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Brooklyn, NY|
The Crabby Shack Has Been A Brooklyn Staple for 12 Years. Now It’s Fighting To Stay Open
After a possible closure announcement, Brooklyn owners are hoping their seafood spot can remain a neighborhood fixture.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
This Combat Sport Swings Pillows Instead Of Punches: Why ESPN Keeps Airing Professional Pillow Fights
Watch closely as weighted pillows, flying spins, and championship drama transform a childhood pastime into a televised combat sport.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Healdsburg Chef Lets The Harvest Write Menu
Chef Mateo Granados trades restaurant walls for gardens, orchards, and ever-changing menus in Healdsburg.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Five Towns, NY|
Nassau County Athlete Of The Week: Valley Stream Resident Keith Drayer Swimming For A Cause
Valley Stream native Keith Drayer swam nine miles across two days on July 31 and Aug. 1, making him the Nassau County Athlete Of The Week.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|
$4.1M Coming To Wyandanch For New Park Space, Upgrades
The state funding will support a new Great Lawn with a dog park, playground and community garden.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Milford, MA|
New Brunch Spot Planned For Milford
The eatery focused on breakfast, brunch and lunch is preparing to open on East Main Street.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Boardwalk Redevelopment Report Delayed By Ocean City Council
Councilmembers tabled voting on the report due to the threat of a lawsuit.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|
Buffalo Grove Gateway Signs To Be Replaced, Expanded
The village plans to install five or six new signs in 2026, with the remaining work expected in 2027.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Paramus, NJ|
Man Exposed Genitals In Mall Parking Lot In Bergen County: Police
The man kept stopping his Mercedes near women in the parking lot, said police in Bergen County.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|
After Crash, LI Funeral Worker Finds New Calling Helping Grieving Pet Owners
Ty and Derek Morrison say their family-run business helps pet owners through one of the hardest parts of loving an animal.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Selectmen To Consider Flock Agreement, Food Waste Collection And New Planning District
Orange selectmen will consider the Flock agreement, food waste collection and a new conservation and traffic mitigation district.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
UES Billiards Hall To Be Reincarnated As Hot Yoga Studio
The billiards hall has space for up to 75 yoga mats, the owner told Patch.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Passes Ordinance On Snow, Ice Removal Near Fire Hydrants
Council members backed the public safety measure after residents raised concerns about ice, age and access.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Frankfort Bar Burglarized Early Thursday: Sheriff
Two gaming machines were damaged, and the cash boxes were stolen, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|
Almost Home Founder Eyes Expansion Into Ocean County
"I love taking care of people. I love the idea of building a place that has longevity and contributes to the community around it."
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Village Board Rejects Proposal For 1.2M-Square-Foot Warehouse Development
The developer first began working with the village two years ago on the proposal to build a warehouse off Ridge Road and Johnson Street.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Stamford, CT|
Popular High-End, Fast-Casual Restaurant Concept Opens In Stamford
The restaurant scene in Stamford has a new addition.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Lockport Receives $119K State Grant For Industrial Site
The grant will be used for infrastructure assessment and topographic surveying for a 146-acre industrial site.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|
Northern Virginia Farmer Launches Goat Landscaping Business
A Prince William County farmer is putting her goats to work, hiring them out as gentle, environmentally friendly landscapers.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
2 Community Figures Who Shaped Generations Remembered In Redwood City
The City Council remembered two longtime community figures while recognizing the importance of local parks and recreation.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Elmhurst, IL|
Bright Spot For Elmhurst: Fully Funded Pensions In Decade
The city is doing much better than a lot of towns, including Hinsdale and La Grange.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Shorewood Machete Incident At Imperial Mobile Home Park Lands This Man In Handcuffs: Police
Shorewood police officers ordered Ruiz Carrasco to the rear of his vehicle and placed him in handcuffs.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
Lodi Man Caught With Child Sex Abuse Materials: Bergen County Prosecutor
The man was arrested after a search of his Lodi home on Thursday, prosecutors said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
$10.75M Downtown Land Deal Clears Way For Redwood City Development
The deal advances the project while shifting its affordable housing component closer to downtown.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
Park Avenue Armory Faces Pressure To Drop Knickerbocker Greys Eviction
Upper East Side lawmakers are rallying behind the 124-year-old youth cadet corps amid a yearslong legal battle over its historic home.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Driver Sent To Concord Hospital After SUV, Mustang Collide On Sheep Davis Road: Video
Police are investigating a crash on Route 106 on Friday. A driver was taken to the hospital after firefighters freed him from the car.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|
Where Is Rent Cheapest In CT? See The Most, Least Expensive Places
New Zillow data reveals the most affordable and expensive towns to rent in Connecticut.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Arson Squad Detectives Investigating Fire In East Patchogue: Police
It happened at around 1 a.m. on Friday, Suffolk police said.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Firing On All Cylinders: Fremont Photo Of The Day
Who knew there was clay at Lake Elizabeth?
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport Selectmen To Consider Emergency Management Authorization, Sewer Connection
Officials also may review a Center Street encroachment waiver and authorize property tax overpayment refunds.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|
Reward Offered For Suspect Who Attacked Postal Worker In San Leandro
The attack happened on Monday, July 27, as the postal worker was returning from her break, authorities said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Voters Likely To Weigh In On Bandshell Dispute
Two park officials recommended putting the issue on the ballot. This followed the denial of a voters' petition.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
NJ Lawmakers Clash Over Fate Of ICE Prison After 3 Detainee Deaths
Three people have died in ICE custody at the privately owned prison within a year, renewing calls to “shut down Delaney Hall.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
San Diego Weekend Guide: Margaritaville Run; Nighttime Zoo; San Diego Brew Festival; Turf & Surf Festival
Looking for some fun things to do this weekend, Aug. 8-9, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Uptown Ferry To Be Suspended In Hoboken This Weekend, Free Shuttle Offered
A free shuttle service will take Hoboken ferry riders to Weehawken so they can climb aboard there instead. See the timing.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Appearance Committee To Review 18-Home Mill Road Development
Officials also may examine downtown pedestrian upgrades, a four-unit apartment proposal and electric vehicle charging plans.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield TPZ To Hear Plan For Two 3-Story Commercial Buildings On Black Rock Turnpike
Upcoming public hearing also covers sewer upgrades, coastal work and zoning changes.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Culvert Failure Cuts Off Through Traffic On Suffield Street
The road is shut to through traffic as town officials work to rebuild a culvert engineers called a serious safety concern.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Councilman Larry Hug Noticing Far More Serious Car Crashes In Joliet: 'It's Really Gotten Out of Hand'
Hug brought up the topic of serious crashes taking place around Joliet during this week's Joliet City Council meeting, wondering why.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Detroit, MI|
Detroit Non-Profit Hosting Women's Health Summit: What To Know
The summit will provide women with an intimate setting to speak directly with health experts.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
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