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Concord, NH|
Head-On, Rollover, And Multi-Vehicle Weekend Crashes Reported In Allenstown, Loudon, And Pembroke
Videos: Capital Region first responders were kept busy on Saturday and Sunday with crashes that sent people to Concord Hospital.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Car Meet-Up In Secaucus Kohl's Parking Lot
Secaucus Police were called there at 4:34 a.m. Sunday for cars driving recklessly in the parking lot.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Durham-Middlefield, CT|
Durham Zoning Board Approves Setback Variance For Front Porch At 16 Austin Road
Durham's Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a setback variance for a proposed front porch and portico at 16 Austin Road.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood, PA|
More Red Light Cameras Coming Soon To Lower Merion
After launching the program this year, the township is bringing the red light cameras to two more intersections.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
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Lacey, NJ|
Lacey Township Police Honor Officers For Life-Saving Efforts, Bank Robbery Case
Awards in Lacey Township highlighted officers' CPR efforts, a bank robbery case and a June 30 water rescue.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Selectmen To Discuss Amazon Drone Deliveries, Racebrook Tract Grant And Road Repairs
Orange selectmen will discuss Amazon drone deliveries, a Racebrook Tract grant, road repairs and town service contracts Oct. 14.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|
600 Flags To Honor Veterans At Deerfield's Jewett Park
Residents can dedicate a flag for $35, with proceeds supporting two local veterans organizations.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange May End Its Legal Standoff With Nursing Home, Settlement Proposed
West Orange is facing several “builder’s remedy” lawsuits, including litigation from Daughters of Israel.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Suffield, CT|
Suffield Continues Hearing On Seven-Home Development
Commissioners continued the hearing to Oct. 27 while awaiting an engineer’s review and responses to a neighbor’s concerns.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Woodbury-Middlebury, CT|
Middlebury Zoning Board Reviews Lake Shore Drive Home Proposal, Schedules Two Variance Hearings
Middlebury zoning officials reviewed plans for a home at 440 Lake Shore Drive and scheduled two variance hearings for Nov. 4.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Man Cleared In Bear-Killing Case
Prosecutors cited the man's lack of a criminal record, military service and earlier attempts to protect his animals.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC's Highest-Paying Medical Careers Bring Six-Figure Salaries, Major Challenges
A new study reveals which careers can bring in $1 million the fastest. NYC doctors share what it takes to succeed in those fields.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Upper West Side, NY|
$10.2M Penthouse Tops UWS Luxury Real Estate Contracts
Ink has dried on five real estate contracts over $4,000,000 on the Upper West Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford Finance Board To Consider $26,700 Community Center Request, $89,636 Budget Transfer
Waterford finance officials will review a $26,700 Community Center request, an $89,636 budget transfer and 2027 schedules.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Lincoln-Way East Girls Golf Finishes Second At State Finals
The team competed at the state finals Oct. 9-10 in Decatur.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
Long Beach Council To Weigh Sweeping Ethics Reforms, Lobbying Rules
Proposed FAIR Act would expand transparency requirements, but city officials have raised concerns about enforcement, staffing and costs.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
Greek Restaurant Coming To Greenwich After Lengthy Delays
Restaurant plans were originally approved by Greenwich P&Z in 2022, but appeals were filed, settled and approved by Stamford Superior Court.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Bernards Moves Ahead With New Filming Permit Rules, Public Hearing Set
The revised ordinance would update Bernards' filming permit process as officials seek state film-ready certification.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield School Board To Consider Revised Calendar, Student Discipline Policy
Fairfield's school board will consider a revised student calendar, policy changes and climate survey results at its meeting this week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
$24.9M UES Penthouse Tops City's Luxury Residential Contracts
Ink has dried on nine real estate contracts over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Waterford, CT|
Waterford RTM Approves Sewer Rate Increase, 2027 Beach Fees And $200,000 Water Reserve
Waterford RTM approved higher sewer rates, 2027 beach fees and a $200,000 water reserve, and heard a warning about sewer finances.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Caroline Torosis
Part 6 of 12: Patch speaks with Caroline Torosis as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Official Threatens Critic With Arrest, Advises He Get Bond Money
The village won't divulge video of an incident involving an elected library board member, citing what it says is an ongoing investigation.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Former Teammates Of Slain Pittsburgh-Area Student Raising Money In Her Memory
Peters Township High School women's field hockey players have united in a fundraising effort to honor Karoline Heintz.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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Peters, PA|
Former Teammates Of Slain Pittsburgh-Area Student Raising Money In Her Memory
Find out here how the ex-teammates of Karoline Heintz are benefiting a nonprofit organization to honor her.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|
1 Injured In Bus Crash On Garden State Parkway, NJ State Police Say
The bus was going north when the driver lost control of the vehicle and hit the guardrail, police said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|
NJ Environmentalists Hold ‘Funeral’ In Montclair To Push For Polluters Pay Act
The battle over a controversial bill continues in New Jersey. Here’s what the debate is about – and where the proposed law currently stands.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Reviews Future Of School Buildings
A task force will study enrollment, operating costs and building configurations before presenting options in December.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Darien, CT|
Former Darien Church Approved For Demolition, Property Subdivision
Plans call for the property to be subdivided into four separate single-family residential lots.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|
Mendham Twp. Faces $444K In Wastewater Fines, Eyes Settlement
Veolia Water North America-Northeast LLC will pay the fines, according to the township.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
Lexi’s Law Network Receives Citation At Community Day
Brie Abate says advocacy continues after Rep. Tom Delnicki presented a state citation at the Sept. 26 event.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
The Legend Of Gunboat Johnson: The Singing 'Candidate'
The curious "candidacy" of Gunboat Johnson has created a roadside frenzy.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Ross Dress For Less To Open New Store In Bridgewater
"Coming Soon" signs could be seen outside the store this weekend.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Philadelphia, PA|
Philadelphia Coffee Shop Ordered To Close After Health Inspector Reports Mouse Poop, Breeding Flies
Mouse droppings in the kitchen and flies breeding under the espresso machine were among the findings.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh Restaurant Slapped With Consumer Alert
Find out here what prompted the Allegheny County Health Department to issue a consumer alert for the eatery.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Church Wants To Open In La Grange Neighborhood
The congregation is now "very small," the pastor said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme Zoning Board To Hear Five Cases Involving Excavation Permit, Flood Zones And Home Replacements
Old Lyme's Zoning Board of Appeals will hear five cases Oct. 15 involving an excavation permit, home replacements and flood zones.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
No Armed Robbery At Burger King In New Lenox Sunday: Police
Police clarified they were called for a report of a road rage incident in which a gun was mentioned but not seen or displayed.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
North Fork Community Comes Together Sunday To Remember Lori Panarello, 'Truly A Force For Good'
A community gathering to honor, remember Lori Panarello will be held Sunday. "Lori had an infectious ability to make dreams come true."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Clinton, CT|
Clinton Harbor Dredging Concerns Persist As Town Marina Reports $142,163 In Revenue
Clinton Harbor officials report dredging concerns, $142,163 in marina revenue, storm flooding and plans for dock improvements.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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