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The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|
Haddam Selectmen Hire Social Services Director, Make Commission Appointments, Approve Tax Refunds
Haddam selectmen hire a social services director, fill commission seats and approve nearly $700 in tax refunds.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Jenni 'JWoww' Farley From MTV's 'Jersey Shore' Visits Pasta Bowls In Greenwich
The Greenwich restaurant had another celebrity visit recently, the owner told Patch.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Police Commission Approves 2027-28 Budget, Capital Request As Department Reports October Crime Data
Orange police commissioners approve budget requests, review October arrests and crashes, and discuss grants for a new drone.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
FDA Warns Popular New Drugs May Cause Blindness: Recall Roundup
Recalls address salmonella outbreak, possible listeria contamination and a Thanksgiving staple that may taste like soap (it’s not cilantro).
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Has Never Seen Development, Growth Like This On Full Display: Shopping, Restaurants And Entertainment
It got off to a slow start years ago, but Joliet's Rock Run Collection is underway as more retail stores are building near Hollywood Casino.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
Algonquin Powerlifter, 67, Sets Sights On World Record
After a back injury sidelined him for nearly 40 years, Lawrence DeSantis returned to competitive powerlifting in his 60s.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
Wonder Opens In Upper Marlboro With 20+ Eateries Participating
Wonder celebrated its grand opening recently at 10432 Campus Way South in Upper Marlboro at the Largo Plaza.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Maryland Man Charged In Gunpoint Robbery Of Fairfax City Mail Carrier: Court Records
Federal court records detail a gunpoint robbery of a Fairfax City mail carrier and an investigation into stolen checks and mail theft.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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New Milford, CT|
New Milford Council Reviews Vape Shop Ordinance, Approves Fire Department Grant And Donations
New Milford Town Council discusses vape shop licensing, approves a $7,300 fire grant and appoints two Bee City members.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Man Shatters Glass Counter, Swipes Cigarettes At 7-Eleven In Shirley: Police
No arrests have been made, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield District No. 1 Explains Fire Merger Concerns
District No. 1 cites debt, taxes and local control in explaining why it remains outside the proposed four-district merger.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
South Lakes Seahawks Face Washington-Liberty In Region 6B Football Playoff Opener
South Lakes enters the Region 6B playoffs with a 9-1 record as the Seahawks host Washington-Liberty Friday night in Reston.
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Orange, CT|
Orange Selectmen Vote To Issue Nonrenewal Notice For Flock Camera Contract, Approve Police Drone Grant
Orange selectmen authorize a Flock camera contract nonrenewal notice, approve a police drone grant and set 2027 meeting dates.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Career Day At Katherine Johnson Middle School Inspires Students To Explore Future Careers
More than 100 presenters shared 57 careers at Katherine Johnson Middle School, including former students now studying dentistry.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
Murrieta Triangle Development Heads Toward Green Light With Nov. 17 Hearing
Two property owners seek to remove a land restriction for the long-planned shopping center while preserving utility access for SoCal Edison.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Police, Fire Hand Out Hundreds Of Turkeys For Families In Need At Stew Leonard's In Norwalk
The store handed out hundreds of turkeys for families in need ahead of Thanksgiving during its 47th annual turkey brigade event.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Woman Lost Consciousness For 1 Minute While Joliet 24-Year-Old Strangled Her: Prosecutors
Fresh off his retention victory in the Nov. 3 election, Will County Judge Dan Rippy imposed the SAFE-T Act on Christian Garcia-Hernandez.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
'A Chance Worth Taking': Manhattan's Arrowhead Smoke Works To Close, Drew's Dogs To Take Over Space
Smoke Works owner Mike Bacon announced the closing on social media Thursday.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Veterans, Couples Honored In New Portrait Galleries
Belmont Village unveiled permanent galleries celebrating the military service and enduring love stories of its residents.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
Work Continues On Essex-Hudson Greenway In North Jersey: See Latest Updates
