Teen's Family Seeks New Law
As neighbors push for safety improvements, Jackson Mueller's family seeks stiffer punishment for teen drivers in fatal hit-and-run crashes.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Plymouth-Whitemarsh, PA|
Activists Campaign Against Data Centers In Plymouth Twp. Ahead Of Thursday Meeting
The long awaited public hearing on the second Cleveland Cliffs proposal is Thursday night.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Battle Not Over: Park Officials Must Face City On Bandshell Plan
A split park board wants the bandshell near Wilder Mansion. Its own survey showed most reject the site.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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