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Across Massachusetts, MA|
2026 MA Elections: Question 7 Would Implement State Minimums For Housing Construction
The proposal would allow, by right, the construction of single-family homes on any lot of 5,000 square feet with municipal utilities.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Watchung-Green Brook, NJ|
Somerset County Entrepreneur Takes Dirty Soda Trend On The Road In NJ
Green Brook local Mike Pacheco said Ridin' Dirty brings customized sodas to schools, parties and local fundraisers.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
Manhattan Beach Eyes Taller Buildings At 2 Prime Downtown Sites
Proposed zoning changes could allow taller buildings at two city-owned sites, with new rules for rooftop structures and parking.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete Paranormal Museum To Host Preview Event
A paranormal investigator is opening The Museum of Haunted History in a 1939 St. Petersburg bungalow. Get a first look at it this weekend.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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Jersey City, NJ|
Family Lost 'Everything' In Jersey City Fire That Killed 90-Year-Old Woman, Relative Says
A fundraiser has begun after a North Jersey family lost their 90-year-old grandmother and their home.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Wilmington Man Can't Control His Anger, Victim Suffers Head Blow From Chair Strikes: Complaint
Matthew Campus has been the focus of other Joliet Patch crime stories. Now Wilmington Police have a warrant out for his arrest yet again.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Brass Knuckles Found In Joliet Man's Possession Land Him In Jail Once Again: Prosecutors
For each of the past two months, Will County Sheriff's Office has booked 40-year-old Bobby Prewitt Jr. in the jail. He lives in Marycrest.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|
Chicago Stars Host Houston In Home Finale, Fan Appreciation Night
Giveaways and pregame activities are planned Friday as the Stars close their home schedule at Northwestern's Martin Stadium.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Southampton, NY|
A Deeply Moving 'Gatsby' Debuts, Shines Light On Fitzgerald's Very Soul
A new and rare performance of "The Great Gatsby" that lays bare the very heart of F. Scott Fitzgerald, unfolds in Southampton.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Plainedge Volleyball Teams Raise $2.9K For Huntington Hospital Cancer Fund
The Plainedge students' donation supports Maggie's Wish, a fund inspired by a Wantagh woman's final wish to help fellow cancer patients.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Four Minutes Fuel Healdsburg’s Train Station Debate
Two proposed station sites offer different advantages: parking and room for housing near the historic depot or a shorter walk the plaza.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Glen Burnie, MD|
Home Of 2 Glen Burnie Restaurants Sells For $2.1M
The property served as the home of Mike's Inland at Sunset and the longstanding Sunset Restaurant.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Glenview, IL|
Did Neanderthals Have Headaches? Glenview Doctor Explores In New Book
Neurologist Lawrence Robbins examines how our evolutionary past may help explain modern health problems in his new book.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Taking Your Dog Everywhere Can Cross A Line Even Dog Lovers Draw [The Question]
Even devoted dog owners have limits on where their pets belong, while others ask for “a little bit of grace” for well-behaved dogs.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Lemont, IL|
76 Dogs Removed From Lemont Home, Man Facing Animal Cruelty, Felony Weapons Charges: Police
Seventy-six dogs were found living inside the home and garage off of McCarthy Road, police said
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|
Rochester Hills Among Safest Places Cities In U.S.: Ranking
It is another milestone for the city, which was also recognized as the best place to live in Michigan and 7th best overall in the U.S.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
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Milford, CT|
Milford Board Makes Decision On Restrictions For Waterfront Properties
The board met earlier this week and considered a proposal on restricting how far homes can extend toward the Long Island Sound.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Yorktown-Somers, NY|
High-Tech Production Values Create Real Magic At Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience At FDR State Park
The nighttime woodland enchantment has returned to the Hudson Valley with old friends, new interactive features, & spellbinding surprises.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|
Paranormal Researcher To Share ‘Ghostly Encounters’ In Wallingford
Wallingford's Joe Franke, an original student of famed paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, has been carrying on their work.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
35 Criminal Charges For Los Angeles Lakers Fan Arrested By Joliet Police
Joliet police captured the 27-year-old out of Chicago Heights and with 35 charges, and it's unclear when he's getting out of the jail.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet To Follow Rockford's Roadmap: City Council Hires Chicago Company To Perform Tourism Study
Joliet's City Hall called for a tourism study and market assessment, recommending the Hunden Partners based out of Chicago for $69,350.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Ready To Oust Architect After Bid Failure
The low bid was more than $5 million over the architect's estimate. The village is figuring out how to proceed.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Burglar Busted Breaking Into Tobacco Shop And Leaving Pet Canary Out In Cold: OLPD
The store manager called 911 when he saw the man inside the closed business on the live security camera, Oak Lawn police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Cuts Ribbon At Rebuilt Lower Wharf
Improvements were recently completed to the Lower Wharf in Southport Harbor, after it was damaged during a December 2022 storm.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Lemont, IL|
Several Dogs Removed From Lemont Home, Charges Pending For Homeowner: Police
The dogs are being removed from the property by Cook County and multiple Animal Control agencies, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Zoning Board To Review Harbor Avenue Home Replacement, Coastal Variances
Madison Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings next month on proposed residential projects on Harbor Avenue and Liberty Street.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
Rainbow Crosswalk Backlash Spurs Swampscott To Adopt Official 'Flag Policy'
Swampscott Select Board Chair Katie Phelan expressed regret over how rainbow-painted crosswalks were painted black last week.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|
1st Tea Farm In Maryland Savors Success Of Locally Grown Product
The Bakers of Howard County started raising tea plants at their Woodbine farm. They sell their products at their on-farm store.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Moorestown, NJ|
Local Moms Hitting The Field To Raise Health Awareness In Mount Laurel
This is the third annual Powder Puff game.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|
Glen Ellyn To Vote On Special Use Permit, Zoning Variations For New Metra Station, Underpass
The requests received a positive recommendation from the village's planning commission in September.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
New CoreSite Data Center On County Ave. Will Be 4 Stories, 446,761 Square Feet
The Secaucus Zoning Board approved their height request in May. Now the town wants to limit how tall data centers can be near homes.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach, CA|
Fleastyle, 'The Original Hat Bar,' Celebrates Grand Opening In Laguna Beach
Community members and officials gathered to celebrate the opening of a new boutique opening in Laguna Beach.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
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Western Springs, IL|
When Western Springs Italian Restaurant Plans To Open
The owner promises an "elegant" restaurant with many options.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Redondo Beach Art Project Advances Despite Cost, Traffic Safety Concerns
Redondo Beach's public art project moves forward despite concerns over spending priorities and traffic safety.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich School Seeks To Deepen Veteran Recognition Through 'Hometown Hero' Banner Program
A local school is proposing a program in which banners are displayed on utility poles to honor veterans and their service to the country.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
2nd Sexual Assault Allegation Surfaces Against Another UChicago Frat Party. Detailed In Lawsuit
“Despite being incapacitated, Jane Doe pleaded with him to wear a condom. The fraternity brother allegedly refused,” a civil suit alleges.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Student Helps Teach Kids About Cancer
San Ramon teen Keerthi Eraniyan founded Fight for the Cure to teach children about cancer through hands-on workshops and educational kits.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Lawrenceville, GA|
New Hotel Adds Luxury To Lawrenceville
"Seeing it finally come to life has been remarkable," representatives told Patch of The Lawrence Hotel.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Won't See Coffee Chain After All: City
The chain announced its local plan on social media in June.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
This ‘Underground Supper Club’ Just Opened A Restaurant In Nutley
There is only one sure thing at Soj: no two meals will be alike.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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