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Philadelphia, PA|
Red October Looms: The Phillies Playoff Picture In The Season's Final Week
Best (and worst) potential playoff matchups, the likelihood of home field advantage, starting pitchers in relief, and more:
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|
Trick Or Trunk Sets Return For Berkeley Kids
Councilman Angelo Guadagno said families can donate candy and participants can sign up to decorate trunks.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|
Officers In 2-And-A-Half-Hour-Long Standoff, As Guest Refuses To Leave Hotel Room In Terryville: Police
The man left the room just before 11 a.m., and was taken to a local hospital for evaluation, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|
Berkeley Humane Offers Free Pet Vaccines, Microchips This Weekend
"No one should have to put off a vaccine or microchip because of cost," the nonprofit's director said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High Goes Out To Bid For Willow Springs Land
The school told bidders about historic opposition to industrial uses, but left the door open.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury OK's Car Wash Zone Change; Site Plan Decision Delayed
The zoning board earlier this month approved a zone change allowing for a car wash at Dorset Crossing.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
'Wanted' Individual Eludes Police After Foot Pursuit: Stamford PD
Officers conducted an investigation into a wanted individual on Tuesday, police said.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Flood Work Won't Hurt Willowbrook Residents: Official
The city explains why it is seeking money for one neighborhood and not another.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Wayne, NJ|
Alleged Cafeteria Stabber, Wayne School Served In Assault Lawsuit
The suit regarding a teen who was left in critical condition after a cafeteria school stabbing is moving forward, court documents indicate.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Take A Look At The Ongoing School Construction Projects In Stamford
"This is a really special moment for the City of Stamford," Director of School Construction Katherine LoBalbo told Patch.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Southington BoE Remembers 5 Ex-School Employees Who Died
Southington school officials observed a moment of silence on Sept. 10 for five former district employees who died over the summer.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Creates Trade Jobs To Cut Contractor Costs
The town plans to hire its own electrician, plumber and HVAC technician instead of relying as heavily on outside companies.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Ashburn, VA|
Woman Dead, Suspect At Large Following Reported Shooting In Aldie: LCSO
Loudoun County deputies are investigating what is believed to be a domestic shooting at a home in Aldie.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Saratoga, CA|
Students Help Small Businesses Find $105K In Potential Savings In Bay Area
High school students are helping South Bay businesses identify energy and water upgrades, rebates and other ways to cut costs.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
Smash-And-Grab Jewelry Theft Sparks Gunshot Reports At Bergen County Mall
The sound of the glass breaking prompted some shoppers to call 911, causing a SWAT response and a lockdown at the store, police said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
4 Rapes Reported At Cal State San Marcos In First Weeks Of Fall Semester
All four incidents occurred in student housing, officials said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
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Paramus, NJ|
Teens Crash Stolen Car Into Tractor-Trailer, Police Car On Route 17, Paramus Police Say
The teens led police on a chase after the stolen car was spotted cruising the parking of Garden State Plaza mall, police said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Residents Press Council For Traffic Fixes At Intersection After Crashes
Residents and council members discussed crash data, enforcement numbers and long-sought speed tables at the intersection.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Category 5 Hurricane Polo Could Send Rain, Dangerous Surf To Battered SoCal
Polo rapidly strengthened into a rare Category 5 hurricane Tuesday. Forecasters warned it could bring "extremely dangerous" impacts.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Cambridge, MA|
3rd Arrest Made In Murder Of Cambridge DPW Employee
The Fourth of July crime left the community in sadness and shock.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Black Mold Rampant In Home, Showers, Bathtubs Inoperable, Braidwood Decides Enough Is Enough
The community of Braidwood is just down the road from Joliet. It's due south along Interstate 55.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|
Legoland Debuts New Brick Or Treat Street, Halloween Treats In Carlsbad
The theme park's annual Halloween celebration returns with a new monster neighborhood, seasonal treats, live shows and trick-or-treating.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|
No Threat Found At Oak Forest High School, Students Dismissed For Day: Police
A SWAT team searched the school after a "possible threat" was reported Tuesday morning.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
'Disappointed': Darien Environmental Panel Axed After 39 Years
A member decried the move in a social media post. She accused officials of preventing the committee from doing its work.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Tuscaloosa, AL|
Special Election To Fill Kip Tyner’s Tuscaloosa Council Seat Expected By Year’s End
Tuscaloosa City Council is expected to call a special election in the coming weeks to fill the District 5 seat
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|
Beloved Long Valley Veterinarian Dies At 66, Months After Retirement
Dr. Russell Earl owned the Long Valley Animal Hospital for 16 years.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
Republicans Seek To Restrict Ballot Drop Box Hours In Montgomery Co.
Concerns persist from the GOP over the security of Montgomery County's ballot drop boxes.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Matt De Ferranti Puts Inclusive Economic Growth At Center Of Arlington County Board Bid
Arlington County Board member Matt de Ferranti discusses economic growth, housing and other priorities in Patch’s candidate questionnaire.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater-Raritan Board Of Education Hears Frustration Over School Bus Delays
Superintendent Robert Beers said route changes and contractor issues led to delays after the school year began.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Audrey Clement Makes Housing, Zoning Reform Top Priority In Arlington County Board Bid
Arlington County Board candidate Audrey Clement discusses housing, zoning, taxes and other priorities in Patch’s candidate questionnaire.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Cinnaminson, NJ|
Driver Charged In Pedestrian Death Along Route 130 In Edgewater Park
The crash on Sunday killed 51-year-old Welther Briggs.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|
Lemont Catholic School Sees 20 Percent Enrollment Spike As New Programs Added
SS. Cyril & Methodius boasts a new PK–8 STEM program, and its annual Corvette raffle just raised $120,000.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Arlington Heights, IL|
Shelter Youth & Family Services Names Kristen Daniels New CEO
Kristen Daniels will succeed Carina H. Santa Maria on Oct. 1 as the Arlington Heights nonprofit begins a new leadership chapter.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Schools Approve $177K For Air-Quality, HVAC Reviews
The district is also preparing to install carbon-dioxide sensors at Great Oak Elementary School.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Somers Murder Suspect Faces Separate Gun Magazine Case
The new charges allege conduct one week after the fatal shooting.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Weighs New Ambulance Deal, Fire Truck Replacements
The proposed five-year ambulance agreement includes an annual town stipend of up to $80,000.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Healdsburg, CA|
Healdsburg Residents, Council Challenge Vine Street SMART Station Push
SMART announced a move to a Vine Street stop, reviving disputes over housing, parking, and Healdsburg’s transportation future.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|
Frosty Dreams: Montclair Ice Cream Truck Owner Takes Her Job Personally–And It’s Paying Off
This ice cream truck will come to YOU. Get ready to forge some new memories, North Jersey's newest frozen dessert maven says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
Loss Of Dad, Brother To Suicide Pushes Man To Help Others At Columbia Practice
The Mood Center in Columbia provides advanced, evidence-based mental health treatments, led by a CEO who lost 2 loved ones to suicide.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Moves To Foreclose Over $45K In Blight Fines
Town records show the original trash violation was corrected, but building, zoning and fire-code problems remain unresolved.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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