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West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Council OKs Cash For Library Computers, Furniture And Programs
West Hartford approved funding for library computers, furniture, equipment and professional services in the 2026-27 budget.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Blaze At Springbank Subdivision House Appears To Be 'Accidental': Plainfield FD
The house was deemed uninhabitable after a heavy fire broke out overnight, fire officials said. Two neighboring homes also sustained damage.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Judge Allows Lawsuit To Move Forward In Deadly Fox River Boat Crash
Plaintiffs are seeking more than $50,000 on each of three claims as they investigate whether others should be named as defendants.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Board Questions Proposed Removal Of Parking Power
Two elected officials joined a village critic to inquire about shifting authority to the manager.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Lt. Jeremy Harrison Takes Joliet Police And Fire Board To Will County Court With Emergency Lawsuit Filing
Harrison is represented by attorney Michael Ettinger, who maintains that his client did nothing improper in regard to the Flock cameras.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
1 Hurt In 2-Vehicle Crash In North Bellport: Police
It happened at around 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
$1.6M Dam Rehab, New Restaurant Services On Tap For Wayne Council
Officials will also consider new fire equipment, township-wide tree planting, and more.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
A Library On Main Street — A Tale Of Progressive Thinking And Literacy In Manchester
A display inside Manchester's new library pays homage to a rich history.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield School Board Defers FY26 Financial Report, Approves Request For More Pre-K Space
Ridgefield's school board deferred its FY26 financial report and unanimously backed a request for more pre-K space.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Church Reopens On 60th Anniversary; Pastor Gives Recovery Update
St. Thomas the Apostle held a rededication Mass Sunday after summer renovations.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Woman, 40, Lands In Will County Jail After Violent Outburst On South Park Road: Sheriff
Jacqueline Hambrick was booked into Will County's jail on Sunday night in connection with the domestic battery arrest. She is 40 years old.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Cops Getting Raises Over Next 4 Years
A watchdog noted a lower salary budget, asking about the union contract's financial impact.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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St. Charles, IL|
Fox Haven Square Construction Underway In St. Charles
Simple EJ’s, Fire + Wine and Rosebud Steakhouse have received temporary certificates of occupancy.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
LI Bloods Gang Leader Responsible For 3 Non-Fatal Drug Overdoses Gets 280 Months In Prison: Feds
Between June 2013 and November 2020, the gang sold fentanyl, cocaine, and heroin throughout Long Island, prosecutors say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Main Street Project Gets $1.2M Boost
The long-delayed downtown project now has $6.5 million in funding and no longer includes a controversial roundabout.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
New Store Embraces Vintage Yearning In Healdsburg
Vendors will fill the hangar-like Healdsburg space on Front Street with antiques, artisan goods, food, and activities.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
La Grange Studies Traffic In Neighborhood, Based On Resident Concerns
Officials noted the study after a resident asked about it. A preliminary report is expected by year's end.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|
Early Morning Stickup Outside Inn In Port Jefferson Foiled: Police
An unknown man approached the man, displayed a gun, and demanded the man's phone and wallet, at around 12:47 a.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Likely To Avoid Audit Lateness: Official
The village last year failed to finish an audit until nearly five months after the state deadline.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Danville Teen’s Nonprofit Expands STEAM Access Across Bay Area
Igniting Dreams distributes hands-on learning kits and organizes workshops and donation drives for underserved students.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton Weighs $16.5M In Bonds For Water-System Upgrades
The borrowing would fund new wells and other improvements as customers face four consecutive annual rate increases.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Kelly O’Brien Targets Development Uncertainty In Fairfax City Council Bid
Fairfax City Council candidate Kelly O’Brien calls development uncertainty voters’ top issue and wants zoning aligned with city plans.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Sandi Slappey Brown Sees Taxes, City Services As Key Fairfax City Council Challenges
Fairfax City Council candidate Sandi Slappey Brown says rising taxes and the cost of city services are key concerns for voters.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Russell Jones Puts Fighting Tax Increases At Center Of Fairfax City Council Bid
Fairfax City Council candidate Russell Jones names tax increases as his top issue and calls for spending restraint.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Dublin, CA|
Dublin Weighs Consolidating 2 Community Commissions
The proposal would place parks, recreation and human services grants under one advisory body beginning in 2027.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
2 Suffolk Siblings Part Of Group Of 34 To Plead Guilty In Theft, Title-Washing Ring: DA
The pair "went to great lengths to fleece buyers, giving them vehicles with hidden liens and pocketing their hard-earned money," DA says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Injuries Reported After Driver Of A Kia Crashes Into Concord Target Store: Video
A pregnant woman and a child were taken to Concord Hospital after a crash at the Concord Heights store on D’Amante Drive Monday afternoon.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
$8.15M Land Purchase Moves South Glenview Flood-Control Project Forward
The project is designed to reduce flooding affecting 130 homes and several roadways along the Central Road corridor.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Vernon, CT|
Courtney, Smith Intro Bill Blocking Transfer Of Qatari-Gifted 747 From Air Force To Trump Library
Courtney made the announcement Monday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Gramercy-Murray Hill, NY|
Backyard Series at Hudson Yards Unveils Fall Events Lineup: See Here
Programming will be held at Hudson Yards Public Square and Gardens.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
New Manchester Public Library Opens: Take a Visual Tour
Manchester Mayor Jay Moran: "We've opened doors so that those who cannot afford the resources can have them right here."
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
State Financing, Tax Credits Pave Way For Swampscott Senior Veterans Housing Complex
The funding clears a key hurdle in the development of the 12-24 Pine Street lot into 41 housing units.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Tuscaloosa, AL|
Tuscaloosa County PARA Executive Director Brian Davis To Retire In 2027
PARA Executive Director will retire early next year.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Renovations Unveiled At Julian Curtiss School In Greenwich
Monday’s milestone has been years in the making for Julian Curtiss School.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|
Victoria Justice Gets Surprise Owl Encounter At LI Nature Center
The actress and singer traveled from Los Angeles and wound up in an impromptu duet with one of Sweetbriar’s most popular residents.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Uses 'Straight-Out Blackmail' With Cop Videos, Elected Official Alleges
The official wants the footage out. "I'm the one going to look bad, and I don't care," he said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Tuscaloosa, AL|
FBI Offers $10K Reward As First Arrest Made In West Tuscaloosa Block Party Shooting
One person has been arrested and investigators are searching for multiple others following Saturday night's mass shooting in west Tuscaloosa
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
$8.8M Ruppert Park Construction Begins After Years Of Delays, City Officials Say
The city is making several long-awaited infrastructure upgrades to the park, including a dog run and an exercise area.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Lindsay Rozner Captured By Wilmington Police After Family's Facebook Plea Over Weekend, 21 Pending Charges
One of her relatives urged a Wilmington Facebook group to be on the lookout, suggesting she was dangerous and very unpredictable.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|
Work & Process' Pop-Up Dance, Music Series Returns To Manhattan West Plaza
The weekly program takes place Wednesdays evenings in September.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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