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Darien, IL|
'Real Difficult': Darien Priests' Home Approved, With 1 Official Dissenting
One resident hinted at the church's nationwide child abuse scandal. Others said they feared how the home would be used.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|
'A Day That I Have Dreaded For Many Years': Peabody Mayor's $200 Trash Fee Gains City Council Favor
Peabody Mayor Ted Bettencourt called the trash fee a "last resort" in preserving city services without a tax override.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Girls Lacrosse Team’s Season Ends In Class LL Tournament: PHOTOS
Hamden’s season came to an end with a second-round loss to New Canaan in the Class LL tournament.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Man From Concord Arrested On Stalking And Protective Order Charges After Incident At City Garage
Johnny Burrows was charged with stalking and violation of an order after a city worker requested assistance at a garage last month.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Nashua, NH|
Nashua Woman Accused Of Striking A Crying Child In The Face During A Domestic Disturbance
Rotcy Sachenka Rodriguez Fernandez was arrested on a second-degree assault charge. The child was taken to the hospital later for evaluation.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Brentwood, CA|
Sora Handroll Bar Expands With New Location In Brentwood
The popular Farmers Market rooftop temaki concept is bringing its signature made-to-order sushi rolls to Brentwood.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|
Fatal Shooting Closes Highway 74
The highway's full closure extended from Ribbonwood Drive to Palm Canyon Drive, near Pinyon Pines.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport Board Of Finance Sets 13.2 Mill Rate As Property Revaluation Shifts Tax Burden
The new mill rate for the 2026-27 fiscal year is down from the current rate, but revaluation shifts more tax burden to homeowners.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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New Lenox, IL|
No Danger To Patients, Staff Amid Brush Fire Outside Silver Cross: Hospital
The fire happened Tuesday at 4 p.m. near the Serenity Garden.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Stamford Breaks Ground On New $446 Million Westhill High School
The new Westhill High School is likely the largest school construction project in the history of the Nutmeg State.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
2 Kids Hurt, Lockport Woman Faces Aggravated DUI After Cedar Road Wreck: Sheriff's Office
Jenna Crohan, 34, comes from the 300 block of Lockport's East Division Street. She was freed from Will County's Jail around 4 p.m. Monday.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Let's Have A Parade! See Highlights From Hoboken's 250th/Memorial Day Event
Hoboken held a parade Saturday for Memorial Day and America's Semiquincentennial. See photos.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Arlington, VA|
GW Parkway Traffic Stop In Arlington Leads To Drug Charges
A man was charged after U.S. Park Police said drugs were found during a George Washington Parkway traffic stop.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
As Search For His Replacement Intensifies, Vernon Superintendent Gets Another State Accolade
The governor has selected Vernon Superintendent of Schools Joseph Macary for a major commission.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Lulu, Scarred After Protecting Kittens, Needs A Home: Northport Kitty Of The Week
Lulu, a young mother cat who defended her kittens from a raccoon, is waiting for adoption at Pet Supplies Plus in East Northport.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|
FBI Employee At Quantico Pleads Not Guilty To Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
Cary Andre Rue, an FBI employee at Quantico, pleaded not guilty Tuesday to federal child sexual abuse material charges.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Huntington, NY|
Simba, Young ‘King Of The Jungle,’ Seeks His Pride: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Simba, a 3-month-old kitten rescued with his mother, Sarabi, is energetic, affectionate and looking for a home with another cat.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Shooting At Crest Hill Business: Employee Returns Wearing All Black, Armed With Gun, Prosecutors Say
Arturas Proskurinas Jr. of Lockport lost his hearing under the Illinois SAFE-T-Act. He will stay in Will County's Jail indefinitely now.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Police Providing Safety Patrols After U.S. District Judge Strikes Down Voter Security Provision
Patrols are taking place at the home and neighborhood of Judge Samantha Elliott after she overturned part of the proof-of-citizenship law.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
Long Beach City Council Authorizes Tax Increase In Special Meeting
The Long Beach City Council held a special meeting Friday with two items on the agenda, one of which authorized a tax increase.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Jersey City, NJ|
Hudson County Man, 44, Dies In Chain Reaction Crash On Route 78: Police
A 44-year-old NJ man died in a chain reaction crash on a highway last week, state police confirmed.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Panhandling Comes Up Again At Darien Council
Officials have brought up the issue over the years. The city is limited in what it can do.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|
127 Birds Seized In VA Cockfighting Investigation
Deputies seized 127 birds and a dog from a Spotsylvania County property in a suspected cockfighting operation, authorities said.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Brooklyn Judges Parking Lot Fight Continues After Secured Funding
Brooklyn officials push ahead with a $21 million park plan while judges continue to use a contested Columbus Park parking lot.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Farmington, CT|
Farmington Sidewalk Proposal Tweaked To Improve Safety
Farmington officials favor a revised Meadow Road sidewalk route and plan a public hearing on July 14 before moving forward.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Residents Pushback Against Affordable Housing Mandates In Union County
Debate grows over state affordable housing rules as Union County towns feel mounting pressure.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
RA Board Hears Updates On Land Use, Pesticide Notices, Lakes And Facility Planning
Reston Association’s acting CEO outlined land use tracking, pesticide notice changes and facility planning steps.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Homeowner Groups Kept Out Of Loop On Building Permits: Resident
Residents violate association covenants. Darien officials can't regulate such situations.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
NJ Sues Owner Of ICE Prison, Sherrill Demands Inspections Amid Wave Of Complaints
New Jersey has filed a lawsuit against the GEO Group, one of the largest private prison companies in the nation. Here’s why.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
Amadasun Sworn In After South Windsor Election Ruling
South Windsor Republicans said they respect the legal process but are disappointed by the court’s ruling.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|
Playground Structure That Was Site Of Tragic Accident Removed From Melrose School
The playground structure that was the site of a tragic accident last month has been removed.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Phoenixville, PA|
Phoenixville School District Now Charging Residents A Fee To Use High School Track
The district said the track will only open for a narrow window of time each day.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh Restaurant & Real Estate Businesses Rebrand
One of Pittsburgh's most active real estate and restaurant businesses has announced a new rebranding effort. Get the details here.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|
Bass Pro Shops Plans 1st-Ever Long Island Location
Plans call for a 130,000-square-foot outdoor retail destination, creating more than 200 jobs and bringing foot traffic to the area.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|
British Swim School Opens New Buffalo Grove Location
The swim school, located inside the Four Points by Sheraton, offers water safety and survival-focused lessons for children and adults.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
White Satin Bridal Is Closed For Good, Citing Damage From HopScotch Fire
"It is with heavy hearts that we share we are unable to reopen White Satin Bridal due to the fire and the resulting damage," owners said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
Dangerous Weapons Seized By Fairfield Police During Alleged Assault Investigation
A Fairfield man has been arrested in connection with the case, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Driver Dies From Gunshot Wound After Fleeing Morris Police Along Interstate 80: State Police
Monday night's incident caused the shutdown of Interstate 80 eastbound for motorists heading toward Joliet and New Lenox.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Southington HS Students Push For Road Repairs As Part Of Class Project
The students urged action on deteriorating roads after a survey found widespread concern about potholes and pavement conditions locally.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Tony's Fresh Market Incident Leaves Employees Overcome With Fear, Joliet Police Arrest Man With Weapon: Cops
Lester Gaines allegedly displayed the knife in a threatening manner before fleeing the business with stolen merchandise, police noted.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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