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La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township Official Rarely Shows Up For Work: Colleague
He has two elected jobs with full-time pay. He says he is on township duty around the clock.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
On International Overdose Awareness Day, Families Speak : "I Wouldn't Want My Worst Enemy To Join This Club'
"I just wish I could have one of his hugs today." Long Island families who have lost loved ones to ODs share memories with Patch.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
Trench Collapses In Riverside County, Construction Worker Seriously Injured
"The patient was transported by ground ambulance to a local trauma center with serious injuries," according to the fire department.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Teaneck, NJ|
Police In Teaneck Save Trapped Deer
D'oh! A deer got stuck in a well in Bergen County. It apparently happens often.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|
Pop Mart To Host Grand Opening In MoCo This Weekend
The popular toy retailer will be offering limited-edition items during its grand opening at Montgomery Mall over the weekend.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Remember G. Fox? Vernon Historical Society Hosting Presentation On The Legendary Department Store
In the G. Fox Heyday, 960 Main St. was the business hub of Hartford.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Upper Dublin, PA|
Blast From The Past: Tornado Touched Down In Eastern Montco
A tornado hit Upper Dublin and Horsham townships on Sept. 1, 2021, causing major damage in both communities.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Bart And Lisa, Kittens Found Huddled On Roadside, Seek Home: Northport Kitties Of The Week
The 4-month-old bonded kittens were found in Greenlawn and are now waiting at Pet Supplies Plus in East Northport, NCRA said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Mattresses Are Turning Up All Over Joliet, City Councilmen Joe Clement, Juan Moreno Notify Chief Rob Brown
At Monday's meeting, Councilman Clement raised the issue of a mattress discovery along the Wauponsee Glacial Trail not far from the homes.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|
Day Of Drinking, Bar Stop Preceded Fatal Boat Crash In Toms River, Authorities Say
A North Jersey man had at least four drinks in 2 hours immediately before the Barnegat Bay crash in July, according to the affidavit.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Fort Greene-Clinton Hill, NY|
New York Transit Museum To Mark 50 Years With Disco Dance Party
Vinyl Nights Presents Return to ’76 will take place Saturday, Sept. 26.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Tiger And Mittens, Bonded Tabby Twins, Seek Home: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
The 3-month-old brother-and-sister kittens were found in Babylon and are expected to arrive at Grateful Paw Cat Shelter after Sept. 10.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Edison-Metuchen, NJ|
Edison Council Considers Rental Inspection Overhaul
The measure updates definitions and requirements for rental unit registration.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|
Luck Is No Lady As Smash-And-Grab Crew Targets Video Gaming Terminals At Darla's A Third Time
A week after a similar burglary at another Palos Hills business, another coordinated smash-and-grab attack targeted Darla's, police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Man Arrested On Road Rage Gun Charges After Incident On Loudon Road
William Jsirandanis, formerly of Manchester, where he was convicted on road rage charges, was arrested after a multi-week investigation.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Los Alamitos-Seal Beach, CA|
Police Work With Local Family To Support Children Facing Cancer: How To Help
The Seal Beach Police Department is selling limited-edition challenge coins at $20 apiece to benefit a big cause this September.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
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Healdsburg, CA|
Premium Healdsburg Industrial Rent Commanded For 'The Point' Property
The 15,000-square-foot property matches some local listings but exceeds several industrial competitors and county averages.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Developer Struggled To Make Elmhurst Theater Project Happen: Emails
The company pulled out earlier this year. It was concerned about rising costs and the design.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Beloved French Bistro Jean Claude Returning To Upper East Side
The longtime neighborhood restaurant is expected to open in September, serving French classics in a brand-new space.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Woman, 38, With Knife Detained Under SAFE-T-Act Dangerousness Standard: Records
The man reported that he locked himself in a bathroom to get away from 38-year-old Brittany Muhealddin, Joliet police advised.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Farmington, CT|
Farmington Council OKs Cash For Development Plan Update, Community Survey
Farmington approved a development plan update and a townwide survey to help shape development and the town's strategic priorities.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Masked Men Burglarize Homer Glen Gas Station, Smash Gaming Machines: Cops
The group was inside the store for two minutes, and took an unknown amount of cash, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|
Federal Drug Case Details Cocaine, Fentanyl Sales During Undercover Meetings In McLean
Two undercover drug purchases in McLean became part of a federal investigation involving cocaine and fentanyl, court records say.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Project Proposes Hundreds Of Apartments In Sonoma County
Residents can review plans for up to 384 apartments at a Sept. 15 neighborhood meeting.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Strives To Get Kids Off Nicotine
West Hartford will use a grant for youth nicotine prevention, community education, and resources to help residents quit.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
Synchronized Traffic Signals Coming To All Of Western Riverside County As Part Of Pilot Program
How much travel time could be saved? Signal synchronization reduces travel delay between 13% and 94%, according to state analysis.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange House Cleaned Up After Village Cited Owner
Neighbors' complaints prompted village action. One reported seeing rats.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
From Marin To The Runway: Local Woman Chases An Unexpected Dream
After decades putting other people on billboards, the Larkspur woman decided it was finally time to step in front of the camera.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Ocean City, NJ|
Long-Approved Condo Hotel Project Moving Forward In Ocean City
The city said the approved six-story, 111-unit project includes 391 parking spaces and hotel-style operations.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
See Which Elmhurst Teachers Retiring Over Next Few Years
Fifteen teachers plan to retire in 2030. They are in line for what critics call "pension spiking."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich School Board Appoints 2 Members To Fill Vacancies
The Greenwich Board of Education held a special meeting on Monday.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
New Niche Perfume Store Opening In Somerville
Redola Perfumery offers curated luxury and artisan fragrances.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Madison, CT|
Madison ZBA To Hear Parker Avenue Home Rebuild, Other Variance Requests
The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting will include reviews of coastal residential projects, setback changes and other matters.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh Restaurant Ordered To Close
The Allegheny County Health Department has shut down a Pittsburgh restaurant for numerous food code violations.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Tribeca-FiDi, NY|
Here's What To Do In Battery Park City This Fall: See Events Lineup
The fall calendar includes performances, festivals and community celebrations.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Out Of Time: Ridgefield Holds Off On November Public Safety Referendum, Seeks More Work On $55M Plan
Monday's meeting also brought the first public disclosure of the privately owned parcel involved in the proposal.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
1 Hospitalized After Fight In Shirley: Police
They were taken to NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk in East Patchogue for treatment, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|
Big Changes Are Coming To Odenton MARC Train Station: What To Know
Commuters using the Odenton MARC Train Station will see over 100 parking spots blocked off for the next several months.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Havre de Grace, MD|
Abandoned Cemeteries Repaired In Honor Of U.S. Veterans
Havre de Grace city officials have teamed up with a foundation to repair abandoned cemeteries that are home to U.S. Colored Troops veterans.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
PURA Issues Draft Decision On Proposed Cable Access Changes
DarienTV had opposed the proposed changes to cable community-access operations serving Darien and other Connecticut towns.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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