The massive hiking/biking path will cross through Bloomfield, Belleville, Glen Ridge, Jersey City, Kearny, Montclair, Newark and Secaucus.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Across America, US|
Their Hair, Their Rules? When Do Kids Get To Call The Shots [The Question]
Kids have opinions about their hair long before they’re grown. When should parents step aside, and do grandparents even get a say?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Celebrates Local Boxing Hall Of Famers
Ocean City presented proclamations recognizing Chuck Betson and Guy Gargan for contributions to boxing and local sports.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
'I Was Ready To Jump In The Water': 2 LI Boaters Help Search After Bridge Scaffolding Collapse
1 worker died, and another remains missing after scaffolding collapsed beneath the Loop Parkway Bridge in Long Beach on Weds., police say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
Tinley Mom, PTA Board Lead Efforts To Create Sensory Zones At School Events
Ashley Patrick, Memorial School PTA leaders are working to create spaces with sensory accommodations for neurodiverse students, families.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
Upper East Siders Can Help Decide How To Spend $1M
Council District 4 is collecting ideas for public improvements through Nov. 30. Residents ages 11 and up can vote.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Massive Microsoft Outage Hits South Bay City Halls, Disrupts Government Communications
Microsoft's outage disrupted city employees across the South Bay and Santa Monica, prompting a public alert in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Petition Seeks Sidewalk Along South Maple For Safety
A Keystone Court resident asked Bernards officials to consider a South Maple sidewalk after submitting a petition with 55 signatures.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Board Questions Math Results, Reviews Tutoring
JFK’s math proficiency was 29% in 2025-26; officials reported 60 students receiving tutoring as board members questioned support.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Woodbridge, VA|
New Discount Skincare, K-Beauty Shop Coming To Potomac Mills
A beauty store specializing in deeply discounted and on-trend products is coming to Potomac Mills.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Heroin Dealer Used Western General Store To Sell Drugs, Warns Her Buyers 'To Be Careful': Prosecutors
Kristina Sholtes, 34, must remain detained under the SAFE-T ACT as Will County Judge Sherri Hale has ruled against the Joliet woman.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Central, South Fall Short On State Geography Standards: District
The district plans "lunch-and-learn" sessions to help students catch up.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
What Went Wrong Before Brooklyn's Deadly Building Collapse
Past NYC building collapses reveal how excavation can threaten neighboring structures, as investigators search for answers in Flatbush.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Livermore, CA|
Commercial Fire Reported At Livermore Lab Address: PulsePoint
Nine emergency units were dispatched Thursday morning, according to PulsePoint. A Sutter representative said the lab remained operational.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|
$28K Raised For Family Of Young Chef Killed In Mundelein Murder-Suicide
Maclaine Schmidt, 22, was pursuing a career in the culinary arts when his life was cut short in October shooting.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|
Baby, 2 Adults Suffer Smoke Inhalation, Cat Dies In Fierce Polish Town Fire: FD
A dog escaped unharmed, fire officials say.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|
7 Tips For First-Time Artwork Buyers: Holiday Guide For NJ Shoppers
An original piece of art doesn’t need a gallery-sized budget. Here are some quick tips from an expert ahead of the holiday shopping season.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Temecula, CA|
'Fight The Powerlink': Hundreds Pack Temecula Town Hall To Oppose SDG&E Plan
"SDG&E's Powerlink is not a done deal, and it's not going away without a fight."
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Freehold, NJ|
Bruce Springsteen Honors Veteran Father In NJ Hometown
Known as "a tough guy with a sweet heart," Douglas Springsteen was honored as part of the Veteran Sign Recognition Program on Wednesday.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Woman From Lyndeborough Arrested On Stalking, Violation Of A Protective Order Charges In Concord
Kamari Walker was accused of recording a protected party with her phone after a custody exchange outside Concord Police HQ in early October.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Sacred Heart Academy’s Season Ends In Class L Girls Soccer Tournament: PHOTOS
The Sharks’ season came to an end with a second-round loss to North Haven in the CIAC Class L girls soccer tournament.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
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