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Syosset, NY|
Historic Milleridge Inn Cottage Closed After Fire, Weddings And Events May Be Affected
The Jericho property is closed until further notice after an electrical fire, potentially affecting scheduled weddings and events.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford Selectmen Approve $200K Emergency Reserve For Water System
Waterford selectmen approved a $200,000 water system reserve and voted 2-1 to declare a town mower surplus property.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Northbrook Village Board Condemns Antisemitic Graffiti As Police Investigate
The Village Board issued its condemnation the same day swastikas were reported near a Northbrook place of worship.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High Fight Draws Police: School
The school said it was working closely with the La Grange Police Department.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
How 10 Northern CT Town Budgets Stack Up For 2026-27
Spending changes range from a 0.4 percent cut in Somers to a 5.7 percent increase in South Windsor.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
'A Community Hero': Upper East Side Leader Rita Popper Dies At 87
Remembered as a "force," Popper spent decades fighting for tenants, parks and public spaces on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater's Sewer System Challenges, Costs Linked To Stormwater
Township officials outlined pump station upgrades, a no-cost river siphon project and a planned 2027 funding request.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
Data Centers Banned In East Brunswick, Environmental Group Applauds Move
Food and Water Watch says East Brunswick is now one of more than 50 New Jersey towns to block the facilities.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Must Prepare For Amazon Drones: Village Officials
The village should consider rules as Amazon expands its drone service around the country, the officials said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
Girl's Encounter With Driver In Parking Lot Alarms Parents: New Lenox Police
A mother was concerned when the driver of a truck with out-of-state plates yelled at her daughter Monday evening, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
New Manhattan Beach Home Sparks Setback Fight
Neighbors have pushed back against plans to build a new home closer to the street than normally allowed.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|
What Will Fall Weather Be Like In CT? NOAA Releases Seasonal Outlook
The latest three-month forecast offers an early look at what Connecticut residents can expect as summer gives way to fall.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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Clinton, CT|
Clinton Council Seeks More Landfill Oversight Bids, Reviews Waterside Lane Bridge Project
Clinton seeks more bids for landfill oversight as the Town Council reviews bridge plans, finances and a new economic development hire.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Staying Cool, While 'Bringing Back Some Memories, As The Shirley Drive-In Facebook Page Continues To Explode
"And, I always say I made the first meme for Long Island. It's been known, but people don't say it. I got a lot of hype."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Los Alamitos-Seal Beach, CA|
Coast Highway Crash Seriously Injures Pedestrian, Shuts Down Street In Seal Beach: Police
The crash happened Thursday night when Seal Beach Police officers responded to reports of a severe traffic crash on Coast Highway.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|
Lifeguards, Residents Rescue Raccoon From North Shore Waters
A raccoon got the save of its life after becoming trapped above the bay, prompting residents and lifeguards to spring into action.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Palos, IL|
Summer Storms Leave Elsie's Pantry In Dire Need Of Non-Perishable Food Donations
Elsie's Pantry at Savior Divine Lutheran Church in Palos Hills seeks non-perishable food donations to fill empty shelves and empty stomachs.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Park Board Warned Of 'Repercussions' With Bandshell Referendum
Members stick with their lawyer's advice and reject a citizen petition. Two dissent.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|
Farmington Manufacturer Planning Move To Bristol
The company, currently located in Farmington, is seeking approval for a 29,500-square-foot facility in Bristol.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
Bergen County Man Pulled Knife On Woman, Spat At Police: Cops
A Bergen County man was jailed on nine charges after he pulled a knife on a woman and fought with police, cops said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood, PA|
Lower Merion School Board Member Resigns After Theft Charges
Jennifer Rivera misused over $50K of her former employer's funds on vacations, Amazon purchases and Bar Mitzvah filming, officials say.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
West Village, NY|
New Eatery, Floradora, Set To Open In West Village
The restaurant will open at 205 Thompson Street on Thursday, August 27.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Beverly Hills, CA|
Acclaimed Israeli Chef Eyal Shani Brings Malka To Beverly Hills
Chef Eyal Shani's kosher concept will debut at SIXTY Beverly Hills with signature dishes and California-inspired additions.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|
South Brunswick Eyes Fall Timeline For AI Classroom Guidelines
District officials said a consistent, districtwide policy on AI use in classrooms could arrive as soon as this school year.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Man Threw Rock At Car, Caused $4K In Damages, Cops Say
The alleged incident earlier this month led to the suspect's arrest, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|
St. Mary's School, Communities Rally Around Kindergartener After Medical Emergency
Orazio Castelli suffered a sudden seizure Aug. 22, caused by an underlying condition. He remains hospitalized in recovery.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport Boards To Review Signage Proposals For Main Street, Post Road East
The Historic District Commission and Architectural Review Board are scheduled to meet next week to examine two downtown applications.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
No Flock Cameras In Princeton, Police Chief Confirms
The department does use license plate reader technology, but with safeguards, Solovay said.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Bel Air, MD|
Passing Stopped School Bus Can Bring Big Fine For Harford Co. Drivers
As kids head back to school, Harford Co. drivers are reminded of the fines associated with passing a stopped school bus, speeding in zones.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
NoVA Leaders Debate Data Centers, Metro Funding And Affordable Housing
Four Northern Virginia leaders discussed data centers, transportation and housing during a regional summit at George Mason University.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
License Plate Cameras Could Go Dark In Mill Valley Over Privacy Concerns
Residents questioned who controls data collected by the system and why more cameras appeared online than city leaders had approved.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
New Photos Released Of Soon-To-Open Plainfield Woodman's
Plainfield's new grocery store — and Woodman's 21st — is still on track to open this year.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Northbrook, IL|
Northbrook Swears In Marc Fainman As Village's 25th Police Chief
The longtime Northbrook officer and Glenbrook North graduate says officer wellness and the new police facility will be priorities.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor THC Drink Maker Seeks Approval For Taproom
The business wants to serve its nonalcoholic, hemp-derived brews at its Hayden Station Road production facility.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Reveals Proposed Sewer Rates
Residential users would pay a $535 annual flat fee, while businesses would be charged based on usage.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Approves 9-Month Development Moratorium
The pause took effect Aug. 12 and covers multifamily housing, larger subdivisions and certain commercial projects.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Mahwah, NJ|
Guitar Great Les Paul's Family Furious Over Demolition Of NJ Home
Eddie Van Halen and Jimmy Page visited a NJ home to learn from guitar inventor Les Paul. But the home and workshop were just demolished.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Dog Park Proposed At Suffield Park
The plan remains under review as officials consider environmental concerns, maintenance costs and feedback from nearby residents.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
Flashing-Beacon Crosswalk Planned Near South Windsor Elementary School
The Avery Street crossing would receive new warning lights, accessible ramps and other safety improvements.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Wants A Robot To Paint Its Athletic Fields
The GPS-guided machine would help maintain town property.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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