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Upper West Side, NY|
Central Park’s Rudin Playground Set For Major Upgrade
The redesign would add an accessible entrance, new play structures and more seating.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
She Fled Civil War At Age 13. Now She Builds Affordable Homes For NJ Families
Adenah Bayoh arrived in the United States with empty pockets – then carved out a real estate and restaurant empire.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Suncoast Storytelling Festival Celebrates 10 Years In St. Pete
The festival features four nationally recognized storytellers, hands-on workshops and an evening concert at the Sunshine Center.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
Illuminated Skull Brings Día De Los Muertos Message To Downtown Redwood City
The new Art Kiosk installation draws on Mexican heritage, immigrant stories and the tradition of honoring loved ones.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Author Turns Loss Of Dog Rhylee Into Self-Published Book
After her rescue dog Rhylee died, a Bridgewater woman wrote a book about grief, love and pet companionship.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Incoming Cook Assessor 'Deeply Disappointed' With Lyons Township's Lack Of Action
He said the township failed to move on replacing him. He wanted to resign and prepare for his new job.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Camillo Cites Progress In School Board Lawsuit Talks As Dispute With Greenwich DTC Continues
First Selectman Fred Camillo said he met with two BOE members on Nov. 9 regarding the ongoing lawsuit against the school board.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Blight Board To Hold Hearing On Beverly Lane Property, Review 11 Other Addresses
During the upcoming meeting, officials will examine ongoing ordinance cases and new complaints.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Golf Carts Stolen From Lockport Golf Course: Sheriff
Surveillance video shows three men taking the golf carts just after 2 a.m. Wednesday, the sheriff's office told Patch.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Clarendon Hills Leader Rejects Call To Delay Major Action, Criticizes Candidate Slate
The village president promotes his administration's record, but stays silent on his political plans.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
Wayne Has The Most Deer-Involved Crashes In The County, Data Shows
Wayne's accident numbers were more than double those of the town with the second-most deer accidents, according to the data.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Library Trustees Review Circulation Trends, Security Concerns And Upcoming Policy Changes
The board discussed rising digital borrowing costs, a $20,000 gift, planned fundraisers and new guidelines for challenging materials.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Massapequa, NY|
Beloved Massapequa Drive-Thru Shop To Close After Nearly 13 Years
"It has become a second home," owner Sally Fox says.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Not Guilty: Joliet Defense Attorney Chuck Bretz Victorious After His 'Corporal Punishment' Arrest
Minooka police officers arrested the prominent Joliet criminal defense attorney Chuck Bretz back in October of 2025.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|
Haddam Selectmen Hire Social Services Director, Make Commission Appointments, Approve Tax Refunds
Haddam selectmen hire a social services director, fill commission seats and approve nearly $700 in tax refunds.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Jenni 'JWoww' Farley From MTV's 'Jersey Shore' Visits Pasta Bowls In Greenwich
The Greenwich restaurant had another celebrity visit recently, the owner told Patch.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Orange, CT|
Orange Police Commission Approves 2027-28 Budget, Capital Request As Department Reports October Crime Data
Orange police commissioners approve budget requests, review October arrests and crashes, and discuss grants for a new drone.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
FDA Warns Popular New Drugs May Cause Blindness: Recall Roundup
Recalls address salmonella outbreak, possible listeria contamination and a Thanksgiving staple that may taste like soap (it’s not cilantro).
