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Plainfield, IL|
Paraglider, 21, Dies After Crashing Into Field: Plainfield Police
The incident happened near 127th Street and Ridge Road on Saturday afternoon.
Shannon Antinori, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Car Plunges Into Des Plaines River After Driving Off Jefferson Street Bridge, Rescue Made In Water
The car sank immediately, and the driver was rescued by a buoy and paramedics, the eyewitness relayed.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|
Man, 22, Found Shot Multiple Times At Orland Forest Preserve: Sheriff
The Cook County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Fire And Rescue Teams Extinguish Apartment Fire On Pleasant Street: Videos
No one was injured during a third-floor apartment fire at the Hillside View Apartments on Pleasant Street on Saturday morning.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Wetlands Commission Approves Amity Road Subdivision, Reviews Ann Drive Fill Complaint
Bethany wetlands officials approve a three-lot Amity Road subdivision with conditions and review complaints involving two properties.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
Review: From Grannies To Keepy Uppy, 'Bluey's Big Play' Delights San Diego Fans Of All Ages
The beloved animated series comes to life at San Diego's Balboa Theatre with laughs, music and a few surprises.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Seniors Commission Explores Grant For New Accessible Bus, Reports 60 Medicare Registrations
East Lyme senior services considers an accessible bus, reports Medicare enrollment and discusses expanded technology assistance for seniors.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Football Team Edges Foran For 3rd Straight Win: PHOTOS
The Green Dragons head into the annual Green Bowl with three straight wins after beating Foran on Friday night.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
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Meriden, CT|
Robert J. Lynes Memorial Road Race In Meriden: PHOTOS
The event is held in memory of a lifelong Meriden resident, and helps support the preservation and beautification of Hubbard Park.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Long Island Restaurant Named Among Top 100 In America + Dairy Farm Stores Closing: LI Biz Roundup
Lion's Café set to open in East Hampton / LI Marine Veteran hopes to give prison horse new mission / Jake's 58 launches Toys For Tots drive
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Driver Dies After Fiery Crash On Fisk Road In Concord
The driver of a car that crashed into the woods near Thackeray Road on Friday night died due to injuries sustained in the fire.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Emerald High School Teacher Receives 2 National STEM Honors
Emerald High School's Priscilla Barton was named a Society for Science STEM Outreach Advocate and a Project Lead The Way Outstanding Teacher
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
Twisted Sister Costume Designer Reflects On Her Fashion, Rock 'N' Roll Journey
Bellmore native Suzette Guilot-Snider began designing costumes for Twisted Sister frontman and husband Dee Snider when she was 16 years old.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton Flight Attendant Could Land Her Own iHeartRadio Podcast
Christine Lenz is a quarterfinalist for Top Host. She's vying for $25K, her own podcast, and an appearance on Ryan Seacrest's show.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Tax Rates Dip In Concord, But Year-Over-Year Bills Are Going Way Up For Some Property Taxpayers: Follow-Up
Average assessed home jumps to $630K; many face huge increases; for the first time in decades, Penacook will see lower rates than the city.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|
Lindenhurst Applebee's Manager Among 15 Nationwide To Win Golden Apple Award
John Chesebrough was recognized for his leadership, 98% guest satisfaction rating and more than $13,000 raised for Toys for Tots.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Brick, NJ|
EMTs Save Lives Every Day; Brick Man Wants You To Know How Much It Matters
Five years ago, "I was clinically deceased," he said. He's seen his daughters graduate and traveled "because one guy said I'm not leaving."
