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Long Beach, CA|
Long Beach School Board To Vote On Closing 2 Elementary Schools Wednesday
Nearly 800 students attend Edison and Gompers, which could close in 2027 as the district confronts declining enrollment.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|
Together For Andy: Concert Will Support NJ Resident’s Recovery From Rare Neurological Disorder
In May, Andy Josselyn’s world changed overnight. Now, the community is coming together to support his recovery from Guillain-Barré Syndrome.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|
Three Italian Stops Tempt East Bay Diners
These three restaurants add Italian flavors to Walnut Creek and Orinda dining scene.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|
Three Italian Stops In Orinda, Walnut Creek Tempt East Bay Diners
These three restaurants add Italian flavors to Walnut Creek and Orinda dining scene.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Guilford, CT|
Proposed $800,000 Land Purchase Goes To Special Town Meeting In Guilford: Here's What To Know
The special town meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 22.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|
Brooke Hanlon's Autopsy Report: Key Findings
More than four months after Brooke Hanlon was found killed in her Chester home, her autopsy report has been released.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Moves Ahead With Electric Shuttles Despite Capacity, Charging Concerns
Staff recommended waiting, citing charging, repairs and timing. The council voted 5-1 to move ahead.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Dolly Parton Appear Together In Hoboken Halloween Displays
See photos of the funnies and most topical Hoboken Halloween displays around town. Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton, and the Knicks were prominent
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Berkeley, NJ|
Berkeley Becomes Latest Town To Ban Data Centers
Township officials agreed that while data centers could benefit the town, they wanted to wait for better technology before allowing them.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
$90K Flock Camera Investment Raises Stakes In Lake County Sheriff Race
Incumbent John Idleburg defends license plate readers as crime-solving tools, while challenger Roman Buchberger raises concerns.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|
Mass Layoffs Hit Company With Deep CT History
A company that's been around since 1906 said it is terminating a large number of workers at its Connecticut headquarters.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete Ceramics Celebrates Comeback After Fire Destroyed Studio
After a fire destroyed St. Pete Ceramics earlier this year, the rebuilt studio is celebrating its grand reopening.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Countryside Dealer Seeks Lower Tax Bill; School Challenges Appeal
Lyons Township High School is weighing in on the dealership's request to reduce its property assessment.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|
Farmington OKs Expanded Property Tax Relief For Disabled Veterans
The Farmington Town Council unanimously approved expanded property tax exemptions for qualifying disabled veterans and surviving spouses.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Patch Candidate Profile: Kim Becker For 62nd House
Granby Selectwoman Kim Becker is seeking the 62nd House District seat.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Patch Candidate Profile: Mark Anderson For 62nd House
State Rep. Mark Anderson is seeking reelection in the 62nd House District.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Beverly, MA|
Beverly Residents Speak Out Against 'Surveillance State' In Flock Debate
Beverly Police Chief John LeLacheur countered that the use of the license-plate readers has helped solve multiple crimes in recent months.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|
9-Year-Old Montclair Entrepreneur Unites His Neighborhood With Car Wash Fundraiser
It began as a car wash, but quickly turned into a valuable lesson in entrepreneurship and community spirit.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Meadow Plaza Hearing Continues Wednesday In Northbrook
Cross-examination, developer responses and Plan Commission deliberations are expected as review of the proposed redevelopment continues.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington Daycare Plans Closure After Fundraising Effort
Sen. Jeff Gordon says Scotty’s Kiddy Korner will close Oct. 31 despite efforts to secure help for the longtime Ellington daycare.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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San Diego, CA|
Killer Whales, Humpbacks Spotted Off San Diego Coast: Photos
A local photographer captured photos of killer whales and humpback whales during two whale-watching trips off San Diego.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Patch Candidate Profile: John Kissel For 7th Senate
State Sen. John Kissel is seeking reelection in the 7th Senate District.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Bans Sale of Kratom, Likely To Affect Vape Shops
The mayor said local vape shops were probably unaware of the pending vote.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
The Iron Oven Hints At Hatboro Opening Date
Owner Alex Nalbandian has provided an update on the new restaurant on South York Road in Hatboro.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
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South Brunswick, NJ|
South Brunswick Considers Letting School Security Officers Carry Guns
Officials say the idea is preventative, not a response to any rise in behavior problems. No decision has been made.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Mayor Denounces Flock Foe's Personal Attacks On Alderman
"There's freedom of speech, but there's also slander," the mayor said at a meeting.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Finance Board Reviews $1.6 Million School Budget Shortfall, Plans For 2027 Budget
Ridgefield finance officials review a $1.6 million special education shortfall, tax collections and next year's budget schedule.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Man Fights Disabled Roommate, Pulls Knife During Confrontation On Washington Street: Prosecutors
Joliet officers then spoke with the victim, who said Michael Quinn is his personal assistant through Illinois due to him being disabled.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Runaway Horses Wrangled By Police On Route 202 In Readington Township: Video
A video shows the horses in the middle of the highway early Wednesday morning. See video:
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Patch Candidate Profile: Heather Stafford For 131st House
Heather Stafford is seeking the 131st House District seat.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Patch Candidate Profile: Arnold Jensen For 131st House
State Rep. Arnold Jensen is seeking reelection in the 131st House District.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
'Hardest Year Of Our Lives': Gubernatorial Candidate Bailey Reflects On Family's Loss
Nearly a year after losing four family members in a crash, Darren Bailey shared an update on his grandson and thanked supporters.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
Suozzi, LiPetri Clash Over Trump, Stock Trading In Heated NY-3 Debate
The congressional rivals sparred over affordability, immigration, health care and the war in Iran ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Off By $5M On New Village Hall, Project Up In Air
The bids came in much higher than expected. "We must adjust accordingly," the mayor said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Cocaine Dealer On Barber Reveals 'Whatever You Find Was Mine' During Latest Brush With Law:' Police
A Will County Sheriff's Office drug investigation took Bennye Brown down and now he's in the county jail and he isn't getting out.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|
Q&A: Lisa Gonzalez Moore, Bradenton City Council Ward 4 Candidate
Lisa Gonzalez Moore is running against Keith J. Green for the Bradenton City Council Ward 4 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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Romeoville, IL|
Romeoville Man Sent Explicit Texts To Children He Met At Walmart, Later Offered Them Alcohol: Police
The investigation started in March when a Plainfield school resource officer contacted the sheriff's office.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Upper Dublin, PA|
Dave Portnoy Reviews Cheesesteak, Slice At Verona Pizza
The self-described pizza lover ventured into Montgomery County after several Bucks County stops last week to visit a popular place.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|
Q&A: Meet Cindy Spray, Manatee County School Board District 2 Candidate
Cindy Spray is running against Sharon Jefferson for the Manatee County School Board District 2 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|
Lawmakers Press FBI For Hate Crime Probe Into Alleged Temple Attack
Raja Krishnamoorthi and fellow lawmakers want answers about the Palatine suspect's alleged plot and protection for targeted communities.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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