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Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
District 47 Cancels Boundary Committee Meeting Amid Open Meetings Lawsuit
The district says it canceled the Oct. 6 meeting to avoid legal costs.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Abington, PA|
Suggestions Offered On Jenkintown Football Future
Residents are reacting after the Jenkintown School District canceled the rest of the varsity football season.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint, NY|
'Top Chef' Alum Will Open New South Indian Restaurant In Williamsburg
Mythily will open later this week.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Londonderry, NH|
Manchester Teen Arrested On Londonderry Child Sexual Assault Charges
Conner Olson was accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a girl when she was in elementary school between 2021 and 2022, court docs say.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Ellington-Somers, CT|
State Approves Major Solar Farm In Ellington
The nearly 5-megawatt project along the Stafford town line was approved.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Schools Honor Teacher, Staff Member Of The Year
Granby Public Schools has recognized two employees.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|
Skokie Board Review Finds Open Meetings Act Violation In Ethics Case
A DuPage County transparency advocate challenged Skokie's handling of an ethics complaint under the Open Meetings Act.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Gas Bills Could Rise Later Under $1.7B Plan
A major National Grid plan could affect what New Yorkers pay for energy in the years ahead.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Burr Ridge, IL|
Ex-Burr Ridge Official Warned About Political Signs
The village's action may have violated its own constitutional interpretation.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Temporary Bridge Plan Stalls As Suffield Street Remains Closed
Selectmen declined to waive the town’s bidding policy for a contractor as officials work to replace the failed culvert.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|
Friends Of The Alameda Free Library Used Book Sale Returns. Here's What To Know
The sale includes $5 bags filled with books.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Town Manager Awarded Pay Raises For 2027, 2028
The West Hartford Town Council unanimously approved two 3.3% raises, increasing his salary to $204,191 by 2028.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
$14.9M Co-op Tops UES Luxury Real Estate Contracts
Ink has dried on three real estate contracts over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
New Deputy Police Chief Appointed In Greenwich
The position was open following a recent retirement.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Morristown, NJ|
Morris Co. Mother Walks In On Stepfather Abusing Daughter, Police Say
The man sexually assaulted his stepdaughter at least five times over the course of three to four months, police records show.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
12 People Running For Joliet Mayor, City Council So Far In Spring 2027 Elections, Here's Who They Are
The Joliet mayor's position as well as the five District seats on the Joliet City Council are up for grabs in the coming months.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|
Cop Injured After Being Hit By Car In Marlboro, Police Say
The driver of the vehicle was issued summonses for driving while intoxicated, having an open container of alcohol and reckless driving.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater OKs $2.95M For First Responder Radio Equipment
The council approved a Motorola contract Sept. 17, with additional radio purchases expected at a later meeting.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Athletic Hall Of Fame Welcomes 2026 Class
Six athletes and coaches were inducted Saturday, while longtime local journalist Tim Jensen received a posthumous honor.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Man Found Dead From Gunshot Wound To Torso In Bridgeview
A man in his thirties was found fatally shot in the street near Oketo and 78th Street early Monday morning, Bridgeview police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Across Alabama, AL|
Alabama AG Announces Historic TikTok Settlement Worth At Least $100M
The state's total recovery could increase to as much as $300 million if certain conditions outlined in the settlement are met.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Anchor Social Temporarily Closes In Milford
A spot that opened last year is closing for the moment but has "big plans" in the works.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Health Department Shuts Down Pittsburgh Coffee Shop
Find out here why the Allegheny County Health Department ordered this coffee shop to cease operations.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Nor'Easter Claims Part Of Boardwalk Stairs Leading To Beach At Oceanfront Park On Long Island
Suffolk officials expressed concern about erosion before the storm hit, as waves could be seen rolling over the steps hours ahead on Friday.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
How Kirsten Lockhart Voted On Seven Fairfax City Projects And Plans
Review Kirsten Lockhart’s Planning Commission votes on seven Fairfax City proposals and how the City Council ultimately voted.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Elevator Firm Complained Lyons Township High Pushed Request Aside
A top school official, meanwhile, alleged he got the runaround from the company.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|
Popular Bucks Co. Pet Store Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The owners opened their first store at the Newtown Shopping Center on Sept. 4, 2001, just days before the terror attacks of Sept. 11th.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Bay Shore, NY|
Burning Stack Of Vehicles At Scrap Yard In Suffolk Spreads To Neighboring Property: PD
Two transit vans were damaged, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
'Relentless' Nor'easter Sparks Massive Cleanup Effort On North Fork: Highway Superintendent
"This nor'easter has been relentless."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
3 Hurt In Shirley Crash On Saturday Night: Police
They suffered non-life-threatening injuries, and were taken to NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk in East Patchogue for treatment, police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Zoning Board To Consider FEMA-Compliant Home, Property Variances
Fairfield's Zoning Board of Appeals is schedule to consider seven property variance applications during this week's meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Southampton, NY|
'Significant Beach Erosion' In Southampton As Nor'easter Slams Coastal Areas On LI
More than 1,000 residents were without power across Southampton Town Sunday morning, officials say.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
Nor'easter Gears Up For Next Round Sunday With Heavy Wind, Rain, Coastal Flooding: NWS
"Thes winds are no joke." See when the nor'easter will finally begin to wind down across Long Island.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Pedestrian Struck In Shirley: Police
it happened just before 3 p.m. on Saturday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
Fire Breaks Out At Ronkonkoma Home: Police
It started at around 10:30 a.m., drawing area firefighters, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Newington, CT|
Newington To Hold Public Input Session On Town Manager Search
Newington residents can give input Sept. 29 on the town manager position as the town searches for a permanent hire.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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New Rochelle, NY|
2 Hudson Valley Starbucks Locations Slated To Close: Company Will Shutter 250 Stores, Lay Off Employees
The closures come as Starbucks aims to reshape its footprint and focus on locations the brand says are underperforming.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|
Woodbridge Selectmen Send $118.5 Million Beecher Road School Project To Referendum
Woodbridge selectmen voted 4-2 to send a $118.5M Beecher Road School project to an Oct. 13 referendum.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
At Beaumont’s Oktoberfest, A Fire Captain Becomes The Festival’s 'Mayor'
Meet the Bürgermeister for the annual King Ludwig's Oktoberfest. Plus, what to check out this weekend.
Renee Schiavone, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Mastic Beach Fire Officials Witness Nor'Easter's Wrath With Downed Wires, And Fallen Tree On House
UPDATE: As of 4:30 p.m., the tide had gone down, but the fire department was receiving calls for downed wires and a tree fell on a house.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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