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Vernon, CT|
Drunken Driving Arrests Skyrocketing In Vernon
Statistics show that DUI arrests are on the rise in Vernon in a big-time way.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Victim Of Oak Lawn Trailer Fire Dies
A deadly fire that killed a man in the Airway Mobile Home Community has been determined “accidental," the Oak Lawn fire chief says.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Willowbrook Chain Restaurant Shuts Doors
The chain has about 1,400 locations, including many in the Chicago suburbs.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Tequila Trouble In Elwood, 'Defendant Advised That If He Did Not Cooperate, He Would Be Tasered': Cops
Antonio Cid comes from South State Street Lockport. He spent three days in the Will County Jail but regained his freedom over the weekend.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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McLean, VA|
Data Center Developer Proposes Vienna Cloud Campus To Replace Tysons Office Complex
Serverfarm seeks Fairfax County approval to build a 316,000-square-foot data center on Quantum Drive, including a new public playground.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Restaurant Opening In La Grange; Liquor License Sought
The restaurant is Mexican and French-inspired, according to its website.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|
VIDEO: ‘Jesus Walks These Halls’: Massapequa Woman Defies Odds After Cancer, Ventilator Battle
After doctors removed her stomach and doubted she would survive, Roseann Iavarone left Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehab Center to applause.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
New DTLR Era Brings Reimagined Experience To Annapolis Mall
The DTLR sportswear brand is getting ready to hold a grand opening Wednesday at Annapolis Mall. Here's what you need to know.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Mayor On Restaurateur's Gambling Arrest
The owner will face "severe consequences" locally if he is found guilty, the mayor said. Meanwhile, the mayor will keep going to the eatery.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Wilmington's Auto Thief Cuts Off Ankle Monitor Leaves It Inside Mailbox: Prosecutors
Zachary Palmer is known around Wilmington for his daring crimes of stealing automobiles. Now he faces a petition to deny pretrial release.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Concierge Company Aims To Help Employers Welcome New Talent To Tampa Bay
A new concierge company is designed to support recruiting and HR teams as they hire and relocate talent to St. Pete and the Tampa Bay area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
More Info. About Homeless Apartment Building Coming To Woodbridge
The homeless apartment building coming to Hopelawn continues to be a topic of discussion in Woodbridge.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Inmate From IE Escapes State Custody, Search Continues
CDCR’s Office of Correctional Safety and local law enforcement agencies are assisting in the search.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|
Local Growers Open Their Doors For Loudoun Farm Tour
Loudoun County's biannual farm tour is coming up May 16 and 17.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|
$15.2M Condo Tops UWS Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on eight real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper West Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury Advances Charter Changes, Keeps Economic Development Commission
Simsbury selectmen have approved charter amendments for a November vote and voted to keep the EDC in the town charter.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
$15.2M Co-op Tops UES Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on 11 real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Philadelphia, PA|
How Knicks Fans So Successfully Trespassed In Philly
In one of America's greatest sports cities with a storied basketball history, the Knicks series is a referendum against owner Josh Harris.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Victim ID'd In Fatal Stamford Fire: Police
An investigation into the cause and origin of the May 8 fire is ongoing.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
'Mega Project Calculator' Claims Bears Stadium Would Erase Billions In School Funding
The Illinois Federation of Teachers have released an interactive online tool that shows how statewide tax code rewrites may impact schools.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
1 Injured In 2-Car Crash Near Fox River Bridge In Cary: Police
A woman was taken to the hospital following the collision, police said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Oak Brook Pays $2M To Settle Sex Harassment Claims
One woman alleged a top official touched her genitalia, chest and buttocks over her clothes.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Health Insurance Spike Avoided As Westfield Schools Eye Expenses
District Holds Down Costs Despite Statewide 30–35% Premium Increases
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
Shopping Center Days Away From Opening New Store
J.Crew Factory is getting ready to open up shop this week at the Festival at Riva shopping center in Annapolis.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Speed Limit Concerns Raised In Bridgewater, Petition Launched By Residents
Township Officials have reached out to Somerset County about East Main Street, where the speed limit goes from 40 mph to 25 mph.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
Curebound CEO Shares Personal Cancer Journey Ahead Of P!nk Concert Fundraiser
The multi-Grammy Award-winning artist will headline the philanthropic organization's signature benefit concert.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
Prince William County Wrestling Trainer Charged With Soliciting A Minor Online
The accused coach was working at a Prince William County high school as recently as March.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Westfield Going Electric? Pilot Program Set For Summer
Westfield will pilot battery-powered landscaping equipment as officials consider possible future restrictions on gas-powered tools.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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Manchester, CT|
Mother's Day Turns Special For A Duck And Ducklings After Rescue By Manchester Firefighters
A daring duck rescue was pulled off by MFD Engine 7 Sunday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Weighs Time Restrictions Instead Of Leaf Blower Ban
Ridgefield officials discuss leaf blower restrictions, weighing time limits and seasonal rules over a gas-powered ban
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Suspect In Arlington Felony Hit And Run Case Faces Federal Illegal Entry Charge
A federal grand jury indicted Edison Antonio Ramirez Guerra for illegal reentry following his arrest for a felony hit-and-run in Arlington.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Boutique Camden Road Expands To Madison With Second Store
Elizabeth Vinhal said Camden Road now has two stores, with expanded denim, jewelry and local fundraising efforts.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Arrest At West Jefferson Street Restaurant, Joliet Police Take Man To The Ground: Cops
During a search, officers located a pipe commonly used for smoking narcotics in Christopher Esbensen’s possession, police said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Arrest Made After Basinger's Pharmacy Employee Hits The Panic Button, Joliet Police Arrive Quickly
Talib Muhammad, 53, of Chicago, had entered the store and attempted to leave with several items without paying for them, Joliet police said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Chick-fil-A Opening Update In Bridgewater, Hiring In Process
The much-anticipated new location of Chick-fil-A is getting closer to opening off Route 202 in Bridgewater.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|
Bittersweet Final Commencement Ends 67-Year Era Of Trinity Christian College
Trinity Christian College goes out with prayers, cheers, tears and a fireworks show at Ozinga Field for its final graduation.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Deerfield, IL|
Deerfield High Names Alumnus New Head Boys Basketball Coach
Jack DiMatteo, a 2013 Deerfield graduate, succeeds retiring coach Dan McKendrick after serving on staff since 2022.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Coroner IDs Baby Found Unresponsive At Daycare Who Later Died: Authorities
The 4-month-old baby boy has been identified as Cameron Morris of Woodstock, authorities said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
RA Celebrates Completion Of Hook Road Ballfield Improvements
Reston Association hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday to unveil safety and accessibility upgrades at the Hook Road ballfields.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Premier Pittsburgh Hair Stylist Dies
He was one of the most famous stylists in Pittsburgh. His death was announced by his daughter.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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