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Across America, US|
E-Bikes And E-Scooters Are Fun, Useful And Sometimes Terrifying: Block Talk
Americans want clearer rules for e-bikes and e-scooters, including age limits, speed restrictions, sidewalk bans and stronger enforcement.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Cranford, NJ|
Pool Memberships Dip As Centennial Pool Debate Continues In Cranford
A township update showed a drop in pool memberships while residents continue weighing in on Centennial Pool’s future.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Approves $33K Planning Contract For Westminster Campus Redevelopment Work
The Mayor and Council authorized a 12-month professional services agreement with Topology NJ LLC.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Fight Over AI Data Center Intensifies In Union County
Residents and officials clashed over a large proposed CoreWeave facility on the former Merck property.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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Frankfort, IL|
Downtown Frankfort Businesses Reopen After Power Outage Closures
Help support downtown Frankfort businesses after a day of closures on Thursday due to power outages.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
Facebook Outage Affects CA, Users Nationwide
Users reported Facebook acting buggy or locking them out. Here's what's happening.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Public Safety Panel Reviews Fire Station Needs And Facility Options
Just how 'broken' is it? Ridgefield’s public safety panel reviewed fire station needs, response times and facility options June 11.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Nutley Tax Hike Gets OK From Commissioner Board: See Impact For Homeowners
Rising insurance costs are one of the reasons for the tax increase in Nutley. Here's how the numbers break down.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Arlington, VA|
Julie Farnam Running For Arlington Board In Democratic Primary: Candidate Questionnaire
Julie Farnam is one of three Democrats running in the Aug. 4 primary. Early voting starts Thursday, June 18.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
149 Deer Harvested In Hillsborough During 2025-26 Hunting Season
Tom Ross with the Township shared that 149 deer were taken over 1,171 hunting days, with deer donations supporting charities statewide.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
James DeVita Running For Arlington Board In Democratic Primary: Candidate Questionnaire
James DeVita is one of three Arlington County Board candidates running in the Aug. 4 primary. Early voting starts Thursday, June 18.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Matt de Ferranti Running For Reelection In Democratic Primary: Candidate Questionnaire
Matthew D. “Matt”de Ferranti is one of three Arlington County Board candidates running in the Aug. 4 primary. Early voting begins June 18.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Summit, NJ|
School Policy Puts Burden On Working Parents In Summit
A Summit parent raised concerns during a Board of Education meeting on Thursday.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield blight board to review ongoing property cases, complaints
Fairfield's blight board will review ongoing property cases and complaints during a meeting next week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Rockville High School's Top Seniors Keep Up Tradition Of Honoring Special Teachers, Mentors
It's the school system's way of honoring the Top 10 students and an inspirational teacher, mentor or coach.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Bicycle Club Seeks New Members, 51st Annual July 4th Bike Ride Returns To Kendall Co. Fairgrounds
A Joliet Bicycle Club annual membership is only $5 when someone bundles it with their registration for the upcoming July 4th ride.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Oak Lawn, IL|
Justice Man Charged With Possession, Dissemination Of Sexually Explicit Images Of Children
The man admitted to asking other social media users to share sexually explicit images of children, police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Driver Shot Near Busy Wildomar Shopping Center
Police quickly found and arrested the suspect nearby on Clinton Keith Road.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Rockville High School Class Of 2026 Graduates In Style
Meet the RHS Class of 2026.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|
SigAlert: 3-Vehicle Crash, Overturned Car Blocks I-580
A sedan overturned in a crash involving a semi-truck and SUV on eastbound I-580, temporarily blocking all lanes.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Trumbull, CT|
Trumbull Restaurant Set To Reopen After Vehicle Crashes Into Building
The owner of the restaurant said it will reopen soon after a vehicle crashed into the front of the building over the weekend.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Silver Spring, MD|
RAMMY-Nominated Eatery Comes To MoCo
Kerry Brodie, founder of nonprofit Emma's Torch, tells Patch why Silver Spring was selected as the cafe-culinary training center's new home.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
Manhattan Man, 18, Fired A Dozen Shots From Backseat On Joyride With Friends: Police
Surveillance images helped police close in on a suspect in the June 8 shots fired incident, according to police reports.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
NJ Nurses Delay Strike Amidst Ongoing Negotiations With Health System
A new date has already been scheduled.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Hamden, CT|
Hamden Fest Half Marathon & 5K: PHOTOS
The half marathon and 5K were part of the festivities for the 7th Annual Hamden Fest at Town Center Park.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
2 Bus Stops Being Added, 1 Stop Relocated In Princeton
The proposal would add two NJ Transit stops near Copperwood and move an Ewing Street stop to a safer spot.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Glenview Nonprofit Supports Refugee, Newcomer Families
Building Peaceful Bridges provides mentorship and sponsorship support for refugee and newcomer families adjusting to life in Illinois.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Change Of Use Approved In Darien Retail Space Amid Ongoing Lease Dispute With Current Tenant
A change-of-use request was approved on June 9, but a lawsuit over the current tenant's lease remains unresolved.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Cranford, NJ|
Cross-Country Trip For Two Cranford Women Has Big Mission And Unique Ride
Two Cranford women are heading cross-country in a retrofitted ambulance to raise awareness and inspire blood donations across the country.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'Best Coffee Shop In Illinois,' Social Butterfly's 1-Year Anniversary Offers Joliet Block Party Festival
Social Butterfly opened in the summer of 2025. It's located in the 3-TEN Building, at 310 N. Ottawa St.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Domed Fields Eyed At Hinsdale Central, South; Official Skeptical
Debt may finance the multimillion-dollar project. A board member is pushing the idea.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Rock For A Cause: Bridgewater Band To Play Benefit For Martinsville Volunteer Rescue Squad
The Bad Cats will play Saturday at 22 West Tap and Grill to support the Martinsville Volunteer Rescue Squad.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
FL Wildlife Inspires St. Pete Artist's Take On 'Where The Wild Things Are'
A St. Pete artist's first children's book was inspired by an art show of alternative book covers and his lifelong love of Florida animals.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Marple Newtown, PA|
Newtown Bans Outdoor Fires As Drought Persists
Township officials will evaluate whether to extend the ban into the Fourth of July.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|
New Event Decor Store Opens In Hazlet
The new 20,000 square-foot decor store offers a variety of luxury artificial florals, statement vases, planters and more.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
St. James School Recognized For 60 Years In Basking Ridge
The Bernards Township Committee adopted a resolution recognizing St. James School's 60th anniversary on Tuesday.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Danbury, CT|
ICE Arrests Man During Danbury Operation That Left 1-Year-Old Alone In Vehicle
ICE said the man fled on foot during the operation.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|
Livingston Town Budget Crosses Finish Line: See Tax Impact For Homeowners
Livingston’s municipal tax rate is among the lowest in Essex County, administrators say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|
Popular Mexican Food Chain Closing Bensalem Restaurant
On the Border has announced that all of its 150 locations, including the last one in Pennsylvania, will close for good on Friday.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|
Dead Gray Whale Found Near SF Pier Was Likely Struck By Ship
It's the first recorded death this month after a spike in April.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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