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La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township 'Ghost Payroll,' Girlfriend Trips Alleged
The supervisor blamed the clerk for "wild actions" and "false accusations."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Remodeling Underway On Portion Of South Port Shopping Center In Shirley
The northeast pad contains Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Buffalo Wild Wings, a UPS Store, and more.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Falls To Lauralton Hall In Field Hockey Season Opener: PHOTOS
Hamden opened the season on the road against Lauralton Hall in Milford.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
South Lakes Football Faces West Potomac Test After Dominant 3-0 Start
Seahawks, their “smart” defense to take on speedy Wolverines in game that will show where they stand at the start of the Concorde District
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New York City, NY|
NRTHRN Strong Partners With Extension Health For New VO2 Max Testing
The program is designed to help members establish a fitness baseline and track changes over time.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|
Lisle Park District To Discuss Prohibiting E-Scooters, E-Bikes In Parks
The ordinance would amend the park district's current code of conduct booklet regarding personal transportation devices.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Fire Island, NY|
Arson Squad Investigating Fire At Fire Island Pines Manse: Police
The fire started at the Ocean Walk home at around 1:10 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|
SF Approves Nearly $2 Million Payout to Family Of Cyclist Fatally Doored By City Worker
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved the settlement during its meeting on Tuesday.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Redondo Beach, CA|
RPV Landslide Movement Falls Below Key Threshold
Movement fell below 1 inch per week for the first time since 2023, a benchmark Edison has cited for potentially restoring power.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Queens, NY|
Shops at Atlas Park Starbucks Workers In Queens Vote To Unionize
Workers are seeking improved staffing and hours, higher take-home pay and stronger workplace protections.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Boy, 13, Struck And Killed by Fleeing Burglary Suspect In Southwest Riverside County
"Our family is devastated by this unimaginable loss," says the family of 13-year-old Cody Valentino Garcia Villatoro, killed in Menifee.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Flushing-Murray Hill, NY|
New 63K-Square-Foot YMCA Breaks Ground In Flushing
The new building will expand health, fitness and community programming for residents of all ages.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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Burr Ridge, IL|
Grocery Chain Still Plans Willowbrook Location Near Route 83
The village bought a property for redevelopment. The store is planned there.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Historic District Commission To Review Pedestrian Improvement Project
Commissioners will walk the proposed retaining wall site and examine material samples this month for planned Boston Post Road project.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Redondo Moves Forward With Seaside Lagoon Overhaul
The city is advancing its long-planned waterfront rehabilitation to the Coastal Commission after a competing wave-pool concept emerged.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Gramercy-Murray Hill, NY|
Shake Shack, Jeremy Fall Team Up for One-Day Breakfast NYC Event
The limited-edition menu will be available from 8 to 10 a.m. for one-day only at the chain's original Madison Square Park location.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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Smithtown, NY|
Smithtown BBQ Spot Reopens After Fire Shut It Down For More Than A Year
The owners of Big Belly Que nearly lost their business after a fire. Now, loyal customers are helping fuel its comeback.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Fianceé Taken By Joliet Fire Department Ambulance, Leon Franchini Taken To Will County Jail By Joliet PD
Leon Franchini, age 45, had an active Will County arrest warrant for failing to appear in court on previous domestic battery charges.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Secaucus Mayor Now Wants A 'Pause' On Data Centers
After months of touting their benefits, Gonnelli is now calling for a pause on future data centers in town.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Great Taste Of Europa Sets The Table For Temecula Locals, Visitors Saturday
Let your taste buds journey across Europe as you sip, sample, and savor the food and wine at this much-anticipated festival this weekend.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Clarendon Hills Caucus Criticized, Loses About Half Of Key Members
The group is no longer operating in good faith, one of the resigning members said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|
New Canaan Town Council To Receive Financial Update, Committee Reports During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The New Canaan Town Council is scheduled to meet on Sept. 16, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|
Malden Clears Way For Cottage Kitchens Beginning In 2027
Some homes in Malden may soon be spots to pick up certain food goods.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|
Guilford Residents Authorize Purchase Of Church Street Property For $1.77 Million
A special Town Meeting was held on Tuesday as voters decided whether to authorize Guilford to purchase a "strategic" parcel of land.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Danville, CA|
Danville's Front Street Park Renamed Eugene O'Neill Park
Leaders from Danville and New Ross, Ireland gathered in Danville to celebrate the renaming of the park for the famous playwright.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Shone Farm Residents Weather Hot September Afternoon: Photo Of The Day
Shone Farm bovines take advantage of the Shone Farm watering system as temperatures topped 86 degrees on Monday.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Haverford-Havertown, PA|
Former Delco Hospital Could Get New Life, But Return Of ER Not Guaranteed
A $1M state grant could bring emergency care back to one of Delco's shuttered hospitals. But the future of the site remains unclear.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
'Slide, Ride, Swing' At Coming Hinsdale Playground
It will combine traditional elements with challenging ninja-style features, an official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Norwalk, CT|
Norwalk P&Z To Hold Public Hearings During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The Norwalk Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet on Sept. 16, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Melick's Town Farm Stand's Future Unclear As Decision On Storage Facility Looms
Rebecca Melick said community support has grown as a pending application threatens the site. A final vote is expected next week.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Woman Who Escaped From Custody At Concord Hospital Has Been Captured By NH State Police: Update
Police and troopers were searching for Keri Pagnozzi, 46, a woman who reportedly made threats against cops and escaped custody Wednesday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Fremont Adopts 'ICE-Free Zones' Resolution For City Property
In a unanimous vote, the Fremont City Council voted during its Tuesday meeting to go through the resolution.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
Coastal Swimming Areas Reopened In Fairfield: Health Department
Lake Mohegan beach, swimming area and splash pad are closed for the season.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint, NY|
K9 Resorts To Open Luxury Dog Daycare, Boarding Facility In Dumbo
The facility will offer luxury boarding accommodations as well as indoor and outdoor play areas.
David Luces, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Data Sleuths Will Dig Through Company Records For Violations
A new team will dig into company records for problems hidden from workers and consumers.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
Guilty Plea After Crash Killed Beloved Hampton Bays Man, Known For Can-Collecting In Community: DA
Angel Astimbay was a beloved man known for collecting cans around the Hampton Bays community; he had a shopping cart of cans when killed: DA
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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Salem, MA|
Salem Animal Shelter Makes 'Urgent Call' Amid Water Main Break
The Northeast Animal Shelter of Salem was seeking fresh water donations to maintain operations on Wednesday.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Toilet Papering During Homecoming Week, Channahon Man Attacks Youth, Goes To Jail: Police
Channahon police officers responded to Terrence Davisson's house on West Quail Drive and now he's facing aggravated battery crimes.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Rachel McQuillen Puts Growth, Rising Costs At Center Of Fairfax City Council Reelection Bid
Fairfax City Council member Rachel McQuillen prioritizes managing growth and rising costs while protecting quality of life.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|
Annual 'Run for Richie' 9/11 Memorial Ride To Be Held In Forest Hills: What To Know
The Forest Hills Volunteer Ambulance Corps and NYC Punisher Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club will honor the life of Richard Allen Pearlman.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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