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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
Fox River Flooding Worsens In McHenry County As Residents Brace Rising Waters
Neighbors are sandbagging homes and helping one another across the Chain O’ Lakes as rising water closes roads.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington Sets Youth Safety Meeting After Green Road Incidents
Officials said the discussion follows recent enforcement activity and concerns about fires, trespassing and injuries.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
School Board Member’s FL Nonprofit Focuses On Education Policies, Funding
A Pinellas County School Board member has launched a new FL nonprofit with a focus on education policy, advocacy and funding.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Lyons Township High Ordered To Stop Work On Facility
Western Springs found the school in violation, warning of $750-a-day fines.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Brick, NJ|
Autism Columnist's Son Was 'A Gentle, Radiant Soul', Brick Family Says
Justin McCafferty, whose mother Kimberlee shared about his life on Patch, was being remembered as "a master of the good cuddle". He was 22.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Man Won't Stop Burglarizing Joliet Businesses As Dan's Candies, Banana Joe's Among Latest: Prosecutors
Nobody committed more late-night burglaries in 2025 to Joliet businesses than Christopher Covelli, according to Will County court records.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Edison-Metuchen, NJ|
Edison Youth Sports Funding Ordinance Tabled Over Residency Rule, Missing Formula
Councilman Richard Brescher said a 75% Edison-resident threshold could disqualify shared programs like ice hockey.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Fire Risk High 1 Year After Jones Road Wildfire Blazed Through 15K Acres
On April 22, 2025, the Jones Road Fire began, growing into the state's biggest wildfire in 20 years.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
Expansive Wallin Woods Development Approved Again: Here's Why
The development is set to bring more than 560 residences and a large commercial building near the already built Wallin Woods subdivision.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
He Watched His Brother Get Adopted, Now Vance Is Still Waiting: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
After being rescued with his brother — who was quickly adopted — Vance has spent months quietly waiting at Grateful Paw shelter.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst May Face Budget Challenge With State's 'Slap In Face'
"I will be talking to our state elected officials that this is unacceptable," the mayor said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Worcester, MA|
Man Stabbed Behind Worcester City Hall, Police Investigating
He was taken to a nearby hospital and is in stable condition.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
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Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
New Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt At Water’s Edge Could Get Expanded Signage Approval
The city council is expected to weigh a request to allow centered signage and larger wall sign at new frozen yogurt shop.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'Yeah I Hit Him': Joliet Foster Mom Must Remain Jailed After Orange Incident, Prosecutors Tell Judge
Will County Judge Ken Zelazo agreed that the SAFE-T-Act detention's standard has been met for Yvonne Jimerson, 66, of Manhattan Road.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien To Explore Sister City Relationship In Ukraine
"Several other towns have done this to great success, and I think it's a good idea," Darien First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky said.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Dad Remembered After Tragic Drowning In Florida
Police identified the Windsor Locks man who died after a reported rip current incident in Cocoa Beach.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Pass Area Dogs Killed In Mountain Lion Attack: What To Know
A dog owner shared her cautionary tale as residents grapple with larger mountain lion presence near their Inland Empire homes.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Plea Deal Offered To Man Accused Of Killing Rutgers Student While Driving Drunk
Prosecutors say Silvino Ruiz Alonso drunkenly drove the wrong way down Rt. 27, causing a head-on crash that killed a young Rutgers student.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Haverford-Havertown, PA|
Child Services Saw Signs Of Abuse A Day Before Delco Parents Killed Toddler: Court Docs
The couple's run-ins with Children and Youth Services began years before their 1-year-old was beaten to death, according to court documents.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Cameras 'Disgusting' Overreach: Speaker At Meeting
The chief said the cameras have uses other than catching criminals.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Marblehead, MA|
Marblehead Pushes Tiered, Phased Prop 2 1/2 Tax Override To Save Staff, Services
Marblehead voters will likely choose between three tiers of override funding with taxes increasing incrementally over three years.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange Advocates Push For Local Law Limiting Cooperation With ICE
Members of West Orange Aiding Neighbors want the town council to create more local protections for immigrants.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh PizzaFest 2026: Get Details Here
Here's where you'll find the location and date for this year's Pittsburgh PizzaFest.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Great Neck, NY|
ALDI To Open New Great Neck Store Ahead Of Schedule
"I am thrilled," Councilwoman Liu said. The ribbon-cutting event is set for Thursday, as the Plaza welcomes the long-awaited supermarket.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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