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Tinley Park, IL|
'It Was All God': Tinley Park Woman, Car Wash Manager Who Saved Her Life Meet Face-To-Face
After four months of wondering if she'd ever find her hero, Stacey Doranski met Skyler Smith in person Monday.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|
Massive, Water-Thirsty Data Centers Proposed In Southern California Desert
Will their promises hold true, and will they make life better for local residents?
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield RTM Vote Postponed On 2026-27 Town Budget
The legislative body was scheduled to vote on Monday on the recommended $400,371,929 spending plan.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Freehold, NJ|
Arrests Made In Freehold Public Library Shooting, Prosecutors Say
The shooting occurred on Thursday evening in the area of the Freehold Borough Public Library, authorities said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
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Bel Air, MD|
Tour MD Horse Farms During Preakness Festival
The Preakness Festival offers various events and activities ahead of the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes, including horse farm tours.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Man Arrested On Domestic Violence Charges Smiles For His Police Mugshot
Donald Tijan, age 64, was arrested by Joliet police and charged with multiple counts of domestic battery.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Haddonfield-Haddon Township, NJ|
New Healthy Eatery Hits Haddon Township
The family-owned franchise location serves plenty of protein-packed dishes.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Armed Career Criminal From Montana Gets 12.5 Years On Gun, Meth Charges After 2025 Vehicle Stop In Bow
Michael Vieu’s convictions, including assault to murder, date back to the 1980s in Massachusetts; AG’s Office drops ID, stolen car charges.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Mahwah, NJ|
2 Baby Bears, Left Behind By Mama In Bergen County, Have A New Home: See Where
Two of the baby bears that lived with their mother under a Bergen County home were abandoned. Now they have a new home.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|
Gilgo Beach Killer's Grisly, 4-Day Plan For Torturing, Dismembering, Dumping Victims Detailed In Documentary
"It's a four-day high — an adrenaline rush — and then he'd fly out to see his family."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Malverne-Lynbrook, NY|
Lynbrook Officials Break Down Tax Cap-Piercing Budget Ahead Of May 19 Vote
Lynbrook Public Schools is proposing a tax levy increase of 1.97 percent in the 2026-27 school year, with a vote set to take place May 19.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Local, Charming Restaurants On Long Island Taking Mother's Day Reservations
From classic brunch to indulgent steak dinners, LI is full of great spots to celebrate Mom this year.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Reston, VA|
Fairfax Board Approves Hearing Dates, Plan Reviews For Multiple Reston Developments
Supervisor Walter Alcorn moves to advance Reston projects, including the Crescent Apartments redevelopment and new housing on Sunset Hills.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
She Gave Joliet Its Unity Dome: Los Angeles-Based Artist Sijia Chen Offers Her Lasting Message For Joliet
Sijia Chen spent her past couple days overseeing the configuration of her Dome of Unity, the defining artpiece for Joliet's City Square.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Sushi By The Pound Spot Opening On Upper East Side
A chic, pared-down take on traditional sushi is coming to Carnegie Hill.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Danville Student Founds Soccer Nonprofit For Ukrainian Refugees
Monte Vista senior Ethan Klets founded Goals of Hope, which aims to provide confidence and friendship for newly-arrived Ukrainian children.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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New London, CT|
Speakeasy Bar, Restaurant Planned For Downtown New London
The venue would offer live jazz, karaoke, comedians, and more.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Phoenixville, PA|
Phoenixville To Consider Proposal For 14 New Homes
The developer says the units will have their own parking, though general concerns persist in the borough over increased traffic.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Historic La Grange Building's Demolition Set
Residents and a politician denounced the planned teardown. The developer plans 39 condos.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
New Indoor Children's 'Play Studio' Approved In West Hartford
The zoning board last month OK'd a permit for the 'Little Wanderers' indoor area, which will open this summer.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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Buffalo Grove, IL|
Buffalo Grove Rotary, Foundation Award Nearly $30K In Grants To 20 Local Nonprofits
Annual grants funded by BG Days and the Rotary Duck Race will support quality-of-life work in Buffalo Grove.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|
Roadside Assault Stopped By Toms River Schools Security Officer
The unarmed security officer was driving between schools in the district when she saw the assault and intervened, officials said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Hearing Thursday On Church That Seeks To Open Across From Woodbridge Crossing
There's a public hearing Thursday night on the church that would like to open at 400 Green Street, the old Wonder Bread outlet.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange School Board OKs Budget, Job Cuts Despite Protests From Teachers Union
One of the most controversial school budgets in years has crossed the finish line in West Orange.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Marblehead, MA|
'Smoke And Mirrors': Marblehead Town Meeting Approves MA Zoning Compliance Using Golf Course Property
After a four-year fight on a state 3A Community Act multi-family housing zoning mandate, town meeting members approved the compromise.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Natick, MA|
Natick Car-Wash Proposal Draws Hot Water, Temp May Go Up Wednesday
The town mulls a proposal to build an auto-cleaning business on Route 9, where a former retail store has sat vacant for three years.
William Hall, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Manhattanhenge 2026: What It Is, How To Watch
The city's most photogenic astronomy event of the year is back.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
East Brunswick’s Crystal Springs: Mayor Says Park Is Open, Vows Self-Sufficiency Fix
Mayor Cohen says the township will tap general funds to cover the park's costs this year while working toward financial self-sufficiency.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Western Springs, IL|
Another Western Springs Bar On Way?
The bar's owner referred to potential new tenants in the space.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
See Message Hoboken Restaurant Owners Left In Window After Zoning Board Decision
The Zoning Board made its decision on a Hoboken matcha donut shop last week.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|
'Everything Was Gone': Mom Of 2 Rebuilds After Devastating Plainview House Fire
The family is in need of summer clothing, especially for the girls, as camp is approaching.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Protesters Confront NYC Council Member Over Controversial Bill
Protesters confront officials over home care proposal, citing risks to patients and jobs amid broader labor fight.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Southbury, CT|
Invasive ‘Jumping Worms’ Reported In Southbury: What To Know
The worms were previously reported in Southbury and may be more active in Connecticut this year.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|
Invasive ‘Jumping Worms’ Reported In Brookfield: What To Know
The aggressive species has been spotted in parts of Connecticut and can damage soil and gardens.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Frankfort Honors Retiring Village Administrator For 40 Years Of Service
Rob Piscia has served as the Village Administrator since 2017.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|
Herndon To Prohibit Casinos As Town Seeks Control Of Downtown Land From Comstock: Updated
Herndon Mayor Keven LeBlanc outlines plans to ban casinos and provides an update on the legal battle to reclaim downtown land from Comstock.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete Couple With HSN Ties Plans Bookstore For Roser Park Neighborhood
A new community bookstore, Pages & Perks, plans to open soon in St. Petersburg's historic Roser Park neighborhood.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
Roller Coaster Ride In Playoffs: This Week In Philly Sports
The Philadelphia Flyers and Sixers are in a unique position of both being in the second round of the playoffs.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Condos Next Door? Darien Mayor Warns Of Possibility
The mayor railed against a state bill that would remove local zoning powers.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Voters Send $181.1M Budget To Referendum, Approve Capital Items At Town Meeting
Ridgefield voters advance $181.1M budget to referendum, approve $2.23M in capital items at annual town meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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