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Enfield, CT|
Odin’s Keep Axe House Closing After Seven Years
The business is closing after seven years in Enfield.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Charter Changes Head To November Ballot
The proposal would replace the annual capital-plan town meeting with a February public hearing and change rules for finance-board members.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Doug Trussler
Part 7 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
Greenwich, CT|
Revised Affordable Housing Project Submitted To Greenwich Planning & Zoning
Residents previously criticized the project over its height, neighborhood character, traffic, pedestrian safety, and flooding risk.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Windsor, CT|
Five Windsor Bridges Getting Repairs, Replacements
Three bridges will be replaced and two repaired under the $820,000 project, with some trails remaining closed for weeks.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Firefighters Extinguish Another Fire Under The Water Street Bridge; Arson Suspect Sought
Videos: Flames shot up the side of the bridge at a homeless camp where the city previously spent tens of thousands of dollars to clean up.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Equinix Fires Engineer After 5,200-Gallon Fuel Spill Into Secaucus Creek
The Sept. 11 fuel spill went unnoticed for six hours. It was missed by a site engineer and was discovered that evening by a security guard.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete’s Stories of Humanity Project Invites People To Share Their Stories
A vintage-style telephone set up in St. Pete’s public spaces is collecting stories and connecting people through their shared experiences.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Public Calls For Suspension, Investigation Of Bridgewater-Raritan Superintendent Robert Beers
The community voiced intense grievances about Superintendent Beers after profanity-laced emails toward other board members were circulated.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|
US Park Police Chase Ends In Crash In Alexandria
A driver spotted behaving recklessly on I-695 ended up losing control of their vehicle near Duke Street early Tuesday morning.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Suffield Logging Plan Faces Additional Wetlands Review
The proposal would harvest timber on 36 to 38 acres. Commissioners want vernal pools identified in a full permit application.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Suburban Cop Who Pulled Gun On Woman May Be Near Retirement
The officer, who was wearing a pro-Trump shirt, has been on paid leave for almost six months.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Abington, PA|
School Bus Violations Mount In Cheltenham
Cheltenham Police have issued nearly 300 citations for school bus violations since the school year started last month.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Cooper, Jones, Toomey Named To Glenview Village Board Slate
Citizens for Glenview announced its three candidates for the April 2027 election, including two incumbents and a first-time candidate.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township Corruption? Official Comes Up Empty On Allegations
She accused another official of a "ghost payroll" and taxpayer-funded travel for his girlfriend.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|
Romeoville Board Discusses Concept Plan For New Warehouse
The concept plan is for the redevelopment of 18.7 acres in the M-2 zoning district at 717 Parkwood.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Settles Over Early Secrecy On Traffic Survey, Covering Watchdog's Legal Bills
Like other public bodies, the village retreated from its initial position. The village plans to release its park survey results.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
2 Hospitalized After 3-Vehicle Rollover Crash On I-90
State police reported no lane blockage following the Tuesday morning crash east of Route 53 in Rolling Meadows.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
MCPS Parents Face Major Decisions: Possible School Closures, 3 Calendar Drafts Unveiled
MCPS is weighing changes to academic calendars and potential school closures. Here’s what families and students need to know.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Landlord Blames Vacancy On Parking Problem
Village officials hear more criticism of downtown parking. Tenants struggle to find spots.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
LI Lights Up In Honor Of Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day
"Big things are happening in Stage IV breast cancer research, and we’re proud to be part of it!"
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord City Council To Consider $1.2M To Create Final Design And Permitting For Updated Memorial Field
Focusing on “core needs” cut the project’s cost; SAU 8 is contributing half of the estimated $13 million construction cost.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|
Tolkien-Inspired Pleasanton Coffee Shop Celebrates 10 Years
Inklings Coffee & Tea will mark a decade of coffee and community Tuesday with a ribbon cutting, free coffee and anniversary giveaways.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
'Breaking Bad' Actor Dean Norris' Historic Swing Inn Cafe In Temecula Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
In 2022, Norris and his wife took over the 99-year-old eatery at 28676 Old Town Front Street. Longtime patrons hope they continue.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Norwalk, CT|
Rescued Seal Begins New Chapter At Norwalk Aquarium
A grey seal deemed unable to survive in the wild recently began a new chapter at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Massive Warehouse Project In Lake Elsinore: Discussion Likely Rescheduled To December
The Baker Street Warehouse Project proposes two buildings totaling more than a million square feet on 140 acres.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Somers Seeks Ideas For Old Playhouse
Proposals for the town-owned building at 55 School St. are due Oct. 21, with applicants required to show how they would cover costs.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|
Major Novato Boulevard Overhaul Finally Set To Begin After Years In The Making
The two–year project will add bike lanes, sidewalks and a center turn lane while sewer and water crews tear up the street below.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Temecula, CA|
No More Getting Lost In Old Temecula: New Wayfinding Signs Expected Soon
The proposal arrives Tuesday before City Council following unanimous support from various city committees and the planning commission.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Coach’s Memory Lives On Through Scholarship
Donations through Nov. 4 will support an Oxford High School scholarship honoring the late teacher and coach.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
Cat Returned To Shelter After Family's 'Lifestyle Changed'
Leonardo's family surrendered him after they said they had less time for him, and now the 3-year-old cat is looking for a new home.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Council To Consider $529,200 Road Grant, $500,000 School Funding And River Road Paving
New Milford Town Council will review a $529,200 road grant, $500,000 in school funding and River Road paving on Oct. 13.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Shorewood, IL|
Bar Owner With Gun In His Pocket Sparks Mischief, Mayhem Inside His Bullpen Sports Bar: Police
The Shorewood police officers were dispatched to the Bullpen Sports Bar on Route 59 in reference to gun complaints.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|
Oak Forest Boy Advances In Baby Of The Year Contest, Vies For $25K & Starring Spot In Ad Campaign
Jace Doyle, 6 months, is competing in a nationwide Baby Of The Year contest. He's "been smiling since the day he was born," his mom says.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Haddonfield-Haddon Township, NJ|
75th Annual Fall Fair Highlights PTA Work In Haddonfield
Games, a "salon," and tons of local vendors and businesses were on site.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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
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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
Lacey, NJ|
Lacey Police Honor Officers For Life-Saving Efforts
Awards in Lacey Township highlighted officers' CPR efforts, a bank robbery case and a June 30 water rescue.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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