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Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Introduces Route 22 Starbucks Traffic Ordinance, OKs Developer Agreement
Council members also discussed site access, internal crosswalks and traffic flow tied to the approved project.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
New Executive Director, Museum Milestone Mark Turning Point For Keeler Tavern
Keeler Tavern names Tina Malhotra executive director as longtime leader Hildegard Grob retires after 14 years.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|
3 Teens Celebrated For Helping Residents Escape Ocean Co. House Fire
Three boys were walking home from fishing when they came across a smoke-filled home. Their actions saved lives.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|
Highland Park District 112 Recommends Lunch Provider For 2026-27 School Year
The recommended company was previously dropped after ISBE told District 112 to end its contract or risk losing federal funding.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
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Southington, CT|
Southington To Honor WWII Airman Returned Home After 80 Years MIA
Southington will honor the fallen hero June 22-23, more than eight decades after being killed mere weeks before the war's end.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Boxed LEGO Sets At Center Of Arlington Retail Fraud Case, 3 Charged
Boxed LEGO sets, including Star Wars and Disney Castle models, were tied to a fraud case involving 3 Falls Church residents.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Cranford, NJ|
Despite Rumors, Library Expansion On Track For Summer Reopening In Cranford
Officials addressed rumors about a stop-work order and confirmed the project remains on schedule for a summer reopening.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Sunnymead Landfill Redevelopment Plan Gets Approval From Hillsborough Planning Board
The Hillsborough Planning Board found the proposed Sunnymead Landfill redevelopment plan consistent with the township master plan.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Reston, VA|
Reston Association Board Weighs 2027 Budget Ideas, Pickleball And Dogwood Safety
Reston Association directors reviewed 2027 budget ideas, including pickleball, pool access, lake amenities and Dogwood safety.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Inland Wetlands Board Advances Regulations Update, Releases 2 Planting Bonds
Ridgefield wetlands officials advanced regulation revisions and approved two planting bond releases.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Ridge High School's 1st Ever Girls Ice Hockey Team Approved In Bernards Township
A parent group agreed to cover all program costs for the new team for the first two years.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
SIG ALERT: 60 Freeway Closure Remains Tuesday Due To Shore Fire Battle
A full closure of the 60 Freeway east of Moreno Valley to west of Beaumont was in place Tuesday morning.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax Woman Charged With Assaulting Roommate In Old Town Fairfax: Police
A Fairfax woman was charged after police said her roommate reported being assaulted early Thursday in Old Town Fairfax.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Tattoo Shop Rules Divide Elmhurst Officials
An alderman suggested the city is behind the times. Another said she was "slightly offended" by that argument.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Death Of Crystal Lake Boy, 8, Investigated By DCFS, Coroner, Police
Few new details are being released after an 8-year-old Crystal Lake boy died on June 6.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton Council To Revisit Disputed Shell Gas Station Rebrand
The city has clashed with a developer over a proposed Shell gas station on First Street, arguing it violates General Plan policies.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Dublin, CA|
Dublin Could Need Nearly 3,000 EV Charging Ports By 2045
The Dublin City Council will consider adopting an infrastructure plan aimed at supporting electric vehicle growth and climate goals.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
New E-Bike Speed Limit, Trail Restrictions Proposed In Danville Parks
Officials say the changes are aimed at improving safety and preventing damage to park facilities.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Athleto Opens New Pilates Studio In Fairfield
Fairfield is the studio's second Fairfield County location.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Village Council To Review Proposal For New Car Dealership On Ogden
The 36,245 square ft. dealership would occupy a 2.97-acre site at 330 Ogden Ave.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Naugatuck, CT|
Construction Of New Raising Cane's Restaurant Begins In Waterbury, Former Building Demolished
A Raising Cane's representative also confirmed a planned opening timeline for the new Waterbury restaurant.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
After Saving Little Leaguers Amid Hail Of Gunfire, IE Man Honored By Gov. Newsom
The fear in the kids' faces "is something that'll be etched in my mind probably for the rest of my life," Michael Dilger said.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Cadillac Overturns After 4-Car Pileup At Route 59, Lockport Street: Plainfield Police
The crash in downtown Plainfield resulted from a driver improperly using a lane, Plainfield police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Star Inn Motel Disturbance, Joliet Police Arrest Man With Torn Shirt, Cut On Left Knuckle: Prosecutors
Reginald Holloway faces one aggravated battery crime and four counts of domestic battery after Joliet police arrested him over the weekend.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
12th DUI For Joliet Motorist Who Crashed Near Lockport, 2 1/2 Times Legal Limit: Will Co. Prosecutors Reveal
Defendant Ronald Meimers agreed the reason for the crash was because he was drinking, the petition to deny pretrial revealed pointed out.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|
Animal Advocate’s Siesta Key Swim Spotlights Manatee County Shelter Concerns
An animal advocate attempted an open-water swim around Siesta Key to raise awareness of concerns over Manatee County's Bishop Animal Shelter
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
$22.6M Co-op Tops UES Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on seven real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|
Woman Told Man On E-Bike To Slow Down, He Punched Her In Head, Keyport Police Say
This happened Friday night on the Raritan Bay waterfront in Keyport.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Ellington-Somers, CT|
Somers Lacrosse Caps Historic Weekend With Two Titles
The Spartans brought home state titles on both the boys and girls sides after a dramatic weekend.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|
Pedestrian Hit Near Oswego Country Market: Oswego Police
The 67-year-old man was hospitalized for non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
QuickChek Gas Station, Hotel Still Being Considered For Meadowlands Parkway In Secaucus
A proposal to open a QuickChek and gas station on Meadowlands Parkway, plus a hotel, has not gone away:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Popular Cafe Chain With Fairfield County Roots Adds New Burger As It Broadens Menu Appeal
The new burger is available at locations in Cos Cob, Darien, Glenville, New Canaan, Old Greenwich, Stamford and Westport.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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McLean, VA|
Fairfax DWI Arrest Leads To Illegal Reentry Indictment For Guatemala Native
A man detained in Fairfax County on a DWI charge was indicted on an illegal reentry charge, court records show.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
South Jersey Student Wins Statewide Musical Honor
He beat more than 20 others being considered.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Embattled IL School Official Lands Higher-Paid Job
The official "rubber-stamped" his boss's porn spending, according to an investigation. He also got an unusual, nearly $30,000 annual perk.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
Details Released After Driver Shot In Unincorporated Murrieta's La Cresta Community
Assim Frank Gay, 24, was arrested late Thursday.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Evergreen Park, IL|
Queen Of Martyrs School Abruptly Closes, Will Not Reopen For the 2026-2027 School Year
Plagued by financial deficits and a substitute teacher dogged by child molestation allegations, Queen of Martyrs School announces closing.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Pay Raises, Green Building Policy Under Consideration By Fairfax City Council
Fairfax City Council will hold public hearings on green building rules, subdivision changes and council pay.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield School Board Committee Reviews Elementary School Consolidation Options
Ridgefield school officials reviewed options ranging from facility upgrades to school consolidation and new construction.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|
Detroit-Area Nonprofit Known For Empowering Adults With Disabilities Moves Into Larger Facility
Officials said the larger facility will provide more opportunities for individuals to grow.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
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