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Vernon, CT|
Vernon Cops After Rescue Of 8-Year-Old From Swampy Area — 'It Was Like Quicksand.'
Vernon police Thursday detailed the complicated rescue of an autistic child a day earlier.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|
New Sensory Play Center Opens In Shelton
A new nonprofit dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible play space for children of all abilities recently opened in Shelton.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Wedding Cash Registries Spark Etiquette Debate Among Guests [The Question]
Survey respondents are split over cash registries, honeymoon funds and destination wedding costs as couples embrace modern gift etiquette.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Brooklyn, NY|
The Dog Fight Dividing A Brooklyn Park
One park rule has become the center of a neighborhood debate.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
World Pizza Champion To Open Restaurant In Fremont
"It’s incredibly special to be bringing Slice House to my hometown of Fremont," the founder and 13-time champion said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Liverpool Turns Attention To Soldier Field Finale After Wrexham Win
Head coach Andoni Iraola and midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai discuss Sunday's game versus Leeds United.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Moldova Consulate To Host Inaugural Sports Fest In Plainfield, Village Board Votes
"This is an opportunity not only to share parts of our heritage, but it's also ... to consolidate the community," the consul general said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Historic Building Teardown Defended
The decision was not made lightly, the Society of Mount Carmel said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
How One Fairfax Couple Turned A Lifelong Passion Into A Community Preschool
A Fairfax couple left corporate life and teaching to build a preschool focused on creativity, community and learning through play.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|
Lisle Park District To Consider Bond Referendum To Help Fund Indoor Recreation Center
The Lisle Park District will review a resolution in August that would place the bond referendum question on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Store Still Closed Because Of Power Outage
Only a tiny fraction of ComEd customers are still affected.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Rockdale Grandfather Suffers Road Rash After Knife-Wielding Teen Shifts SUV Into Reverse: Prosecutors
For the second straight month, the 18-year-old finds himself in Will County's Jail, but this time, prosecutors are keeping him there.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Cannabis Shop Proposed In East Windsor
The retailer would occupy a vacant unit in the Prospect Hill Road shopping plaza.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|
Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering Launches 2027 Reelection Campaign
Rotering announced her reelection campaign Thursday and outlined priorities for a potential next term.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
East Brunswick Community Arts Center Expansion Set To Begin This Fall
Mayor Brad Cohen says the state grant-funded project will start after East Brunswick Day and aims to wrap by year's end.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|
Missing Man Allegedly Beaten, Dismembered; 2 Charged With Murder After Blood, Saw Recovered From Home: Police
Investigators say Ruslan Furman was killed in November 2025 and that his remains have not been recovered.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Northbrook, IL|
Nanci Caplan Takes Over As Head Of Solomon Schechter Day School
The longtime educator plans to build on the Northbrook school's academic programs, Jewish learning and community partnerships.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
$200M Minor League Baseball Stadium Proposed In King Of Prussia
The proposed facility would also host professional soccer games.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
West Windsor, NJ|
County Awards Grants To Local Businesses Impacted by Clarksville Road Bridge Closure
The grants, each worth $10,000, were distributed through the Mercer County Small Business Grant 2026 Program.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh Cafe Slapped With Consumer Alert
An Allegheny County Health Department inspection turned up some unappetizing things at a Pittsburgh cafe. Get the details here.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
La Grange Restaurants Favorite Of Western Springs School Officials
A three-year dining analysis reveals the preferences of a neighboring school district.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|
1 School Director Voted Against Bensalem Budget Hike
Bensalem School Board Vice President Stephanie A. Gonzalez Ferrandez said she was concerned about dipping into the fund balance.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
What Western Springs D101 Likes To Eat
Favorite restaurants revealed in more than $40,000 in spending over three years.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Northbrook Residents Grow Hundreds Of Pounds Of Produce For Food Pantry
Covenant Living gardeners donate fresh vegetables each week to help Northfield Township families facing food insecurity.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
'Structural Deficit Problem': MTA Says $300M Budget Gap Driven By LIRR Raises; Union Calls It 'Irresponsible'
In a Wednesday meeting, MTA CFO Jai Patel said the agency's almost $300 million deficit for next year is "driven primarily" by LIRR raises.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Council Gets First Look At 2 Major Redevelopment Concepts
Fairfax City Council reviewed redevelopment concepts for Chain Bridge Road and Courthouse Plaza during a work session Tuesday.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
Manchester's New Library: At A Glance
The countdown has commenced for the transition to a new library in Manchester.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Company Argues Elmhurst Gambling Machines Legal
A local store has gotten in trouble twice in recent years for such devices.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
3 Rescued From Surf At 1 TIme At Smith Point Beach: Officials
The 3 were pulled from the surf on a day when the National Weather Service said a "high rip current risk" was in effect across southern LI.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|
What Sonoma's Best Winemakers And Drinkers Are Talking About: The After Hours
More than 25 wineries gathered above Sonoma Valley for an evening celebrating wines, stories, and evolving craftsmanship.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|
Public Hearing Planned For College Church's Revised Parking Lot Proposal
The public hearing comes after resistance from nearby residents and revisions discussed by the city's planning and zoning board.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Owner Of Multiple Norwalk Restaurants Teams Up With Chef To Open New Italian Eatery
The new eatery will mark the owner's fourth restaurant in Norwalk and aim for an "old New York Italian restaurant" vibe.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Previously Deported Joliet Felon 'Stated He Just Got Out Of Prison And Killed 3 People' Prosecutors
After starting his criminal career and sexually assaulting a teenager in Will County in the 1990s, he moved to Florida, prosecutors said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Ethics Panel Clears DuPage Official For Name Pin Issue
She wore an official pin to a Democratic fundraiser. An ethics panel found a complaint against her "insufficient."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|
Loudoun County Man Indicted For Possessing, Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material
A Loudoun County man arrested in April has been indicted on several counts relating to child sexual abuse material.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|
Brushwood Center Awarded $60K To Expand Veterans Art, Nature Program
The Riverwoods nonprofit plans to serve 550 veterans and military community members through more than 100 workshops.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|
Johnnie-O To Open First Standalone Midwest Store At Wilmette's Plaza Del Lago
The new Wilmette boutique connects founder John O'Donnell's hometown ties with the brand's Midwest debut.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Mineola, NY|
Renewed Debate Over Long-Delayed Fence Plans After Jeep Crashes Into East Williston Elementary School
Community members are raising concerns about North Side School’s lack of perimeter fencing after a vehicle struck the building on Sunday.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Bandshell Battle May Go To Voters
Residents have submitted a petition to put the controversial topic on the November ballot. The outcome would not bind the park board.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford RTM To Consider Utility Transfers, Youth Services Donation
Waterford RTM will consider utility funding transfers, a $15,000 Youth & Family Services donation and public comment guidance.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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