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Hillsborough, NJ|
New 'Ultimate' Trampoline, Adventure Park Sets Opening Date In Somerset
Bounce Air Park announced a soft opening for its 20,000-square-foot indoor playground.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Pritzker Signs Law Establishing July 25 As 'Emmett Till Day ' To Keep Teen's And Mother's Legacy From Erasure
“This legislation ensures that Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, will never be forgotten,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
His Medical Care Is Covered For Life — Now Dallas Just Needs A Family
The 2-year-old rescue's epilepsy treatment is covered for life through North Shore Animal League America's Pet Health Center.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Medford, NY|
Niece's Tragic LI Murder, In Battle Lost With Domestic Violence, Inspires Cancer Warrior Aunt's Activism
After Elizabeth Hernandez's 2013 slaying, Lisa Cucuzza-Jimenez took up women's causes and started a food pantry, Little Bit's Blessing Box.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|
Data Centers, DPW Study To Be Discussed By Mendham Township
The Township Committee will also discuss tree regulations, emergency brush pickup, and banner regulations during its Monday meeting.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
5 Years After Horrific Quogue Crash Leaves 5 Dead, Heartbreak Endures: 'None Of Us Will Ever Be The Same'
Kurt Kiess, who lost his son in a crash that left 5 dead, fights for change. "After 5 years, nothing has been resolved — it's shameful."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|
Dutch Bros. Coffee Proposal Heads To Village Board Vote In Glen Ellyn
The village will vote Monday on special use permit and zoning requests for a Dutch Bros. drive-thru on Roosevelt Road.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Bed-Stuy, NY|
Bed-Stuy Neighbors Are Trading Skills Without Money
A Brooklyn project is bringing neighbors together through exchanges that turn everyday skills into community connections.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Brooklyn, NY|
Brooklyn Neighbors Are Trading Skills Without Money
A Brooklyn project is bringing neighbors together through exchanges that turn everyday skills into community connections.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
Nonprofit, College Apartment Residents Team Up To Repurpose Household Items
A nonprofit has teamed up with a developer of a UMD college apartment to repurpose unwanted household items to those in need.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
'BottleRock Style' Festival For SMC Among Tourism Group's Big Goals
Officials also highlighted Redwood City attractions, sports tourism and food events as part of a strategy to boost visitors and hotel stays.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
ATM Skimmer Found At Fremont Convenience Store: Police
Skimmers are made to look like a part of a payment device and are used to steal card information.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Across America, US|
What Your Neighbors Say About Park Etiquette Basics: Block Talk
Sharing public parks comes down to common sense, readers say. Leash dogs, slow down on trails and remember the space belongs to everyone.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|
Guilford Charter Revision Commission To Hold Public Hearing On Proposed Charter Changes
Several proposed charter revisions would affect local elections, the budget process and town government terminology.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Official, Critic Trade Barbs At Meeting On Downtown Architecture
A committee head suggested the critic seemed like he was being paid to disrupt proceedings.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|
'We Both Were In A Fit Of Rage': Yorkville Woman Shoots Boyfriend While On Probation, Prosecutors Allege
The woman, who called 911 to report her boyfriend was shot, initially told police he attacked her, then shot himself, officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Clearwater, FL|
Former Tampa TV Executive Opens School Of Rock In Clearwater
After 23 years in television, a former Tampa-area executive has opened a School of Rock franchise in Clearwater.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Construction Delayed For NESE Natural Gas Pipeline Under Raritan Bay
Dredging of the Raritan Bay seabed will be a big part of the work, as Williams has to bury the NESE pipeline under the sea floor.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|
Contentious Project Faces Pushback Over Fire, Parking Concerns In Marin County
Residents warned a proposed trail expansion could worsen wildfire evacuation, parking and neighborhood safety concerns.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
$150 Fee Sparks Debate At Princeton School Board Meeting
