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Taking Your Dog Everywhere Can Cross A Line Even Dog Lovers Draw [The Question]
Even devoted dog owners have limits on where their pets belong, while others ask for “a little bit of grace” for well-behaved dogs.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Lemont, IL|
76 Dogs Removed From Lemont Home, Man Facing Animal Cruelty, Felony Weapons Charges: Police
Seventy-six dogs were found living inside the home and garage off of McCarthy Road, police said
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|
Rochester Hills Among Safest Places Cities In U.S.: Ranking
It is another milestone for the city, which was also recognized as the best place to live in Michigan and 7th best overall in the U.S.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Milford Board Makes Decision On Restrictions For Waterfront Properties
The board met earlier this week and considered a proposal on restricting how far homes can extend toward the Long Island Sound.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
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Yorktown-Somers, NY|
High-Tech Production Values Create Real Magic At Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience At FDR State Park
The nighttime woodland enchantment has returned to the Hudson Valley with old friends, new interactive features, & spellbinding surprises.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|
Paranormal Researcher To Share ‘Ghostly Encounters’ In Wallingford
Wallingford's Joe Franke, an original student of famed paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, has been carrying on their work.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
35 Criminal Charges For Los Angeles Lakers Fan Arrested By Joliet Police Force
Joliet police captured the 27-year-old out of Chicago Heights and with 35 charges, there's no telling when he's getting out of the jail.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet To Follow Rockford's Roadmap: City Council Hires Chicago Company To Perform Tourism Study
Joliet's City Hall called for a tourism study and market assessment, recommending the Hunden Partners based out of Chicago for $69,350.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Ready To Oust Architect After Bid Failure
The low bid was more than $5 million over the architect's estimate. The village is figuring out how to proceed.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Burglar Busted Breaking Into Tobacco Shop And Leaving Pet Canary Out In Cold: OLPD
The store manager called 911 when he saw the man inside the closed business on the live security camera, Oak Lawn police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Cuts Ribbon At Rebuilt Lower Wharf
Improvements were recently completed to the Lower Wharf in Southport Harbor, after it was damaged during a December 2022 storm.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|
Several Dogs Removed From Lemont Home, Charges Pending For Homeowner: Police
The dogs are being removed from the property by Cook County and multiple Animal Control agencies, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Madison, CT|
Madison Zoning Board To Review Harbor Avenue Home Replacement, Coastal Variances
Madison Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings next month on proposed residential projects on Harbor Avenue and Liberty Street.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
Rainbow Crosswalk Backlash Spurs Swampscott To Adopt Official 'Flag Policy'
Swampscott Select Board Chair Katie Phelan expressed regret over how rainbow-painted crosswalks were painted black last week.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|
1st Tea Farm In Maryland Savors Success Of Locally Grown Product
The Bakers of Howard County started raising tea plants at their Woodbine farm. They sell their products at their on-farm store.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Local Moms Hitting The Field To Raise Health Awareness In Mount Laurel
This is the third annual Powder Puff game.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Glen Ellyn, IL|
Glen Ellyn To Vote On Special Use Permit, Zoning Variations For New Metra Station, Underpass
The requests received a positive recommendation from the village's planning commission in September.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
New CoreSite Data Center On County Ave. Will Be 4 Stories, 446,761 Square Feet
The Secaucus Zoning Board approved their height request in May. Now the town wants to limit how tall data centers can be near homes.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach, CA|
Fleastyle, 'The Original Hat Bar,' Celebrates Grand Opening In Laguna Beach
Community members and officials gathered to celebrate the opening of a new boutique opening in Laguna Beach.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
When Western Springs Italian Restaurant Plans To Open
The owner promises an "elegant" restaurant with many options.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Redondo Beach, CA|
Redondo Beach Art Project Advances Despite Cost, Traffic Safety Concerns
Redondo Beach's public art project moves forward despite concerns over spending priorities and traffic safety.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich School Seeks To Deepen Veteran Recognition Through 'Hometown Hero' Banner Program
A local school is proposing a program in which banners are displayed on utility poles to honor veterans and their service to the country.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
2nd Sexual Assault Allegation Surfaces Against Another UChicago Frat Party. Detailed In Lawsuit
“Despite being incapacitated, Jane Doe pleaded with him to wear a condom. The fraternity brother allegedly refused,” a civil suit alleges.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Student Helps Teach Kids About Cancer
San Ramon teen Keerthi Eraniyan founded Fight for the Cure to teach children about cancer through hands-on workshops and educational kits.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Lawrenceville, GA|
New Hotel Adds Luxury To Lawrenceville
"Seeing it finally come to life has been remarkable," representatives told Patch of The Lawrence Hotel.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Won't See Coffee Chain After All: City
The chain announced its local plan on social media in June.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
This ‘Underground Supper Club’ Just Opened A Restaurant In Nutley
There is only one sure thing at Soj: no two meals will be alike.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|
Long Valley Series Wraps Ep. 1 Filming, Eyes Release Window
Created by a Long Valley-based production company, the "Bully's Club" musical web series has wrapped production of its first episode.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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Orland Park, IL|
'Small Girl, Big Fight': Orland Girl With Rare Condition Celebrates Milestone 10th Birthday With Fundraiser
Savannah Taylor has a condition that causes seizures and has left her blind. Her family is grateful she has made it to her 10th birthday.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Zoning Board Hears Fire Risk Testimony On Rockland APV Battery Storage Site
An expert for the applicant Rockland APV said a modeled battery fire would stay within safety setbacks at the proposed site.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
'Demise' Of Western Springs Caucus May Happen: Ex-Official
Western Springs has seen no competition in village, park and library elections for more than two decades.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Manchester Woman Repeatedly Arrested On Stalking, Other Charges After Concord Gardens Complex Incidents
Carolina Solares-Fraga was arrested on assault, imprisonment, and stalking charges Sept. 20 and 21, and stalking and breach charges Oct. 8.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Temecula, CA|
Temecula High School Students Launch Free Community Closet For Families In Need
The student-led Rising Above club announced its inaugural free community closet offering clothes, shoes and accessories for anyone in need.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Former Santanella Challenger Endorses Pyznar For State House
Tom Tyler endorsed Republican Marie Pyznar after losing a court-ordered Democratic primary to state Rep. John Santanella.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Former Danville Student Leader Honored With Prestigious Fellowship
Turner Stanton, a recent University of Chicago JD/MBA graduate, was inducted into the Tony Patiño Fellowship.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Chain Known For Unique Drinks Closes Milford Location
The brand has six other locations in the state.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
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Basking Ridge, NJ|
Bernards Township Schools Outline $82M Facilities Plan Ahead Of Referendum
Vice President David Shaw said the proposal would address roofs, boilers and safety systems, with a first vote planned for November 2027.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|
Radisson Hotel Philadelphia Northeast Making Comeback.
The hotel on Old Lincoln Highway in Bensalem Township has undergone renovations for the last few years.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|
Students Win Cash Prizes In SMC, South Bay For Art Honoring Overlooked Innovators
Local students were among the artists recognized in a national competition awarding $24,000 for works celebrating unsung heroes.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|
New Program Helps Neurodivergent Adults Navigate Life After School In Marin County
The academy offers job training, life skills, arts and continuing education for autistic and neurodivergent adults.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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