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Old Town Alexandria, VA|
Alexandria Day Care Could Lose License After Repeated Violations
An Alexandria day care could lose its license to operate after months of inspections turned up repeated serious violations.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Writer Pens New Picture, Chapter Books Starring Rescue Dog
As an author with ADHD, Amy Jensen created Nosy Norvin to celebrate all the things that make us uniquely ourselves.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Gunshot Victim In Michael Jordan Sweater Did Not Identify Shorewood Defendant As Shooter: Detective
Jon Hansen's first-degree murder trial will begin its third week on Monday. The Shorewood man hung out with mass murderer Romeo Nance.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Hawthorne Blocks New Data Centers Through 2027 As Officials Weigh Permanent Restrictions
City leaders are examining concerns about electricity, water consumption and neighborhood impacts as the demand for AI infrastructure grows.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Brooklyn, NY|
Election Q&A: Meet Melvin Rivera, Republican Candidate For NY-7
The first-time candidate discusses affordable housing, homeownership, and his break with former political allies.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Election Q&A: Meet Priscilla Ghaznavi, Independent Candidate For NY-7
The first-time candidate discusses affordable housing and her vision for New York's 7th Congressional District.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|
Howard Co. Health Officer Reflects Upon Career After Announcing Retirement
Howard Co. Health Officer D. Maura Rossman told Patch her career has been "incredible" and credited many others with her successes.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Fatal Head-On Crash Crash Victim Identified As Dublin Man
The Alameda County Coroner's Bureau revealed the name of a Dublin man who died after a head-on collision that caused his car to overturn.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Petting Zoo Closed After E. Coli Investigation At Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm
"Out of an abundance of caution, we closed our petting zoo as soon as we were contacted, and it will stay closed until further notice."
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|
2026 MA Elections: Question 7 Would Implement State Minimums For Housing Construction
The proposal would allow, by right, the construction of single-family homes on any lot of 5,000 square feet with municipal utilities.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Watchung-Green Brook, NJ|
Somerset County Entrepreneur Takes Dirty Soda Trend On The Road In NJ
Green Brook local Mike Pacheco said Ridin' Dirty brings customized sodas to schools, parties and local fundraisers.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
Manhattan Beach Eyes Taller Buildings At 2 Prime Downtown Sites
Proposed zoning changes could allow taller buildings at two city-owned sites, with new rules for rooftop structures and parking.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete Paranormal Museum To Host Preview Event
A paranormal investigator is opening The Museum of Haunted History in a 1939 St. Petersburg bungalow. Get a first look at it this weekend.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|
Family Lost 'Everything' In Jersey City Fire That Killed 90-Year-Old Woman, Fundraiser Started
A fundraiser has begun after a North Jersey family lost their 90-year-old grandmother and their home.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Wilmington Man Can't Control His Anger, Victim Suffers Head Blow From Chair Strikes: Complaint
Matthew Campus has been the focus of other Joliet Patch crime stories. Now Wilmington Police have a warrant out for his arrest yet again.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Brass Knuckles Found In Joliet Man's Possession Land Him In Jail Once Again: Prosecutors
For each of the past two months, Will County Sheriff's Office has booked 40-year-old Bobby Prewitt Jr. in the jail. He lives in Marycrest.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Deerfield, IL|
Chicago Stars Host Houston In Home Finale, Fan Appreciation Night
Giveaways and pregame activities are planned Friday as the Stars close their home schedule at Northwestern's Martin Stadium.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Southampton, NY|
A Deeply Moving 'Gatsby' Debuts, Shines Light On Fitzgerald's Very Soul
A new and rare performance of "The Great Gatsby" that lays bare the very heart of F. Scott Fitzgerald, unfolds in Southampton.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Plainedge Volleyball Teams Raise $2.9K For Huntington Hospital Cancer Fund
The Plainedge students' donation supports Maggie's Wish, a fund inspired by a Wantagh woman's final wish to help fellow cancer patients.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Four Minutes Fuel Healdsburg’s Train Station Debate
Two proposed station sites offer different advantages: parking and room for housing near the historic depot or a shorter walk the plaza.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Glen Burnie, MD|
