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Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst's Super Ego Gone Months After '60 Minutes' Investigation
The trucking firm's U.S. headquarters were in Elmhurst. Now, it's unclear where they are.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Powerful El Niño Winter Predictions Prompt Comprehensive Preparedness By City Of Temecula
Actions are already underway to prepare for potential heavy rainfall, debris flows, and flooding predicted this winter
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|
Killingworth Selectmen Approve $9,850 For Addiction Prevention, Review PFAS Testing And Speeding
Killingworth selectmen approve addiction prevention funding and discuss PFAS contamination, speeding concerns and town capital plans.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Somerville Author's New Book Blends Prehistoric Mammals, Graffiti Art
Rob Ambrose said his third book was inspired in part by his daughter's science fair project on prehistoric mammals.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Essex-Middle River, MD|
Essex Capital Committee Reviews Bridge Repairs, $500,000 Road Project After Bond Referendum
Essex officials review bridge repair options, road paving priorities and timelines for public works, animal control and other projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Cherry Hill Board Of Education General Election 2026: Renee Cherfane
Patch spoke with your local candidates seeking public office.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
Village Removes Swastika Carved Into Sidewalk Across From New Trier High School
Staff contacted the village after a report of a hateful symbol across from the New Trier High School campus on Woodland Avenue.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme Sidewalk Committee Backs Revised Halls Road Route, With Sidewalks On Both Sides
Old Lyme committee unanimously recommends a revised Halls Road sidewalk route, with additional surveying estimated at $15,000.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Vernon Hills, IL|
Mom's Cancer Battle Inspires Teen To Develop AI Detection Tool
Vernon Hills High School junior Aarnav Garg earned national recognition for his research.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Revised Great Island Usage Parameters Approved By Darien Board of Selectmen
The usage parameters were established to support a special permit application that would allow events on Great Island.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange School Contract Dispute Heats Up As Both Sides Dig In
The standoff is taking place as steep cost-cutting measures happen across the district.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield School Board Committee Reviews Kindergarten Age Rules, Employee Device Monitoring
Ridgefield school officials review kindergarten eligibility, employee device monitoring and new rules for budget referendum notices.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Basking Ridge, NJ|
Bernards Township Woman Shares Recovery Journey In New Book, Plans Warren Gathering
Katherine Rodriguez said her new book grew from recovery and reflection, with proceeds aimed at a future retreat for women.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Updates Shared On Future Of Former Wonderland Rides In Ocean City
The future of the iconic Ferris wheel and carousel are in question.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Lockhart Leads Fairfax City Mayor Fundraising; Chang Tops Council Candidates
Lockhart leads Fairfax City's mayoral fundraising race as Chang tops council candidates and elected officials contribute to campaigns.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|
DUI Arrest Results From Domestic Disturbance Call: Oswego Police
Police were called to the area near Route 71 and Orchard Road for a report of a domestic disturbance in a vehicle, officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Redondo Beach, CA|
Torrance Approves Homeless Shelter Deal That Could Save $1.7M A Year
The county will assume funding and oversight of the city's 40-unit tiny home village, while its existing operator remains in place.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Study Eels Collected On Special Ladder At Eden Mill Dam
Residents of all ages can sign up now to help extract eels, weigh them and collect data Tuesday morning with park naturalists.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Park District's Executive Director Ready To Move On: Park Board Votes On His Successor
A Joliet native, Brad Staab was promoted to executive director back in 2019 when Tom Carstens chose to resign under a separation agreement.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Here are Windsor’s candidates, district breakdown, seven polling places and early-voting details for the Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Suffield, CT|
Suffield 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Check Suffield’s candidates, Election Day polling place, early-voting location and registration options for the Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|
North Shore Teen's Death Looms Over MA Wrong-Way Driver Detection, Prevention Efforts
The Triton Regional senior was killed in a head-on, wrong-way crash on Route 1 in Revere early Sunday morning.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Technology Center Ruling Brings City Of Joliet Resounding Victory Over These Data Center Opponents
Will County Judge Victoria Breslan reviewed the roughly 550-page lawsuit filed against the city of Joliet seeking to stop the data center.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby–East Granby 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates And Polls
Here are the candidates, legislative districts, polling places and early-voting details for Granby and East Granby’s Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Here are the South Windsor candidates, the $15 million referendum question, polling places and remaining early-voting hours.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington–Somers 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Check the candidates, voting districts, polling places and early-voting hours for Ellington and Somers before the Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Here are Enfield’s candidates, two referendum questions, polling places and remaining early-voting hours for the Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Corie Walsh In Court: Prosecutors Get Mental Health Facility, Jail Records In 'Death Of Little Bear'
Prosecutors also received Walgreens records as the Frankfort mom's lawyers maintain she was suffering from psychosis during the killing.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Arlington Heights, IL|
Downtown Ice Rink Coming To Arlington Heights' Eastman Street
The winter pilot will close part of Eastman near North School Park, with officials hoping to have skating ready for holiday tree lighting.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Southington's Massive School Project: What You Need To Know
Southington voters will decide on an $86.7 million school referendum Nov. 3. Officials explain costs, tax impacts, and plans for Flanders.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Child Pornography Defendant Fired As Joliet Public Schools' Janitor Reveals His New Private Defense Counsel
Joliet Patch has produced several exclusive stories on Jeremy Ledesma. The Joliet Public School District 86 janitor was fired in January.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien May See Competitive Elections In 2 Wards
So far, the mayor and other officials appear to be running unopposed.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Frankfort, IL|
Lincoln-Way East Dedicates Football Field To Coach Zvonar
Zvonar is the first and only head football coach in the history of the Griffins.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Changes Town Hall Hours
Windsor Locks announced new Town Hall hours effective Nov. 8, including Friday office closures.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|
9-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down Northbound Route 53 In Palatine
State police issued an advisory at 7:23 a.m. urging drivers to seek an alternate route and expect delays.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Durham-Middlefield, CT|
Middlefield Wetlands Agency Sets Hearings For Eight-Lot Subdivision, Peters Lane Path
Middlefield wetlands officials schedule Nov. 18 hearings on an eight-lot subdivision and proposed path, discuss Lake Beseck runoff concerns.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Clarendon Hills Leader's Future Unclear As Another Hopeful Emerges
A plaza-friendly slate plans to run in April. They are calling for a traffic light at a local intersection.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Windy City Bulls Open Training Camp With 16-Player Roster
Three two-way players join the camp roster as Windy City prepares for its 10th anniversary season at NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Newington, CT|
Newington Council To Consider $62K Firehouse Design Contract, Open Space Protections
Newington council to review Chapman Street Firehouse plans, open space protections and other proposals at its Oct. 27 meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Former St. Catherine of Alexandria Priest Cleared Of Child Sex Abuse Allegation
Cardinal Blase Cupich sends letters informing parishes that a child sex abuse allegation against Fr. Kenneth Fleck is deemed “unfounded.”
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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