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Oak Lawn, IL|
Bridgeview Brouhaha Blasts Off On Fourth Of July, Fireworks Shot At First Responders: Police
When people started shooting fireworks at first responders, Bridgeview police returned in an armored vehicle to break up the crowd.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Arson Investigating Garbage Truck Fire In Middle Island: Police
The early morning fire damaged a second truck, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
West Windsor, NJ|
West Windsor Arts' Summer Music And More Concert Series Returns This Month
Each event begins at 5 p.m. with an opening performance, followed by the featured act at 6 p.m.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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Sachem, NY|
Teen On Bicycle Struck By Vehicle On The 4th Of July In Selden: Police
The injury was non-life-threatening, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Poison-Resistant Mice And Rats Spread Across NYC, Study Finds
A new study suggests the future of pest control may depend less on poison than many New Yorkers expect.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|
Coroner IDs Woman Killed In Golf Center Parkway Pedestrian Crash
The identity of the 75-year-old woman who was struck and killed in Indio on the 4th of July was released.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Mahwah, NJ|
Teen Drunk Driver 'Catapulted Into The Air' On Route 17, Mahwah Police Say
A teen and his passenger flew off the Bergen County highway and hit the second floor of a building, police say.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Cherry Hill, NJ|
Cherry Hill Roads Reopen After Flooding, Officials Say
Traffic may build in these areas of the township.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Downers Grove To Vote On Ogden Avenue Car Dealership Redevelopment
The village will vote Tuesday on a redevelopment agreement and planned unit development for 330 E. Ogden.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Three Village, NY|
New Restaurant, Dim Sum Bloom With Robotic Food Preparation, Coming To Suffolk
Its signage describes it as the first Chinese restaurant to fully use stir-fry robots in New York.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Fairfax Planners To Review 1950 Roland Clarke Place Redevelopment Plan July 8
Fairfax planners will hold a July 8 hearing on a proposal to redevelop 1950 Roland Clarke Place in Reston with townhouses.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High Less Open On Finances Than Other Schools
Other schools regularly provide checkbook information in their public agendas. Lyons Township does not.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Suffolk Police Arrested 39 People In Connection With Drunken Driving Over The July 4th Holiday
The stats are derived from Thursday at 4 p.m. to Monday at 8 a.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|
Driver Injured After Vehicle Goes Off Road, Strikes Guardrail, NJ State Police Say
The crash occurred Monday morning on the Garden State Parkway in Holmdel, NJ State Police told Patch.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|
Driver Dies In Crash On Route 18 In Marlboro, Police Say
The crash occurred early Sunday at milepost 25.8, authorities said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
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Secaucus, NJ|
Bomb Threat Called In To World Cup Game At MetLife Stadium, Police Confirm
Secaucus Police Chief Dennis Miller confirmed his police department received a call threatening a bomb was at the stadium.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
'So Much Better': Lyons Township High Meals More Popular
The company details its lunch selections and shows participation rising.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
North Andover, MA|
Winery's Parking Plan To Be Reviewed At North Andover Hearing
The local farm is seeking to expand parking at its property.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Man Defends Mom In Darien Restaurant Fight: Cops
Police were called when a customer and employees scuffled after a drive-thru mishap, police said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|
2-Alarm Fire Incident, Involving 2 Homes, Breaks Out In Mount Sinai On July 4th: Police
UPDATE: They started at around 9 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
New Secondhand Children's Clothing Store Now Open In Norwalk
The store held its grand opening this week in Norwalk and has already received a great response from customers, according to the owner.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|
Plan To Build Data Centers On 70 CA Fairgrounds Triggers Backlash
American historic fairgrounds mix utility with nostalgia but a statewide tech-hub may be a step too far.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Brush Fire Breaks Out Near Dumpster On Main Street In East Patchogue: Police
No injuries were reported, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Port Jefferson, NY|
Residents Escape To Safety After Dryer Fire Starts Under Home In Port Jefferson: Police
It started at around 5 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
DWI Driver Hurt As Vehicle Rear-Ends Pick-up Truck In Mastic Beach Friday Night: Police
He was treated at NYU Langone Hospital - Suffolk in East Patchogue for a non-life-threatening injury, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Arson Squad Investigating Home Fire That Residents Escaped From In Ridge: Police
It happened at around 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Trees Topple During Heavy Thunderstorm In Hoboken
The National Weather Service weighed in on Friday night about whether a microburst hit Hoboken.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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West Orange, NJ|
McCartney Launches Reelection Campaign For West Orange Mayor
Susan McCartney has thrown her hat into the ring for West Orange’s increasingly competitive mayor race.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Medford, NY|
6 Taken To The Area Hospitals After Heat Sensors Trigger White Powder At Medford Gas Station: Police
The people went to local hospitals for treatment of trouble breathing and eye irritation, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
'Helping The Helpers': Businesses, Supporters Rally Around Nonprofit Project Fire Buddies In Time Of Need
Project Fire Buddies needed new HVAC units at its headquarters. Businesses and supporters stepped up to make it happen.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford Harbor Commission Reviews Dock Project, Plans Harbor Management Update
Waterford Harbor Commission reviewed a dock project, mooring updates and plans to revise the town's Harbor Management Plan.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Geneva, IL|
Nino's Italian Deli Brings New York-Style Sandwiches To Geneva
A born-and-raised New Yorker moved to Geneva and brought with him the flavors of the city in the form of stacked deli sandwiches.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Rent Controlled Apartments Face Wrecking Ball In Hoboken: Will Policies Change?
Hoboken's council pledged two years ago to address tenant protections in buildings marked for demolition. Has progress been made?
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|
LI Author Redefines Success After Years Of Mental Health Struggles
The Wheatley Heights native now works as a peer specialist, using his lived experience to help others through mental health recovery.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete Venezuelan Restaurant Collecting Medical Supplies For Earthquake Survivors
Carupano Kitchen, part of St. Pete's Foodie Labs, is collecting supplies for Venezuela's earthquake recovery, with a donation drive planned.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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Smithtown, NY|
Suffolk County Student Athlete Of The Week: Smithtown West’s Alyssa Lorefice
Alyssa Lorefice starred in basketball, lacrosse and volleyball at Smithtown West before committing to Rutgers.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
2 E-Bike Battery-Swapping Stations Green Lit By UES Board
E-bike battery swapping stations are electrified cabinets where e-bike riders can plug in dead batteries and pick up full ones.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Gary LeVox, Rascal Flatts Singer, Hangs Out At Hendo's Barrel House In Temecula
There's always a guy with a guitar in California. This time, it was Rascal Flatts' lead singer. But will he return to Hendo's in July?
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Moves Ahead With $4.2M Bond For Emergency Radio System
The ordinance would fund emergency radio equipment for Bridgewater agencies and set a public hearing next month.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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