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Philadelphia, PA|
Sixers Trade For Celtics Star Jaylen Brown, Reportedly Want Lebron James
Longtime enemy and 5-time All Star Jaylen Brown is coming to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Kindness Has Limits When It Comes To Lying, Readers Say [The Question]
Readers debate the ethics of white lies and brutal truths, and the line between fibs sparing feelings and falsehoods causing real harm.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Stafford-Willington, CT|
Kitten Found 'Fighting For Life' And Brought To Willington Animal Control Showing Improvement
Animal Control: "We are asking for the community’s help to offset these unexpected veterinary expenses."
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
East Hampton, NY|
Owner Of Fishing Boat That Sank Off Montauk Speaks On Captain's Harrowing Save: 'It All Went Bad'
The captain was found clinging to a beacon, officials say. "Finding the mariner and reuniting him with his family is why we do this job."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Truck Crashes At Fuller's Car Wash, Site Of 2023 Fatal Collision
Barriers appeared to have stopped the truck from reaching the sidewalk.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|
Person Injured After Falling From Top Of Livermore Parking Garage: Police
Livermore police are investigating the fall from the top level of a Livermore parking garage.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Criminal Investigation Happening On Ruth Fitzgerald Drive: State Police
Police declined to release additional information "to protect the integrity of this open and ongoing investigation."
Shannon Antinori, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
New Coffee Shop Brings Specialty Lattes, Middle Eastern-Inspired Flavors To Norwalk
The store offers a wide variety of specialty lattes, including pistachio, biscoff and Spanish, as well as matcha drinks and fresh pastries.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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Orange, CT|
Orange Zoning Commission Approves Aspire School, Elderly Apartment Conversion
Orange approved Aspire's school proposal, an elderly apartment conversion and land donation referrals.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Suffolk Has Most Lyme Cases In NY; Sen. Schumer Seeks $273M To Fight Tick-Borne Disease
New data shows Suffolk County recorded 3,152 Lyme disease cases in 2024, the most of any county in New York, Schumer said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Pet Portraits Raise Money For Paws-4-Kids Therapy Dog Program
A Frankfort photographer is offering the sessions starting this month.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Emerald High Freshmen Launch Podcast To Share Veterans' Stories
EHS freshmen interviewed local veterans to better understand military service and challenge common stereotypes.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Long Beach, NY|
How To Beat The Heat, From A Mount Sinai South Nassau Expert
With a life-threatening heat wave underway, a Mount Sinai South Nassau expert gives his advice on how Long Islanders can stay cool.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Council To Review Proposal For 184-Unit Apartment Complex On 31st Street In Downers Grove
If approved the Forest Trail Luxury Apartments redevelopment would replace an existing office building at 1020 31st St. in Downers Grove.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Burnie, MD|
Popular Food Hall To Host 2 MD Grand Openings This Month
The Wonder food hall will be hosting two grand openings in Maryland's Glen Burnie and Bowie communities this month.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
4 Businesses Welcomed By Glenview Chamber Of Commerce
The new businesses include a South Indian restaurant, a math enrichment school, a chiropractic office and a downtown retail shop.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Darien, CT|
Great Island Access Planning Continues To Progress, Selectmen Hear Update On Latest Design
The selectmen received an update on the 60-plus-acre property centered around circulation, stormwater management, utilities and lighting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Elevator Entrapment In Brooklyn Renews Focus On Subway Accessibility
Three passengers were rescued inside a Brooklyn subway elevator.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
San Ramon Valley Rowers Win National Championship With Oakland Strokes
Students from San Ramon Valley, Dougherty Valley and Monte Vista high schools helped the East Bay club capture a national title in Florida.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
North Fork Eatery Celebrates 50 Years + Mister Softee Opens + 1st-Ever Shake Shack On East End
Best ice cream spots on LI / new Nashville hot chicken spot / Home Goods in Shirley
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Across America, US|
America At 250: Voices Of Freedom, Worry And Hope From Across The Country
With a mix of pride, concern, and hope, readers described America as a land of liberty and opportunity with promises not yet fully realized.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|
McHenry County Man Sexually Assaulted Child In Yorkville Home: Police
The investigation began after the parent of a child reported the man had come to the family's residence to work on a vehicle, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Image Gallery: Tractor-Trailer Removed From Vernon Trail System After Crashing Off I-84
A meticulous sequence led to a truck being removed from a hiking trail in Vernon after it crashed off the highway.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Mahwah, NJ|
Mahwah Man Strangled Driver Who Stopped For School Bus: Police
A Mahwah man was charged with strangulation and assault on Thursday, police said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Montclair, NJ|
Essex County Lawmakers Split Votes On NJ Budget: Here’s What They’re Saying
It’s one of the biggest moments of the year in the Statehouse. Here’s how these lawmakers from Essex County voted.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Police Investigate Traffic Concerns At Bridgewater Intersection After Petition
A petition asked township officials to study whether new stop signs are needed at two "high-risk" intersections.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Hellenic Restaurant, Beloved North Fork Eatery, Celebrates 50 Years: 'Thank You For Being Part Of Our Story'
A celebration Saturday features Greek music, specials, rich memories. "We are the same family that started the restaurant 50 years ago."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Meet Orzo, A Toothless, Resilient Cat Ready For A Fresh Start
The young cat underwent a full-mouth tooth extraction after being rescued from a hoarding situation. He is looking for his forever home.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
'Life And Limb': La Grange Teardown Could Pose Danger, Neighbor Says
An official said the village takes safety seriously, saying an allegation to the contrary is unfounded.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|
Watch: North Bay Kennel Mistakenly Drawn Into Humboldt Mass Dog Killing Investigation
Family-owned kennel received online attacks and angry calls fueled by confusion over Humboldt Miranda's Rescue dog rescue investigation.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Officer, Motorist Hurt In William Floyd Parkway Crash In Shirley: Police
The officer's marked cruiser was turning with its lights and siren activated when it was struck by a Kia, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Cut Your Con Edison Bill During NYC Heat Wave
A little-known program rewards households for cutting power use when the grid faces its biggest strain.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Berkeley, CA|
July 4th Road Closures In Berkeley. What To Know
City officials say the closures are to help keep Berkeley safe.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|
$1.6 Million Mabie Playground Renovations Nearing Completion In Summit
The long-awaited ADA-accessible playground is expected to open soon following months of construction and upgrades.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Pacitti Brothers Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary In Hatboro
The ice cream and hot dog seasonal summer business on North York Road is introducing some new menu options this year.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
$584 Tax Hike Proposed In Bloomfield: What Comes Next For Town Budget
The municipal increase would be in addition to school and county taxes.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Lacey, NJ|
Lacey School Board Welcomes New Superintendent
Brewer was appointed to a three-year term beginning July 1 after county approval of his contract.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Pedestrian Struck, Killed On Beaumont Street, Road Closures In Place
A pedestrian was struck and killed early Wednesday, which led to this lengthy Beaumont road closure.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Where You Shop In NYC Can Add Dozens Of Dollars To A Cookout
See how local prices compare.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Man Recorded Boy In Woodfield Mall Restroom: Schaumburg Police
The Rolling Meadows man was placed on electronic monitoring and ordered to stay away from children and the shopping center.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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