New Food Hub To Take Over Historic Glen Burnie Property In $2.1M Deal
The property served as the home of Mike's Inland at Sunset and the longstanding Sunset Restaurant. Now, it'll serve as a new food hub.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Did Neanderthals Have Headaches? Glenview Doctor Explores In New Book
Neurologist Lawrence Robbins examines how our evolutionary past may help explain modern health problems in his new book.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Taking Your Dog Everywhere Can Cross A Line Even Dog Lovers Draw [The Question]
Even devoted dog owners have limits on where their pets belong, while others ask for “a little bit of grace” for well-behaved dogs.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Lemont, IL|
76 Dogs Removed From Lemont Home, Man Facing Animal Cruelty, Felony Weapons Charges: Police
Seventy-six dogs were found living inside the home and garage off of McCarthy Road, police said
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|
Rochester Hills Among Safest Places Cities In U.S.: Ranking
It is another milestone for the city, which was also recognized as the best place to live in Michigan and 7th best overall in the U.S.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Milford Board Makes Decision On Restrictions For Waterfront Properties
The board met earlier this week and considered a proposal on restricting how far homes can extend toward the Long Island Sound.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Yorktown-Somers, NY|
High-Tech Production Values Create Real Magic At Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience At FDR State Park
The nighttime woodland enchantment has returned to the Hudson Valley with old friends, new interactive features, & spellbinding surprises.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|
Paranormal Researcher To Share ‘Ghostly Encounters’ In Wallingford
Wallingford's Joe Franke, an original student of famed paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, has been carrying on their work.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
35 Criminal Charges For Los Angeles Lakers Fan Arrested By Joliet Police
Joliet police captured the 27-year-old out of Chicago Heights and with 35 charges, and it's unclear when he's getting out of the jail.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet To Follow Rockford's Roadmap: City Council Hires Chicago Company To Perform Tourism Study
Joliet's City Hall called for a tourism study and market assessment, recommending the Hunden Partners based out of Chicago for $69,350.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Ready To Oust Architect After Bid Failure
The low bid was more than $5 million over the architect's estimate. The village is figuring out how to proceed.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Burglar Busted Breaking Into Tobacco Shop And Leaving Pet Canary Out In Cold: OLPD
The store manager called 911 when he saw the man inside the closed business on the live security camera, Oak Lawn police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Cuts Ribbon At Rebuilt Lower Wharf
Improvements were recently completed to the Lower Wharf in Southport Harbor, after it was damaged during a December 2022 storm.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|
Several Dogs Removed From Lemont Home, Charges Pending For Homeowner: Police
The dogs are being removed from the property by Cook County and multiple Animal Control agencies, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Zoning Board To Review Harbor Avenue Home Replacement, Coastal Variances
Madison Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings next month on proposed residential projects on Harbor Avenue and Liberty Street.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
Rainbow Crosswalk Backlash Spurs Swampscott To Adopt Official 'Flag Policy'
Swampscott Select Board Chair Katie Phelan expressed regret over how rainbow-painted crosswalks were painted black last week.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Ellicott City, MD|
1st Tea Farm In Maryland Savors Success Of Locally Grown Product
The Bakers of Howard County started raising tea plants at their Woodbine farm. They sell their products at their on-farm store.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Local Moms Hitting The Field To Raise Health Awareness In Mount Laurel
This is the third annual Powder Puff game.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|
Glen Ellyn To Vote On Special Use Permit, Zoning Variations For New Metra Station, Underpass
The requests received a positive recommendation from the village's planning commission in September.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
New CoreSite Data Center On County Ave. Will Be 4 Stories, 446,761 Square Feet
The Secaucus Zoning Board approved their height request in May. Now the town wants to limit how tall data centers can be near homes.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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