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Norwalk, CT|
Rare Blue Lobster, Parrot Among New Animals At The Maritime Aquarium In Norwalk: PHOTOS
Guests can now see several new animals at the aquarium, including a rare blue lobster, a yellow-crowned Amazon parrot and more.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
'Book Bank' Breaks Barriers, Brings New Life To Stories For Cherry Hill Children
The new Melrose Avenue location distributes thousands of books in the area.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
'For Our Boy': Nearly 2,000 Shirts Sold, Community Support Overflows For Family Of Late New Lenox Teen
Brennen Saele's family hopes fans will drench the football stands in a sea of red Oct. 2, in honor of the 17-year-old who died Sept. 19.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
De Ferranti Raises $31.8K In Arlington County Board Race
Arlington County Board candidates reported nearly $44,823 in 2026 contributions through Aug. 31.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Frankfort, IL|
Frankfort's Hickory Creek Softball Team Takes Third Place At State
In the third-place game, Hickory Creek defeated Geneseo, 7-1.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Potomac, MD|
Cashmere Pop-Up Shop Eyes October Opening In MoCo
The Cashmere Sale will open in Montgomery County's Potomac Woods Shopping Center this October for the holiday shopping season.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Wyckoff, NJ|
Bergen County Dad And Cookie Baker Desperately Seeks Kidney Donor
A Bergen County father and business owner is seeking a kidney donor, while hooked up to dialysis machines for 11 hours a night.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Central, South Enter Nvidia AI Partnership, Firm At 'Forefront Of Safety'
Nationwide scrutiny of AI and data centers has increased since the district started eyeing the program.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
VIDEO: Thrown Out Of The Rocks, He Begged Joliet Police To Take Him Into Custody, 'They're Not My Friends'
Joliet police officers were dispatched to 1500 Essington Road for a report of an unwanted person who was attempting to fight bar security.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Elgin, IL|
Community Solar More Than Doubles In IL As Kane Co. Project Powers Up
More than 40,000 subscribers now participate in community solar statewide as new projects continue to come online.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Londonderry, NH|
Man From Londonderry Faces Child Sexual Abuse, Dissemination Of Private Image Charges
James Nicholas Steeves was arrested by police after a multi-week investigation into an incident from July involving a former girlfriend.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
'Play For Meg': Softball Tourney Fundraiser To Benefit Beloved Tinley Woman, 37, In Breast Cancer Fight
Former bartender and paraeducator Meg Malito is loved by many. An Oct. 3 softball tournament at Ozinga Field will raise funds for her.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Shorewood, IL|
Dangerous Youth On E-Bikes Overtake Minooka School Bus: Shorewood Police Deeply Concerned With Minooka Teens
Shorewood police applauded the administration of Minooka CCSD 201 for completely prohibiting these devices on all school campus grounds.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Tredyffrin-Easttown, PA|
Long School Bus Rides, Driver Shortage Plaguing Tredyffrin-Easttown Schools
A 2nd-grader's parent says her son's bus drops him off up to 90 minutes after class dismisses. They live just over a mile away from school.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Lacey Backs Opposition Of State Sanctuary Law Bills
Committee members said the measure targets state laws they believe could limit law enforcement communication.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange Town Budget Still Needs Final Vote, Tax Hike Likely
West Orange remains without a finalized municipal budget as it heads into October.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Milford, CT|
Milford School Officials Flag Major Cost Increases Ahead Of New Budget
School officials are developing the 2027-28 budget.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
‘Big Impact In Small Packages’: Mill Valley Remembers Beloved Mother, Cashier
The woman, who worked at the store for more than 30 years, was killed with her dog in a crash, police said.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
A Divided City Council Backed A New Bay Area Transit Tax Despite Worries On Oversight In Redwood City
Supporters framed the sales tax as a lifeline for Caltrain and SamTrans, while one councilmember warned residents.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|
1 In 3 Marin Pet Owners Can’t Cover A $1,000 Emergency, Study Says
Many local pet owners surveyed also said they are unsure of their pet’s biggest breed-related health risk.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Schools Face State Aid Squeeze As Property Values Climb, Superintendent Says
Superintendent Michael Volpe's presentation outlined how property values and fixed costs factor into Hillsborough school budget pressure.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Council Shares Wonderland Update
Ocean City officials said a rear-area wall collapse prompted city action and that Wonderland negotiations are continuing.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
West Bloomfield, MI|
New Greek Restaurant Opening In Oakland County Next Week
The restaurant honors a late Detroit restaurateur, who helped build Detroit's historic Greektown.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Tax Hike Still Likely In Delayed Belleville Town Budget
Belleville remains without a finalized municipal budget as it heads into October.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|
Hazlet Man To Run Multiple Marathons For St. Jude Children’s Hospital
The longtime Hazlet resident has already raised over $250,000 for the hospital. This year, he’s aiming to raise even more.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Stepping Back From Openness At Hinsdale District 86
AI is the district's new reason to eliminate a 13-year-old online records log.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Nutley Says It Has Saved Taxpayers Money By Partnering With School District
A shared service agreement is funding crucial school upgrades without putting the financial burden on local homeowners, officials say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Man Taken Into Custody In Secaucus SWAT Standoff
The man was taken into custody, Secaucus Police announced at 4 p.m.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury High Reports Gains In Rankings, AP Participation; But Also Absenteeism Issue
SHS officials went before the board of education last week and gave an in-depth presentation on the school's academic standing.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Owner To Reopen Everest Asian Fusion As Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar In Downers Grove
Everest Fusion, which opened in March, will be replaced by a crab boil concept restaurant with the same owner.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Murder At Joliet House Party Along Maple Road: This Week's Jury Trial Is Not Going To Happen After All
There were approximately 20 to 25 people attending the party in the 1500 block of Joliet's Maple Road when Leelinn Fox was slain.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Pottstown, PA|
New Connecting Piece Of Schuylkill River Trail Near Pottstown Complete
Riders, runners, and wanderers now have a clear pathway for 70 miles from Philadelphia to Reading.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Granby-East Granby, CT|
Lawsuit Blames Crowded Granby Pool For Teen’s Death
The lawsuit alleges High Meadow exceeded the pool’s capacity and failed to provide adequate supervision during a June field trip.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Psychiatrist's Medical License Revoked; Disciplinary Hearing Continues
Connecticut regulators revoked his medical license over improper prescriptions for personal use and professional standard violations.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor Sets Hearing On Removing Flock Cameras
Residents will get another chance to weigh in as town officials consider the future of eight automated license plate readers.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|
Romeoville Grandmother Abused 2 Grandchildren For Years: Police
A teen who ran away had injuries consistent with abuse, as did his younger sibling, according to Romeoville police.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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East Brunswick, NJ|
Who Pays For A $100K Water Main Break? East Brunswick Is Waiting To Find Out
Officials say the township may put a lien on the property if the bill isn't paid.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Contractor Accused Of Taking $42,000 In Payments For Work Never Done In Fairfield: Police
The suspect, a Trumbull resident, was contracted to do exterior siding and window renovations, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Tax Hike Likely In Hinsdale District 86, Athletic Upgrades Eyed
The district wants to go nearly $80 million into debt to pay for projects.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
East Windsor, NJ|
35 Strangers, 1 Long Table: East Windsor Dinner Aims To Help Adults Make Friends
A new dinner series at East Windsor's Kochi Indian Cuisine is built for people to attend without knowing anyone yet.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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