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
Repeated Flooding Prompts Emergency Declaration In Mill Valley
City officials prepared for potentially costly storm damage, with no guarantee that emergency response expenses will be reimbursed.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Small Government, Please. Except For That Leaf Blower: Block Talk
Gas leaf blowers jolt neighbors awake and send exhaust into their homes. Some want bans and fines. Others vow they’ll never comply.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Norwich, CT|
Norwich Council To Consider $7.8K Public Works Transfer, Golf Course Budget
Norwich aldermen will consider Public Works funding shifts and spending authority for the Golf Course Authority at their Nov. 16 meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Manassas, VA|
Manassas Teen Earns Girl Scouts' Highest Honor For Period Poverty Project
A Manassas teenager has earned the Girl Scouts' Gold Award for a project to educate girls on periods and provide products equitably.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
UES Esplanade Reopening Date Set After Construction Delay
New Yorkers will be able to walk, jog, or bike along a contiguous East River Esplanade for the first time in more than four years.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Nationwide Ground Stop Ends After Disrupting Connecticut Flights
Bradley officials confirmed the nationwide flight halt is affecting departures and urged travelers to check their flight status.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Seeks State Grant For $20 Million Oswegatchie Hills Purchase, Sets Traffic Camera Hearing
East Lyme authorizes a grant application, schedules a traffic camera ordinance hearing and reviews school reorganization.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Columbia, MD|
MD, VA Breast Cancer Survivors Share Stories Of Grief, Fear, Faith, Recovery
Breast Cancer Month falls in October, but the battle lasts beyond those 31 days. Four women shared their personal journeys with Patch.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Islanders Defenseman Matthew Schaefer Surprises 4-Year-Old Fan
Bellmore boy Caden Manzella, who has undergone three heart surgeries, was invited to an Islanders game after Schaefer heard his story.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township Leader Gets Rare Rejection Week After Election Loss
The board majority overruled the supervisor's and the township lawyer's advice and hired an attorney to help with public records requests.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ledyard, CT|
Ledyard Council To Consider $24,000 Grants, Police Equipment Purchase And Hunting Extension
Ledyard officials will consider police funding, a $24,000 equipment purchase, hunting rules and a possible town manager review.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
CIAC Dedicates 2026 Field Hockey State Tournament To Memory of Longtime Journalist, Patch Editor Tim Jensen
The late Tim Jensen, a longtime Connecticut sports journalist who loved field hockey, is being recognized for decades of coverage.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Zoning Board Approves Liberty Street Dormer, Delays Harbor Avenue Home Decision
Historic home renovation wins unanimous support; coastal rebuilding proposal faces scrutiny over height, size and flooding.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
New Thai Restaurant Coming To Secaucus
It will be called N Thai, and said they will be serving "elevated Thai dining, 100 percent halal and handcrafted mocktails."
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Miracle Christmas Eve Call Meant New Life For Baby With Cancer, Now 7
“I got it all!” The doctor’s words changed everything for one LI family whose infant daughter had been diagnosed with cancer.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Upper West Side, NY|
Central Park’s Rudin Playground Set For Major Upgrade
The redesign would add an accessible entrance, new play structures and more seating.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
She Fled Civil War At Age 13. Now She Builds Affordable Homes For NJ Families
Adenah Bayoh arrived in the United States with empty pockets – then carved out a real estate and restaurant empire.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Suncoast Storytelling Festival Celebrates 10 Years In St. Pete
The festival features four nationally recognized storytellers, hands-on workshops and an evening concert at the Sunshine Center.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
Illuminated Skull Brings Día De Los Muertos Message To Downtown Redwood City
The new Art Kiosk installation draws on Mexican heritage, immigrant stories and the tradition of honoring loved ones.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Author Turns Loss Of Dog Rhylee Into Self-Published Book
After her rescue dog Rhylee died, a Bridgewater woman wrote a book about grief, love and pet companionship.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Incoming Cook Assessor 'Deeply Disappointed' With Lyons Township's Lack Of Action
He said the township failed to move on replacing him. He wanted to resign and prepare for his new job.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Camillo Cites Progress In School Board Lawsuit Talks As Dispute With Greenwich DTC Continues
First Selectman Fred Camillo said he met with two BOE members on Nov. 9 regarding the ongoing lawsuit against the school board.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Blight Board To Hold Hearing On Beverly Lane Property, Review 11 Other Addresses
During the upcoming meeting, officials will examine ongoing ordinance cases and new complaints.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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