Superintendent Michael LaSusa said a flat fee was the simplest approach to close a district budget gap.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Merrifield Apartments Redevelopment Plan Advances, Adding Nearly 3,000 Homes Near Metro
Fairfax planners advanced a Merrifield plan allowing nearly 3,000 homes near Dunn Loring Metro. Supervisors vote Sept. 15.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien Selectmen To Review Tax Appeal Settlement, Blight Foreclosures, Updated Town Plan
Here's a preview of the upcoming Darien Board of Selectmen meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
NJ Senator Wants To End Federal Ban On Weed. Here’s What Trump Says
Cory Booker is calling for a shakeup of the nation’s marijuana laws. So is Donald Trump – here’s what they’re both suggesting.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Two Major Housing Concepts, Including 350-Unit Northfax Project, Head To Fairfax City Planners
Fairfax City planners will review two major pre-application housing concepts during Monday's work session.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Madison, CT|
Madison Board Of Finance To Consider Public Works Equipment Lease, Youth Employment Grant
The board is scheduled to meet remotely on Monday.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
NJDOT Denies Route 202/206 Access For Controversial Bridgewater Affordable Housing Project
Wheatsworth Properties Urban Renewal, LLC, has filed an appeal to the New Jersey Department of Transportation's decision.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
New St. Pete Thrift Store Funds Marine Conservation, Green Projects
Blue Urban Project's new thrift store serves as both a community hub and the primary funding source for the nonprofit's environmental work.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|
'If They Tested The Vapes': What A Massapequa Woman's Attorney Expects From Discovery In Her Murder Trial
The attorney for a Massapequa woman accused of murder said he expects to receive vape tests, medicals and bodycam footage by Aug. 25.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Farmington, CT|
Farmington PZC Rejects Controversial Housing Development Plan
It voted 6-0 to deny The Enclave proposal, citing density, traffic, flooding, and town development plan concerns.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
Classic 1970s Rockers Team Up For Philly Area Show: Review
Chicago and Styx visited Camden, N.J., on their "Windy City" tour on Wednesday night, showcasing a night of classic hits.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Dylan Newman Forever 5 Annual Softball Tournament And Raffle Honors Teen Lost Too Soon: 'Love Never Fades'
"Some people leave footprints that time can never erase."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Paramus, NJ|
Mall Robbery Suspects Ram NJ Cop Cars While Fleeing, Authorities Say
When police tried to arrest three men in a Bergen County mall parking lot, they rammed police cars to escape, officials said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh-Area Restaurant Repeatedly Cited By State
Find out here what inspectors discovered at this Pittsburgh-area restaurant this week.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Reston Town Center North Redevelopment Advances To Fairfax Board
Fairfax County Planning commissioners votes on Reston Town Center North redevelopment.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|
19-Year-Old Stabbed In Fist Fight At Restaurant On Main Street In Sayville: Police
UPDATE: A 23-year-old Sayville resident has been arrested for assault and weapon possession, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Man Punched In Parking Lot Outside Pizza Hut In Shirley: Police
He has been involved in an argument with another man he knows at around 5:45 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Islip, NY|
6 Taken To Hospital After 2-Vehicle Crash In Islip: Police
UPDATE: The people, which included the two drivers and their four passengers, were treated for non-life-threatening injuries, police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|
Fitzpatrick Wins Historic Endorsement From AFL-CIO In Bid For Re-Election
The Bucks County Congressman is the only Republican candidate for federal office in America to earn the federation’s endorsement.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Southampton, NY|
Hamptons Pilates Teacher, Diagnosed With Brain Tumor Days Before Wedding, Looks Back: 'It Was Terrifying'
"Gratitude is often where peace grows." A fundraiser Friday give backs to the New York Proton Center, which saved Southampton woman's life.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Big Bear Bald Eagle Healing At Raptor Center, Receives Transfusion From 'Spirit'
A team of expert veterinarians is working on the medical mystery of Southern California's Bald Eagle mom, Jackie.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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