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Evanston, IL|
Early Players Enter Evanston's Mayoral Election: What You Need To Know
As of Thursday, three candidates have stated their intent to run in the 2027 Evanston mayoral election after Biss' resignation.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|
Dirty Soda Shop Coming To Romeoville, Location Details Coming Soon
The Romeoville location will open sometime in 2027.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Dismemberment Case Isn't First Slaying To Rock Plainfield-Area Man's Family
Years before Dalewayne Turner died, his mother was killed by her husband. Now his half-brother and wife face charges tied to his death.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
Prince William County To Hold Public Meetings On Agritourism Development
Prince William County will be holding a series of public meetings as part of its ongoing agribusiness and agritourism study.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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Cranford, NJ|
Cranford Says No To AI Data Centers With New Zoning Change
Cranford updated its zoning rules as AI data centers grow larger and more complex.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Tampa Artist's First Fashion Show Turns Vintage Clothing Into Wearable Art
A Tampa artist who handpaints whimsical images on thrifted vintage clothing will host her first-ever fashion show at St. Pete's FloridaRAMA.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|
Summit Welcomes Movie Industry, While Residents Worry About More Traffic
A new policy could bring more film and television productions to town, but some residents want answers about possible disruptions.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Arson Squad Investigating North Bellport Fire: Police
It broke out just after 9 a.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Plymouth-Whitemarsh, PA|
After Horrifying Revelations, Montco SPCA Lifesaving Rate Climbs To 95 Percent
Following years of mistreating animals and "needless euthanasia," officials are hopeful the shelter has begun a new era.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Beach Commission Reviews Holiday Events, Surf Club Plan And Beach Access Issues
The Madison Beach and Recreation Commission reviewed the items during its July 7 meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford A Lucky Place To Play The Lottery This Week ... Really Lucky
The same West Hartford store sold nine winning Play 4 tickets to two separate players, resulting in a massive payout.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield TPZ To Hold Hearing On Middle Housing Proposal, Review Fairfield University Projects
A Transit Community Middle Housing provision, in line with the state's new housing law, is being proposed.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
Hempstead Tenant Says Leaks, Pests Made Apartment Unusable
Management says renovations are underway after residents showed damaged flooring, dark staining, insects and water-damaged belongings.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Officials Tap $20K To Advance Site Evaluation Process For Police, Fire Facilities
Ridgefield's Public Safety Facilities Committee advanced site scoring and approved funding for conceptual facility designs.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Teen Seriously Hurt In Mastic Beach Shooting: Police
UPDATE: He was airlifted to a local hospital for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries, authorities say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|
Despondent Subject Takes Own Life In Front Of Worth Officers During Well-Being Check: Police
Worth police officers tried to verbally engage the man when he died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Arts Council Reviews Make Music Day Success, Plans Volunteer Recruitment
Ridgefield Arts Council praised Make Music Day, discussed recruitment and joined a state cultural district program.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
NJ Native’s Popular Bagel Brand Opens First Garden State Location In Westfield
A growing bagel brand is bringing a different take on the classic breakfast staple to Westfield.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
'A Tragedy I Didn't Expect': Woman's Beloved Dog Dies With Pet Sitter In Kankakee River Jet Ski Accident
Ariel Hill sent her 4-year-old dog to spend the weekend with a pet sitter on June 19. It would be the last time she saw Oreo.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|
'Anastasia' Coming To Buffalo Grove Stage For 6 Performances
Big Deal Productions’ cast includes performers from Buffalo Grove and across the Chicagoland area.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
Sant Ambroeus Team Pitches New Northern Italian Eatery In Yorkville
Experienced restaurateurs plan to bring Northern Italian cuisine to the former San Matteo space on Second Avenue.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Cambridge, MA|
Wonder Receives Wonderful Welcome From Cambridge
The New Jersey-based food service arrived in Massachusetts at the beginning of this year.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Burned-Out FL Engineer Finds Joy On Stage As Elvis Impersonator
A Tampa Bay-area engineer who patented an "Iron Man"-inspired exoskeleton found renewed passion for life on stage as an Elvis impersonator.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|
Couple Up, Long Island: Love Island Finale Watch Party Coming To Oyster Bay
The iconic waterfront bar will transform on Sunday as fans gather to watch America's favorite villa couples compete for the win.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Westport, CT|
'Provide An Easier Voter Experience': Westport Registrar Discusses Move To 1 Polling Site
Beginning with the Aug. 11 primary, all election voting in Westport will be conducted at one polling site instead of five.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Wrongful Death Suit Filed After Woman Chokes At Rolling Meadows Group Home
The lawsuit alleges Clearbrook failed to follow Emily Kasanga’s care plan, which required close supervision while eating.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|
Holmdel Resident Launches Senior Home Safety Business In Monmouth County
TruBlue of Monmouth County offers home safety assessments, grab bar installations and more to local seniors and their families.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
'Big Brother 28' Temecula Dental Assistant Joins The House This Season
Meet Drew Campbell of Temecula. BB28 houseguests are an MMA fighter, rocket scientist, game show host, daughter of an 80s pop star and more.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Dirty Soda Shop Coming To Crest Hill Next Month
The Crest Hill location will be the first to open in the southwest suburbs.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Stafford-Willington, CT|
July 4 Was Certainly Independence Day For Trapped Ducklings in Stafford
A dedicated rescue effort saved some young ducks in Stafford.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Newton, MA|
Celtics' Jayson Tatum Brings Book Tour To Newton
The NBA superstar is promoting his latest children's book.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Detention Hearing Delayed For Wife, Half-Brother Charged In Dismemberment Of Plainfield-Area Man: Prosecutors
No murder charges have yet been filed in the case, but prosecutors believe Dalewayne Turner was stabbed to death, dismembered at his home.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Downtown Hinsdale Store Closing; Increased Rent Blamed
Negotiations "are not getting us anywhere," the owner said. She has not given an exact closing date.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Dunkin' Drive-Thru Plans Move Forward In Homer Glen
The standalone Dunkin' would at the northwest corner of 151st Street and South Bell Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
I-15 Traffic Incidents: Truck Aflame, Truck Bed In Lanes Near Temecula
Thursday afternoon, CHP asked drivers to be on the lookout for these dangerous incidents on the I-15 near Temecula.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|
Riskiest Towns For Ticks In NJ: A County-By-County Breakdown
If you're planning a hike or other outdoor activities, see where you are at the highest risk for encountering ticks.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Fremont Mayor Highlights Manufacturing Boom In State Of The City: 'Where America Builds The Future'
"What's happening in Fremont right now is not normal," Mayor Raj Salwan said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|
People Were Inside Old Bridge Condo Struck By Lightning
A condo in Old Bridge was struck by lightning Thursday afternoon.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Drivers Hurt As Box Truck Plows Into Home After 3-Car Crash In Downers Grove
Fire officials say two drivers were hurt in the crash, which took place Thursday afternoon in the 2400 block of Maple Avenue.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|
Buffalo Grove Company Acquired After 4 Generations Of Family Ownership
Chicago Show, founded in 1902, was acquired by Grand Rapids entrepreneur Mike Hofmann.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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