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Ellicott City, MD|
New Howard Co. Fire Station Saves Lives, Trains Aspiring First Responders
Howard Co.'s newest fire station to be built has a dual purpose - fight fires, save lives and provide class space for future responders.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Flock, Traffic Cameras Again Take Center Stage In Milford
The Board of Aldermen reviewed the issue at a meeting Monday night.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|
Lou Malnati’s St. Charles Opening Targeted For Late October
The 71st location of the Chicago pizza chain will be the first to feature elements of its new brand refresh, company officials said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Frankfort Acupuncture Clinic Opens Its Doors For Community Day Of Healing
Complimentary acupuncture treatments will be offered, focusing on supporting stress, anxiety and grief.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Redondo Beach, CA|
Impulse Space Raises Another $308M Amid Major Redondo Beach Expansion
Impulse Space has moved into a 250,000-square-foot Redondo Beach facility as it continues a major hiring push.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
Rock Star, Iconic Figure In Music Scene Killed In King Of Prussia Crash
The larger than life performer lit up every room he entered and "never met a stranger," friends said.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|
Naugatuck Zoning Commission To Hold Public Hearing During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The Naugatuck Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet on Sept. 16, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Jamaica, NY|
Food App Wonder To Open Its Newest Location In Jamaica
The new Wonder location will offer dine-in, pickup and delivery, with customers able to combine dishes from more than 20 restaurants.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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Basking Ridge, NJ|
Bernards Township Schools Set 3 Goals For 2026-27
The goals focus on community input, student supports and a 10-year capital plan without raising debt levy levels.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Man Fled 2 Crash Sites, Filed False Stolen Car Report: St. Pete Police
A man faces charges after fleeing 2 crash sites — one on foot — and falsely reporting that his vehicle had been stolen, St. Pete police said
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Phoenixville, PA|
World Class Chamber Music Series Debuts In Phoenixville
A new nonprofit is bringing some of the world's great pianists, violinists, cellists, and more to Phoenixville.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
NoVA Man Pleads Guilty To Child Pornography Distribution Conspiracy
A 58-year-old man with homes in Reston and San Jose faces five to 20 years in prison at sentencing in January.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Edgewater-Davidsonville, MD|
Misty Morning Marina In Edgewater Sells For $1.1 Million
As one Edgewater marina sells for $1.1 million, a local yacht club backs a separate $10.75 million deal for the Annapolis City Marina.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
The Rec League Applies For Liquor License As Projected Opening Nears
The Rec League's liquor license application will be reviewed at the Oct. 1 Downers Grove Liquor Commission meeting.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|
GMU Student Builds Family Treats Into New Pop-Up Bakery Business
Her mother and grandmother's recipes inspired this university student to launch a new bakery pop-up.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Glow Sauna Studios Plans November Opening In Glenview
The new Waukegan Road wellness studio will offer infrared sauna and light therapy, with a Founders Club limited to 100 memberships.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Bensalem, PA|
Neshaminy Mall Makeover: What Shoppers Want To See
With the Neshaminy Mall expected to close at the end of next month, some people are responding to what stores they'd like to replace it.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Bell Tower At Historic Joppatowne Church To Be Reconstructed
The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission has approved a reconstruction plan to dismantle and rebuild the church's bell tower.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Woburn, MA|
Beloved Breakfast Chain To Open In Woburn
The eatery continues its expansion in Massachusetts with another location.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|
Garbage Truck Rolls Over In Orchard Road Crash, Spills 'Significant Amount' Of Waste: Aurora Police
Southbound Orchard Road was closed for hours due to how much garbage spilled, officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Oxford, CT|
Two 120-Foot Bridges Planned For Flood-Damaged Oxford Trail
Repairs at Pope Road and Christian Street are expected to go out to bid next spring, with construction planned between June 2027 and May 202
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Council Candidate Steve Chang Calls For Greater Fiscal Discipline
Fairfax City Council candidate Steve Chang prioritizes city finances, manageable taxes and closer scrutiny of spending.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Western Springs Leaf Pickup 'Difficult, Costly,' Changes Planned
The village revealed the main complaints about the service. Most residents are satisfied, officials said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Affordable Apartments Eyed At East Windsor Housing Complex
The Housing Authority is studying two undeveloped parcels next to the existing Park Hill community.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Evergreen Park, IL|
Citizens Group Backs Referendum To Build A New Central Middle School On November Ballot
Evergreen Park ESD 124 officials say challenges at the 99-year-old Central Middle School aren't going away and may cost more down the road.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Shorewood Couple Sues Parent Of Minor In E-Bike Crash That Severely Injured Man
Suit alleges a parent's negligence is responsible for the crash, noting growing safety concerns involving young, inexperienced riders.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Search On For Driver That Fled Scene Of Crash In Mastic: Police
It happened at around 8:30 a.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
26% Water Hike Expected In Western Springs After 8 Years Without Increases
It may have been"shortsighted" to go so long without a rate hike, an official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Port Jefferson, NY|
Long Island Health And Racquet In Coram Closes After 34 Years
"We are incredibly grateful to all of our members, employees, and friends, who have been part of our journey over the years."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Drawn-Out Permitting Upsets Western Springs Resident
The resident said it took 4½ months to get a permit for a screened-in porch.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Community Meeting To Help Shape Greenport Maritime Festival Takes Places Wednesday
4 businesswomen have teamed up to navigate Greenport Maritime Festival into its next chapter — a community meeting takes place Wednesday.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Nashua, NH|
Former Nashua Firefighter Agrees To Plea Deals In Child Sexual Abuse Images, Privacy Cases: Follow-Up
Despite cops finding hundreds of files and spying on his family, Patrick Reardon could be out of prison in 7 years after agreeing to deals.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Wethersfield, CT|
Wethersfield Wetlands Commission To Revisit Goff Brook Work, Price Rite Drainage Project
Wethersfield wetlands officials will review Goff Brook work at two homes and drainage maintenance behind Price Rite.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme ZBA To Hear Sill Lane Addition, Mile Creek Road Excavation Permit Appeal
Old Lyme's ZBA will hear a Sill Lane home addition and an appeal over a Mile Creek Road excavation permit.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
WATCH: Injured, Stranded Hiker Rescued From Mt. Diablo
A hiker who suffered a severe leg injury was airlifted from the mountain Saturday, according to the East Bay Regional Parks Department.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
$2.39M Roof Replacement Proposed At Windsor Elementary School
Officials said leaks at Clover Street School have damaged the building, equipment, furniture and supplies.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Ellington-Somers, CT|
Somers Considers Allowing Detached Accessory Apartments
Current regulations limit accessory apartments to space inside or attached to single-family homes
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
'God Bless America' Art Exhibition Now On Display At South Brooklyn Health
It will feature the work of local Russian speaking-artists expressing how they have been inspired by the American Dream.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|
167M Chelsea Beacon Redevelopment Breaks Ground: What To Know
The project is being developed by a joint venture between Camber Property Group and the Osborne Association.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Mayor Returns Indicted Restaurateur's Campaign Donations
The mayor said he did not know about the contributions before Patch's inquiry. He also returned the businessman's donations in 2018.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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