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Arlington, VA|
Live Bird Removed + Dirty Equipment + Hot Beer Cheese Too Cold: Arlington Health Inspections
Arlington health inspectors cited food temperature, sanitation and hygiene violations at restaurants during July inspections.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Family-Owned Nail Salon Reopens On Route 206 Six Months After Fire In Hillsborough
Lisa Nguyen started Topline Nails in 1994. After a fire destroyed everything, her daughters Tram and Truc were moved to carry on the salon.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Schools: Pickup Changes Coming, Construction On Track
LaSusa told the Board of Education that drop-off and pick-up procedures may change at some schools this fall.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Free Brooklyn Event Turns A Walk Home Into A Live Jazz Concert
Discover local artists, Haitian traditions and live jazz just by walking through the neighborhood.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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New Milford, CT|
Housatonic River Commission Awards Conservation Grant, Reviews River Access Issues
Housatonic River Commission approved a conservation grant and reviewed river access, invasive species and watershed projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford GOP: ICE Detainee Illegally Was Registered To Vote
Republicans released voter registration records they say show a local ICE detainee and West Hartford businessman was registered to vote.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|
'I Know The Patients By Heart': Vienna Dentist Celebrates 30 Years In Practice
Nicole Van is celebrating three decades of practice in the Vienna area.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford Planning And Zoning To Hold Hearing On Proposed Rezoning Of 188-Acre Property
Waterford planners will hold a July 28 hearing on rezoning portions of a 188-acre property at 140 Waterford Parkway South.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
Sport Not At Hinsdale South; Central Offers It
This appears to discriminate against students in the same district, a parent said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Advice In Ouster Of Hinsdale District 86 Leader Debated In Litigation
The district's old law firm disputed that its advice hurt the schools. The board was determined to fire the superintendent, the firm said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|
Man Reports Water Pellets Shot At Him In West Babylon: Police
He refused help at the scene, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Oak Lawn Teen With Type 1 Diabetes Plays For A Cure In Southside Fights For Diabetes Baseball Tournament
Forty youth teams across Chicagoland will join the Southside Fights for Diabetes Baseball Tournament July 24 thru July 26 at Hale Park.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
South End Residents Blast Concord School Board’s New Middle School Bus Traffic Plan
Residents around Rundlett Middle School are calling on TPAC and the Concord City Council to stop the proposal; TPAC will meet on Thursday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Famous PUDN, Swing Inn Announce Sweet And Savory Partnership In Old Town Temecula
Old Town Temecula actor and entrepreneur Dean Norris has joined up with the team at Famous PUDN for delicious desserts to go with your BBQ.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Popular Pizzeria Celebrates 30 Years In Norwalk
The local favorite is known for its pizza, pasta dishes, salads, sandwiches and other popular menu items.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Historic District Commission Conditionally Approves Main Street Roof Project
Ridgefield's Historic District Commission approved a Main Street roof project and a Barlow Mountain Road fence replacement.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Healdsburg, CA|
Oliver's Market Expansion Rumors Fizzle Fast In North Bay
Oliver's confirms store in Santa Rosa but officials dismiss false claims about an expansion further north.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Council Approves $2 Million For Schools, Opioid Recovery Funding
New Milford approved $2 million for school projects, opioid recovery funding, tax abatements and several grants.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
Children With Autism Learn Water Safety At Columbia Swim School
Kids with autism and other disabilities can learn to swim at a HoCo facility. A mom of such a swimmer has penned a book about her son.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Goes Silent On Fatal Crash Investigation
The April 2025 collision resulted in the deaths of a Hinsdale couple.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Long Beach, NY|
Long Beach Tennis Center Could See ‘Significant Investment’ After Lease Extension, City Council Says
The Long Beach tennis center could be seeing a ‘significant investment’ after its lease agreement was extended, the city council says.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Manahawkin Lake Park To Host Cardboard Boat Regatta, National Night Out
The township plans boat inspections at 4 p.m. and races at 5 p.m., followed by National Night Out in the park.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Air Conditioning Upgrades Underway At Bridgewater-Raritan Elementary Schools
Superintendent Beers said HVAC, electrical, classroom and addition work is progressing at several schools ahead of September.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien To Use Phone Location Data To Identify Speeding Problems
An opponent called the system an "AI-driven surveillance mechanism." Officials defended it.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Libertyville, IL|
Open House To Highlight Future Of The Landing on Diamond Lake
The Landing, which opened earlier this summer, transformed the former Diamond Lake Beach into a new lakefront destination.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Radnor, PA|
Radnor Restaurateurs Plan New Eatery For Former Di Bruno Bros. In Wayne
The duo currently owns four restaurants, including The Goat's Beard on North Wayne Avenue.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|
Jefferson Township PBA Local 190 To Host Annual Golf Outing
Registration is limited to 140 golfers.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
City Of Long Beach Loses Over $600K On Beach Operations Despite Uptick In Revenue, City Manager Says
Long Beach city beach operations were running at a deficit in 2026 despite increased beach revenue, City Manager Dan Creighton said Tuesday.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Cranston, RI|
Providence Man Charged With Cranston Drive-By Shooting Caught Driving Roll-Off Container Truck: Cops
Troopers were on the lookout for a truck emblazoned with the message, "1-800-GOT-JUNK," the police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|
Hopatcong Pound Project Receives $1K Donation Through Mayor's Charity Program
The donation will help support the organization's ongoing mission to provide care and shelter for vulnerable cats in the community.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Officials, Residents Push Back On Major Greenwich Avenue Redevelopment Proposal
Officials and residents came out against a proposal that could change the gateway to Greenwich Avenue.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|
Indoor Pickleball Club To Host Grand Opening In RSM
The Picklr — a fast-growing indoor pickleball brand — is getting ready to open its doors in Rancho Santa Margarita.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
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The Lymes, CT|
Lyme Conservation Commission Approves Timber Harvest, Continues Blood Street Lakeside Project
Lyme commissioners approved a timber harvest and sought revisions to a proposed lakeside patio and stairway project.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Over 1000 Danville PG&E Customers Lose Power Tuesday Night
A large blackout hit the area west of Danville Boulevard on an 80-degree night.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|
2 Motorcyclists Hurt In Crash With Minivan In Woodridge
The crash took place Tuesday night near the intersection of 75th and Lemont.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Queens, NY|
Queens Murder-Suicide Leaves Mother Dead: Police
A domestic violence expert explained the patterns behind deadly cases and how survivors, families and communities can prepare.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Norristown, PA|
New Amazon Warehouse Approved In King Of Prussia
The major project could take two years to complete.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|
Canton School Board Seeks Cash For School Playground Repairs
The board of education is looking to find nearly $36,000 within its budget to repair playgrounds at two schools.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|
Farm-To-Table Italian Eatery Opens In Long Valley
The rustic restaurant's menu offers authentic Italian cuisine and an impressive list of cocktails, wines, and local beers to choose from.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Parents Urged To Respect E-Bike Rules
Another death was reported in a Chicago suburb. The victim was a 14-year-old boy, police said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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