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Media, PA|
EMS Overhaul Proposed In Media, Delco Towns: Funding, Structure, Details Rolled Out
Crozer's shutdown left Delco scrambling for ambulance services. A regional alliance has been proposed as a longterm solution.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
Roslyn Students Turn Grief Into Action After Tragedy, Honor Friends With Anti-Drunk Driving Walk
"We hope to save lives and honor the legacy of Drew and Ethan."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
School Budget Vote Nears In West Orange, Superintendent Makes Plea To Community
If the budget passes, it will mean dozens of job cuts and a tax hike for local homeowners. Here's why money is so tight in West Orange.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
From 615K To Zero: Nips Sales In Tolland County Are All Over The Grid
Nips sales in Tolland County certainly vary from town-to-town, statistics show.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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Darien, CT|
Russian, Ukrainian And Slavic Nonprofit Cultural Club Proposed In Darien
The club would also feature a school component with Russian language-based extracurricular classes and activities.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
New York Hospitals Channel Federal Drug Savings Into Wall Street Investments
Research shows hospitals are increasing investments and contract labor amid a legislative push to expand program protection.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough School Board Approves 1.31% Tax Levy Increase For 2026-27 Budget
Residents were split over affordability and school funding as the board reduced the tax levy below 2 percent on Thursday.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|
Pedaling Against Parkinson’s A Personal Fight In Bay Area
A Bay Area spin class is tied to the broader movement exploring adventure sports as tools for living well with Parkinson's Disease.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Glen Burnie, MD|
Former Wendy's Site Sells For $800K
The site of a former Wendy's in Glen Burnie has sold to the tune of $800,000, the Hyatt Commercial company announced.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|
McLean Farmers Market Returns For 2026 Season At Lewinsville Park
The McLean Farmers Market opened its 2026 season Friday at Lewinsville Park with new sustainability and safety measures.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|
'Carry The Load' Coming To Yardley Saturday
Yardley Mayor Caroline Thompson is asking residents to help support the annual military veterans event.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Mom Knows Best: Tell Us About Her For A Mother’s Day 2026 Tribute: Survey
We want to hear about the best advice your mom or mother figure ever gave you, who she was, and what you’d like others to know about her.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
Sweet Senior Beagle, Molly, Alone After Owner Is Evicted, 'Didn't Think It Was Fair For Her To Live In Car'
And there are 2 other adorable beagles also waiting for their forever homes, the League says. Meet Molly, Finn and Manny here.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Woburn, MA|
AI Company In Woburn Faces Investor Lawsuit Over Claims Of 'Phantom Deals,' Cover-Up
The business, which uses artificial intelligence to develop specialized battery systems, has been financially struggling.
William Hall, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|
West Babylon Student’s Design To Represent Library Group For Decades
Local teens submitted designs and community members voted to help select a new logo for the Friends of the West Babylon Library.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Divided Hinsdale D86 Board Keeps Leader; Dissenters Allege Micromanagement
The board's "deeply unhappy" foes have "axes to grind," a board member said. Members debated the community's feedback.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Council To Vote On FY 2027 Budget, Proposed Tax Rate Increases
Fairfax City Council will consider increases to meals, lodging, and utility taxes during its May 5 budget adoption meeting.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
Manchester Again One Of Top CT Towns For Nip Bottle Sales
The number of nip sales in Manchester has been consistent over the past five years.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|
Officer Offered to Drop DUI Charges for Sexual Contact: Prosecutors
A Park City officer is accused of using traffic stops to solicit sexual contact from the same woman on two occasions, prosecutors said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Public Safety Committee Reviews Zoning Hurdles, Advances Facility Planning Work
Ridgefield committee reviews zoning process, site data and costs for police, fire facility options
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Vernon, CT|
'Alexa' Soon To Have A Sister In Vernon Named 'Trudy'
The town of Vernon is rolling out 24-hour access to municipal services and information, the first Of its kind in Connecticut.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|
Sheehan Girls Lacrosse Beats Hamden: PHOTOS
The Titans rebounded from a recent loss with a win over Hamden.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Girls Lacrosse Falls To Sheehan: PHOTOS
The Hamden girls lacrosse team lost a hard-fought game to Sheehan this week.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
The Doorbell Rings; Do You Answer, Or Has Etiquette Changed? Block Talk
For many readers, the standard isn’t etiquette but safety or privacy when they decide whether to answer the door.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Vernon, CT|
Fallen Firefighters Honored At Vernon's Fox Hill Tower
Vernon's famed tower was all red Thursday in honor of those Firefighters who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Baseball Beats Xavier For 4th Straight Win: PHOTOS
The Hamden baseball team split recent games with Xavier and Cheshire this week.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Karla Carranza, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff
Karla Carranza told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Oscar Martinez, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff
Oscar Martinez told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
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Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Mike Bornman, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff
Mike Bornman told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Repeat Felon Accused Of Gunning Down CPD Officers At Swedish Hospital Ordered Detained
New details emerge in cop-killing case, as repeat felon accused of shooting two Chicago police officers is ordered detained.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Secaucus School District And Town Both Seek 7 Percent Tax Increases
Also, the Secaucus school district proposes a four percent tax increase next year, and the year after that.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Alex Villanueva, Candidate For Los Angeles County Sheriff
Alex Villanueva told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles County sheriff. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|
Andrew Steak Society Opens In East Village: See Photos
The new steakhouse will offer the finest cuts of meat with each dry-aged for a minimum of 28 days.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Aida Ashouri, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney
Aida Ashouri told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles city attorney. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
2 Fallen Heroes From Prince George's Honored At Special Ceremony
The 41st annual Fallen Heroes Day observance will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Fallen Heroes Memorial at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
UES Esplanade Reopens Despite Widening Sinkhole, City Says
The city is still exploring options for the repair of the sinkhole, the Parks department told Patch.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Los Angeles, CA|
Meet Marissa Roy, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney
Marissa Roy told Patch why she should be elected as Los Angeles city attorney. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
South Bay Native Explores The Otherworldly In Premiere Of 'Shades And Shadows'
Veteran actor Amanda Vitiello, who lived in the South Bay while growing up, is headlining a new play that's set in ancient Greece.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
CSULB Alum Explores The Otherworldly In Premiere Of 'Shades And Shadows'
Cal State Long Beach graduate Amanda Vitiello is headlining a new play that's set in ancient Greece.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Meet John McKinney, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney
John McKinney told Patch why he should be elected as Los Angeles city attorney. The primary election is on June 2, 2026.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
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