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Joliet, IL|
Trouble At Shell Gas Station, Joliet Man Swings Car Door Open, Pops Woman With Fist: Prosecutors Reveal
Michael Ritchey has been put in the Will County Jail four different occasions since early last July. He's a Joliet 35-year-old.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Wildomar Amateur Boxer Heads To USA Boxing National Junior Olympics, Summerfest: Help Him Get There
Steven Rojas is a special kind of boxer, his home gym, Temecula Boxing Training Academy, says. Here's how to help support his journey.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Fish Pedicure Cited In Sentencing For $1.5M VA Charity Theft Case
Court records say a former campaign administrator stole more than $1.5 million, including money spent on a fish pedicure.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|
Farm Returns To Giving To Community After Winning Fight With Howell
Samrock Stables is hosting a fundraiser for Brick Police K-9s. Giving to the community was a constant before their fight for their farm.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
Mother Collects Doctorate Degree From Sacred Heart U. In Fairfield With Baby By Her Side
A TikTok video from the graduation is gaining popularity on the internet.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Barnstable-Hyannis, MA|
$1.6M Grant Will Help Cape Cod Gateway Airport Make Needed Improvements
The federal funds will help the airport repair its apron, an FAA document shows.
William Hall, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|
'An Unexpected Encore': Season Extended At The Flower Fields At Carlsbad Ranch
The Flower Fields will stay open through Sunday.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Glenview Corner Bakery Cafe Gets New Owners As Brand Expands In Chicago Market
Chad and Brittany Moore have taken over the business, which marks the 13th restaurant in the area.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Ex-La Grange Teacher's License May Be Suspended
He gave the school district two days' notice before he resigned.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|
VIDEO: Mets Star Surprises Lindenhurst Students As Stop & Shop Opens 100th NY School Pantry
New pantry at William Rall Elementary will support students and families with food and essential items.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Suburban Official Uses Insider Role For Wife's School Job
Her hours were bumped up without the board's approval. She was on the board when the school hired her.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|
Blue Island Residents Give Builders Capital 'Owner Representative' An Earful About Proposed Data Center
Blue Island residents pack city hall after learning that the data center people would be at Tuesday's city council meeting.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Stunning Upset In Belleville As Vélez Claims Victory In Mayor Election
Belleville’s mayor and council elections apparently ended with wins for the challengers: Frank Vélez, Danyale Wells and Michelle Rodríguez.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|
Major Redevelopment Planned For Prominent Canton Shopping Area
The proposed 'Canton Village' redevelopment includes apartments, retail space, and new green areas.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Spanberger Signs Health Care Bills At Inova In Fairfax, Capping Insulin Costs, Expanding Coverage
Gov. Spanberger signs health care bills at Inova Schar Cancer Institute, capping insulin costs and expanding coverage for Virginia patients.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
2 Brushfires Ignite In Riverside County: Cal Fire
Over a one-hour period, two wildfires ignited in Riverside County near Jurupa Valley and Goodhope.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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New Lenox, IL|
Boy, 5, Reported As Missing Was Found Safe Inside New Lenox Home: PD
A 911 caller told dispatch the boy was missing, but later found him inside the home before police arrived.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Budget Centers On Luxury Home Tax, Questions Remain
Mamdani’s $124.7B budget leans on a luxury second-home tax as officials say it will help close a multibillion-dollar gap.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|
Skokie Yellow Line Could Extend To Westfield Old Orchard: Mayor
Skokie Mayor Ann Tennes said preliminary, informal conversations about extending the "Skokie Swift" have been had.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Raritan Woman Seeks Living Liver Donor To Give Her The Best Hope At Life
Donna Lapadula was diagnosed with Primary Biliary Cholangitis 28 years ago, which has progressed to stage 4 and requires a liver transplant.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Schools Reopen After Massive Belleville Fire, State Of Emergency Lifted
The state of emergency is over after a fire ravaged a town in North Jersey. Here’s what comes next – and why some people are concerned.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Lacey School Board Seeks State Relief For Rising Health Benefit Costs
A resolution headed to the governor asks for short-term relief and long-term health benefit reforms.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien Great Island Committee To Discuss Parking Design, Accessibility And Infrastructure
Here's a preview of the upcoming Great Island Parking Design Committee meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|
200 Tons Of Soil, Plus Asbestos-Contaminated Debris At Toms River Park Site Being Removed
One contractor is to be paid $94K for the excavation; total costs for the project include two other contractors, according to documents.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
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Westwood-Hillsdale, NJ|
New Restaurant To Open Near Hillsdale Post Office
A new coffee and dessert shop is expected to open in Hillsdale soon. See when.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|
'Ultimate Act Of Selflessness': Trooper Trainor Remembered As A Hero In Salem Memorial Service
Friends, family members and law enforcement from across the region honored the memory of State Trooper Kevin Trainor at St. James Church.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Gas Prices Swing Nearly 40 Cents Along Short Stretch Of Randall, Rakow Roads
Where to buy gas, and we’re not too, on Wednesday.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Cinnaminson, NJ|
New Showcase Of Local Arts, Businesses Coming To Burlington County
All of the events are free to attend.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Fredericksburg, VA|
Fredericksburg Council Adopts FY2027 Budget; Increases Real Estate Tax Rate
Fredericksburg City Council adopts FY2027 budget, raising tax rates and utility fees to fund $110M in infrastructure.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|
Plant-Based Showdown: Chefs Vie For The Best Vegan Dish In Marin County
Eighteen local restaurants are competing in the month-long event, which also includes a program to encourage lasting dietary change.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Cranford, NJ|
Parking Dispute Turns Tense At Cranford Planning Board Meeting
Cranford sports facility owner walked out of a Planning Board meeting after a heated exchange over parking, safety, and prior approvals.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge To Host FIFA World Cup Fan Events After Earning NJ Grant
Bernards Township Officials announced Charter Day soccer activities, local watch parties and a June 13 Battle of Basking Ridge event.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
1 Hospitalized In Route 126, Essington Road Crash: Plainfield Police
The crash happened Wednesday morning in Plainfield.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
$11M Sewer Bonds, Solid Waste Plan Approved By Fairfax City Council
Fairfax City Council unanimously backs a 20-year waste plan focused on recycling, composting and tighter rules at the curb.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
East Village, NY|
Beloved Italian Sandwich Spot To Open New East Village Space
Inspired by the neighborhood's bar scene, the shop will have weekend-only breakfast sandwiches.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Finance Board Sets 23.06 Mill Rate, Accepts Wetlands Donation
Madison Board of Finance set the 2026-27 mill rate at 23.06 and accepted wetlands and grant donations.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Monroe, CT|
New Business Proposed For Prominent Site In Monroe
The proposal would convert the vacant building into a new use.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
UES Galleries Open Their Doors For Free Event This Weekend
From Dalí and Matisse to artist talks and historic mansion galleries, 45 Upper East Side art spaces will welcome visitors this weekend.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
Radwan Chowdhury Looks To Make MoCo A Place Where Residents Thrive
County Council candidate Radwan Chowdhury told Patch he's running in the 2026 election to make the region a place where residents thrive.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Stabbing On Mississippi Avenue: 'My Wife And I Are In Danger With Them In Our Home'
Last month, 20-year-old Jakaila Rancifer pleaded guilty and was sentenced for a 2025 battery crime. Now, she's back in Will County's Jail.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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