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Arlington Heights, IL|
District 214's Jeremy Morton Earns Top Illinois Theatre Honor
The Prospect High School theatre director was among eight people and organizations recognized statewide by the Illinois Theatre Association.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Officers Probing Report Of Shots Fired In Bellport: Police
It happened on Meade Avenue at around 11:30 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|
$550M Aviation Campus Breaks Ground At Chicago Executive Airport
Sky Harbour’s 16-acre project is expected to open in early 2028 with four private hangars for business aircraft.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|
17-Year-Old Charged With DWI After Car Crashes Into Home In Coram: Police
No one was hurt, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Leader Accuses Local Conservative Of Politicizing 9/11
The conservative, backed by some state GOP leaders, criticized Muslims and Hinsdale's 9/11 ceremony.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Side Of House, Parked Vehicle Struck By Bullets In Mastic Beach: Police
It happened at around 1 a.m. on Sunday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Shared-Services Study Now Has A Price And Timeline
The town and school district would split the cost of a review that could lead to combined administrative operations.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
East Windsor High School Roof May Have Only 3 Years Left
Town and school officials are reviving plans for a combined middle-high school campus.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
$4M Cleanup Could Clear Way For 156 Enfield Apartments
The riverfront development is planned for the former power plant property beside Enfield’s future train station.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Consumer Alert Issued For Popular Pittsburgh Mall Restaurant
The Allegheny County Health Department found some disturbing things at a well-known restaurant at a Pittsburgh mall.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|
Man Wins $100K In Mendham Carnival Raffle
The annual 50/50 raffle generated a $200,000 prize pool, with proceeds benefiting youth sports programs and community organizations.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Neighbors Help Residents Escape Bridgewater House Fire
Firefighters from all over Somerset County came to help extinguish the fire on Sunday.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Downers Grove, IL|
'Abandoned' Gym Trashed During Break-In: Downers Grove Police
Police say the suspects appear to have posted a video online showing them inside the closed gym.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Man, 67, Breaks Into Burr Ridge Million-Dollar Home: Police
The man slammed his shoulder several times into the door, authorities said. Jewelry was reported stolen.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Restaurateur's Release Terms Loosened, Faces Gambling Charges
The businessman has shown "unblemished compliance" with the federal court's terms, his lawyer said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Westwood-Hillsdale, NJ|
Stars Of 'Real Housewives Of NJ' Celebrate Gia Giudice's Restaurant Opening In Bergen County: See Photos
Jersey City resident Gia Giudice held a party for her new restaurant in Bergen County, and the Real Housewives came out: See photos
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Toms River, NJ|
Search For Suspect In Fatal Wawa Shooting In Toms River Continues
Authorities were in the Toms River neighborhood of Douglas Cobb, who is sought in the fatal shooting of Bruce Gress, a source said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
South Lakes Improves To 4-0 With 28-6 Win Over West Potomac
South Lakes stayed unbeaten with a 28-6 win over West Potomac as Christian Wyatt accounted for three touchdowns.
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield TPZ To Continue Discussion On Possible Smoke Shop Ban
The commission will review a proposed tobacco shop ban and hear land-use applications this week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Cris Bell Out As Tuscaloosa County High Football Coach
Patch has confirmed that Cris Bell has resigned as head football coach at Tuscaloosa County High School
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
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Tuscaloosa, AL|
Tuscaloosa Remembers Alberta Advocate, Animal Lover And Council President Kip Tyner
Here's what those around Tuscaloosa had to say following news that longtime City Councilor Kip Tyner died Friday.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Homeless Teen Racks Up Theft Charges In Concord, Fails To Appear At Court Hearing, Court Docs Say
Previously of Epsom, Genevieve Evangeline Harriman has several active cases after incidents at Cumbies, the Concord Mart, and Hannaford.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|
Artist Brings Women's 'Untold Stories' To ArtWalk Carlsbad
San Diego artist Denise Rudy is among more than 150 artists showcasing their work at the free two-day festival this weekend.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Long Island Sports Spotlight: Whitman Senior Represents Team USA At Taekwondo Worlds
Preston Park is representing Team USA in South Korea/a new chapter for a Jericho basketball coach/a tribute to an East Islip soccer star.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
Lights, Camera, Action! Casting Call For Locals To Appear In New Netflix Comedy Filming On Shelter Island
Here's how to sign up for your 15 minutes of fame.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Massive King Harbor Breakwater Undergoing $6.8M Repair
Accelerating damage prompted the first major repairs since 1999, with new armor stones weighing as much as 20 tons.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Banning's Outlook 'Remains Negative,' City Says Following Credit Agency's Report
The city said both reports from S&P "identify a path back to a stable outlook."
Corey Washington, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|
ATL Attorney To Be Featured On 'Survivor': Here's Her Story
An Atlanta-based criminal defense attorney will put her resilience and strength to the test on a new season of "Survivor 51: Open Era."
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
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Across Maryland, MD|
New MD Crime Laws Take Effect This October: 6 Changes To Know
From AI deepfakes to juvenile reform, several new crime laws will reshape Maryland’s rules. See what measures take effect on Oct. 1, 2026.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
9 South Bay Sites Set For California Coastal Cleanup Day Saturday
Volunteers will fan out from Manhattan Beach to the Palos Verdes Peninsula Saturday for California's largest annual volunteer event.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Coastal Cleanup Crews Head To Storm-Battered Santa Monica Beaches
Volunteers will tackle beaches and waters beneath Santa Monica Pier on Saturday, weeks after Hurricane Marie reshaped the city’s shoreline.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
LTHS Senior's Community-Wide Project Collects Hundreds Of Backpacks
LTHS student Ollina Thompson had the idea for Hope On Their Shoulders a few weeks before the school year started.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield ECDC Seeks Sugar Hollow District Plan, Reviews Route 7 Traffic Safety Ideas
Ridgefield's ECDC is seeking a Sugar Hollow district plan while reviewing Route 7 traffic ideas and commercial development.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Coffee Shop Etiquette For Remote Workers Who Stay For Hours [The Question]
A cup of coffee may buy the Wi-Fi, but how long does it buy the table? Is it OK to take your laptop to the coffee shop and stay for hours?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Basking Ridge, NJ|
$82M In Needed Construction Estimated At Bernards Township Schools
A Sept. 28 BT Connect meeting will begin community discussion on school capital needs and financing options.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Added To Federal Conservation Funding Area
The town can now compete for federal money to protect open space, wildlife habitat and water resources.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Tuscaloosa, AL|
Alabama Supreme Court Rejects DCH's Appeal In Ada Doss Wrongful Death Lawsuit
The Alabama Supreme Court has rejected an attempt by the DCH Health Care Authority in the Ada Doss wrongful death civil case.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Nashua, NH|
Man Accused Of Torturing A Dog By Piercing It With A Sharp Object In Nashua: Court Report
Adrian Antonio Baez-Paulino faces felony animal cruelty and criminal trespass charges after an incident on Tolles Street Wednesday night.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
Earn Cash Back At Appliance Recycling Event Saturday In Columbia
Residents can recycle working small appliances Saturday at a drop-off event and earn a $50 reward.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|
Marin Firefighter To Run Marathon To Support Families Of Fallen First Responders
The firefighter paramedic is raising money to assist families of officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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