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Tinley Park, IL|
Motorcyclist Killed In Tinley Park Crash ID'd: Medical Examiner
The man killed in a crash with a motorcycle and pickup truck Friday night in Tinley Park has been identified.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Competitive Eaters Take On Sweet Challenge At World Strawberry Shortcake Eating Championship On LI
See how many lbs. of strawberry shortcake the winner ate in 8 minutes. Video, photos here.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
New Strawberry Queen Named At 71st Annual Mattituck Strawberry Festival: 'A Strong Sense Of Community'
The crowning of the Strawberry Queen has been a well-loved tradition on the North Fork for generations.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
1 Killed In Crash With Pickup Truck, Motorcycle: Tinley Park PD
The crash happened at 163rd and Harlem Avenue Friday night.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Riverhead, NY|
'Monster' Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Shipped Upstate Just 1 Day After Sentencing: Officials
Rex Heuermann's DNA will now be entered into a national database, officials say.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Medicare Covers Power Wheelchairs For Life At Home. Disabled New Yorkers Need Them For Life Outside It.
After a Medicare fraud crackdown, wheelchair approvals got more complex. A Patch investigation found denied amounts more than tripled.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Woman Accused Of Embezzling $78,000 From Former Fairfield Employer: Police
The suspect, a Trumbull resident, is accused of making "hundreds of unauthorized refund transactions," according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Fugitive Bridegroom Accused Of Killing Bride Extradited From Mexico To United States: FBI
A year after his capture in Mexico, Arnoldo Jimenez is extradited to U.S. to face first-degree murder charge of his Burbank bride in 2012.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Across California, CA|
'Sharky Summer' Predicted For CA Beaches: 'A Perfect Storm'
Chris Lowe of Cal State Long Beach’s Shark Lab says warm water, stingrays and shifting nursery habitat could make for a "sharky summer."
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|
Never-Before-Seen Photos Inside New Sayreville Bass Pro Shop
You won't believe what they're planning for outdoor enthusiasts and their families:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|
Local Author Pub Crawl Planned In Downtown Lemont Saturday
You can explore at your own pace, travel bar to bar, meet authors and collect clues for the event.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
On Juneteenth, CT Civil War Officer Memorialized In Vernon Remembered As One Who Fought With Historic Unit
"He fought for them," Colleagues said of Capt. Edwin Post and the Black troops.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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Falls Church, VA|
Mother Shares Son's Experience Facing Anti-Black Bias With FCPS Leaders
Fairfax NAACP forum spotlights anti-Black bias in schools after a Thoreau Middle School mother shares her son’s experience.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
More Than 20,000 Without Power In NH; Breaker Explodes In Concord After Branches Reported On Wires: Video
A stream of thunderstorms moving through the state after a tornado watch was issued by forecasters downed trees and limbs across the state.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Emerald High Seniors Offer Free Coding, Web Design Classes For Kids
The Silicon Valley Scholars program offers free summer classes and other STEM learning opportunities for K-12 students.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island, RI|
Murderer Charged With Possessing Drugs In Rhode Island Prison
The former Boston resident is serving two life terms and another 45 years on top of them.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
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Nashua, NH|
Police In Nashua Quickly Capture Citizens Bank Robbery Suspect
Mario M. Monserrate Morgan was arrested on a single felony count, accused of robbing a bank on Main Street on June 9.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Ex-Student Tried To Extort $200K From Fairfield Prep: Police
The suspect, a former student of the private boys high school, allegedly sought a $200,000 payment from the school, according to police.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Kings Park, NY|
Kings Park DJ Turns Adventureland Saturdays Into A Dance Party
The new “Party on the Midway” show brings music, trivia, games and family-friendly dancing to Adventureland this summer.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|
Romeoville Man Charged With Felony After Spitting On Cop: Police
The man is charged with aggravated battery to a peace officers and resisting/obstructing a peace officer.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Radnor, PA|
Radnor Bar Unlikely To Survive Without Proposed Demolition, Redevelopment: Landlord
Despite public scrutiny, the property owner claims demolition and redevelopment will help keep the bar and music venue's rent low.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Plainfield Children's Theater Prepares For 1st Full-Length Production
The group will perform "Shrek Jr.: The Musical" this weekend.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon, Danville Students Place First At Imagination Destination Global Competition
A group of students from Bella Vista and Vista Grand elementary schools received two first place awards, and the Renaissance Award.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Official List Of Fairfax City Council, Mayoral Candidates In November Election Released
Eleven candidates are on the ballot in November's Fairfax City Council race, while two new candidates are seeking the open mayor's seat.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Across America, US|
Meet Libby And The Ordinary People Trying To Bring The Lost Dog Home.
Libby, a golden retriever startled by a loud noise 3 years ago, stays a step ahead of rescuers. But where there’s kindness, there’s hope.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Village Commissioners Praise Proposal For New Dealership On Ogden Avenue
The proposal to demolish two buildings at 330 Ogden Ave. and construct a new auto dealership had its first reading Tuesday.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
Swampscott Select Board Poised To Set Priorities For Oceanfront Development
The Select Board began the process of determining a scoring structure for the Request for Proposal at the former Hawthorne property.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
40 Long Island Small Businesses Win $5K Grants
The L.O.C.A.L. Small Business Grant program awarded funding to 20 Suffolk County businesses and 20 Nassau County businesses.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Fremont 4th Grader Repeats As National Geography Bee Champion
Shamik Mukherjee defended his title last month to become a two-time National Geography Champion.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
One Family's Hulling Night Memories At Mattituck Strawberry Festival Symbolize Sweet Tradition
Marie Winiarz, who said her mom came up with the secret to hulling a perfect strawberry at Mattituck Strawberry Festival, shares memories.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|
New IL E-Bike Rules Begin July 1 Amid Suburban Safety Concerns
The law creates statewide standards for e-bikes, e-scooters and other micromobility devices, with more rules for faster devices.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
Band Director Takes Show On Road, Martino Musicians Thrill With 'America The Beautiful' At Starved Rock
New Lenox D122 Band Director Kyle Rinke this spring gave members of Martino Jr. High band an experience they'll never forget.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
'UFC You Later,' Newark Protesters Tell Trump After White House Cage Matches
President Trump was cheered at a “patriotic” birthday spectacle – and booed by these NJ demonstrators. Here’s why they hit the streets.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Donohue's To Close Friday After 76 Years On The Upper East Side
The closure marks the end of an era for a neighborhood staple known for its old-New York atmosphere.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Cornerstone Church Gymnasium Catches Fire, VBS Students Evacuated Safetly
The blaze that started at the Hemet Cornerstone gymnasium "could have been much worse," the Executive Pastor says.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
Swampscott Center For Performing Arts Approved For Entertainment At Former Hawthorne Restaurant
The Swampscott Select Board voted to approve the license for the temporary tenant of the town-owned property.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Cranford, NJ|
Cranford Families Use Toy Story 5 to Spark Conversation on Screen Time
Local screening tied to The Balance Project brings parents together to discuss technology, family life, and offline play.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Lockport OKs Move For Liquor Store
The liquor store on State Street will move to Ninth Street.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
199-Unit Multi-Family Residential Complex Proposed In Hillsborough
The townhouse complex and apartment building project is being proposed on a 45-acre lot along Valley Road in Hillsborough Township.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Westfield Parents Speak Out Over Class Sizes, Loss Of Program Space
Families questioned proposed Washington School changes as district outlines enrollment, staffing, and space constraints.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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