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Downers Grove, IL|
Village Council To Vote On Dutch Bros. Proposal In Downers Grove
Tuesday's vote comes amid pushback from neighboring residents over proposed drive-thru coffee shop.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|
Dishonorably Discharged Sex Offender Stalked Batavia Victim He Saw On Social Media: Police
Convicted of attempted rape while serving in the Navy, officials say the Yorkville man bought burglary tools hours before his latest crime.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
A Shove, A Split And A Shot At History: Manhattan Beach Open Returns
The iconic tournament brings 64 teams to the pier this weekend, with champions chasing records and former partners on a collision course.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Resale Boutique, To Be Known As Maison Maryanna, Seeks Joliet City Council's Approval Next Week
The business would be situated within an existing mixed-use building that has hosted comparable retail businesses over the years.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Hawaiian Bros. Restaurant Opening New Joliet Location: City Council Reviews Drive-Thru Permit
The applicant has submitted a site plan to the Department of Public Works showing the operation of the proposed drive thru.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Hoboken Man Charged For Aggravated Sexual Assault Of Minor
A Hoboken man was arrested last month for sexual assault, the Prosecutor's Office confirmed.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
How To Handle Feral Cats And Free-Roaming Pets: Block Talk
Free-roaming housecats and unmanaged feral cat colonies may be living their best nine lives, but they can fuel neighbor conflicts.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Shadow Daddy, Big Bear Bald Eagle, Has A New Companion In KD-1: Here's What We Know
Shadow, left behind in Big Bear after the death of his mate, Jackie, has been seen with KD-1, a bald eagle from the Prado Wetlands.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Hermosa Beach, CA|
Popular LA Taco Spot Heads To The Beach With New Hermosa Location
A popular LA taco spot will celebrate its Hermosa Beach grand opening Saturday with tacos, music and beachside fun.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Bethenny Frankel's Hamptons Pop-Up Café + Italian Restaurant Closes + New Emack & Bolio's: LI Biz Roundup
Fundraiser for late firefighter / Station Yards farmers market / AYCE sushi restaurant closes / Commack seafood market closes
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Historic Landmark Designation Removed From Westfield Home On Stoneleigh Park
Council members cited owner rights and a narrow process as they voted to remove the local designation.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Public Tree Hearing Scheduled In Greenwich
A hearing is triggered after an objection from the public to a posted tree removal.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Orange, CT|
Orange Selectmen Vote To Pause Flock Camera Technology, Approve Food Waste Collection
Orange selectmen voted to pause Flock camera technology and approved weekly food waste collection from the transfer station.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|
Q&A With To Kalon Collective: 4 Winemakers Reveal Next Mondavi Move
Patch Q&A explores how a new Robert Mondavi Winery tasting concept plans to translate four wine brands into one celebrated vineyard.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Fremont Robbery Suspect Caught Hiding In Restaurant After Police Chase: Authorities
Police say the suspect was stealing from a store and flashed a gun at employees trying to intervene.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Conservation Commission To Review Open Space Acquisitions, Enforcement Cases
Congress Street parcels, wetlands concerns and FY27 budget updates are set for discussion at upcoming meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Long Beach, CA|
Long Beach's $1B Makeover Is Underway. Here's What's Coming Before The Olympics
More than $215 million is earmarked for Olympic Legacy projects as Long Beach prepares to become a major hub for the 2028 Games.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|
'Super' El Niño Now Poised To Shatter Records
An El Niño could reach historic strength this winter, raising California’s risks from storms, flooding, and waves, forecasters warn.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Betting On Italian Grapes To Give CA Wine Country Rare Lift: Wine Talk
Centennial Mountain bets on Etna grapes as California wineries again chase younger, adventurous wine drinkers.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Bears Tickets Most Expensive In NFL As Soldier Field Future Hangs In Balance: Study
A family of four could spend over $2,100 at Soldier Field, according to an analysis released as the Bears ready for their preseason opener.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
Huge Crowd Waits Eagerly For Hours As Bethenny Frankel's Supermodel Café Pop-Up Launches In Hamptons
On the day the café launched, Southampton officials issued a stop work order, with issues to address; the business was open as usual Friday.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
DeFlock St. Pete To Host First Public Meeting
A grassroots group opposing the use of Flock Safety license plate-reading cameras, DeFlock St. Pete, will hold its first public meeting.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|
Malden Music School Owner Hopes To Help Students Find Their Own Voice
The school opened in its namesake neighborhood earlier this month.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|
Newtown Moves Forward With $1.67M Community Center Project
The Board of Selectmen approved a contractor for the roughly $1.67 million project.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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Stamford, CT|
Stamford Parks & Recreation Commission To Discuss Park Bike Restrictions, Proposed Special Events
Here's a preview of the upcoming Stamford Parks & Recreation Commission meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Broken Lamps, Old Electronics Get New Life At Huntington Repair Café
Volunteers repaired lamps, electronics and more as the traveling Long Island Repair Café nears its 10th year.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|
2-Building Business Park Proposed For Old Lockformer Company Site In Lisle
Developers will present a concept design plan to revamp the 18.5-acre space that was once home to The Lockformer Company.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Suffield Hearing Could Set Stage For 250 Rental Units
A proposed zoning change could reshape what is allowed near Suffield’s town center.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme Road Safety Panel Reviews Dangerous Intersections, Speed Signs And Traffic Cameras
Gov. Lamont is urging Connecticut municipalities to pause installation of new cameras and automated license plate readers
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Escaped Horse Crashes Into Car In Unincorporated Will County: Sheriff
The car was damaged on one side, but the horse seemed to be unharmed, its owner told deputies.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Vintage Buses Roll Into Brooklyn For Annual Festival
Historic MTA buses will leave their depots for a rare public display, where visitors can step inside and explore transit history.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Considers 9-Month Development Pause As 150-Unit Housing Proposal Emerges
The proposed pause would affect major multifamily and subdivision applications while Oxford planners review zoning and infrastructure.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Farmington, CT|
Farmington OKs Redevelopment Of Former Barnes & Noble Site
The zoning board has approved plans to redevelop the site with a jewelry store, ice cream shop, and children's activity gym lined up.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Artist Behind Oak Lawn 9/11 First Responder Memorial Gives Talk At Oak Lawn Library
Artist Erik Blome reflects on creating “Heralds of 9/11,” incorporating beams from the fallen WTC towers Aug. 20 at the Oak Lawn Library.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Tuscaloosa Businessman Raising Funds To Aid Colombian Earthquake Victims
A Tuscaloosa businessman is raising money to provide disaster-relief supplies to families in Colombia
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
Adorable New Baby Muntjac Born At Elmwood Zoo: PHOTOS
Elmwood's newest resident was safely delivered this week.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Deerfield, IL|
Riverwoods Launching Community Survey To Help Shape Village Priorities
Residents will be asked to weigh in on local needs, expectations and future priorities in an anonymous online survey.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
‘This Camp Will Not Die’: MERC Basketball Camp Celebrates 20 Years In Huntington Area
MERC’s 20th summer brought 185 campers, about 40 staff members, scholarship fundraising and a Bahamas trip giveaway.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Doctor Finds Community On Set Of Hit CBS Show
After being involved in the making of season 1 of the hit CBS show, a Greenwich doctor was brought back for season 2 as an extra.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Falls Church, VA|
Fairfax County Contractor Accused Of Stealing Nearly $2 Million From Falls Church Software Firm
A former Falls Church software contractor faces seven wire fraud counts in an alleged scheme involving nearly $2 million.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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