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Huntington, NY|
LI Girl, 8, Who Lost Leg To Cancer Now Fighting Disease For Third Time
After losing her leg to cancer, Centerport's Belle Svoboda kept moving forward. Now, at 8, she is fighting the disease again.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Salt Meadow Farm Housing Development On Madison Economic Development Commission Agenda
Madison’s Economic Development Commission is scheduled this week to discuss several town properties.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
What’s Brewing At Suffield’s Four-Brand Taproom This Fall
The Oct. 16–18 celebration will feature specialty beer flights and live music at the South Street taproom.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
East Granby Approves 30,000-Square-Foot Coherent Expansion
The fiber-optics manufacturer says rising demand is driving the addition planned for 7 Airport Park Road.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Shorewood, IL|
Shorewood's Greatest Development Ever? Dr. Chow's 'The District' Will Break Ground Near Towne Center
Last December, animal physician Dr. Joe Chow opened his new Rusty Ridge Animal Center on Route 52 near Wynstone Drive. He has bigger plans.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
East Windsor Extends Police Chief’s Contract
Selectmen also approved raises for Police Chief Matthew Carl and Deputy Chief Benjamin Murphy.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Fire Beat Vancouver 3-1, Climb To Fourth In Eastern Conference
Jonathan Bamba, Philip Zinckernagel and Maren Haile-Selassie scored in a match postponed in July because of wildfire smoke.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|
Man Robbed Victim At Gunpoint During Online Sale Meetup: Bolingbrook Police
The robbery happened last month on Ironbark Way. A Des Plaines man was taken into custody on Tuesday, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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San Diego, CA|
Souplantation Is Coming Back To California
The San Diego-born buffet chain plans to open one location in the state, Sweet Tomatoes confirmed to Patch.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across Pennsylvania, PA|
Iron Hill Brewery Is Back: New Locations Reopen Around Philly Region
One year after a mass shut down, the popular brewery chain is back in business.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|
Proposed $800,000 Land Purchase Goes To Special Town Meeting In Guilford
Here's when the special town meeting will take place.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
Sheriff Says 'May Not Have Been The Right Call' Not To Send SWAT To New Lenox Standoff
Will Co. Sheriff Mike Kelley addressed his decision not to activate Will County's SWAT team for an hours-long ordeal with an armed man.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Derrick Townsend
Part 3 of 12: Patch speaks with Derrick Townsend as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor Considers Sharp Increase In Parking Fines
The steepest proposed increase would affect commercial vehicles, officials say.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|
Farmington Council Honors 2 Eagle Scouts For Work On Nature Trail, Athletic Fields
The town council honored Eagle Scouts Liam Morrell and Oliver Mangham for service projects benefiting the community and student-athletes.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Somers Posts Opening After Administrator’s Resignation
The district posted the opening one day after announcing Aaron Geddis’ resignation.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Ellington-Somers, CT|
Fundraiser Aims To Save 42-Year-Old Ellington Daycare
The daycare is seeking help with payroll and operating costs while its owners work on a long-term plan.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|
Earned Income Tax Approved In Yardley Borough
Yardley Borough will join over 50 other communities in Bucks County that have an EIT to help offset their financial burdens.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Approves Spending Request After Overtime Debate
David McKane questioned a $139,624 police overtime request; George Temple said contractors reimburse much of the expense.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Arlington Contractor ICF Could Cut Dozens Of Jobs Starting In December
A major contractor has announced that dozens of positions will be terminated, starting before the end of the year.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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Westport, CT|
Westport RTM To Consider Funding For Jesup Road Bridge Replacement
Westport's RTM will consider appropriating funding for design and permitting work for flood-damaged bridge.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Dunkin' Donuts Working On 'Bright Light' Issue In Hatboro
Hatboro officials said lighting at the new Dunkin' Donuts on South York Road has angered residents.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
2 Companies Lease Space At Former Allstate Campus In Glenview
Medical supplier LSL Industries expects to employ more than 250 people at its new facility, while S&C Electric leased an entire building.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Mother Seeks Answers After 4-Year-Old Son Died At Hillsborough Day Care
A Hillsborough mother said she is still waiting for findings after her son became unresponsive at a licensed child-care center.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Probation Officer Finds Child Sexual Abuse Material On Lockport Sex Offender's Phone: Sheriff
Already convicted of having child porn, police say he was caught with CSAM on his phone during a routine check in June.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
2 Hospitalized After South Windsor Two-Car Crash
Police confirmed two injuries after Wednesday morning’s crash on Ellington Road.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Pavilion Project Hits Snag, Officials Eye Options
A trustee questioned one of the possibilities under consideration.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
'Mike' Remembered For 2nd Hike In Warminster
The second annual fundraiser for the late Michael C. Walp takes place at Warminster Community Park on Saturday.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
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Sachem, NY|
Man Charged With Felony DWI After Selden Crash: Police
He was previously arrested for DWI within the last 10 years, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|
For Owner Of Jerry & The Mermaid, Giving Back Brings Joy: 'I Truly Want To See Other People Succeed'
"When a community comes together, a lot of small contributions can turn into something pretty incredible." — Jerry Dicecco, on giving back.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Boys Soccer Team Wins Thriller Over Notre Dame-West Haven: PHOTOS
The Green Dragons continued their impressive start to the season with a thrilling win over Notre Dame-West Haven.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|
Delta Uncorks New Route From Wine Country
Delta’s new Salt Lake City flights carry travelers and wine while expanding Sonoma County’s reach.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Temecula, CA|
Brush Fire Breaks Out West Of Temecula City Limits, Near De Luz
Air power was requested to help battle the blaze.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
CA Proposition 42: Bars New Taxes On Personal Property; Could Blow Up Billionaire Tax
If passed by enough votes, Proposition 42 (or, for that matter, Proposition 41) would void the proposed "Billionaire Tax."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
CA Proposition 41: Counter To Billionaire Tax
Propositions 41 and 42 contain "conflict clauses" designed to void Proposition 40, better known as the "Billionaire Tax."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
CA Proposition 40: The Billionaire Tax
The initiative would impose a one-time state tax of up to 5% on residents with assets over $1 billion, excluding certain holdings.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Murrieta, CA|
CA Proposition 3: Makes Progressive Income Tax Rates Permanent
Proposition 3 would make permanent California's progressive income tax brackets, which require the wealthiest residents to pay more.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Southbound 15 Freeway Reopens In Lake Elsinore After Multi-Vehicle Crash
The crash was reported just before 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Murder Defendant Celebrates 18th Birthday With Transfer To Will County Jail Since He's A Grown Up Now
Most people did not know what Joliet murder defendant Jaevion Smith looked like since he was kept in the juvenile detention facility.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Air Warning Follows Thick Smoke, Dark Skies Across Sonoma County From Burn
Thick smoke from a coastal burn filled the skies above Sonoma County Tuesday, prompting alerts from authorities and concern from residents.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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