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Tinley Park, IL|
Orland Park Man Left Vulgar Sexual Messages, Voicemail Threats For Family Business Employee: Police
Police say he threatened to stab officers and complained that the employee, in her 20s, was a "Muslim terrorist."
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
Judge Weighs Dismissal Of Lawsuit Over Massive Grayslake Data Center
A Lake County judge will issue a written ruling by Dec. 30 on whether the lawsuit challenging the T5 data center can proceed.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|
Fat Lady Still Hasn't Sung In Palos Heights District 128's Razor-Thin School Referendum
One vote short of successfully passing the D128 limited rate referendum, the measure pulled six votes ahead thanks to mail-in ballots.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|
Giving To Those Who Give: Taco Bell Grants Benefit GA Youth Nonprofits
The Taco Bell Foundation has donated $528,000 in community grants to nine youth-based nonprofits in Georgia. Hear from two of them.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
Pilates Studio Recognizes First Responders + New Suffolk Dunkin' : LI Biz & Charity Roundup
More: Holiday market coming to Peconic Landing / Northport Village celebrated Halloween / Free dental care for veterans Sunday at Mt. Sinai
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Wethersfield, CT|
Wethersfield To Review Tree Removal And Planting Plans For Spring Street Park
Wethersfield's Shade Tree Commission will review plans Nov. 9 to remove five trees and plant seven at Spring Street Park.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Movement To Ban Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Is Getting Noisier: Block Talk
More places are cracking down on noisy, polluting lawn equipment, but costs, enforcement and property rights are complicating the cleanup.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
The Bellport Center 'Will Change The Way You Look At Montauk Highway' In The Hamlet: Developer
SEE PLANS: The 4,000-square-foot project is a two-story shopping center with four to five tenant spaces, and an office on the 2nd floor.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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East Hampton-Portland, CT|
East Hampton Council To Review Police Pursuit Policy, Farm And Sewer Ordinances
East Hampton's Nov. 10 council agenda includes police pursuit rules, farm protections and changes to water and sewer oversight.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Sewer-Dwelling Man Chases Kids, Mom Confronts Him: Weird News & Oddities
A runaway emu cops a ’tude with animal control, a Halloween costume goes bang, and a condo owner gets a $144,000 lesson in fine print.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Durham-Middlefield, CT|
Durham Conservation Commission Advances Curtis Woodlands Forestry Grant, Faces State Deadlines
Durham officials prepare to accept a state forestry grant for Curtis Woodlands, with budget revisions and approvals due in November.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
$40K Raise Likely For Burr Ridge Administrator
He would make more than many of his counterparts, including those in larger towns.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Trumbull, CT|
Recount Scheduled For State Representative Race In Trumbull
The recount will be open to the public, according to the town's Democratic registrar of voters.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Ledyard, CT|
Ledyard Building Committee To Consider $24K Credit For Juliet W. Long HVAC Project
Ledyard's building committee will consider a $24,400 HVAC credit and school project payments at its Nov. 9 meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|
Salem Halloween 2026: Witch City Sees 1.6 Million October Vistors, Up 12 Percent
Destination Salem said Halloween Day visitation was 195,827 visitors and visits - up 38.9% from 2025.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|
Sarasota Brothers, 10 and 8, Build T-Shirt Business Around Giving Back
The Bianchi Brothers will bring their custom-designed shirts to Friday night’s Children's Entrepreneur Market in Lakewood Ranch.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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Long Valley, NJ|
Long Valley Native, Paula Abdul Superfan, Writes Memoir
What began as a COVID project for the former fan fiction writer became a full-fledged memoir about her and her pop star idol.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|
Novato Council Sends Strategic Plan Back For Revisions
Councilmembers questioned how the city would measure progress on 62 proposed actions and asked for clearer timelines.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Zoning Commission Approves 104 Apartments, 228,000 Square Feet Of Warehouses
New Milford zoning officials approve 104 apartments and four warehouses while reviewing a concrete plant and fire training tower.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|
