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Columbia, MD|
Proposed Splash Park Would Replace Existing Community Pool
A proposed full-scale splash park in Columbia would need to replace one of the 23 outdoor pools. But which one? Residents can weigh in.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Developer Requests Extension For Drive-Thru Request On Ogden
Downers Grove village council will review a request to extend the special use permit for a drive-through addition ata 1250 Ogden Ave.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Frozen Yogurt Shop Closes + 7-Eleven Store Closures + $25K Donation + Optimum Phone Bill
Sysco-Restaurant Depot Merger / $6M Radiology Suite / Spring Fest
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Local Healthcare Worker Catches Adult Annoying Child Outside IE School, Intervenes
"Go Kick Rocks!" He said, chasing away a stranger, protecting the child. His story is a model of "if you see something, say something."
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
Big Pauly's Pizza Vandalized For 2nd Time In Less Than 2 Years
Four of Big Pauly's eight windows are boarded up following a break-in. The owner estimates the burglar caused up to $10,000 in damages.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|
Farm Celebrating Its Not-So-Ordinary Victory With Reopening In Howell
Samrock Stables makes "a fresh start, a new season, and a chance to stand together in support of local agriculture" after its court victory.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Negligence By City Of Joliet Prompts Lawsuit From Woman Out Walking Her Dog: Lawyer Seeks $50,000 Or More
This week's lawsuit names the city of Joliet as the defendants. The plaintiff is Rhonda Northrup.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
'A Long And Strange Trip': New Lenox's Arrowhead Ales Marks 10 Years, Owners Owe It To Community & Grit
Arrowhead Ales opened in '16, a passion project of 2 teachers with a bold idea and an opportunity. An anniversary party is set for April 18.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Morristown, NJ|
New Latin American Eatery Now Open In Morristown
The new spot is owned by the same people who operate another Morristown staple.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
96-Year-Old Danville Artist Opening His Studio To The Public
Josef Twirbutt, whose installations have exhibited across the world, will open up his studio as part of the Tri-Valley Artist Studio Tour.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
NYC's 'Human Google' Offers Help In An AI World
From oddball questions to deep research, NYC librarians say human expertise remains in steady demand.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Residents React After Huntington Board Approves Melville Crossing
Supporters called the mixed-use project a long-awaited step toward revitalizing Melville, while critics warned of risks to taxpayers.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Batavia, IL|
Water Street Studios To Relaunch Community Gallery
The Community Gallery program was on pause for the past year.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington Leaders Back Referendum, Weigh Finance Shakeup
A part-time transition plan for the finance office was also discussed as the town looks at possible shared services.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|
Brookfield Home Values Are Rising — Here’s How Much
Typical home values in Brookfield are up year-over-year, according to new Zillow data.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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
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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
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 after he accused Mayor Bob O'Dekirk of blackmailing him over explicit photos.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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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
Plainfield, IL|
Drunken Driver, 21, Flees From Police After Physical Altercation At Gas Station: Plainfield PD
The woman was also wanted on a warrant out of Texas for criminal mischief, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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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
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
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