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Darien, CT|
Darien Planning & Zoning Commission To Continue Hearing On Proposed 34-Studio Salon Suite
Here's a preview of the upcoming Darien Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|
Plainfield Man With 'Violent Tendencies' Denied Release After Romeoville Bar Attack: Prosecutors
Prosecutors say he grabbed a woman by the throat during an attack at On The Rocks bar and that he's a danger to the community.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
District 47 Considers Two Plans To Reshape Elementary Schools
Recommendations would create grade-level centers or move the Dual Language program to a centralized academy at Coventry Elementary.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|
Final Approvals Sought For Proposed 20-Unit Berkeley Townhouse Development
Twenty two-story townhouses will be constructed in five buildings if the final site plan is approved.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Boy, 16, Dies After 100-Foot Fall At Abandoned Property Near Old Joliet Prison Site: Joliet Police
The four juveniles were transported to the Joliet Police Department, where they were interviewed and later released to their parents.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|
Fashion Brand Opening New Store In Walnut Creek
The Walnut Creek fashion brand Vici will celebrate its 2,200-square-foot store with September 12 grand opening.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Annandale, VA|
Annandale Man Charged Federally With Illegal Reentry After Fairfax Arrest
An Annandale man accused of strangulation faces a federal illegal reentry charge after ICE says he was removed four times.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|
2 Hurt In 2-Vehicle Crash In Mount Sinai On Saturday: Police
They were taken to Stony Brook Hospital Medical Center for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Hillsborough, NJ|
Senior Center Expansion Planned In Hillsborough
Mayor Catherine Payne said the 2.5-acre purchase could allow a larger senior center near the existing county site.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Group That Accused Darien Man Of Racist Posts In Trouble With Feds
The group has done good things, but it has become radicalized, the local conservative said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|
Man Charged With Drug Possession After Driving To CIA Headquarters Gate In VA
CIA police said officers found suspected methamphetamine and several knives after a driver approached the agency's main gate.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
FLOCK Camera Misbehavior By Will County Sheriff's Office Employee? Deputy Placed On Administrative Leave
Allegations of misuse of the technology equipment that reads license plates has arisen in Joliet, Channahon and now Will County Sheriff's.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Manhattan, IL|
'Simply No Words': Manhattan Community Mourns Boy, 16, Killed In Fall At Abandoned Building
Tony Reed, Jr. died Aug. 30. He was a sophomore at Lincoln-Way West. The loss is heartbreaking for the town, Mayor Mike Adrieansen said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|
Car Hits Pedestrian In Lake Forest, Triggering Investigation: Police
The crash was reported shortly after 6 a.m. at the intersection of Lake Forest Drive and Rockfield Boulevard, police said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
The Long Beach City Council Meets Tuesday Night, See What’s On The Agenda
Check out the items that the Long Beach City Council will be voting on at Tuesday’s meeting.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|
Drugged Drink Claims At Jenkinson's Unfounded, Investigation Finds
Alcoholic Beverage Control officials and Point Pleasant Beach police investigated a complaint filed by one woman who said she was drugged.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
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Mill Valley, CA|
A Feat Rarer Than Climbing Everest Earns Mill Valley Honors
The local architect completed three of the world's most celebrated marathon open-water swims.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|
From Pop-Punk To K-Pop: Free Concerts Return To SMC Mall
The lineup features indie rock, pop-punk, acoustic music and a K-pop DJ at weekly outdoor performances.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|
Bensalem Starts New School Year With 'Uncertainty'
A Bensalem school director focuses on students as the school year starts Monday while saying that the road ahead remains unsettled.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
1st Day Of School, Full-Day Kindergarten Preparations Underway In Bridgewater-Raritan
The superintendent said full-day kindergarten and summer building work are on track before school starts.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Tolland, CT|
U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney Honors Former Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman In Speech On U.S. House Floor
Courtney: "Her record in public service was not only defined by good administration and policy, but also by the way she carried herself."
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Cambridge, MA|
Driver Cited After Truck Crashes Into Cambridge Building
An investigation is ongoing after a truck went head-on into a structure.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Asbury Park, NJ|
Asbury Park Mayoral Candidate Sciannameo Skeptical Of Plans To Renovate, Reopen Convention Hall
Dan Sciannameo said mayoral rival Amy Quinn benefits by announcing the restoration of Convention Hall in an election year.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
VIDEO: After Motorcycle Collision, Driver Fails Field Sobriety Tests In Milano Bakery Parking Lot
Frederick Lamar Caldwell, 44, is in his third week of Will County Jail detention under the SAFE-T Act. Joliet police arrested him Aug. 16.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
2 Concord Felons Face Gun, Drug Charges While 2 Women Are Arrested On Child Endangerment, Meth Charges
Taylor Bachelder, Allison Richardson, Ryan Sherman, and Cody Walsh were all arrested on charges during a 24-hour period earlier this month.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Children's Facility Proposal To Be Considered By Milford Board
A developer is pitching a project that the Planning and Zoning Board will review this week.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint, NY|
Annual Oktoberfest Celebration Returns To Brooklyn Waterfront Next Month
The longtime New York City institution will take over the waterfront destination beginning on September 25.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|
Wilmette Safety Committee To Discuss Flock Camera Contract Renewal
The current contract expires in December 2026, and the Village Board will be discussing whether to renew it over the next several months.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
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Ellington-Somers, CT|
Teen Jogger Hit By Vehicle In Ellington
The 17-year-old was injured, according to state police.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Approves 8-Home Subdivision
Residents raised questions about traffic, pedestrian safety and the nearby aquifer.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Search Continues For OC Man After 71-Year-Old IE Woman Severely Beaten With Baseball Bat
The 26-year-old suspect allegedly used the metal bat on the woman after she asked him to move out of her mountain home.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Death Of 4-Year-Old In Stamford Sparks Call For Statewide Window Safety Legislation
The death of a child who fell from a 10th-floor apartment in Stamford this summer has sparked a call for window safety.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Wilmington Man, 21, Faces Criminal Sexual Assault Charges In 2025 Investigation
Blake Wherry was booked into the Will County Jail over the weekend. He comes from Wilmington's West Willow Lane.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
Winnetka Estate Up for Local Landmark Designation
The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously recommended landmark status for the DeWindt Road property.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Finance Board To Review Speed Camera Enforcement Finances
The controversial program, which resumes school zone enforcement this week, is generating seven figures.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Family, Students Rally For Earthquake-Hit Hometown In Colombia
Ridge High students are earning service hours as a Bernards Township family raises money to ship aid to Colombia.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Wayne, NJ|
NJ Councilman Permanently Banned From Office For Role In Mob-Associated Gambling Ring: AG
"Traditional organized crime remains a problem in New Jersey," said an official, of the Lucchese-associated ring.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Woman Screams For Help As Joliet Police Arrest Man With Violent Criminal History: Prosecutors
Dakari Williams, 29, has been charged with unlawful restraint and two crimes of domestic battery following his arrest by Joliet police.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury Woman Finds Viral Audience With Humor, Art And An Oreo-Fueled Instagram Hit
The inspirational 30-year-old is using a viral Oreo video and her growing platform to share art, humor, and a message of inclusion.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Details $8M Sandcastle Park Project
A county grant will help fund the 34th Street project, which city officials said should be ready by next summer.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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