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West Chester, PA|
West Chester Boys Fall Just Short In Epic Little League World Series Classic
A historic game Monday night ended in heartbreak for the Pennsylvania and mid-Atlantic region champions.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Tribeca-FiDi, NY|
New French Restaurant, Maison Madison, Opens In Lower Manhattan
Maison Madison is currently open at 301 S End Ave.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|
Plan To Move Landmark, Demolish Celebrated Culinary Site Create Opposing Forces In Sonoma
Tidewater Capital proposes 46 homes, seven affordable units, and relocating the historic General's Daughter building.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|
Luxury Fitness Gym Coming To Alameda
"We designed this space around how this community actually lives, trains, and spends time together," the company's vice president said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Healdsburg, CA|
Proposed Healdsburg Tasting Room, Winery Live Music Parties Back On Agenda Tuesday
Planning commissioners will consider extending a downtown tasting room permit that previously drew neighborhood concerns Tuesday.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
After Being Arrested On Another DUI Charge, Concord Man Accused Of Throwing A Rock At A Woman: Follow-Up
Casey James Hynes was arrested in July on drunken driving charges. Two weeks later, he was accused of disorderly conduct at Salisbury Green.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Judge Allows Ada Doss Wrongful Death Lawsuit To Move Forward Against DCH, Security Firm
A Tuscaloosa County judge has denied a request to halt a civil wrongful death lawsuit for two of the parties involved.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Photographer Focuses Lens On Local Student Athletes
Bridgewater photographer Tom Zarcone said he focuses on sports, events and celebrating local kids and families.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Man, 46, Soils Himself At Police Station Following Latest DUI Arrest: Police
While officers were clearing the parking lot, they heard excessively loud music coming from a white SUV.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Man Vows To Shoot Everyone As He Waves His Gun On Sandy Drive: Police
Upon arrival, Joliet police officers encountered Eulises Ramos and detained him. Ramos was not armed at the time.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Edison-Metuchen, NJ|
Metuchen Council Adopts $1.5M Bond For Library Expansion, Renovation
The project is also funded by a state grant and contributions from the library itself.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|
Central Islip Charter School Eyes Major Expansion
South Shore Charter School plans to add fourth grade as it grows toward a full K-12 model.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
'Uwanted Subject' At On The Rocks Scuffles With Security Staff, Joliet Police Make Arrest: Police
The 36-year-old from Homer Glen was arrested by Joliet police on charges of aggravated battery to a police officer and criminal trespass.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Unveils New $112 Million Central Middle School
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Monday as the new Central Middle School prepares to welcome students for the first time this week.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|
4 Townhomes Proposed For Site In Downtown Glen Ellyn
Petitioners will have a pre-application meeting with the village's plan commission to discuss the proposal for 451 Duane.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
22K Lose Power As Underground Electrical Vault Burns In Long Beach
Just 75 customers remained without power Monday after more than 22,000 lost electricity Sunday evening.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Windsor, CT|
Windsor Schools Weigh Discipline Rules For AI-Generated Nude Images
The proposed policy also updates bullying rules and adds protections involving homelessness, sexual assault and human trafficking.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|
St. Charles School Lunch Prices Climb Amid Inflation, Rising Supply Costs
District 303 cites higher food, supplies and operating costs as lunch prices rise from $2.50 to as much as $4.50 since 2019-20.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|
$6.4M Co-Op Tops UWS Luxury Real Estate Sales
Ink has dried on four real estate contracts over $4,000,000 on the Upper West Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford To Consider Changing How Residents Are Charged For Sewers
The town’s Water Pollution Control Authority will hold a public hearing Wednesday on a proposed new fee structure and higher sewer rates.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Concern, Though Hope And Prayers, For LI Islamic Center Congregation Where Vandal Scrawled Hateful Graffiti
Its leadership, which cited yelling from motorists in the past, has increased its security, more so when children are present, Imam says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
$13.9M UES Townhouse Tops Luxury Real Estate Sales In Manhattan
Ink has dried on three real estate contracts over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
A Northern California Town Readies For Next Stage In Development Battle
Opponents seek 600 signatures while pressing Cloverdale officials for a new environmental review before vote on Esmeralda development.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Westfield's Gamify U Turns Gaming And Creativity Into Real-World Skills
Owner Dr. Zach Rosch brings 15-plus years of experience building elite STEM career readiness programs to his new business.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Summer Flower: Photo Of The Day
Does it get any more vibrant than this?
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Flooding Solution May Hurt Willowbrook: Officials
Burr Ridge and Willowbrook are the area's low spots. A regional stormwater plan is being pushed.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Birmingham, MI|
Popular Metro Detroit Shawarma Restaurant Opening New Location
The metro Detroit favorite earned its reputation for its bold flavors and quality ingredients.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington's Public Trees Valued At Nearly $26 Million
A new inventory counted more than 4,200 trees and identified seven with high-risk ratings.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Golden Dragon Burglar Captured By Joliet Police After 4 Month Investigation: Complaint
This marks the fourth time for 38-year-old Kevin Crosby being arrested by the Joliet police so far. His last one involved the Bel-Air Motel.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
Tiny Chef, Big Show: Le Petit Chef Serves Up Immersive Dining In San Diego
The dining experience combines 3D projections, animated storytelling and a four-course meal at the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|
Oak Forest Residents Confounded By Departure Of Taxpayer Advocate As Appeal Deadline Nears
Grace Bardusk resigned, effective Aug. 5. Residents question why she would leave the role at such a critical time for property owners.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
East Brunswick Weighs $300M In Repairs Vs. $425M New Building
The board reviewed renovation, expansion and new-construction options for the 1957 building
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Tuscaloosa, AL|
PETA Stages Graphic Protest At Grand Opening Of Raising Cane's In Tuscaloosa
Here's our coverage from the PETA protest at the grand opening of Tuscaloosa's new Raising Cane's location.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Data Center Ban Approved In Stafford Township
The ordinance, which also bans a variety of cannabis uses, passed unanimously.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|
Southbury Hopes To Look A Little More Like A Holiday Postcard This Year
The town is moving ahead with a festive new streetscape project featuring illuminated wreaths, garlands and more.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
2 Hurt In 2-Vehicle Crash On William Floyd Parkway: Police
Both drivers went to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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San Diego, CA|
Margaritaville's Day Of Service To Bring Music, Giving To Downtown San Diego
The free rooftop celebration at Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter will benefit the San Diego Music Foundation.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Rejected Used-Car Dealership Returns As East Windsor Eyes New Limits
The revised South Main Street proposal is smaller, but plans still include three repair bays and space for more than 100 vehicles.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|
Teachers Union Speaks Out As South Brunswick Tables Transgender Policy Vote
The union president says legal protections for transgender students remain regardless of the policy's fate.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Big Crowd Delays Hearing Tied To 250-Unit Suffield Plan
The hearing will resume Sept. 1 in the Suffield Middle School auditorium after the Town Hall meeting room exceeded capacity.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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