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Glenview, IL|
New Mexican Restaurant Opens On Waukegan Road In Glenview
Monarca Mexican Grill is serving traditional Mexican dishes for brunch, lunch and dinner at 1869 Waukegan Road.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Burglars Break Into At Least 2 Danville Restaurants
At least two Danville restaurants had glass smashed overnight, with one reporting roughly $300 stolen.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
City Council Extends Posh Pets Animal Shelter Contract, Approves HVAC Work At Shelter
The Posh Pets Animal Shelter had its contract extended Tuesday, and is set to receive some upgrades to its HVAC system.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
County Approves Site Work For New Storm Shelter At Carroll's Creek Fire Station
Commissioners voted to move forward on the next steps to help the Carroll's Creek Fire Protection District build a new storm shelter
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Summit Behind Neighbors On Audits, Receives Delinquent Notice
A survey of nearby towns shows they are all more up-to-date than Summit.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax Council Pushes Back On 11-Story Circle Gateway Proposal
Fairfax City Council members questioned the height, density and public benefits of the proposed 11-story Circle Gateway project.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Delays Vote On Audit Corrective Action Plan
Township officials said the delay will allow public review before the committee votes at the Sept. 8 meeting.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Bacteria Warning Remains At Santa Monica Pier Ahead Of Labor Day Weekend
Dangerous rip currents and higher tides could also greet beachgoers over the holiday weekend.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Wetlands Commission Approves Carrington Road Solar Array, Reviews Amity Road Subdivision
Bethany wetlands officials approved a Carrington Road solar array and continued review of an Amity Road subdivision.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
Proposed Apartments Would Replace Aging Building In Columbia
The Howard Co. Planning Board has approved the site development plan for a 76-unit apartment complex that would replace an aging building.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Barnegat To Hold 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
The township plans an 8 a.m. Sept. 11 gathering with speakers tied to the attacks and their aftermath.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Plainfield Teen Strangled Relative, Battered Neighbor In Domestic Disturbance: Police
The relative who was battered and strangled was hospitalized as a result of her injuries, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Grayslake, IL|
Man Detained In Stabbing That Led To Lockdown At 2 Hospitals: Authorities
The victim allegedly went to work after being stabbed in the knee before seeking medical treatment, authorities said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Fairfax Optometrist Advances In Runway Contest; Semifinal Voting Ends Thursday
Dawn Devaney won her quarterfinal and is now competing for a spot in the finals, with semifinal voting ending Thursday.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
New Pedestrian Bridge Project Approved In West Hartford
West Hartford approved using state funding to replace the deteriorating pedestrian bridge at a local recreation complex.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|
Peabody City Councilor Concludes Lt. Governor Write-In Campaign
Anne Manning Martin launched the campaign after being disqualified from the ballot because of fraudulent nomination signatures.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
Darien Alderman Leaving After 2 Terms, Says He'll Miss Job
The alderman, who suffered a stroke earlier this year, opposed an apartment complex in his ward. His colleagues backed it.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Large Residential Project Back Before Milford Board
A reduced version of a large apartment complex is on the docket for a meeting Wednesday.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
Long Beach City Council Recognizes Police Department Members For Role In Drug And Gun Bust
The Long Beach Police Department was recognized Tuesday for its part in an August drug bust that took cash, drugs and guns off the street.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Worcester, MA|
Worcester Resident Gives Back With Clothing Donation Events In New England
The staff member and alumnus at Assumption University said he collected 1,000 articles of clothing before distributing them this summer.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Data Center Ordinance Backed By Bridgewater Township Planning Board
The review focused on whether proposed data center standards fit Bridgewater's land use goals before adoption.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
Passaic Co. Man Forced Himself Onto Girlfriend's 80-Year-Old Mother, Cops Say
The girlfriend caught her boyfriend sexually assaulting her mother on a Ring camera, according to police records.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Police Det. Peter Ranstead's Downfall: Convicted Domestic Abuser Made Significant Sum On Paid Leave
Peter Ranstead was convicted in March of battering his wife and interfering with a report of domestic violence.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Toys R Us Opening This Fall At San Fernando Valley Mall
The once-dominant toy retailer will open in the San Fernando Valley as it continues rebuilding its U.S. store footprint.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
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Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|
Toys R Us Opening This Fall At Northridge Fashion Center
The once-dominant toy retailer will open in the San Fernando Valley as it continues rebuilding its U.S. store footprint.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|
Municipal Credit Union Opens New Branch In Chelsea
The new location will serve residents and workers in Chelsea.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
Federal Claims Dismissed Again In Lawsuit Over Winnetka Lakefront Regulations
A federal judge in Chicago dismissed claims from lakeshore owners challenging Winnetka's bluff rules.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Arlington Fatal Overdose Helped Launch Federal Nitazene Case Against Florida Brothers
An Arlington overdose helped investigators uncover an alleged darknet operation selling counterfeit oxycodone containing nitazenes.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Cherry Hill, NJ|
'International Overdose Awareness Day' Puts Victims, Stigma-Free Approach On Display At Camden County Vigil
Mobile abuse treatment and other programs were highlighted.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|
Speeding Crackdown Coming Around Brick Schools, Police Warn
As students return to school, Brick Township police say they will be strictly enforcing traffic laws to ensure everyone is safe.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|
Danbury Opens Police Officer Applications To DACA Recipients, Green Card Holders
The City Council approved the change in an 18-2 vote following debate over who should be eligible to join the department.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
$39K In School, Field And Playground Donations Accepted By Westfield Board Of Education
Anonymous, youth soccer and United Fund gifts will support canopies, field lawn care and a Buddy Bench.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Mansfield-Storrs, CT|
UConn Extension On The Spotted Lanternfly: "An Invasion Of An invasive Insect"
The invasive insect has now been reported in all eight CT counties, according to a new UConn Extension fact sheet.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
AI Data Centers Face Growing — And Bipartisan — Pushback [Patch Survey]
In rare bipartisan consensus, Americans share concerns regarding the power, water, and infrastructure costs required to support the AI boom.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Reston, VA|
Reston Man Faces Federal Illegal Reentry Case After Prior Felony Conviction
A Reston man is being held without bond in a federal illegal reentry case following a prior felony conviction.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Home Invasion Suspect Battered Cop Weeks Earlier: Police
He faces several aggravated battery counts. He also broke an order of protection, according to court records.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Concord School Superintendent Recommends Keeping The City’s New Middle School Name The Same As It Is Now
The SAU 8 school board will allow for a public comment period at a future meeting and will also vote on whether to keep the name “Rundlett.”
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Arson Squad Investigating Tent Fire In Woods Behind Former Island Cinemas In Mastic: Police
Area firefighters were called to the scene to extinguish the flames behind the shuttered theater's property just before 11 p.m., police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Strikes Compromise On Resident Lead Line Costs
Local officials decided on the residents' share and addressed hardship cases.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Mid Hudson Valley, NY|
Under Grey Skies, A Relic Of Terror Shines The Light Of Forgotten Hope At West Point
A mission of the "Steel Across America" tour is ensuring we never forget, but remembering can lead to somewhere entirely unexpected.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
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