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Downers Grove, IL|
Firefighters Respond To Incident On Maple Avenue In Downers Grove
The Downers Grove Fire Department responded to an incident Thursday on Maple Avenue, a representative told Patch.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|
Buffalo Grove Company Acquired After 4 Generations Of Family Ownership
Chicago Show, founded in 1902, was acquired by Grand Rapids entrepreneur Mike Hofmann.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Man Stole Bicycle From Side Of Secaucus Home, Police Say
The Centre Avenue resident said her son used the bike to get to work.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|
Hazlet Community Unites For Venezuela Earthquake Relief
"This effort is very personal to me," organizer Gabriele Amato said. "...Every donation, every share, and every act of kindness matters."
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Birds Of A Feather: Fremont Photo Of The Day
I wonder how Gunner feels about this painting.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
With Blue Back Square Debt Free, West Hartford Dissolves Special Services District
West Hartford has dissolved its Special Services District after the Blue Back Square bonds were paid off.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord’s City Manager Requests 3-Month Paid Sabbatical Through Mid-October
Tom Aspell, the city manager for about 20 years, has requested a sabbatical starting next week. Councilors will consider his request Monday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Infrared Heated Yoga Studio Opening In Arlington Heights
Still Yoga, co-founded by Arlington Heights locals James Babiarz and Paige Prudden, opens July 18.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Berlin, CT|
Berlin Council Delays Vote On Major Development's Tax Breaks
Berlin officials postponed action on a proposed tax abatement for the JSJ development at 680 Four Rod Road until September.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport P&Z To Review Proposed 165-Unit Riverside Avenue Development
Westport's Planning and Zoning Commission will preliminarily review the project during a remote meeting next week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Belleville Homeowners Could Face $175 Tax Hike In Proposed Town Budget
Belleville council members also got an update about this spring’s devastating warehouse fire – and how it might impact local taxes.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Grand Opening Date Set For Plainfield's New Sushi Restaurant
The Kansas City, Missouri transplant is opening in the former Larry's Diner space off Lockport Street and Van Dyke Road.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Summit, NJ|
Summit Amends Data Center Policy Again, Moves Proposal Toward Final Vote
The revised ordinance would prohibit data centers in Summit and now heads back for Planning Board review.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Brookfield House Fire Put Out; 3 Firefighters Treated
The village declared the house uninhabitable, an official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Affordable Housing Plan Draws Hours Of Debate In Milford
The Planning and Zoning Board weighed in on the proposal at its meeting this week.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Maplewood, NJ|
Maplewood Unveils Gazebo Summer Concert Series Lineup: See List
Concerts will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at 1688 Springfield Ave.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
3 Taken Into Custody By New Hampshire State Police After Chase Through Concord, Loudon, Chichester
Video: The driver hit a spike strip on Route 106, slowing the Jeep after being accused of driving up to 112 mph early Thursday morning.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
5 Stories That Show Kindness Still Exists In America: Block Talk
Patch readers share small but lasting moments of kindness, ranging from a tied shoelace to strangers offering comfort and aid after a crash.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
OSHA Investigating Explosion That Hurt 2 Employees At Holbrook Recycling Plant: Official
A representative confirmed that OSHA had visited the site, inspected it, and said, "everything went well."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Developers May Face New Hurdle; Resident's Idea Gains Steam
Village staffers opposed mandating developers give neighbors a heads-up. Now, they're in favor.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
2 Suspects Accused Of Liquor Store Thefts In Fairfield: Police
The two separate incidents are alleged to have occurred last month, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
Local Entrepreneur Bucks Gen Z Stereotypes, Launches Junk Removal Service
From flipping couches to stereotypes, one resident is highlighting the drive behind Gen Z entrepreneurship.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|
Bears Entering Homes At An Alarming Rate As New Town-By-Town Numbers Released In CT
State officials say a growing trend is raising concern as new town-by-town bear data reveals where activity is highest.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Trump-Backing Suburban Cop Pulls Gun On Woman, Later Placed On Leave: Police
The off-duty officer, who owns a bar, chased a woman who struck a curb. He said he thought it may have been a hit-and-run.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Manchester Man Accused Of Breaking Into SUVs Outside Concord Hotel; Has Active Stolen Gun Case In Bedford
Gabriel Virgilio Pagan Lorenzana was accused of stealing credit cards and car speakers outside the Courtyard by Marriott in mid-January.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Nashua, NH|
Man From Nashua Accused Of Making Gun Threat, Falsifying Evidence After Day Of Drinking In June, Police Say
Ezequiel Santana faces falsifying evidence and threat charges after being accused of chasing others with a gun after a verbal altercation.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
Are CA Walmart Stores Really Lowering Prices? We've Got The Receipts
This summer, Walmart has rolled back prices on thousands of products, but is it actually saving you money?
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Popular Norwalk Bakery Owners Open New Smash Burger Restaurant
The new restaurant, located in the same plaza as the popular bakery, offers "an upscale take on the smash burger."
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Selectmen Make Decision On Police Union Contract; Leaf Blowing To Begin Earlier
East Lyme selectmen approved a new police union contract, appointed an emergency management director and funded local groups.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
What To Do After Witnessing Someone Stealing [The Question]
Stealing seems ethically clear-cut, unless it involves food, a coworker, or personal risk.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
'Chest Freezer,' Chloroform: Wife's Search History Before, After Plainfield-Area Man Was Killed, Dismembered
Weeks before Dalewayne Turner's remains were found, his wife began searching suspicious questions and phrases on Google, prosecutors said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Man Rescued From Hudson River Near Hoboken Train Terminal
First responders rescued a man from the Hudson River late last month, officials said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Libertyville, IL|
Man Fatally Shot In Mundelein Apartment Identified; Accused Killer Detained
Herbert Lomax, 48, died after being shot multiple times inside a Deepwoods Drive apartment Tuesday, authorities said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison P&Z To Review Proposed Text Amendments, Zoning Applications
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold hearings on various text amendment proposals, and other matters during this week's meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Blight Board Orders Lien On Pumpkin Hill Road Property
The blight enforcement officials ordered the move following "continued noncompliance with previous blight enforcement efforts…"
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
$3.5M Headed To Huntington Road Repaving Projects
Federal funding is expected to support additional paving in 2027, officials said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Across Maryland, MD|
Cases Of Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Reported In MD: What To Know
Health officials in Maryland have recorded dozens of cases of cyclosporiasis, the parasitic illness linked to severe diarrhea.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|
Fairfax Is Changing: 5 Takeaways From The County's Latest Demographics Report
The county recently released its 2025 Demographics Reports. From housing costs to population growth, here are five takeaways.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
'Da Adriano' Chef Cooks Up New Restaurant In Lenox Hill
Ciao bella.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
Long Beach City Council Set To Replace Water Mains After Tuesday Contract
The City of Long Beach approved a contract Tuesday to replace a set of water mains in the city. See where there will be construction below.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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