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McLean, VA|
Fairfax County Tree Commission Faces Dissolution Under Environmental Board Overhaul
Fairfax County will hold an Aug. 25 public hearing on a proposal to dissolve the Tree Commission and shift its work.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
OP-ED: Fairfax Board To Vote On Abolishing Two Longstanding Environmental Advisory Groups
Doug Britt argues Fairfax County should preserve the Tree Commission and EQAC rather than replace them with one environmental panel.
Community Opinions, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Southington Reports Surplus As Council Revisits School Funding Dispute
Southington ended FY 2025 with a massive surplus as councilors tensely debated a school funding issue and financial advice.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Teaneck, NJ|
Bergen County Teen Who Was Caught With 198 Stolen Checks Is Arrested Again
A Bergen County teen who was caught in spring with stolen checks and a postal service uniform has been arrested again.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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West Village, NY|
Houston Hall To Host Summer Beerfest This Month
Held inside Houston Hall’s air-conditioned beer hall, the festival offers an indoor way to sample new brews.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield School Committee Backs Pre-K Space Talks, Prioritizes Indoor Air Quality
Ridgefield school officials advanced pre-K space talks and indoor air quality upgrades while weighing consolidation options.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|
Waymo Ready For Carrying Passengers In Napa County
Waymo inches closer to carrying passengers in more Bay Area cities after securing another key California approval.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Pit Bull Attacked Woman In Woodbridge, Sending Her To Hospital
The dog broke free of its leash and attacked a woman walking nearby.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Long Beach, CA|
Long Beach DUI Checkpoint Screens Hundreds: Here's What Police Found
More than 1,000 vehicles passed through the eight-hour checkpoint, according to Long Beach police.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
Thieves Are Targeting These Cars In Manhattan Beach, Police Warn
Five auto thefts were reported in one week as Manhattan Beach police warned of a recent uptick particularly involving two car brands.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
Mother Of Girl, 5, Who Drowned At Tinley Park District Pool Gets $990K In Wrongful Death Suit Settlement
Tinley Park-Park District settled the lawsuit with Megan Bagardo, mother of Hazel Gonzalez, who fatally drowned in June 2023.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Secaucus Man Admits To Bias Harassment Of 2 Men At Church
"He called me a queer. He said he was gonna punch my face in," the victim told police.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Chicago Street Pub Trespasser Bites Several Joliet Police Officers Trying To Detain Her: Prosecutors
This marks the second time Gleidymar Moreno-Puchi, 25, has been in the Will County Jail since late October. She comes from Smith Avenue.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Stonington-Mystic, CT|
Stonington To Hold Public Hearing On 2026-2036 Plan Of Conservation And Development
Residents are encouraged to participate in the public hearing and share their thoughts and vision for Stonington's future.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'She Was Experiencing A Lot Of Pain And Felt Like She Was Going To Die': Joliet Man Faces 9 Criminal Charges
Ofelia stated that the defendant has been living at the residence for approximately 9 years and considers him to be roommates.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|
Oishii Bringing Its 1st Retail Store To Chelsea Market This Week
The location will open on Thursday, August 20.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
$8.9M Condo Tops UES Luxury Real Estate Sales
Ink has dried on five real estate contracts over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
6-Story Residential Development With Affordable Housing Proposed In Greenwich: P&Z Docs
The applicant seeks to join two lots to build a six-story residential development, according to documents submitted to the town.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Cook County Forest Preserves To Remain Open During Teamsters Strike
Nearly 200 workers previously authorized a walkout amid a contract dispute over wages, overtime and other terms.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Local High School Counselor Offers Tips For Avoiding College Debt
Crystal Lake Central counselor Samantha McKenna urges families to file the FAFSA, research financial aid.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|
85-Year-Old Man Rescued After Fall In NJ Creek
The man was walking along the bottom of the creek on Thursday when authorities said he fell about five feet and hit his head.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange Will Limit Cooperation With ICE Under Mayor’s Executive Order
Another Essex County town has adopted a policy involving federal immigration raids. Here’s what to know.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
Phillies Fighting For Playoff Life: This Week In Philly Sports
With the season winding down, the Philadelphia Phillies are battling for a wild card slot with several surging teams.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
South Jersey Preschool Teaches Children Through Community Service
The owner wants families and children to connect with the lessons earlier in life.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Patchogue, NY|
Robber Makes Off With Cash In Armed Hold-Up At Dollar Tree In Patchogue: Police
It happened just before 10 p.m. on Sunday night, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
DuPage Official Wears Official Pin Repeatedly To Campaign Events: Complaint
She represents parts of Elmhurst, Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills, among other towns.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Mystery Surrounds Western Springs Shopping Center's Address
The village says it cannot explain why the center is listed as being on Gilbert Avenue.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Agency Bars Local Politician's Event
The candidate is asking the agency to reconsider. She says she cannot accept "the suppression or cancellation" of a community discussion.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury Native Launches App To Help Families Connect
Simsbury native Alex Colket co-founded KinClub, a private app designed to help families connect through games, creativity and play.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
9 Bergen County Restaurants Win Awards From Wine Spectator
The awards are given each summer to restaurants that "exemplify excellence in wine service around the globe."
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Seahawks “Do Have To Clean Up Some Stuff” Before Regular-Season Debut
South Lakes' Scrimmage at South County revealed secondary, offense still have work to do before Aug. 28 game at Yorktown
Concord, NH|
Woman Reported Deceased At Homeless Camp In The Woods Near Concord’s Transfer Station
A woman in her early 50s was found dead in a tent at a camp off Old Turnpike Road in Concord on Friday night.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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San Diego, CA|
San Diego Weekend Guide: Bayside Brews & BBQ; Family Safety Day; Lemon Festival; Endless Summer Market
Looking for some fun things to do this weekend, Aug. 15-16, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Man Injured In Friday Night Shooting In Tuscaloosa's West End
A man is recovering after a shooting Friday evening in Tuscaloosa's West End.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
West Deptford, NJ|
'Life & Liberty' Take Center Stage At New Series Of Events In South Jersey
Rowan University is hosting a collection of programs to bring people together with history through music.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|
Bat Discovered In Living Room Of Morgan Park Home Determined To Be Rabid
When animal control workers arrived at the home, they learned that an exposure had occurred within the living room, CACC officials said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Tuscaloosa, AL|
'I Want To Own Up To It': Testimony Continues In NYT Defamation Case As Trial Heads To Second Week
Here's the latest on the defamation trial brought against the New York Times by former Alabama basketball player Kai Spears.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
DUI Checkpoint Planned For Santa Monica Friday: See Location
An eight-hour DUI checkpoint is planned tonight night as police urge anyone who may be impaired to arrange a safe ride.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Trump Rallies For Blakeman, Celebrates Law Enforcement During LI Visit: 'Golden Age Of America Is Upon Us'
The president cited newly released FBI data while praising Nassau County and campaigning for Bruce Blakeman for governor.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|
Highland Park District 112 Marks Sherwood School Reopening With Ribbon Cutting
School and district leaders said the renovated Sherwood building is designed for students, access and sustainability.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
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