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La Grange, IL|
La Grange Likely To Avoid Audit Lateness: Official
The village last year failed to finish an audit until nearly five months after the state deadline.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Danville Teen’s Nonprofit Expands STEAM Access Across Bay Area
Igniting Dreams distributes hands-on learning kits and organizes workshops and donation drives for underserved students.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton Weighs $16.5M In Bonds For Water-System Upgrades
The borrowing would fund new wells and other improvements as customers face four consecutive annual rate increases.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Kelly O’Brien Targets Development Uncertainty In Fairfax City Council Bid
Fairfax City Council candidate Kelly O’Brien calls development uncertainty voters’ top issue and wants zoning aligned with city plans.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Sandi Slappey Brown Sees Taxes, City Services As Key Fairfax City Council Challenges
Fairfax City Council candidate Sandi Slappey Brown says rising taxes and the cost of city services are key concerns for voters.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Russell Jones Puts Fighting Tax Increases At Center Of Fairfax City Council Bid
Fairfax City Council candidate Russell Jones names tax increases as his top issue and calls for spending restraint.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Dublin Weighs Consolidating 2 Community Commissions
The proposal would place parks, recreation and human services grants under one advisory body beginning in 2027.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
2 Suffolk Siblings Part Of Group Of 34 To Plead Guilty In Theft, Title-Washing Ring : DA
The pair "went to great lengths to fleece buyers, giving them vehicles with hidden liens and pocketing their hard-earned money," DA says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Injuries Reported After Driver Of A Kia Crashes Into Concord Target Store: Video
A pregnant woman and a child were taken to Concord Hospital after a crash at the Concord Heights store on D’Amante Drive Monday afternoon.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
$8.15M Land Purchase Moves South Glenview Flood-Control Project Forward
The project is designed to reduce flooding affecting 130 homes and several roadways along the Central Road corridor.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Courtney, Smith Intro Bill Blocking Transfer Of Qatari-Gifted 747 From Air Force To Trump Library
Courtney made the announcement Monday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Gramercy-Murray Hill, NY|
Backyard Series at Hudson Yards Unveils Fall Events Lineup: See Here
Programming will be held at Hudson Yards Public Square and Gardens.
David Luces, Patch Staff
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Manchester, CT|
New Manchester Public Library Opens: Take a Visual Tour
Manchester Mayor Jay Moran: "We've opened doors so that those who cannot afford the resources can have them right here."
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
State Financing, Tax Credits Pave Way For Swampscott Senior Veterans Housing Complex
The funding clears a key hurdle in the development of the 12-24 Pine Street lot into 41 housing units.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Tuscaloosa County PARA Executive Director Brian Davis To Retire In 2027
PARA Executive Director will retire early next year.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Renovations Unveiled At Julian Curtiss School In Greenwich
Monday’s milestone has been years in the making for Julian Curtiss School.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Smithtown, NY|
Victoria Justice Gets Surprise Owl Encounter At LI Nature Center
The actress and singer traveled from Los Angeles and wound up in an impromptu duet with one of Sweetbriar’s most popular residents.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Uses 'Straight-Out Blackmail' With Cop Videos, Elected Official Alleges
The official wants the footage out. "I'm the one going to look bad, and I don't care," he said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
FBI Offers $10K Reward As First Arrest Made In West Tuscaloosa Block Party Shooting
One person has been arrested and investigators are searching for multiple others following Saturday night's mass shooting in west Tuscaloosa
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
$8.8M Ruppert Park Construction Begins After Years Of Delays, City Officials Say
The city is making several long-awaited infrastructure upgrades to the park, including a dog run and an exercise area.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Lindsay Rozner Captured By Wilmington Police After Family's Facebook Plea Over Weekend, 21 Pending Charges
One of her relatives urged a Wilmington Facebook group to be on the lookout, suggesting she was dangerous and very unpredictable.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|
Work & Process' Pop-Up Dance, Music Series Returns To Manhattan West Plaza
The weekly program takes place Wednesdays evenings in September.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
'Gentle Giant' Lightning Looking For New Home After Owner Could No Longer Care For Him
The 3-year-old mastiff is described as an affectionate dog who loves treats, attention, and making new friends.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|
MA Leaders Sound Alarm Over Surging AI Powers That Could 'Kill Us All'
Gov. Maura Healey, U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan and U.S. Sen. candidate John Deaton are among the latest calling for stronger government oversight.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Lockport Man Turns Violent At Harrah's Casino, Joliet's Cops Called, Arrest Made: Police
As a result of his behavior, 42-year-old Timothy Lang was directed to leave the property, Joliet police revealed.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Girl, 15, Runs To Neighbor's To Seek Help, Woman Arrested By Joliet Police, Taken To Will County Jail
Katherine McDougal pulled the juvenile’s hair and grabbed her by the neck, restricting her ability to breathe, Joliet police advised.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
St. Joe's Hospital Staff Threatened With Death By Homeless Patient Who Became Disruptive: Joliet Police
Jason Chance, 53, was placed into custody without incident and charged with three counts of aggravated assault, Joliet police advised.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
He Used Garden Hose To Soak His Neighbor With Water: Joliet Police Put Man On Norton Ave. In Jail
The 52-year-old allegedly sprayed a garden hose over a fence toward a neighboring residence, striking an adult man in the back with water.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
Retired FDNY Hero Rides Bike 120 Miles To Bring 9/11 Memorial Pool Water To East End Ceremony
Scores turned out for a heartfelt 9/11 remembrance ceremony, with 2,977 flags placed to honor the lost. See photo gallery here.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|
FIT To Hold Inaugural '27th On Sale' Shopping Event Benefiting Student Scholarships
The two-day event will take place at FIT’s John E. Reeves Great Hall this month.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
Plane Bound For VA Lands Safely After Generator Issue At LI MacArthur Airport, Prompting Investigation: FAA
It was headed from Nantucket Memorial Airport in Massachusetts to Norfolk International Airport in Virginia, the FAA said.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Retro Arcade Moves Closer To Opening In Suffield
Hometown Arcade plans to bring classic games, pinball machines and modern consoles to Mountain Road.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Hoboken, NJ|
Uptown Hoboken Business Closes Permanently
A business on 14th Street in Hoboken closed on Monday and said customers can get a deal at their other locations.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
40,000-Square-Foot Industrial Building Proposed In Oxford
The applicant is seeking approval for a 55-foot-tall building and the excavation or regrading of more than 14,000 cubic yards of material.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Jackson Heights-Elmhurst, NY|
Elmhurst Hospital Welcomes New Therapy Dog To Support Behavioral Health Patients
The dog will support patients and staff through the hospital’s new PAWS to HEAL program.
David Luces, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Lone Star Tick Bites Can Trigger Red Meat Allergy in New Yorkers: What to Know
A delayed allergic reaction can begin hours after dinner.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill, NY|
'Sounds Of The Americas' Concert Series Unveils Lineup For Downtown Brooklyn
The next concert is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 16.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Barnegat Man Strangled Wife To Death After Argument: Affidavit
"She deserved it," Barnegat's William Garvin told police officers when they saw his wife's dead body, according to court records.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|
Behind The $13 Million Foppoli Verdict: Who Received What And Why
Dominic Foppoli, accused of sexual assault, abuse, and intimidation spanning nearly two decades was ordered to pay $13 million on Friday.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Lyons Township High Disregarding Neighbors Again? Some Say Yes
Some residents draw parallels between the recent South Campus controversy and the one four years ago.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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