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West Orange, NJ|
Severe Budget Cuts For West Orange Schools Spark Outcry At Board Meeting
The West Orange school district is facing a $14 million gap as it fights a losing battle with rising costs. Dozens of jobs are on the line.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Students Launch Senior Scam Awareness Initiative
Project Cybershield has led workshops and community outreach events to increase scam awareness. They recently spoke at the FBLA conference.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|
Public Works Employees Recognized As First Responders In Berkeley
The proclamation says public works staff help protect Berkeley Township during storms floods and other crises.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|
Here's The Latest With Closing Schools In Middletown
The NJ Education Commissioner could issue an emergency halt to the school closings, but the state has given no indication it will intervene.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Palos, IL|
Blue Island Man Accused Of Heisting Building Materials From Shepard High School Construction Site
Thousands of dollars worth of bundled pipe and steel beams were stolen from a secured area where the Shepard field house is being built.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
Another Dead Dog Found Dumped In Trash Bag In Will County: Sheriff's Office
The dog's body was found in Monee on Tuesday afternoon, the Will County Sheriff's Office said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Espresso By Day, Martinis By Night: Andiamo Opens On UES
Sailing-themed café-bar opens with coffee, martinis and an early-morning Guinness special.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
2 Planes Nearly Collide At JFK Airport, FAA Investigating Near-Miss
The air above the Queens airport almost became a crash site as 2 planes narrowly avoided each other on Monday afternoon.
Melanie Gulbas and Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Darien, CT|
Darien Gives Update On Great Island Access Road Project
Widening 23A is a vital step in opening up the 60-plus-acre property to more residents and providing access to cars and emergency vehicles.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|
Southbury Home Values Are Holding Steady — Here’s What Zillow Data Shows
Typical home values in Southbury have remained relatively flat over the past year, according to new data.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Rockdale Crash Became A Fatality: Police Say Car, Not Semi Cab Was At Fault Along Route 6
Tuesday's mid-afternoon crash happened along Route 6 not far from Brandon Road. Rockdale and Illinois State Police investigated the wreck.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Massive Southington School Project Now Set For A Vote
The Southington Town Council has unanimously backed a bond ordinance and set a Nov. 3 referendum for the elementary school project.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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Five Towns, NY|
What’s Next For King Kullen After Closing Hewlett Location
The Long Island grocery chain announced that the 45-year-old storefront will close in late May.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Murder Plot Foiled: Police Release Few New Details In Attempted Slaying
Police say Juan A. Dela Cruz Lopez, 21, of Melrose Park, was found inside the Huntley home with a knife in March.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High OKs $321K In Cost Overruns
Some board members are frustrated with the change orders for recent projects.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|
Home Values In Newtown Climb — Here’s What Zillow Data Shows
Typical home values in Newtown have increased over the past year, according to new data.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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Milford, CT|
Massive Residential, Commercial Project In The Works In Milford
The project, at the site of a large office park, went before the Planning and Zoning Board this week.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Carries Highest Library Funding In NJ. Officials Say It's Time to Ask Harder Questions
A $149K budget increase from the library has prompted a broader review of parking subsidies and total library spending.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete’s Multiverseland Experience Invites Guests To Explore Their Own Reality
St. Petersburg's Multiverseland, located in a North Kenwood backyard, offers visitors an artistic, immersive and self-reflective experience.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Body Of Missing NJ College Student Emilio Acosta Pulled From River: Officials
The body of a missing NJ college student was pulled from the Hackensack River last week, officials said.
Caren Lissner and Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Eyes Traffic Near Elementary School
The village wants to pay a consultant for a study. It did the same for downtown.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Lacey Township Schools Honor 7 Teachers Of The Year Across District
Principals and district leaders honored educators from each school during the Board of Education meeting.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Attainable Housing Study Discussion To Be Reviewed In Downers Grove
The study, led by the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus evaluates the village's housing needs.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
Fox River Flooding Worsens In McHenry County As Residents Prep For Rising Waters
Neighbors are sandbagging homes and helping one another across the Chain O’ Lakes as rising water closes roads.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Granby-East Granby, CT|
East Granby Budget Plan Moves Ahead
A public hearing was held Tuesday night as East Granby officials laid out the proposed 2026-27 budget.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Likely To Miss July 4 Pavilion Deadline
"We're not going to let speed get in the way of a quality product," an official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
3 Run Unopposed In Irvington School Election: See Results For Public Question
Irvington residents went to the polls to vote in the 2026 school election.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Frankfort Teen Wins First Place At Robotics Competition
The Lincoln-Way East freshman recently competed in the Southworks Engineering and Robotics Olympics.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
Update Expected On Paused School Zone Speed Camera Program In Greenwich
The Board of Selectmen is scheduled to receive an update on the program during its Thursday meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Marple Newtown, PA|
3 Seriously Injured In Marple Crash After Car Strikes Pickup Truck: Police
It happened near an elementary school. But no students, staff or busses were involved, officials told Patch.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
These Fly Guys Are For Real: This Week In Philly Sports
The Philadelphia Flyers are on fire in the NHL Playoffs. Meanwhile, the Sixers stole a victory in Boston to split their playoff series.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|
Tickets Selling Fast For "Hope On The Vine" Fundraiser In Newtown
Community invited to raise a glass to five years of giving back at the spring fundraising gala organized by the Newtown Rotary Club.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
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Bel Air, MD|
Youth, String Orchestras Present Combined Concert Saturday
The Harford String Orchestra and Harford Youth Orchestra will showcase their musical talents Saturday at a combined concert.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Wildomar Residents Rally To Keep Rural Farm Feel
The Wildomar Planning Commission in a special meeting on Wednesday will discuss updates to the municipal code. Residents remain watchful.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High Keeps Industrial Development As Possibility
The board president opposed the option in his 2023 campaign. He and other officials are now silent on the topic.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Major Sports, Music Festivals Are Coming To Santa Monica
The Santa Monica City Council has paved the way for some major music and sporting events to be held in town over the next couple of years.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
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Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|
Laguna Niguel Mexican Restaurant Celebrates 20 Years With Deals
Avila's El Ranchito Laguna Niguel is celebrating 20 years of service with a week of deals.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Popular Seasonal Food Truck Reopens At Stew Leonard's In Norwalk
The seasonal food truck offers a number of warm weather-friendly menu items, including hot dogs and smash-style cheeseburgers.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
New Restaurant Coming To Pittsburgh Cultural District
A new eatery has been announced for the Downtown Pittsburgh Cultural District. Get the details here.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Tiny Survivor Phoebe Still Waiting To Be Chosen: Northport Kitty Of The Week
Rescued from a doorstep in Medford, the small but affectionate cat has blossomed in foster care and is now looking for a permanent home.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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