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Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Mariano's Owner Misses Deadline On 8-Year-Old Promise
The owner made an environmental commitment in 2018. A year ago, the business explained why it hadn't accomplished it.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
West Islip, NY|
West Islip Parents Transform School Into Coast-To-Coast Reading Adventure For PARP Program
PTA volunteers spent months transforming the school for this year’s PARP program celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Lacey Passes School Budget After Debate Over Taxes And Staffing
The school board adopted its final budget after discussion of taxes, staffing reductions and health insurance costs.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Controversial Southington School Budget Cuts Would Cut Staff; Fuel Emotional Public Hearing
The Southington Town Council last week kept the budget hearing open amid furious debate over proposed school budget cuts and tax impacts.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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Stamford, CT|
High School Athletic Fields To Be Named After Local Sports Leaders Following Stamford Board Of Reps Vote
The Board of Reps. voted 38-3 to rename three fields. One representative expressed concerns over what she felt was a lack of diversity.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|
Historic Cavalry Flag Discovered In Hamilton To Be Presented At Beverly Warrior Weekend
Beverly Veterans Services Director David Perinchief said the flag will be presented to the 3d Cavalry Regiment Sergeant Major on May 17.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange Town Council Wrestles With Budget, Potential Tax Hike
Here's how much West Orange homeowners would pay under the proposed spending plan.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
Historic Downtown Annapolis Site Sells For Millions
The 18 Church Circle property that houses the Acqua Al 2 restaurant has sold for more than $7 million.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
A Setback For Lyons Township High's Bid To Sell Land?
Another public body says the school "wrongly depicted" its land in a marketing plan.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|
'I Wish You Didn't Leave Us So Soon' Melrose Community Shows Support For Fallen Elementary Student
In the two days since the devastating event, the community has shown its support through an outpouring of flowers, posters, and donations.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|
Monroe Voters Approve Budget With Proposed Tax Increase
The spending plan passed Tuesday with about 61 percent voter support, according to unofficial results.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|
School Bus T-Boned With 4 Students Aboard: Aurora Police
The driver of a Honda sedan was cited for disobeying a traffic control device following the collision, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Empty The Shelters: Bring A New Best Friend Home With No Adoption Fees At These RivCo Shelters
Who will you bring home during the Empty The Shelters event in Riverside County?
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Agrees To Pay $5.2 Million In Rikers Methadone Death Settlements
Federal civil rights cases end with multimillion-dollar payouts tied to alleged failures to respond to overdose emergencies in jail custody.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|
Details On Aberdeen Man Who Barricaded Himself At Ken Gardens Apartments
Police say the man was trying to ignite flammable materials inside the home.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
Mountain Lion Caught In Escondido Neighborhood Released Near Cleveland National Forest
The male mountain lion was between 2 and 3 years old and weighed around 112 pounds, officials told Patch.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
British Members' Club To Take Over UES Mansion
The club will be operated by Estelle, the same partners as the Celeste members' club in Notting Hill, London.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|
CT Restaurant Owner Accused Of Offering $20K To Silence Assault Victims In Danbury Pleads Not Guilty
Ljatif “Tony” Ramadani faces felony bribery charges tied to an ongoing sexual assault investigation involving a Woodbury restaurant.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Dentists Open Modern, Warm Office Focusing On Patient Comforts
Dr. Azita Ebrahimzadeh said the new Warren practice, Oakwell Dental, was designed to feel warmer and less clinical than a typical office.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'Bill Murray Was Our First Guest, Who Would Have Thought That?' Banks Bridal Suites & Lodging Opens In Joliet
The Banks Bridal Suites and Lodging is at 317 N. Chicago St. in downtown Joliet. It's not far from Jitters Coffee House and Juliet's.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Glenview, IL|
Passport Program Invites Shoppers To Explore Downtown Glenview
A wide range of businesses are participating in the program, which includes a prize drawing.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Pavilion To Meet Budget Target After All: Official
The work is expected to be done by fall, later than originally planned, the village president said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|
Bucks Co. Named "One Of The Most Underrated Places" By National Mag
The publication writes extensively about the county's charming towns, two castles, shopping and dining destinations, and celebrity homes.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
Rockville HS Gets 'Dedicated' Officer As SRO Calls Grow
The Rockville City Police Department will be stationing a "dedicated" officer at Rockville High School.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Montclair, NJ|
Critics Question NJ’s Nuclear Power Plant Ambitions: 'Hell No, We Won't Glow'
The Sherrill administration has lifted a ban on new nuclear plants in New Jersey. Some remain “passionately opposed” to the decision.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Board To Vote On Massive School Overhaul Proposal In Milford
The district's $1.5 billion plan to rebuild its schools will be the topic of discussion at an upcoming meeting.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Google Maps Has Say In Hinsdale Traffic Patterns: Officials
An all-way stop may funnel traffic to another street because of the navigation app, trustees said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Limerick-Royersford-Spring City, PA|
Police Will Not Elaborate On Threats To Limerick Area Data Center Projects
Officials said the threats caused future hearings to be moved to a smaller venue. But critics say it's a calculated move to limit crowds.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
'Wish I Had Never Bought My Son An E-Bike:' Nassau E-Bike 'Ban' Sparks Confusion, Debate Across LI
After the NCPD's social media post, residents, including a mom who lost her son, question unclear laws and call for better safety education.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Edison-Metuchen, NJ|
Metuchen Buys Last Missing Piece For Arts District. Here's What It Means For Forum Theatre
With all parcels now assembled, the borough can finally plan the Forum and The Spot! as a single project, the mayor said.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Haverford-Havertown, PA|
Cadillac Theft In Haverford Twp. May Be Linked To Large Criminal Network: Police
The vehicle's location was tracked in Plymouth Meeting and New Jersey, authorities said.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Budget Raises Real Estate, Meals, Hotel Taxes For FY 2027
Fairfax City Council backs higher utility and BPOL rates to fund infrastructure, schools and employee pay boosts
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Across New Jersey, NJ|
2 NJ Hospitals Received Failing Safety Grades In New Ranking
Data shows most New Jersey hospitals remain in A or B range, but downgrades outpace upgrades across the state.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
When Grieving, These Words And Deeds Offer Comfort [The Question]
What comforts the grieving most? Respondents to Patch’s informal survey say simple words, shared memories, or just showing up matter most.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Street Different From Rest Of Town
It contains a hodgepodge of things. Its name seems incorrect.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
LTHS Board Approves Addition Of Girls Flag Football Team
Girls flag football was first sanctioned by IHSA in the 2024-25 school year.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
New Use Proposed For 2 Dental Offices In Greenwich: Planning & Zoning Docs
The proposal is expected to go before the Greenwich Planning & Zoning Commission in the coming weeks.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Center Moriches-Eastport, NY|
Male Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Suffolk 7-Eleven Parking Lot: Police
He died early Wednesday morning, police say.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Police Investigate Machete Threat Incident At Homeless Camp: Video
An intoxicated man reportedly threatened homeless campers at the Sunoco parcel at Sheep Davis Road and Loudon Road on Tuesday night.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|
Man Accidentally Shoots Himself, Barricades Himself Inside Home: Mokena Police
The incident happened Tuesday evening in the 10500 block of Sharon Lane.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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