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Across America, US|
Mom Knows Best: Tell Us About Her For A Mother’s Day 2026 Tribute: Survey
We want to hear about the best advice your mom or mother figure ever gave you, who she was, and what you’d like others to know about her.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Sweet Senior Beagle, Molly, Alone After Owner Is Evicted, 'Didn't Think It Was Fair For Her To Live In Car'
And there are 2 other adorable beagles also waiting for their forever homes, the League says. Meet Molly, Finn and Manny here.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Woburn, MA|
AI Company In Woburn Faces Investor Lawsuit Over Claims Of 'Phantom Deals,' Cover-Up
The business, which uses artificial intelligence to develop specialized battery systems, has been financially struggling.
William Hall, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|
West Babylon Student’s Design To Represent Library Group For Decades
Local teens submitted designs and community members voted to help select a new logo for the Friends of the West Babylon Library.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
Divided Hinsdale D86 Board Keeps Leader; Dissenters Allege Micromanagement
The board's "deeply unhappy" foes have "axes to grind," a board member said. Members debated the community's feedback.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Council To Vote On FY 2027 Budget, Proposed Tax Rate Increases
Fairfax City Council will consider increases to meals, lodging, and utility taxes during its May 5 budget adoption meeting.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
Manchester Again One Of Top CT Towns For Nip Bottle Sales
The number of nip sales in Manchester has been consistent over the past five years.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|
Officer Offered to Drop DUI Charges for Sexual Contact: Prosecutors
A Park City officer is accused of using traffic stops to solicit sexual contact from the same woman on two occasions, prosecutors said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Public Safety Committee Reviews Zoning Hurdles, Advances Facility Planning Work
Ridgefield committee reviews zoning process, site data and costs for police, fire facility options
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
'Alexa' Soon To Have A Sister In Vernon Named 'Trudy'
The town of Vernon is rolling out 24-hour access to municipal services and information, the first Of its kind in Connecticut.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|
Sheehan Girls Lacrosse Beats Hamden: PHOTOS
The Titans rebounded from a recent loss with a win over Hamden.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Girls Lacrosse Falls To Sheehan: PHOTOS
The Hamden girls lacrosse team lost a hard-fought game to Sheehan this week.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
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The Doorbell Rings; Do You Answer, Or Has Etiquette Changed? Block Talk
For many readers, the standard isn’t etiquette but safety or privacy when they decide whether to answer the door.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Fallen Firefighters Honored At Vernon's Fox Hill Tower
Vernon's famed tower was all red Thursday in honor of those Firefighters who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Baseball Beats Xavier For 4th Straight Win: PHOTOS
The Hamden baseball team split recent games with Xavier and Cheshire this week.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Karla Carranza, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff
Karla Carranza told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
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Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Oscar Martinez, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff
Oscar Martinez told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Mike Bornman, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff
Mike Bornman told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Repeat Felon Accused Of Gunning Down CPD Officers At Swedish Hospital Ordered Detained
New details emerge in cop-killing case, as repeat felon accused of shooting two Chicago police officers is ordered detained.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Secaucus School District And Town Both Seek 7 Percent Tax Increases
Secaucus homeowners will be asked to pay a combined 14 percent increase to their school and town tax bill this year.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Alex Villanueva, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff
Alex Villanueva told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Andrew Steak Society Opens In East Village: See Photos
The new steakhouse will offer the finest cuts of meat with each dry-aged for a minimum of 28 days.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Aida Ashouri, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney
Aida Ashouri told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles city attorney. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
2 Fallen Heroes From Prince George's Honored At Special Ceremony
The 41st annual Fallen Heroes Day observance will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Fallen Heroes Memorial at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
UES Esplanade Reopens Despite Widening Sinkhole, City Says
The city is still exploring options for the repair of the sinkhole, the Parks department told Patch.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Marissa Roy, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney
Marissa Roy told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles city attorney. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
South Bay Native Explores The Otherworldly In Premiere Of 'Shades And Shadows'
Veteran actor Amanda Vitiello, who lived in the South Bay while growing up, is headlining a new play that's set in ancient Greece.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
CSULB Alum Explores The Otherworldly In Premiere Of 'Shades And Shadows'
Cal State Long Beach graduate Amanda Vitiello is headlining a new play that's set in ancient Greece.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
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Los Angeles, CA|
Meet John McKinney, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney
John McKinney told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles city attorney. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
UES Spa Accused Of Selling Sex Shut Down By NYPD
The spa is accused of acting as a secret brothel in a lawsuit brought on by the NYPD and the City of New York.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Braintree, MA|
Major Braintree Employer Prepares To Leave Town After 14 Years
A paving contractor that's been in business for nearly 70 years, many of them in Braintree, will soon seek another road.
William Hall, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Luckin Coffee Debuts 3 New Limited-Edition Drinks At NYC Locations: See Here
Luckin Coffee has opened more than 10 locations throughout the city.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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Cherry Hill, NJ|
South Jersey Students Compete In Robotics World Championship
Three schools were represented.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Arts Council Recaps Fundraiser, Finalizes Plans For May Awards Event
The Ridgefield Arts Council recaps fundraiser success, finalizes May awards event and advances summer event planning.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Final Vote Expected On Route 22 Self Storage Project Replacing Farm Stand In Bridgewater
The public will have the chance to comment on the proposed Bridgewater Storage LLC that will replace Melick Town Farm before a final vote.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Lainey Wilson Channels 'Britney From Temecula' With Stagecoach Disguise
As 'Britney West from Temecula, ' Lainey wore a wig, sparkly outfit and perfected her secret identity. How do you think she did?
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Long Beach, NY|
Fine Art Expo Returns To Long Beach This Weekend
The Long Beach Fine Arts Expo returns this weekend, giving barrier island residents the chance to find the perfect art piece for their home.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Hicksville, NY|
Gotta Shop 'Em All: Westbury Target To Host Pokémon Fandom Experience With Mascot Characters Saturday
One of four U.S. stores hosting the special event for the 30th anniversary launch.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Club Is Cultivating Future Gardeners Through Family Geocache Hunt
The Oaks & Acorns have a geocache event running through May that would engage youth to find clues in the various gardens in the Township.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|
Orland Park Man, 77, Slain In Assault, Person Of Interest In Custody: PD
Samir Kassem was found dead inside his home in the 14100 block of Concord Drive Wednesday, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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