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Lacey, NJ|
Lacey Backs Opposition Of State Sanctuary Law Bills
Committee members said the measure targets state laws they believe could limit law enforcement communication.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange Town Budget Still Needs Final Vote, Tax Hike Likely
West Orange remains without a finalized municipal budget as it heads into October.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Milford School Officials Flag Major Cost Increases Ahead Of New Budget
School officials are developing the 2027-28 budget.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
Beloved Safeway Cashier Remembered At Mill Valley Council Meeting
The woman, who worked at the store for more than 30 years, was killed with her dog in a crash, police said.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
A Divided City Council Backed A New Bay Area Transit Tax Despite Worries On Oversight In Redwood City
Supporters framed the sales tax as a lifeline for Caltrain and SamTrans, while one councilmember warned residents.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|
1 In 3 Marin Pet Owners Can’t Cover A $1,000 Emergency, Study Says
Many local pet owners surveyed also said they are unsure of their pet’s biggest breed-related health risk.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Schools Face State Aid Squeeze As Property Values Climb, Superintendent Says
Superintendent Michael Volpe's presentation outlined how property values and fixed costs factor into Hillsborough school budget pressure.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Council Shares Wonderland Update
Ocean City officials said a rear-area wall collapse prompted city action and that Wonderland negotiations are continuing.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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West Bloomfield, MI|
New Greek Restaurant Opening In Oakland County Next Week
The restaurant honors a late Detroit restaurateur, who helped build Detroit's historic Greektown.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Tax Hike Still Likely In Delayed Belleville Town Budget
Belleville remains without a finalized municipal budget as it heads into October.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|
Hazlet Man To Run Multiple Marathons For St. Jude Children’s Hospital
The longtime Hazlet resident has already raised over $250,000 for the hospital. This year, he’s aiming to raise even more.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Stepping Back From Openness At Hinsdale District 86
AI is the district's new reason to eliminate a 13-year-old online records log.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Nutley Says It Has Saved Taxpayers Money By Partnering With School District
A shared service agreement is funding crucial school upgrades without putting the financial burden on local homeowners, officials say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Man Barricaded Himself Inside Secaucus Apartment, SWAT On Scene
Happening now at Plaza Gardens apartments. SWAT and Secaucus Police are trying to get the man to come out of his apartment.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury High Reports Gains In Rankings, AP Participation; But Also Absenteeism Issue
SHS officials went before the board of education last week and gave an in-depth presentation on the school's academic standing.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Owner To Reopen Everest Asian Fusion As Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar In Downers Grove
Everest Fusion, which opened in March, will be replaced by a crab boil concept restaurant with the same owner.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Murder At Joliet House Party Along Maple Road: This Week's Jury Trial Is Not Going To Happen After All
There were approximately 20 to 25 people attending the party in the 1500 block of Joliet's Maple Road when Leelinn Fox was slain.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Pottstown, PA|
New Connecting Piece Of Schuylkill River Trail Near Pottstown Complete
Riders, runners, and wanderers now have a clear pathway for 70 miles from Philadelphia to Reading.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Lawsuit Blames Crowded Granby Pool For Teen’s Death
The lawsuit alleges High Meadow exceeded the pool’s capacity and failed to provide adequate supervision during a June field trip.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Psychiatrist's Medical License Revoked; Disciplinary Hearing Continues
Connecticut regulators revoked his medical license over improper prescriptions for personal use and professional standard violations.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor Sets Hearing On Removing Flock Cameras
Residents will get another chance to weigh in as town officials consider the future of eight automated license plate readers.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|
Romeoville Grandmother Abused 2 Grandchildren For Years: Police
A teen who ran away had injuries consistent with abuse, as did his younger sibling, according to Romeoville police.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
Who Pays For A $100K Water Main Break? East Brunswick Is Waiting To Find Out
Officials say the township may put a lien on the property if the bill isn't paid.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Contractor Accused Of Taking $42,000 In Payments For Work Never Done In Fairfield: Police
The suspect, a Trumbull resident, was contracted to do exterior siding and window renovations, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Tax Hike Likely In Hinsdale District 86, Athletic Upgrades Eyed
The district wants to go nearly $80 million into debt to pay for projects.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
East Windsor, NJ|
35 Strangers, 1 Long Table: East Windsor Dinner Aims To Help Adults Make Friends
A new dinner series at East Windsor's Kochi Indian Cuisine is built for people to attend without knowing anyone yet.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|
SFMOMA And K-Pop Superstar RM Collaborate On New Exhibition 'Between You And Me'
With the new exhibition, SFMOMA is the only venue where guests can see BTS leader RM's personal art collection.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Fundraiser Helps Family Of Man Missing In Suffield
Friends are raising money for Manoj Bagga’s wife and two children as the family faces mounting bills after his disappearance Aug. 7.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Reston, VA|
Fairfax County Opens Door To Redevelopment Of Reston Metro Kiss & Ride Site
Fairfax County opened the door to including Reston Town Center Metro's Kiss & Ride property in a larger redevelopment.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|
Northern Virginia Tech Company Anticipates Major Layoffs In Ashburn
A major technology contractor is planning to lay off dozens of workers at a NoVA facility, according to a Virginia WARN notice.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Hinsdale South Official Endures More Criticism, Ouster Suggested
A group privately raised concerns about the athletic director two years ago, a parent said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Former Houston Health Chief Dies After Swimming Emergency Off Hermosa Beach
Dr. David Persse, 66, a longtime emergency medicine leader with deep ties to Los Angeles County, suffered a severe spinal injury Saturday.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Philadelphia, PA|
Red September Magic Teased, Taken Away In Phillies Wild Card Loss
But in a game of inches, there is plenty of fight left in the Fightins.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|
Dist. 130 Teachers Union Files OSHA Complaint Over 'Filthy' Schools
A rally is planned Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Nathan Hale Primary to protest filthy schools since D130 board laid off SEIU custodian workers.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|
Glen Ellyn Rejects Special Use Permit Request For Beauty Parlor On Duane
Village trustees voted down the proposal for a high-end beauty salon called The Parlor at Monday's meeting.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Future Doctors Face Active Shooter, Bus Bomb, Train Crash Simulations On Long Island
Future doctors tested their EMT skills amid smoke, screaming victims and fast-moving disaster scenarios in Old Bethpage.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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New Canaan, CT|
New Canaan Planning And Zoning To Hold Public Hearings During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The New Canaan Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet on Sept. 29, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Lake Elsinore's New $31.3M Civic Center Opening This Week In Historic Downtown
The new Civic Center forms a central component of downtown revitalization efforts.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Top-Paid Hinsdale Central, South Employees 2025-26
The district released information on its highest-paid teachers and officials.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Plans Rededication Of Historic Abbey Monument
The ceremony will honor the Revolutionary War figure remembered for sounding the alarm with his drum.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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