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Lacey, NJ|
$45M YMCA Proposal To Go Before Lacey Voters
The referendum will ask voters whether Lacey should authorize $45 million in bonds for a YMCA facility.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Plug Uglies Owners Plan New Bar At Former Third Avenue Ale House
The owners of Plug Uglies say they'll give the longtime pub space a facelift while keeping it a welcoming neighborhood destination.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
Wonder To Open In West Hartford With 20+ Menus In One Order
The Memorial Road restaurant will allow diners to combine dishes from more than 20 menus in one dine-in, pickup or delivery order.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
Long Beach Is Set To Borrow $26 Million For Capital Projects. Here’s What The Money Will Be Spent On.
The City of Long Beach approved a plan to borrow $26 million for capital projects Tuesday night. See what's on the list of expenses here.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Lemont, IL|
Belmont Estates Development To Be Discussed At Lemont's Plan Commission Meeting On Wednesday
Wednesday's meeting will be held at the Lemont Township Community Center, 16300 Alba St., at 6:30 p.m.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|
CT Voters Say Affordability Tops Governor's Race As Zillow Warns Housing Supply Is Falling Behind
A new poll found affordability tops voters' concerns as Zillow points to Connecticut's housing shortage.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|
School Water Main Project To Impact Traffic In Guilford: Details
Traffic will be temporarily rerouted to minimize congestion in the work area.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
'A Day With A Detective' Offers Inside Look At Private Investigations
The Arlington Heights program will feature surveillance equipment, covert cameras and other tools used by licensed investigators.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Parking Overhaul: Higher Rates, New Restrictions Near Schools
Three ordinances introduced July 27 aim to address safety concerns and rising system costs.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport Historic District Commission To Review Multiple Demolition Permits
Commission will meet next week in an electronic session to consider historic preservation actions affecting several properties.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Suffolk Dispatcher Guides Pregnant Mom Giving Birth At Home In Reminder Of 'Critical Role' FRES Plays
Dispatchers are "the first, first responders" as their voices provide life-saving instructions, Commissioner Rudolph Sunderman says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
25,000 Pounds Of Food Delivered As Catholic Charities Of Fairfield County Preps New Stamford Facility
Catholic Charities Stamford: Home of New Covenant Center will combine all services Catholic Charities offers in the area under one roof.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|
NYC Comedy Night Supports Children With Disabilities
Thursday's comedy benefit will feature Tim Dillon, Mike Recine, Monroe Martin and Dr. Anthony Drew.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|
Bolingbrook Woman Hit Man With Wine Bottle, Punched 70-Year-Old In Face: Police
The incident happened in June at a Bolingbrook business.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|
First West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquitoes Found In Riverwoods
The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District said infection risk remains low but is increasing.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|
Washington Twp. Eagle Scout Improves Police HQ's Storage Area
The project required about 113 hours of planning and labor.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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Glenview, IL|
Men's Grooming Shop Hammer & Nails Opens In Glenview
The new Lehigh Avenue business offers haircuts, shaves, skin care and hand-and-foot treatments in a lounge-like setting.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Another Step For 'Transparent' Willow Springs Land Sale
In 2023, the Lyons Township High School board rushed the process, facing an angry public. Now, its president pledges a deliberate approach.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
9-Year-Old Resuscitated After Drowning At Pleasant Valley Pool In Bernards Township
Lifeguards pulled the child from the water, began lifesaving measures and he was taken to Morristown Memorial Hospital.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High Discipline Issues Fall By Third
However, the school saw an increase in drug and tobacco violations.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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East Hampton, NY|
1 Year After Designer Found Dead On Montauk Yacht, Family Set To File $50M Wrongful Death Suit: Court Docs
The suit accuses the boat's reported owner of causing the Irish fashion designer's death.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Suffolk Police Warn Against Break-Ins, Vehicle Thefts
The social media post from the Criminal Intelligence Section offers safety tips to residents to protect against the incidents.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|
Shake Shack Moving Next Door To Burger City Sparks Debate, But Owner Says Its Only Competition Is Itself
"We're going to focus on what we do," Jerard Roggio said as the family-owned burger shop prepares for a new neighbor just steps away.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Nashua, NH|
Local Man, Nicknamed ‘Joker,’ Accused Of Repeatedly Sexually Assaulting A Girl In Nashua, Milford
Abdiel Ross was arrested on sexual assault counts after incidents at a motel. Reports say the girl said she was 18 when she was actually 15.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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San Ramon, CA|
Masked Burglars Target Multiple Crow Canyon Plaza Businesses
Business owners say that several masked men smashed doors and stole money from their cash registers. Police are investigating.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Zoners Approve Railroad Street Bakery Expansion And Main Street Outdoor Bar
New Milford zoning officials approved a bakery expansion, outdoor bar and accessory building and extended two housing reviews.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
A Temecula Housing Project Shows Why CA Is Turning Away From Condos
Condominiums comprised just 3% of new housing added in the state between 2011 and 2021, and the numbers aren't improving.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme Conservation Commission Reviews Mile Creek Monitoring And Habitat Planning
Old Lyme conservation officials reviewed Mile Creek monitoring, environmental programs and plans for habitat mapping.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Northport, NY|
Remy And Bastian Removed From Habitat After Waiting Too Long: Northport Kitties Of The Week
The bonded pair became withdrawn after being overlooked by adopters and is now in foster care, where less people get to see them, NCRA said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|
New 24/7 Behavioral Health Crisis Center Opening In Loudoun County
Loudoun County's first behavioral health crisis center will open in Leesburg and is looking for staff.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Zippy, Cat Rescued From Parking Garage, Still Waiting: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
The green-eyed 2-year-old cat was found wandering through a Hempstead parking garage and is now waiting at Grateful Paw Cat Shelter.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Bauer Park Committee Plans Harvest Festival, Advances Disc Golf Outreach
Officials reviewed event planning, potential memorial plantings and outreach efforts during last week's meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
Village Voting On New Playground Equipment At Winnetka Elementary School
The village will consider whether to allow an exception to zoning rules to allow for a gaga ball pit at Greeley Elementary School.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale South Official Takes Heat From Athletic Groups
One leader called for the official's ouster, while another detailed "sad" dealings with him.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Globally-Renowned Heart Surgeon Joins Medical Team In South Jersey
Among his roles, Sultan held a leadership position within the American Heart Association.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Sen. Ben Allen Picks Up Major Endorsement In Insurance Race
The San Francisco Chronicle editorial board has backed Allen in California's insurance commissioner race.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Bloomfield, NJ|
Bloomfield Cracks Down On Rodent Activity: Here’s What Is Being Done
A battle against rat and mouse infestations continues in Bloomfield – here’s the latest update from the township.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|
No ID, No EBT Needed At These Free Produce Markets In Manhattan
Anyone can pick up free fresh fruits and vegetables at two open-air markets in Washington Heights and Fort George this month.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|
Baldwin Beach Club Property Cleared For Demolition As Neighbors Wonder What Comes Next
Baldwin Harbor residents called for the Town of Hempstead to act on the abandoned Oakwood Beach Club property at Tuesday’s town meeting.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Fosters Direly Needed For Influx Of Kittens At Harford Co. Shelter
Short- and long-term fosters are needed to help during kitten season, which has the Humane Society of Harford County brimming with babies.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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