Rancho Palos Verdes Approves Nearly $56M For Landslide Recovery
Council's unanimous vote advances 27 property buyouts, dewatering infrastructure and further efforts to stabilize the landslide.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Ellicott City, MD|
2nd Hospital In Howard County Unlikely: New Report
A county healthcare panel identified 65 barriers to medical care and recommended 25 changes to address those issues in a new report.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|
Hometown Residents Express Concerns About New Methadone Clinic Opening In Plaza
The mayor said the city can't deny giving the owner a business license because the clinic meets all the zoning and code requirements.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|
Woodbridge Zoning Commission Reviews Shared Housing Proposal, Delays Child Care Rule Changes
Woodbridge zoning officials review a shared housing proposal, delay child care rule changes and discuss Country Club redevelopment.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
1-Year-Old Blair Back At Port Washington Shelter After Owner Falls Ill
The playful, goofy hound mix is looking for another chance after being returned through no fault of her own.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Masturbating Man Arrested At Fremont Donut Shop: Police
The man was arrested on suspicion of lewd conduct in public, police said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien Selectmen To Consider $41K For Great Island Legal Expenses
Here's a preview of an upcoming special meeting of the Darien Board of Selectmen.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Parolee Threatened Relative With Alcohol Bottle, Endangered Child During Domestic Dispute: Plainfield PD
The 36-year-old man threatened the person during a verbal altercation a few days before Halloween, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Don't Expect Work On Major Elmhurst Junction Anytime Soon
An alderman wants to see beautification and safety upgrades at the intersection.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Newington, CT|
Newington Zoning Commission To Hear Pack N Stor Sign Proposal
Newington's zoning commission will hold a Nov. 11 hearing on a Pack N Stor sign proposed for the Berlin Turnpike.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
CASA Scavenger Hunt Turns St. Pete Into A Citywide Adventure for a Cause
Teams will tackle fun challenges at St. Pete businesses on Saturday to raise money for survivors of domestic violence and their families.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh-Area Eatery Barred From Serving Food After Consumer Alert
See here what an inspector found when visiting this Pittsburgh-area eatery and convenience store.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Mayor Says City Is Exploring Ways To Save Wonderland Carousel
Mayor Jay Gillian said the city is seeking estimates, grant options and an expert review of the historic ride.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
LI Mom's Plea For Help With Son's Medical Bills After Devastating Crash
"If you are able to help in any way, whether by donating or sharing this fundraiser, thank you from the bottom of my heart."- Vanessa Mangan
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|
Dollar Store Robber Told Clerk He Had Gun, Returned To Shop Days After Crime: Aurora Police
He approached an employee at the cash register, claimed he had a gun and demanded the staff member open the register, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
105-Year-Old Building Could Be Demolished For New Structure: Greenwich Planning & Zoning Documents
The building has served as headquarters for one of Greenwich's oldest companies.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Bar Fortuna Brings A Taste Of Italy To Santa Monica's Main Street: Review
Italian-inspired cooking, excellent wines and Old World charm make this intimate Main Street restaurant a welcome addition to Santa Monica.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Basking Ridge, NJ|
Bernards Township Democrats McCarthy, Bannan Reflect On Election Victories
Ana Duarte McCarthy and Joan Bannan led Paul Humbert and Kirsten Light in the Bernards Township committee race.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
Newark Residents Protest After Black College Student Found Dead: ‘What Happened To Nolan Wells?’
“We marched because no mother should ever have to fight alone for the truth about her child.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Franklin Township Warehouse Fire Draws Hazmat Response Over Lithium-Ion Batteries
A Franklin warehouse fire brought multiple crews and a hazmat response as investigators look into lithium-ion batteries.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
New Voting Machines Go Off With Little Hitches In Suffolk, Officials Say
"The voters found them to be user-friendly, and the touch screen was well received and completely ADA-compliant." - Suffolk BOE rep
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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