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Limerick-Royersford-Spring City, PA|
Hearing On 'Project Laurel' Data Center Set In Limerick, Crowds Expected
A demonstration is planned just before the meeting takes place.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|
Bolingbrook Man Flashes Gun At Cops: Police
Police say officers pulled up alongside the 21-year-old in an unmarked squad car when he showed them the weapon.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|
'Here And Queer' Exhibit Returns To Marin County For Pride Month
The annual exhibition features artwork and creative writing by young queer artists from across Marin County.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
Manassas Practitioner Breaks Down Play Therapy Ahead Of Clinic Launch
A new play therapy center is opening in Manassas. Its co-owner tells Patch her goals for helping children and serving the community.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Noise Ordinance Considered In Horsham
A public hearing is scheduled for July 8 after Horsham officials received numerous complaints about loud noise.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|
Beverly City Council Settles On 'Unhappy Medium' Trash Fee Increase
The Council gave final approval of an increase from $100 to $300 for most residents starting in July.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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