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Lacey, NJ|
Lacey Adopts 2026 Budget With Tax Increase
The owner of a home assessed at $300K will pay an extra $129.58 annually.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|
Once-Rejected Avon Housing Project Back Before The Town
The Avon Planning and Zoning Commission will revisit this week a controversial Nod Road housing proposal it rejected back in 2019.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Police: Domestic Disturbance, Joliet Teenager Shoves Pregnant Woman During Heated Argument
The victim was evaluated at the scene by Joliet Fire Department paramedics.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
2025 Primary Election Turnout Reached Near High In Bucks Co.
Bucks County residents will return to the polls to cast votes in Tuesday's primary election.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
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Skokie, IL|
Skokie Artist's Mosaic "Hate Has No Home Here" Finishes Skokie Library Residency
Artist Zeeshan Farooq was part of the library's Maker in Residence Program, which invites artists to share their artistic expertise.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
He Fell Asleep At Thorntons Gas Pumps, Then Joliet Police Came And Arrested Him For These Charges
During the investigation, Joliet police say the responding officers saw drug paraphernalia in plain view.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
$200K Raised To Lift Pinellas Park Restaurant Manager Out Of Homelessness
A Tampa influencer raised $200K to rent a home for the 85-year-old woman who runs Café Bích Nga and frequently sleeps at the restaurant.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Vandals Damage New Playscape At Granbrook Park
East Granby officials said the setback will not stop plans to upgrade the park and install new security cameras.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
96 MPH In 55-Zone, Joliet Motorist Must Be Denied Pretrial Release Under SAFE-T-Act: Prosecutors
Carlos Almazan, 28, comes from the 300 block of Joliet's Wheeler Road.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Brush Fire Sparks Along Route 202 In Bridgewater
The Bradley Garden Volunteer Fire Company battled the fire over the weekend.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
Hearing To Resume On Massive Simsbury Housing Development
Simsbury wetlands officials continued a hearing on a proposed 689-unit apartment complex development at the old Hartford Insurance campus.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Large Academic Building Proposed At Greenwich Private School Campus
A new three-story, 25,900-square-foot freestanding STEM building is proposed on the school's campus, according to submitted plans.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Elmhurst, IL|
Bensenville Golf Theft Case Lingers 4 Years Later
Police suspect nearly $800,000 in questionable refunds were made for private events.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Strangling Suspect's Case Dropped
The man also served time for his role in a 2005 fight that led to a man's death.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|
Lisle Considers Move That Would 'Effectively Prohibit Data Centers' In Village
The move comes after public outcry when a data center attempted to open in Lisle in January.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Asian Festival On Main Draws Thousands To Old Town Fairfax: Video
Large crowds turned out for the Sixth Annual Asian Festival on Main in Old Town Fairfax, featuring food, performances and cultural exhibits.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Norwalk, CT|
Lineup Announced For TTD 2026 Summer Concert Series At Norwalk Beach
The Third Taxing District has announced the lineup of musical acts for its 2026 summer concert series held Sundays at Calf Pasture Beach.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Rochelle, NY|
New Glen Island Drawbridge Officially Reopens To Traffic Just In Time For The Season
An $80 million project to restore the nearly century-old historic span celebrated a unique ribbon cutting, months ahead of schedule.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
5 Arrested On Charges Or Warrants At New Concord Coalition To End Homelessness Apartment Building
Concord Regional Crimeline tip about drug sales leads cops, DEA, and HSI to execute 2 search warrants at the South State Street building.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
Trash Cameras Could Get You Charged Extra: CA Waste Giants Launch Bin Surveillance
The initiatives use cameras to enforce capacity limits and identify overstuffed trash cans at the curb.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Across California, CA|
Democrats' Chances Of Advancing In CA Governor's Primary Climb
Most recent polls show former attorney general Xavier Becerra and billionaire Tom Steyeras the frontrunners among Democratic candidates.
Corey Washington, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|
Stratford Budget Approved By Town Council For 2026-27: Here’s What To Know
The council this week approved a $277.69 million operating budget for fiscal year 2026-27.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
San Diego Weekend Guide: Flower Fields; Spring Market; Street Festival; Dragon Boat Festival; Viva La Música
Looking for some fun things to do this weekend, May 16-17, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|
Local Florists Make Iconic Preakness Floral Blankets
Every year, Giant florists are picked to make the flower blankets for the Black-Eyed Susan and Preakness stakes. Here's how they do it.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Lindenhurst, NY|
‘My Nephew Did Not Die In Vain’: Officials Push New Law After Fatal Lindenhurst CVS Stabbing
Lawmakers are proposing a new transparency law named for the 23-year-old CVS employee killed on Christmas night.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|
City Council To Review Proposal For Mister Car Wash On Roosevelt Road
The car wash's special use permit was initially denied by city council, but now meets the Roosevelt Road landscape requirements.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Family Roots, Fresh Seafood Drive Success At Raritan Father-Daughter Run Clam Bar
Lois Malenchek of Hillsborough says Uncle Vinnie's has built its reputation on daily seafood deliveries and neighborhood hospitality.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Danville Teen Launches ALS Care Kit, Volunteer Program Inspired By Family Loss
Carson Lee partnered with the ALS Network after watching his sister-in-law struggle with everyday tasks during her battle with ALS.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Haddonfield-Haddon Township, NJ|
Rehab Facility Introduces New Stroke Recovery Program In South Jersey
Confidence gets infused back into patients on a daily basis, staff said.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Lost Pets In The Neighborhood? When To Help And When To Call The Pound: Block Talk
Dogs and cats on the loose can put neighbors in a tough spot. Should they intervene or call the pound?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|
Art With A Purpose: Artists Transform Concord Youth Club
An energy-themed mural at the Boys & Girls Club of Martinez blends public art, emotional healing, and youth advocacy.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Taxpayers On Hook For Over $2 Million: Eric Lurry Federal Lawsuit Settlement Revealed By City
In the summer of 2020, tensions were heightened around Joliet as demonstrators and activists held several protests in Eric Lurry's memory.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Peabody, MA|
Peabody City Council To Talk Proposed $200 Trash Fee Amid Backlash Campaign
Peabody Mayor Ted Bettencourt said a $200 fee would raise $2.7 million and push off the need for a Prop 2 1/2 override.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien RTM Approves Town Budget And Mill Rate For 2026-2027
The Darien Representative Town Meeting held its annual budget meeting on Monday.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Ex-Clarendon Hills Manager Gets Job In Smaller Suburb
He was put on leave before the village approved his severance agreement last year.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Radnor, PA|
Radnor Fourth Of July Fireworks: New Details Revealed On Date, Location
Fourth of July fireworks will return to a familiar venue for the first time since Radnor's annual display was discontinued.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|
This NYC Bar Has A Hidden Vinyl Room And Bottomless Brunch Special
Inside its bamboo groves and neon glow, Lucky Tiger leans into immersive design and hospitality-forward service.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Approves Chick-fil-A Drive-Thru Off Route 206
Board members voted 5-2 to approve the Chick-fil-A plan with conditions tied to traffic, parking and access.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|
Car Crashes Into Telephone Pole In Trumbull, Driver Injured: Police
Police said a driver was injured after their car crashed into a telephone pole in Trumbull.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Art Studio, Paint-And-Sip Lounge Coming To The Edge District
A new family-friendly art studio and paint-and-sip lounge is opening on Central Avenue in St. Petersburg's Edge District.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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