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Has Never Seen Development, Growth Like This On Full Display: Shopping, Restaurants And Entertainment
It got off to a slow start years ago, but Joliet's Rock Run Collection is underway as more retail stores are building near Hollywood Casino.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
Algonquin Powerlifter, 67, Sets Sights On World Record
After a back injury sidelined him for nearly 40 years, Lawrence DeSantis returned to competitive powerlifting in his 60s.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Bowie, MD|
Wonder Opens In Upper Marlboro With 20+ Eateries Participating
Wonder celebrated its grand opening recently at 10432 Campus Way South in Upper Marlboro at the Largo Plaza.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Maryland Man Charged In Gunpoint Robbery Of Fairfax City Mail Carrier: Court Records
Federal court records detail a gunpoint robbery of a Fairfax City mail carrier and an investigation into stolen checks and mail theft.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Council Reviews Vape Shop Ordinance, Approves Fire Department Grant And Donations
New Milford Town Council discusses vape shop licensing, approves a $7,300 fire grant and appoints two Bee City members.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Man Shatters Glass Counter, Swipes Cigarettes At 7-Eleven In Shirley: Police
No arrests have been made, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
Enfield District No. 1 Explains Fire Merger Concerns
District No. 1 cites debt, taxes and local control in explaining why it remains outside the proposed four-district merger.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
South Lakes Seahawks Face Washington-Liberty In Region 6B Football Playoff Opener
South Lakes enters the Region 6B playoffs with a 9-1 record as the Seahawks host Washington-Liberty Friday night in Reston.
Orange, CT|
Orange Selectmen Vote To Issue Nonrenewal Notice For Flock Camera Contract, Approve Police Drone Grant
Orange selectmen authorize a Flock camera contract nonrenewal notice, approve a police drone grant and set 2027 meeting dates.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Career Day At Katherine Johnson Middle School Inspires Students To Explore Future Careers
More than 100 presenters shared 57 careers at Katherine Johnson Middle School, including former students now studying dentistry.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Murrieta, CA|
Murrieta Triangle Development Heads Toward Green Light With Nov. 17 Hearing
Two property owners seek to remove a land restriction for the long-planned shopping center while preserving utility access for SoCal Edison.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Police, Fire Hand Out Hundreds Of Turkeys For Families In Need At Stew Leonard's In Norwalk
The store handed out hundreds of turkeys for families in need ahead of Thanksgiving during its 47th annual turkey brigade event.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Woman Lost Consciousness For 1 Minute While Joliet 24-Year-Old Strangled Her: Prosecutors
Fresh off his retention victory in the Nov. 3 election, Will County Judge Dan Rippy imposed the SAFE-T Act on Christian Garcia-Hernandez.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
'A Chance Worth Taking': Manhattan's Arrowhead Smoke Works To Close, Drew's Dogs To Take Over Space
Smoke Works owner Mike Bacon announced the closing on social media Thursday.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Veterans, Couples Honored In New Portrait Galleries
Belmont Village unveiled permanent galleries celebrating the military service and enduring love stories of its residents.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
Work Continues On Essex-Hudson Greenway In North Jersey: See Latest Updates
The massive hiking/biking path will cross through Bloomfield, Belleville, Glen Ridge, Jersey City, Kearny, Montclair, Newark and Secaucus.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Their Hair, Their Rules? When Do Kids Get To Call The Shots [The Question]
Kids have opinions about their hair long before they’re grown. When should parents step aside, and do grandparents even get a say?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Celebrates Local Boxing Hall Of Famers
Ocean City presented proclamations recognizing Chuck Betson and Guy Gargan for contributions to boxing and local sports.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Long Beach, NY|
'I Was Ready To Jump In The Water': 2 LI Boaters Help Search After Bridge Scaffolding Collapse
1 worker died, and another remains missing after scaffolding collapsed beneath the Loop Parkway Bridge in Long Beach on Weds., police say.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
Tinley Mom, PTA Board Lead Efforts To Create Sensory Zones At School Events
Ashley Patrick, Memorial School PTA leaders are working to create spaces with sensory accommodations for neurodiverse students, families.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Upper East Siders Can Help Decide How To Spend $1M
Council District 4 is collecting ideas for public improvements through Nov. 30. Residents ages 11 and up can vote.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Massive Microsoft Outage Hits South Bay City Halls, Disrupts Government Communications
Microsoft's outage disrupted city employees across the South Bay and Santa Monica, prompting a public alert in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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