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Woodbridge, VA|
Adder Boy: NoVA Snake Expert Teaches Locals Not To Fear The Creeper
A Bristow man who never outgrew his boyish fascination with reptiles now helps teach Northern Virginia residents how to coexist with them.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Norwich, CT|
Norwich City Plan Commission To Hear Shelter, Charter School Proposals
Norwich planners will consider a seasonal overnight shelter and a charter school's classroom conversion Sept. 15.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Movie Theater On The Brink Gets A Lifeline
Summer blockbusters have renewed optimism around movie theaters, but can the momentum carry into fall and winter?
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Ledyard, CT|
Ledyard Zoning Commission To Hear 23-Lot Subdivision, Review Solar And Farm Projects
Ledyard zoning officials will hear a 23-lot subdivision and review solar, farm, marine facility and restaurant proposals.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Hillsborough, NJ|
Route 206 Self-Storage Hearing In Hillsborough Postponed Until 2027
The applicant for a proposed 710-unit self-storage facility asked Hillsborough's board for more time to review comments.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|
Drones Above Bay Area: BART Wants To Launch Policing Drones
A 180-day pilot would patrol tracks, record audio and video, and track trespassers.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|
Haddam Parks Commission To Review New Field Use Forms, Great Hill And Brickyard Conditions
Haddam parks officials will review field use forms, Great Hill and Brickyard conditions and recreation finances Sept. 10.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Public Hearing Planned For 9-Unit Mixed-Use Apartment Building On Forest Avenue
The proposed nine-unit development is a slight shift from what was originally proposed from the site.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Reston, VA|
Reston National Golf Course Redevelopment Meetup Set For Oct. 15
YIMBYs of NoVA will host a Reston meeting with project information, a developer Q&A and help preparing public testimony.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Selectmen Back $46K In Cannabis Revenue For Streetscape Improvements
East Lyme selectmen backed $46K in cannabis revenue for streetscape work and set a traffic enforcement hearing.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Police ID 2 Found Dead Inside Enfield Home
Officers were called to the home for a report of an unresponsive man.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|
1 Injured After Jumping From Window During Somerville Fire
Someone who made a leap of faith to safety from these flames is now recovering.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Anthony Amos Favors Case-By-Case Development Reviews In Fairfax City Council Bid
Fairfax City Council candidate Anthony Amos favors reviewing development case by case and pursuing public-private investment.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Chester WPCA Proposes $127,290 Budget With Sewer User Fees Unchanged
Chester's WPCA will hold a Sept. 15 hearing on a $127,290 budget that would keep residential and commercial sewer fees flat.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Housing Committee To Discuss Affordable Housing Strategy, Possible Nonprofit
Bethany's Housing Advisory Committee will discuss affordable housing planning, outside funding and its future role.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|
Missing Adult With Autism Urgently Sought By Jersey City Police
The missing adult needs insulin three times per day, police in Hudson County said. See the missing poster below.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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New Rochelle, NY|
'Paulie's Push': Never Has An Airline Beverage Cart Delivered More Needed Service
On Aug. 15, Paul "Paulie" Veneto started his final "Push to Ground Zero." By then, his cart will have been pushed over 1,000 miles.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
SoHo-Little Italy, NY|
Luckin Coffee Opens New Location In Soho
The new store, at 180 Varick St., opened on Tuesday.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|
Measles Study Finds Low Vaccination Hotspots In Contra Costa County
Researchers found seven low-vaccination clusters spanning eight Bay Area counties.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|
Measles Study Finds Low Vaccination Hotspots In Napa County
Researchers found seven low-vaccination clusters spanning eight counties, including Napa, Sonoma, Sacramento-area, and Fresno communities.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Downers Grove, IL|
Dutch Bros. Development Gets Green Light From Downers Grove Village Council
The vote comes after months of pushback from neighboring residents.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
Bluecore Raises $50M As Long Beach Nuclear Plan Advances
CEO Kofi Asante says nuclear fuel could be ordered this year as the company develops plans for an offshore power system.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Authorities ID 81-Year-Old Man Struck, Killed By Vehicle In Beaumont
The incident occurred at approximately 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the roadway in front of a residence located at 1325 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Norwalk City Council To Consider Various Purchases During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The Norwalk City Council is scheduled to meet on Sept. 8, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
LI Man Accused In Dad's Labor Day Slaying Has 'History Of Mental Health Issues,' Defense Attorney Says
Katherine Fernandez says she and her client are asking that "he be afforded the right to allow the judicial process play out."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Frankfort Girl, 6, Killed In School Bus Accident
Other students on the bus were evaluated by first responders, the district said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
2 Legionnaires' Cases In UES Assisted Living Facility Prompt City Investigation
A Yorkville building is having its plumbing system tested after two tenants contracted Legionnaires' disease, the health department said.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Blue Moon Still Waiting For Forever Family: Northport Kitty Of The Week
Moon, a 1-year-old black cat with golden eyes, is back in foster care after becoming stressed in a store adoption habitat, NCRA said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Santa Monica, CA|
Viral Video Claims Santa Monica's New Digital Billboards Track Your Phone, Operator Says They Don't
The company behind the Third Street Promenade displays says they don't track phones or collect data.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Measles Study Finds Low Vaccination Hotspots In Sonoma, Napa Counties
Researchers found seven low-vaccination clusters spanning eight counties, including Sonoma, Napa, and Contra Costa.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
After Years Surviving Outdoors, Kitty Needs A Quiet Forever Home: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Kitty, a 9-year-old brown tabby, is looking for a quiet, patient forever home through Grateful Paw Cat Shelter.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|
Lake Forest Rallies To Help Injured Officer Return Home From Nicaragua
Officer Filip Czarnecki remains hospitalized in Nicaragua as family seeks an air ambulance to Chicago.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
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Lake Forest, CA|
Community Rallies Around Young Father Critically Injured In Lake Forest Crash
The hit-and-run crash happened Monday, Aug. 31 at around 6 a.m. in the City of Lake Forest.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Gowanus-Red Hook, NY|
Climate Week NYC Will Feature Flood Awareness Comedy Peformance In Gowanus
Rainy Day Plays, in partnership with NYC Emergency Management and the Waterfront Alliance, will present "Please Don’t Flush!"
David Luces, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Rams Are The Home Team In Australia, But Melbourne Seems To Prefer The 49ers
Australian media say San Francisco's Melbourne charm offensive could turn the Rams' historic home game into a sea of red.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh Cinematic Archivist Attempts To Revive Interest In '50s Hollywood Movie Star
A new and thorough online repository focuses on the career and life of actress Joan Dixon.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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San Diego, CA|
Ringling's Greatest Show On Earth Returning To San Diego After 11 Years
The reimagined circus is bringing acrobats, international performers, a live DJ and YouTube stars to Pechanga Arena.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
VHC Health Marks Construction Milestone For New Falls Church Emergency, Urgent Care Center
VHC Health's new Falls Church-area facility will combine emergency and urgent care and is expected to open in early 2027.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|
Glen Cove Cat Rescued From 'Uninhabitable' Home Finds Forever Family
Daisy was one of 155 animals rescued from a Glen Cove home in June and has now been adopted by a local cat lover.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|
South Brunswick Council Adopts Amended 2026 Budget After Public Hearing
Residents questioned the township's reliance on non-recurring revenue during the hearing.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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