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Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Salon Coze The Space Celebrates Opening In Old Town
Coze The Space, a new salon at 4002 University Drive, marked its opening with a Fairfax City ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
After Sweet Dog, Remy, Was Found 'Emaciated' And Alone, She's Ready For Her Second Chance
The 6-year-old mix is looking for a family with a fenced-in yard where she can run and play in.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Budget Heads To Sixth Vote
The latest proposal is smaller than the one voters rejected July 28.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
3 Women Shot In Long Beach, Gunman At Large
Police said one woman was critically injured in the shooting, which investigators do not believe was a random act of violence.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Hoboken, NJ|
Clifton Man Charged In 4-Car Crash That Killed North Bergen Woman
A Clifton man with a suspended license crashed into three vehicles, killing a Hudson County woman, prosecutors say.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
Plans In Place To Replace KOP Hobby Lobby With New Business
The Hobby Lobby in King of Prussia will soon be gone.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Health Department Orders Shutdown Of Pittsburgh Restaurant
Find out here what prompted the Allegheny County Health Department to order the closure of this Pittsburgh eatery.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Clinton, CT|
Clinton Town Council Adopts Strategic Plan Framework, Fills Key Vacancy
Clinton Town Council adopted strategic priorities, filled a vacant seat and approved online vital records service and budget transfers.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Guilford, CT|
Guilford To Hold Public Hearing On Proposed Veterans Tax Exemption Change
The public is invited to attend.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|
Quilt Blocks Needed For One-Of-A-Kind Patriotic Blanket In Mission Viejo
The city is creating a new community quilt to commemorate America's 250th birthday. What to know.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|
Marin Teen Turns Love Of Sports Into $90K Fundraising Effort
The high school senior is teaming up with a local philanthropist for the latest event powered by her growing Netting Miracles platform.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
$40.5M Condo Tops UES Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on five real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Southington, CT|
Southington PZC Approves Controversial Zone Change For Age-Restricted Housing
Southington's PZC approved a Buckland Street zone change for a proposed 55-plus housing development despite neighbors' concerns.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Zoning Commission Approves Big Y Grocery Store
Orange zoning officials approved a Big Y grocery store, and compiled a list of signage violations along Boston Post Road.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
$4,257 In Cash Found In Plainfield Area Drug Dealer's Bedroom By Joliet Police: Prosecutors
A total of 12 grams of psilocybin mushrooms were recovered from the kitchen that tested positive, according to Will County's prosecutors.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
Hikers Stumble On East Brunswick Couple's 40-Year-Old Time Capsule
A Maine hiker is asking for the public's help identifying "Patty and John," who buried the bottle during their 1983 honeymoon.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Journey Through Summer: Fremont Photo Of The Day
"A summer afternoon, quite trail and a passing train, happiness in simplest form," Annanya Ghosh writes.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Dad Left 2 Boys Inside Hot Car In NJ Walmart Parking Lot, Police Say
Temperatures in the car were 129-154 degrees when police got there, said officers.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
State OKs Major Solar Project In Simsbury, Likely Dooming Disc Golf Site
The Connecticut Siting Council approved a 4.65-megawatt solar project last week, a result that will likely close a popular disc golf course.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme Parks Commission Discusses Youth Basketball, Hains Park Improvements
Old Lyme parks officials discussed a youth basketball program and accessibility, maintenance and dredging plans at Hains Park.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Collingswood, NJ|
ICE Responds To Arrest, Calls For Release Of NJ Restaurant Owner
Saifo was arrested and taken to Delany Hall.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Flemington, NJ|
MTV's Jersey Shore Visits Flemington Farm, Features Fluffy Mini Cows
Deer Run Hay Co. & Cattle, a first-generation family-owned farm, was featured in the latest episode of Jersey Shore Family Vacation.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Detroit, MI|
New Pizzeria Opening In Downtown Detroit Tuesday
The new restaurant will focus on Detroit-style pizza.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|
Wheaton To Consider Amending Liquor Code To Include Alcohol-Infused Products
The move, prompted by a new statewide liquor law, would apply to items like whipped cream, gelatin products and popsicles.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Ellington-Somers, CT|
2 Ellington Fires In 56 Minutes; Family Loses Home
Firefighters were still at one emergency when another alarm came in.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Selectmen To Consider Wastewater Plan, $84K Ambulance Vehicle Purchase
Officials to meet this week to discuss flood mitigation, Academy School property, labor pact and delinquent taxpayer procedures.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|
Deerfield Police Offer Free Workshops On Snapchat, TikTok And Parental Controls
The three-part Safe Screens series will give parents tools for managing children’s devices, social media and gaming platforms.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Sets Hearing On $511M School Construction Plan
The proposal calls for four new PK-5 schools and an Eagle Academy conversion, with town borrowing capped at $89 million.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Long Valley, NJ|
Long Valley Producer's Film Wins 8 International Awards
The local production team has been on a film fest run for several weeks now, earning a number of international awards and nominations.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|
Driver Injured In Garden State Parkway Crash, NJ State Police Say
The driver was brought to an area hospital after their vehicle was struck by a Land Rover SUV, police said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
Wayne Woman & Her Life-Saving Kidney Donor Compete At Record-Breaking Event
The duo was able to compete at a world-record-breaking event seven years after the life-saving operation.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Fiancé Sues After Witnessing Woman’s Death In Fox River Boat Crash
Alan Telmini alleges he suffered physical injuries and severe emotional distress in the July crash that killed Magdalena Jablonska.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
ICYMI: LI Man Busted After Posting Photo To Dating App Of Family Dog Performing Sexual Act: Authorities
A complainant reported him, and he was ID'd using facial recognition that linked him to a local fire department post, investigator says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Across Virginia, VA|
Fundraiser Launched For Appomattox Deputy Killed In Line Of Duty Soars Past Goal
A fundraiser launched for the family of an officer killed in the line of duty on Thursday has already exceeded its goal.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Cranberry, PA|
Cranberry Area Gets New Physical Therapy Center
The center focuses on what its owner says is a holistic approach to wellness and overall health.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|
Lisle To Discuss Family Square Redevelopment Agreement, Economic Incentive Drafts
The village's Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss draft plans amid finalizing an extension of the TIF District term.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Lower Providence, PA|
Dave Portnoy Visits Trappe Pizzeria For 'One Bite' Pizza Review
The eatery had launched a year-long campaign to recruit the Barstool Sports founder to visit.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
3 Escape Injuries, 1 As Car Goes Into Street Sign And Tree In Shirley, Another Into A House In Coram: Police
The crashes took place over the weekend, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
Four Dogs Removed From Home Of Alleged Bergen County Drug Dealer: Cops
Police found drugs in a Bergen County man's home, as well as four dogs without food or water, they said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
LI Jewelry Store Owner's 'Spirits Not Dampened' After Burglars Swipe 45 Watches Worth 'Well Over' $10K
WATCH VIDEO: "It's sad after 42 years of being in the community."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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