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Rockville Centre, NY|
Rockville Centre School District Moves Ahead With $141.3M Budget Proposal
The RVC school board adopted a budget proposal Thursday that officials called “financially necessary” and “programmatically challenging."
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Former Woodbridge Cop Gets Up To 1 Year In Jail For Molesting Cousin
The victim said it started when she was 8 years old and he was 11. They had been left alone.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Allergy-Friendly Eatery Unveils New Menu Bursting With Creative Dishes
Burtons Grill and Bar will officially open in Bel Air Tuesday with a full menu of delicious dishes that take into account dietary needs.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
These 88 Large Corporations Paid Zero Federal Income Taxes Last Year: Report
Meanwhile, many New Jersey residents are struggling to afford basic necessities like housing, health care and food, polls say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Don 'Duck' Dickinson's Lawsuit Against Roechner, Reid And City Of Joliet Falls Apart: Judge Explains Why
Don Dickinson resigned from the Joliet City Council in shame after he accused Mayor Bob O'Dekirk of blackmailing him over penis photos.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|
Rare Comet Visible Over Connecticut This Month: When, Where To Look
Astronomers say Comet PanSTARRS R3 could be visible before sunrise, but timing and conditions will be key.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|
Iconic, Over 200-Year-Old NJ General Store To Reopen Under New Owners
Known as one of the oldest general stores in NJ, a local sweets company will be taking over following its abrupt closure last year.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
When To Mow On Weekends To Avoid Alienating Neighbors: Block Talk
If you’re thinking about firing up the lawn mower early on weekends, your neighbor who sleeps in has something to say.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
Drunk Driver, 21, Flees From Police After Physical Altercation At Gas Station: PD
The woman was also wanted on a warrant out of Texas for criminal mischief, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Support For Schools, Caution On Service Cuts Highlight Fairfax City Budget Feedback Session
City residents at Thursday's meeting prioritized schools and infrastructure, while many favored delaying projects over cutting services.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Great Neck, NY|
'Creativity Doesn’t Have Limits:' Great Neck Student Talks Writing After Winning Baseball Poetry Contest
Kendall Aufenanger’s award-winning poetry and advocacy for authentic writing earn her a national platform.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
West Chester, PA|
'No Planned Layoffs' After Chester County-Based QVC Files For Bankruptcy
"All team members should fully expect to continue receiving their wages and benefits without interruption," the network said.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Darien, CT|
Darien P&Z To Consider Possible Moratorium On Large Multi-Family Projects
Here's what's on tap for the Darien Planning & Zoning Commission's upcoming meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Reston Association Board Elects New Officers For 2026-27
Travis Johnson named president as Reston Association installs new leadership following the recent board elections.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
A Shotgun, Gold Bars, Cash, And A Treasure Trove Of Drugs: Concord Homeless Camp Shooting Victim Busted
Matthew Snyder, previously of Manchester, was arrested for drug sales, released, and fled during transport, leading to a citywide manhunt.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
SUV Crosses Route 22, Hits 3 Cars Before Crashing Into Building In Bridgewater: Police
A driver and their juvenile passenger were hospitalized following the crash on Wednesday.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
Plainfield Village Board To Pass Moratorium On Data Centers: 'Don't Even Bother Applying'
The Village Board will vote on the 180-day moratorium at Monday night's meeting.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
3 Dogs In Secaucus Red Roof Inn Attack Are Still Alive, Have Not Been Euthanized
The three dogs that attacked a man and a woman at the Secaucus Red Roof Inn in February have not been euthanized.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Community Information Session Scheduled For Madison CERT Program
Madison's Community Emergency Response Team effort was recently approved by the Board of Selectmen.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Crest Hill Man May Lose His 2014 Subaru Outback After Menard's Incident: Civil Forfeiture
Kenneth Ewell faces no criminal charges in Will County, yet Will County State's Attorney Jim Glasgow aims to confiscate his Subaru Outback.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Private School Seeks Additional Staff Housing, Expanded Faculty Day Care Center
The school is proposing to add 20 new housing units with a total of 52 bedrooms, along with an expanded day care facility.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Expectation Church Plans Multi-Phase Expansion, New Outreach Building In Fairfax
Expectation Church files a special permit amendment to expand its Braddock Road campus, adding 450 seats and new facilities.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Chips Away At Lack Of Northside Sidewalks
The city completed a sidewalk on Crestview Avenue a few months ago.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Zoners Approve Governor Street Signage, Push Short-Term Rental Rules
Ridgefield PZC OKs Governor St signage, continues sewer review and debates new short-term rental regulations.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
New Darien Chain Store Opens Friday
It is going in the spot of Joann Fabrics, which closed last summer.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
2 Overdoses In Concord In An Hour: One Man Dies, Another Man Survives And Is Hospitalized: Video
Concord police and fire and rescue teams are investigating a fatal overdose behind the Cumberland Farms on North Main Street on Thursday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|
Tri-Valley Student Headed To Scripps National Spelling Bee
For the second year in a row, Pleasanton student Rithvi Balajee qualified for the prestigious national spelling bee in Washington.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Crest Hill Woman Who Poked His Stomach With Kitchen Knife Pleads Guilty, Learns Her Sentence
Sylvia Tovar, 38, spent three days in the Will County Jail following her January arrest by the Crest Hill police force.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Local Professionals Come Together To Inspire Beaumont Youth
Brookside Elementary students met 20 professionals at a career day aimed at real-world learning connections.
Renee Schiavone, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
Norristown Municipal Administrator Leonard Lightner Resigns
Turnover has become a consistent theme in local government. “I think our community deserves stability," Councilwoman Mydera Robinson said.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|
Ford City Mall Given Notice It Could Be Shut Down Due To 'Imminent Health And Safety Risks'
Conditions inside the mall, including a leaking fire suppression system, could lead to “catastrophic” structural failures, the city says.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|
City Council Requests Mayor Defend Medford In Divestment Lawsuit
The city was sued for adopting a divestment ordinance last year.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
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Glen Burnie, MD|
Drive-Thru Coffee Chain To Open 1st Site In County
The popular 7 Brew drive-thru coffee chain is expanding in Maryland and is now establishing its very first base in the county.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
After Fire, St. Pete Ceramics Finds Temporary Home As Rebuilding Begins
St. Pete Ceramics has temporarily moved into Five Deuces Galleria after a fire destroyed its studio space earlier this year.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
He Stole Thousands From Joliet Park District As Finance Director, Matt Pehle Pleads Guilty, Learns Sentence
Joliet resident Matt Pehle's criminal proceedings at the Will County Courthouse lasted for three years.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
North Haven, CT|
Black Bear Sightings Reported In North Haven — Here’s How Many So Far In 2026
New state data shows how often bears have been spotted in North Haven this year as activity rises across Connecticut.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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Hamden, CT|
Black Bear Sightings Reported In Hamden — Here’s How Many So Far In 2026
New state data shows how often bears have been spotted in Hamden this year as activity rises across Connecticut.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Cheshire, CT|
Black Bear Sightings Reported In Cheshire — Here’s How Many So Far In 2026
New state data shows how often bears have been spotted in Cheshire this year as activity rises across Connecticut.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Black Bear Sightings Reported In Southington — Here’s How Many So Far In 2026
New state data shows how often bears have been spotted in Southington this year as activity rises across Connecticut.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Avon, CT|
Black Bear Sightings Reported In Avon — Here’s How Many So Far In 2026
New state data shows how often bears have been spotted in Avon this year as activity rises across Connecticut.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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