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Ocean City, NJ|
Rocket Device Closes Jersey Shore Beach
A rocket-assisted supply line launcher was discovered at Corson's Inlet State Park Monday afternoon, officials said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|
$228M In Livingston School Upgrades Would Mean Tax Hike For Homeowners
Plans are in the works to put a major school construction referendum before Livingston voters next year. Here are the early numbers.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Selectpersons To Review Nearly $4.1 Million In Flood Mitigation Contracts
Board meeting also includes reviews of school transportation agreements, tax refunds, coordinator appointment and bridge updates.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Meeka Is Looking For A Second Chance After Recent Adoption
The black-and-white beauty is searching for a home where she can be the only pet after conflicting with a resident cat.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
RV In Driveway? Split Darien Council Says No
The city should avoid opening "a can of worms," an alderman said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Northbrook Dad Named Park District's 2026 Coach Of The Year
Parents praised Jeff Senkpiel for using humor, encouragement and sportsmanship lessons to help young athletes grow.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Lord Stirling Road Property Owner Responds To Opposition Of Redevelopment
A statement from the property owner and his attorney addressed public comments made at a recent Township Committee meeting.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Ambulance Crashes While Taking Patient To Hospital In South Jersey: Officials
Three first responders and two others were taken to the hospital.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Vernon, CT|
Vernon, Army Sign Hiring Pact To Guarantee Veterans Job Interviews
The town and the Army have signed an agreement tied to interviews and job access for veterans.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Health Inspections: 7 Restaurants Cited For Violations During Early July Checks
Seven Fairfax City restaurants were cited for health code violations during inspections conducted July 1-14.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Ridge Students Launch Foodstock Drive To Help Families, Veterans And Seniors In Need
Student volunteers are collecting nonperishable food in August for two Somerset County hunger-relief partners.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien School Boundaries Split Friends; Parents Want Choice
But Darien officials say the lines are unlikely to change. Money was cited as a factor.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Warminster, PA|
Skynyrd Strong Heading Into Upcoming Philly Area Show: Review
Southern rock icons Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner are touring together with a show set in Camden on Aug. 20.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|
Shelton Restaurant Apologizes After Dry Ice Explosion, Thanks Customers For 'Words Of Encouragement'
The owner said the restaurant gave out gift certificates to customers who had their meal disrupted by the dry ice explosion.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|
11 Candidates Move Forward In Bensalem Superintendent Search
Bensalem school officials are seeking a new schools superintendent to replace Samuel Lee.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|
1 Arrested On DWAI Charge After 2-Vehicle Crash That Hurt 2 In Rocky Point: Police
A 20-year-old and a 19-year-old were taken to Stony Brook University Hospital for treatment, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax Man Charged In Drug Arrest Had Multiple Pending Cases Across NoVA
A Fairfax man arrested on a felony drug charge Sunday had multiple pending criminal cases in Northern Virginia courts.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
48-Unit Supportive Housing Development Opens In Northbrook
Poupard Place, an affordable apartment community for individuals and families living with disabilities, drew over 1,000 applicants.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Troublemaker At Charleys Cheesesteaks, Burger King Struggles With Joliet Police During His Arrest: English
The Joliet police investigation determined Pacey allegedly became involved in a disturbance with staff inside Charley's Cheesesteaks.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Northbrook Park District Begins Basin Loop Trail Renovation
The Techny Prairie Park and Fields project will replace the aging asphalt path and close the loop trail through October.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
Darien Residents Reeling From Flooding Plead For Action
"We're already well beyond what insurance covered," one resident said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Shirley Man Swiped 2 License Plate Readers From Intersection: Police
It happened on Moriches-Middle Island Road, near Glen Drive, at around 6:40 p.m. on Sunday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Temecula Residents Demand Review Of Pesticide, Herbicide Use At City Parks And Public Spaces
City Council plans to form a subcommittee to evaluate the chemical applications and possible safer alternatives.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Grandmother Attacked During Laundry Basket Incident On Woodbridge Road, Joliet Police Make Arrest
Joliet police took the 19-year-old away in handcuffs.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Clinton, CT|
Clinton Town Council To Review Online Vital Records Service, Public Works Transfers
Clinton's Town Council will consider online vital records services, budget transfers and board appointments on Aug. 5.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Western Springs Wildlife Sightings Prompt Fence Work
More animals are being seen near a community building because of an Illinois Tollway project, an official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|
This July Saw Fewer DUIs In Naperville Than Last Year, Monthly Average Still Higher
Naperville police made 17 DUI arrests this July.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
Luke Stennett Defends Manchester Open Amateur Title
Luke Stennett makes it two Manchester Opens in a row overall and Tony Gordon is the 2026 Manchester Open Net Champion.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|
Why Some NYC Neighborhoods Are 10–15 Degrees Hotter Than Others
A Patch analysis found major differences in tree coverage across the City.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day At Insomnia Cookies
Monday and Tuesday, patrons of Insomnia Cookies can celebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with a buy one, get one free deal.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Arrest At Joliet McDonald's Restaurant Near Airport After Employees Summon Police Force
Joliet police revealed that despite being directed multiple times by officers to leave, it is alleged that Catoire refused to comply.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|
NoVA FBI Agent Accused Of Stealing $1M In Crypto Using FBI Intel: Court Docs
An FBI agent is accused of using his position to steal about $1 million in cryptocurrency from "adversarial" accounts.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|
Luxury Notebook Brand Opens 1st MD Store On Bethesda Row
A brand with the writer in mind just opened its first standalone store in Maryland.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Media, PA|
Was The Delco Network Hack Resolved? Questions Linger After Cyberattack On County's System
6 years ago, Delco paid hackers a $25K ransom. County officials haven't said whether they did the same this time around.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|
Death Penalty On The Table For Irvine Man After Kidnapping Victim Fatally Shot In Front Of Deputies
San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus said Monday that the slaying was a "calculated act of violence."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Death Penalty On The Table After Kidnapping Victim Fatally Shot In Front Of IE Deputies
San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus said Monday that the slaying was a "calculated act of violence."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
Owner Moved, Now Senior Dog Beau Needs A Retirement Home, 'Not A Kennel'
After spending 12 years with his family, Beau was surrendered when his owner moved to housing that doesn't allow pets.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Across Virginia, VA|
Layoffs Up 50 Percent In VA This Summer, Hundreds To Lose Jobs In August
Summer job losses are up more than 275 percent compared to summer 2024.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|
Adults With Severe Disabilities Take Center Stage In SPARC Fashion Show In McLean
Adults with severe disabilities modeled original fashions they designed and sewed during a six-month SPARC art therapy project.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|
Romeoville's National Night Out: Parachuting Superheroes, Blackhawk Helicopter And More
The free event is set for 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at 1050 Romeo Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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